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Entry
$350K - $550K
Townhomes and smaller homes in newer communities surrounding downtown. Some older homes closer to the core at this price point.
Winter Garden
Small-town charm with a thriving downtown
DowntownHistoricFamily-FriendlyTrail Access
$350K - $2M+
Price Range
25-35 minutes
Downtown
35-45 minutes
Airport
15-25 minutes
Disney
Around Winter Garden
“Winter Garden has the small-town feel that most of Orlando lacks.”
The Lifestyle
Friday nights you walk downtown for dinner and live music at the Garden Theatre. Saturday mornings you bike the West Orange Trail and stop at the farmers market. Your kids know the neighbors' kids. The downtown is genuinely charming – not manufactured charm like some planned communities, but real character from a town that's been here since the 1800s and had the good sense to revitalize rather than tear down.
The Highlights
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Historic Plant Street with boutique shops and restaurants
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West Orange Trail for biking and running
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Garden Theatre – restored historic performing arts venue
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Mix of new construction and established neighborhoods
Best For
- Families who want small-town character with modern conveniences
- Buyers who love walkable downtowns with independent restaurants and shops
- Active lifestyle buyers – the West Orange Trail is a real asset
- Buyers who want new construction options near a charming downtown
Not Ideal For
- Buyers who need to be close to downtown Orlando for work
- Those who want a more urban, cosmopolitan environment
- Buyers looking for lakefront luxury estates
Price Points
$350K - $2M+
What it costs to live in Winter Garden, from entry-level to premium.
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Mid-Range
$550K - $1M
Single-family homes in communities like Waterleigh, Oakland Park, and newer developments. 3-5 bedrooms with community amenities.
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Premium
$1M - $2M+
Custom homes and estate properties. Homes near downtown with character, or newer luxury builds in surrounding communities.
New Construction
Building new in Winter Garden
Winter Garden offers a strong mix of new construction, particularly in the communities surrounding the historic downtown core. Several national builders are active in the area, and new communities continue to develop along the western corridor. It's one of the few areas where you can buy new and still be close to a walkable, historic downtown.
Builders
Toll BrothersTaylor MorrisonAshton WoodsD.R. HortonPulte HomesK. Hovnanian HomesDream Finders HomesHolland Builders Co.
Active Communities
- Waterleigh
- Oakland Park
- Harvest at Ovation
- Silverleaf Oaks
Schools
Education in Winter Garden
West Orange High School
(A-rated)
- Bridgewater Middle School
Foundation Academy
(private, PreK-12)
- Several new schools serving growing communities
Dining
Where to eat
The Whole Enchilada
Mexican, Plant Street staple
Crooked Can Brewing Company
craft brewery and taproom
Chef's Table at the Edgewater
upscale American
Pilars Martini
Latin-inspired, downtown favorite
Local Tips
Nicole's Winter Garden notes
Nicole Mickle
30 years in Orlando
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The Winter Garden Farmers Market on Saturday mornings is one of the best in Central Florida
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The West Orange Trail connects Winter Garden to downtown Orlando – 22 miles of paved trail for biking and running
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The Garden Theatre hosts live performances, movies, and community events year-round
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Plant Street is genuinely walkable – if you can live within biking distance of downtown, it transforms daily life
Interested in Winter Garden?
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