Haines City Florida - City Snapshot - A Hub Between Orlando and Tampa
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- Опубликовано: 22 май 2024
- Welcome to Haines City! Located next door to last week’s featured town, Davenport, Haines City rests about a 45 minute drive Southwest of downtown Orlando in Polk county. Named after former Confederate States Army Colonel Henry Haines, Haines City was founded in 1914. The early settlers planted citrus groves, and citrus growing and processing became the main industry of the city. When Walt Disney purchased land and started developing Walt Disney World just 15 miles North, the entire region’s economy changed. Tourism now ranks at the top of the economic ladder. Because of this, Haines City is experiencing explosive growth, The trickle-down effect of this is very evident as new communities are popping up everywhere with new houses intended for families, as well as vacation rentals.
Proximity to both I-4 and highway 27 make Haines City a great choice for people who are looking to work in the Orlando area, but are looking to be in more of a country setting. Although the city is growing at a rapid rate, community planners have done a great job of maintaining the small town feel. There are still citrus groves to be found on the outskirts of town, and the historic downtown area is well kept, offers plenty of green space, and is also well preserved. In fact, many of the buildings are listed in the National Historic register. Downtown you will find a fantastic library, many quaint shopping choices, and delectable food trucks. It is quite evident as well that the arts play a huge roll in the culture of the city, as murals can be found painted on many of the buildings.
A big highlight of Haines City (And in our eyes, the centerpiece) is Lake Eva Park. The park is picturesque, and no matter what kind of activities you are into, you are sure to find something that you enjoy here. There is a large dock for fishing, a boat ramp, walking trails around the lake, and even a beach! But the fun doesn’t stop at the water’s edge. If you head across the parking lot there are also not just one, but two expansive parks for children to play. If you are into sports you can find basketball and tennis courts within the park as well. And we can’t talk about Lake Eva Park without mentioning the Aquatic Center! For a nominal fee, you can gain access to the facility which includes a play area for kids, as well as a lap pool.
Currently, The population of Haines City sits at just over 25,000 residents, but honestly, the city doesn’t even feel that big. It still very much has that “small town” feel that so many of us are looking for….and with a median home price of about $200,000 for a freestanding home, Haines City is also Affordable.
Throughout the town, the Hispanic culture in the area is very evident. It is easy to see why since nearly half of the population in Haines City identify themselves as being Hispanic in race. There are many authentic Mexican, Latin, and Puerto Rican restaurants and food trucks throughout the town. A great number of these can be found grouped together on highway 17/92 heading from Davenport towards Haines City. There are also a good number of Hispanic supermarkets in town as well.
We are curious to know, what are your thoughts on Haines City? Does it look like a place that you would like to live? If you have a city that you would like us to feature, let us know in the comments below, we would love to hear from you! As always guys, thank you so much for watching, and we will see you…….NEXT TIME!
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We moved to Haines City from Pennsylvania in August. We love it here.
We just moved to Haines City in July and love it! Love this channel, too. You all helped us out a lot when we were planning the move!
That’s fantastic! And we’re glad you are liking Haines City! We really think it’s an underrated area
Were looking to move. What are pros and cons if you dont mind sharing.
I bet you the houses are cheap Is it boring over there?
How are the taxes and homeowners insurance? Looking to move out of wpb
Short but sweet. Thanks for the tour!
Great review of our city, thanks so much FWF ❤️
I love it bro.. beautiful
Do a video of Mulberry Florida someday!
Another great video, enjoyed it. 😀
Thank you Lisa! 💕
What i would love for you guys to film is to find the most walkable places in Florida without the need for a car. Thanks, guys, and God Bless.
Looks like a picturesque area. 🥰
Love this, my childhood rest upon this town.
I love the video and can’t wait to move to Florida so I can visit Haines
We stay just outside of Haines city area and found it ok we have family in winter haven so we are close to i4 and them. Now Iv watched this I think we will venture to it and see the real place.
Looks Like a nice place
Great work! Nice video! We’ve been to Haines City multiple times for work, but usually haven’t spent any time checking out any of the towns attractions or amenities.
We were bummed because our favorite ice cream shop is closed down for the winter! We really wanted to show it to everyone!
That's where I originally was at when I was born. Looking forward to getting back to their soon.
Haines city looks awesome!
I am loving it. I just moved to Haines city a little over 2 months ago❤
Awesome!!!! How do you like it?!
Nice!!! Hay mucho trabajo en el área?? Qué me dices del tráfico??
@@PirataDeBoriquen que tip de trabajo buscas?
How do u like haines city after a year ?
My BFF lives in Haines city.... would love to visit some day. We currently live in Utah.
I've been binge watching all your vids. I'm single and thinking of moving to Florida from PA here. My brother lives in Clearwater with his wife and they've been persuading me too. I love your positivity and your fam is awesome! You have me convinced. I think I'm gonna do the move.
The intro is great too and well put together! I'm not sure why the quality of just the intro looks like it's compressed. I'm sure you prolly know already, I'm not trying to point out flaws!
Thanks again, I look forward to watching future uploads
Thanks for watching!
The intro is poor quality because I screen-recorded old videos on my phone for the footage...I need to update it!
Seems like a cute little city to live in 😁👍🏾☀️🌴
Haha I love the background music 🤣🐎 yeehaw 🤠
Glad that someone caught it! 🤠
😆 I thought so too!
Check out Frostproof Florida in south Polk County.
Should check out Frostproof Florida in southern Polk County,Polk City and Mulberry are other communities you might check out in Polk County.
Haines City is great! We have a vacation home there its awesome!
Yes, haines city is awesome! A very up-and-coming area!
Love my city
The best thing I did was leave this city its nothing to do boring , I live in Hallandale Beach which is next Miami and Hollywood Beach, and Fort Lauderdale, the night life is amazing and its always some were to go and enjoy yourself.
I hope they never take out the Citrus areas they are definitely needed and keep some of its original identity. I love Hayes City it's so away for Nottoway everything minutes away
Moved to Milwaukee to Jacksonville recently. Now we’re looking to move to the central Florida area. Got any suggestions?
We are building in Haines city now, should be finished early next year
Guys me myself i live in Haines city and i love my city might be a lil crazy but love my city
moving here in 2022
How's Winter Haven? How would you compare it to Haines City?
Winter Haven is good! I would actually say it’s very comparable to Haines City… maybe just a tad bit busier because of Legoland
Central FL’s towns are it’s best kept secret
863
Can you talk about Poinciana
Don't go there
I live in haines city
Ruskin and wimauma
Haines City is great,,,, unless U live in the quarter's
Haines city is nothing over there it is stilly shady area