Located about 10 miles from downtown Orlando, Windermere provides the atmosphere and security of a small town while being situated conveniently close to all of the amenities. Nestled amongst the prestigious Butler Chain of Lakes, Windermere offers a picturesque setting to play ball with the children, improve your golf game, or simply relax and get away from all of the big city congestion.
Located in Orange County, just 11 miles southwest of Orlando, lies the city of Windermere, Fla. Home to just under 2,000 people, Windermere was recently recognized by Neighborhood Scout as the No. 1 Floridian city for families with children. Windermere is known for its good schools, low crime rate and neighborly feel, making it a great place to settle down. Take a closer look at this charming city, and you will surely want to call Windermere home.
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| Population 1,897 | Median Age 40.6 yrs | Household Size: 2.69 |
| Avg Home Value: $330,900 | July High: 91.8°F | January Low: 48.6°F |
Windermere Homes for Sale
There is never a dull moment in the sunny city of Windermere, Fla. In addition to the amenities found in the typical small town, community centers, neighborhood parks and the like, Windermere offers much more. For sports fans there is the NBA team the Orlando Magic in nearby Orlando. The Daytona International Speedway is just an hour’s drive away, and major league baseball is also big in the Sunshine State. Both the Florida Marlins and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays call Florida home.
Children in Windermere get a kick out of being so close to the Walt Disney World Resort. Other area amusement parks include SeaWorld, Universal Studios and the Kennedy Space Center. Those who are passionate about the arts are sure to love the Orlando Opera, Philharmonic Orchestra and Museum of Arts.
Types and prices of single-family homes vary dramatically in Windermere. Most Windermere homes average seven to nine total rooms and three to four bedrooms. Prices range from $325,000 to as much as $12 million, though these luxury homes are typically owned by local sports professionals. As 2005 drew to a close, the median asking price was $610,000. In the last few months, however, inventory has risen and is expected to continue rising, giving buyers more power in price negotiation.
By Karen Kell
A REALTOR® is a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®