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Entry
$350K - $500K
Townhomes and smaller single-family homes. Several gated communities in this range. Great value for the school district.
Dr. Phillips
Orlando's dining capital with suburban comfort
DiningConvenientFamily-FriendlyDiverse
$350K - $1.5M+
Price Range
15-25 minutes
Downtown
20-30 minutes
Airport
10-15 minutes
Disney
“Dr.”
The Lifestyle
Phillips is convenience wrapped in a residential package. You're 10 minutes from Restaurant Row, 15 from the theme parks, and 20 from downtown – but your street feels like a quiet suburb. The dining scene along Sand Lake Road is genuinely one of the best in Central Florida. The community is diverse, the schools are solid, and the housing stock ranges from accessible townhomes to gated estates.
The Highlights
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Restaurant Row with 100+ dining options
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Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts nearby
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Strong public and private schools
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Easy access to I-4 and attractions
Best For
- Families who want great schools and dining without the premium of Winter Park
- Professionals working in the attractions or hospitality corridor
- Foodies who want walkable (or short-drive) access to top restaurants
- Buyers looking for the most options across price points
Not Ideal For
- Buyers seeking walkable, urban neighborhoods
- Those who want lakefront living
- Buyers looking for extensive new construction
Price Points
$350K - $1.5M+
What it costs to live in Dr. Phillips, from entry-level to premium.
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Mid-Range
$500K - $900K
Updated 3-4 bedroom homes in established communities like Bay Hill, Phillips Landing, and Turkey Lake area. Pool homes common.
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Premium
$900K - $1.5M+
Bay Hill golf community, larger custom homes, and gated estates. Some with golf course or conservation views.
New Construction
Building new in Dr. Phillips
New construction within Dr. Phillips proper is limited as the area is largely built out. However, adjacent Horizon West offers extensive new construction options. Some infill and teardown-rebuild projects exist in the core area.
Builders
Pulte HomesElement Home BuildersCustom infill builders
Active Communities
- Parkview Reserve
Schools
Education in Dr. Phillips
Dr. Phillips High School
(B-rated)
Southwest Middle School
(A-rated)
Bay Meadows Elementary
(A-rated)
Sand Lake Elementary
(B-rated)
The First Academy
(private, PreK-12)
Dining
Where to eat
Christini's
fine Italian dining institution
Dragonfly Robata Grill
Japanese izakaya, upscale
Eddie V's
prime seafood and steaks
Seasons 52
fresh grill and wine bar
Local Tips
Nicole's Dr. Phillips notes
Nicole Mickle
30 years in Orlando
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Restaurant Row along Sand Lake Road is the real dining destination in Orlando – not the tourist areas
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Bay Hill hosts the Arnold Palmer Invitational PGA Tour event annually
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The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts downtown is worth the 15-minute drive
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I-4 access is excellent but can be congested during rush hour – plan accordingly
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