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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Peaceful neighborhood
  • Quiet retreat
  • Ample cabinet space
  • Cozy home

Location

1240 Josephine St, Lakeland, FL 33815, USA|Central Avenue
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Property Overview

1240 Josephine Street offers strong overall value, with a high expert rating, excellent price-to-value, and a convenient location that supports easy access to nearby points of interest and services. It stands out for its peaceful, quiet setting, cozy feel, ample cabinet space, and helpful details like 12 photos, top-tier value per square foot, and nearby pet care resources.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1240 Josephine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1240 Josephine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1240 Josephine Street2 bed1 bath841 sqftWelcome to this charming Duplex located at 1240 Josephine Street in Lakeland, FL. This cozy home offers 841.0 sqft of living space with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Built in 1975, this well-maintained property exudes character and warmth. The interior features a spacious living area, a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, and comfortable bedrooms with natural light. The bathroom is clean and well-appointed, providing a relaxing space to unwind. Bedrooms and living rooms are recently updated with LVP. Situated in a convenient location, this Duplex offers easy access to nearby amenities, shopping centers, dining options, and parks. The neighborhood is peaceful and ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat. Available for a 6-month lease starting now, this property presents a wonderful opportunity for those looking for a temporary residence in Lakeland. Don't miss out on the chance to make this lovely Duplex your home sweet home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience all that this property has to offer.

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Amenities for 1240 Josephine Street

Appliances

Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1975
Lease terms12+ months
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About 1240 Josephine Street

HomeApartments in LakelandCentral Avenue 1240 Josephine Street

Welcome to this charming Duplex located at 1240 Josephine Street in Lakeland, FL. This cozy home offers 841.0 sqft of living space with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Built in 1975, this well-maintained property exudes character and warmth. The interior features a spacious living area, a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, and comfortable bedrooms with natural light. The bathroom is clean and well-appointed, providing a relaxing space to unwind. Bedrooms and living rooms are recently updated with LVP. Situated in a convenient location, this Duplex offers easy access to nearby amenities, shopping centers, dining options, and parks. The neighborhood is peaceful and ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat. Available for a 6-month lease starting now, this property presents a wonderful opportunity for those looking for a temporary residence in Lakeland. Don't miss out on the chance to make this lovely Duplex your home sweet home. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience all that this property has to offer.


Year Built: 1975

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 1240 Josephine Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1240 Josephine Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1240 Josephine Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1240 Josephine Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1240 Josephine Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1240 Josephine Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1240 Josephine Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

1240 Josephine Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1240 Josephine Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 451 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Central Avenue

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Central Avenue
Lakeland
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lakeland
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,450
August 2024$1,497
September 2024$1,485
October 2024$1,523
November 2024$1,502
December 2024$1,497
January 2025$1,497
February 2025$1,497
March 2025$1,498
April 2025$1,500
May 2025$1,499
June 2025$1,480
July 2025$1,450
August 2025$1,450
September 2025$1,485
October 2025$1,459
November 2025$1,428
December 2025$1,423
January 2026$1,444
February 2026$1,424
March 2026$1,411
April 2026$1,398
May 2026$1,395
June 2026$1,395
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Central Avenue
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,248
October 2024$1,240
November 2024$1,250
November 2025$1,216
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,195
March 2026$1,195
April 2026$1,248
May 2026$1,200
June 2026$1,231

Schools near 1240 Josephine Street

Kathleen Senior High School

1100 red devil way

lakeland, FL, 33815

PK, 9-12Public
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Polk Virtual Instruction Program

900 lowry ave

lakeland, FL, 33801

K-12Public
B-

Doris A. Sanders Learning Center

1201 enchanted dr

lakeland, FL, 33801

PK, K-12Public

Scott Lake Elementary School

1140 county rd 540a e

lakeland, FL, 33813

PK, K-5Public
B

Maynard A. Traviss Technical Academy

3225 winter lake rd

lakeland, FL, 33803

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Neighborhood

Central Avenue | Lakeland, FL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lakeland near 1240 Josephine St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1240 Josephine St, Lakeland

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

2/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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