Local Roots. Bilingual Care. Investor-Proven Management.
At Lakeland Homes and Realty, LLC, we are a family-owned, bilingual property management company and real estate brokerage proudly serving Lakeland, Florida, and all of Polk County since 2010. We specialize in residential property management and real estate sales, currently overseeing approximately 200 rental homes and small multifamily properties while having closed over $200 million in real estate transactions throughout Polk County. Founded by broker-owner and active real estate investor Milton De La Cruz, our company was built to fill a critical gap in the local market, one where landlords and Spanish-speaking property owners were consistently overlooked by large, out-of-market firms. Because our broker manages his own rental portfolio, we bring firsthand ownership experience to every client relationship, offering property owners honest, informed guidance that outside firms simply cannot match. We are local, we are bilingual, and we treat every property we manage with the same care and attention we give our own investments. From AI-assisted tenant placement and transparent pricing to clear monthly financial reporting and full English and Spanish support, we are committed to helping Polk County property owners protect and grow their real estate investments while helping Polk County families find a great place to call home.
Contact UsPutting your rental property in front of the right tenants starts with knowing your local market. We provide a professional rental market analysis for every property we manage in Lakeland and Polk County, so your home is priced to rent quickly and generate the strongest possible return on your investment.
Every applicant goes through a thorough screening process before we hand over a single key. We verify income, check rental history, run background and credit checks, and handle every step of the move-in process so your property is placed with a qualified, reliable tenant from day one.
We promptly handle all rent collection on your behalf, allowing you to enjoy income from your investment without the hassle of tracking payments. While we utilize a consistent process to encourage timely payment, please note that we cannot guarantee every tenant will pay on time; however, our team takes swift action to resolve any issues that may arise.
We coordinate move-in and move-out inspections with full documentation of your property's condition, and we handle all maintenance requests promptly and professionally. Your property is treated with the same care we give our own rental investments right here in Polk County. Please note that we do not have any additional charge to manage maintenance.
Staying on top of your investment has never been simpler. Through your dedicated owner portal, you can log in at any time to review monthly statements and financial reports that are clear, organized, and easy to understand.
When an eviction becomes necessary, we are ready to act. Please note that We do not charge any additional fees beyond court fees. We manage the entire process on your behalf, so your property and your investment stay protected every step of the way.
See how Lakeland Homes and Realty takes the work off your plate and helps your rental earn more.
Property management is not an expense. It is a strategy. When you place better tenants who stay longer and take care of your home, you spend less on turnover, repairs, and vacancy. Most property owners who switch to professional management end up ahead financially, not behind.
Collecting rent, handling maintenance calls, coordinating vendors, and responding to tenant concerns can quickly feel like a second job. When you work with Lakeland Homes and Realty, those responsibilities move off your plate entirely. You keep the income and the investment while we handle the day to day work that used to follow you everywhere.
Our application process goes further than most. We use advanced screening tools and maintain an active pool of qualified applicants, which means we are not starting from scratch every time a vacancy opens. Better screening leads to tenants who pay on time, respect your property, and stay longer. That is the foundation of a well performing rental.
Some management companies tack extra charges onto every repair and every eviction. We don't. What you agree to up front is what you pay.
