Three Lakes, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Three Lakes, FL Utility & Living Guide

Three Lakes offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with easy access to nature and urban amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Florida Power & Light
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Three Lakes Water District
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

The housing market in Three Lakes is competitive, with steady demand for single-family homes. Prices have risen moderately over the past few years due to its proximity to Miami.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Florida has no state income tax.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in retail, healthcare, and construction.
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, rising home prices, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Public transit is limited, but sidewalks are well-maintained in most neighborhoods.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Three Lakes Park
  • 🎯
    Everglades Wildlife Sanctuary
  • 🎯
    Splash Zone Water Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Pinecrest and Lakeside are popular for families due to their good schools and parks. These areas offer a mix of single-family homes and townhouses.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Residents must adhere to local zoning laws, and short-term rentals require a permit.

Three Lakes is seeing growth in remote workers, driving demand for co-working spaces. Local businesses are benefiting from increased spending in the area.

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📊 Three Lakes — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$74,863
👤 Median Age
35.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
62.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
37.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
15.3%
💼 Unemployment Rate
4.3%
📡 Internet Access
92.2%
🎓 College Educated
36.0%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Electricity costs peak in summer due to high AC usage. Water usage increases slightly in the dry season for landscaping.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 20.5, no local surtaxes specific to Three Lakes county.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Sidewalks are generally good, parks are accessible, but transit lacks elevators.

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