Business 2.0 magazine ranked the top cities in the US for rising home values. On the list, Lakeland ranked 4th, with a 59% projected gain in home prices over the next 5 years. Between Orlando and Tampa, the home prices are much less than either city.
Two other Florida cities that could result in good investment returns include Panama City (#1) with an airport opening up next year and Vero Beach (#2) with moderate property taxes and beautiful weather.
