Orange County Neighborhoods

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ORANGE COUNTY NEIGHBORHOODS Presentation prepared by Olde Town Brokers

Transcript of Orange County Neighborhoods

ORANGE COUNTY NEIGHBORHOODS

Presentation prepared by Olde Town Brokers

Winter Park

In 1857, WC Roper settled into the area

seeking a place to build a home and raise his

family. The ambitious settler opened and

operated a sawmill, gristmill, sugar mill and

cotton gin. He also served as Orange

County’s Superintendent of schools from

1873 to 1877. Fondly referred to as a

modern-day Mayberry USA by residents,

Winter Garden is a Florida destination - only

without pretense.

Windermere/Isleworth

Established in 1889 and known for pristine

lakes and championship golf courses,

Windermere is one of the most prestigious

neighborhoods in all of Central

Florida.Exclusive mansions and estates

grace the shoreline of the spring-fed Butler

Chain of Lakes where residents enjoy

boating, skiing, and fishing through

interconnecting lakes – designated as one

of Florida’s “Outstanding Waterways”.

Southeast OrlandoThis 100 square mile area encompasses the

University of Central Florida, Orlando

International Airport and various master-planned

communities such as Avalon Park & Waterford

Lakes. These communities are a mix of single-

family and multi-family homes clustered around

retail, restaurant, entertainment and commercial

development. Avalon Park was built upon the rich

traditions of small-town life. 

OcoeeThrough the years, Ocoee transformed

from an isolated citrus town to now

the 3rd largest cities in Orange

County. Today, Ocoee is home to a one

million square foot regional mall, and

over 25 new subdivisions with homes

of all price ranges. Housing is Ocoee’s

hot commodity.

MaitlandEstablished in 1839 as Fort Maitland by the

U.S. Army, Maitland is a city rich in history.

The residents of the city are proud of the

city’s past and activelypursue preservation of

historical residences. A “historical corridor”

has been established encompassing old

residences still standing and occupied in the

Lake Lily-Lake Catherine area and extending

through the Central portion of the city.

Lake Nona

Lake Nona is an impressive, 7,000 acre,

master-planned community located within

the City limits of Orlando. The area offers

incredible amenities combined with diverse

workspaces andreal estate options,

including a 600-acre private residential golf

club community. This community boasts an

abundance of retail and entertainment

choices living harmoniously next to the new

Science & Technology Park.

GothaThe town of Gotha, Florida, just north of

upscale Windermere, was founded in 1879 by

German immigrant H. A. Hempel. Hempel

Avenue, the “main street” of Gotha, is named

in his honor. Gotha is well-known for its

horticultural history and was once dubbed the

“Caladium Capital of the World” and home of

Henry Nehrling, a horticulturist who specialized

in growing tropical and subtropical plants.

Downtown Orlando

Downtown Orlando is a vibrant and historic

urban neighborhood with easy access to

cultural arts venues, shopping,

entertainment, major attractions and a

thriving business district.Orlando has

recently received national recognition from

Forbes magazine who ranks Metro Orlando

fourth on their annual list of "Most Wired

Cities." and Fast Company magazine ranked

Orlando a fast city full of innovation. 

Conway Chain of Lakes

The Conway Chain is one of Orlando's top

waterfront residence locations.

Conveniently located just south of

Downtown Orlando, it is nestled in

between the incorporated towns ofBelle

Isle and Edgewood. This area is popular

for professionals and families seeking the

lakefront lifestyle within a quick drive of

the airport, major hospitals, shopping and

the downtown business district. 

College ParkOrlando’s best kept secret is set around 287 acres of

lakes, including Lake Adair, Ivanhoe, Concord and

Silver. This lovely, unique, urban neighborhood has,

for decades been home to some of Orlando’s most

distinguished community leaders. Some are as world

famous as Astronaut John Young and author Jack

Kerouac. Downtown College Park is what draws so

many to this wonderful, village within the city. Tea

houses, fabulous restaurants and cafes, houses of

worship, and one of the top five cooking schools in the

country. 

Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park was designed with the

residents of communities in Orlando in

mind. Parks, lakes and open spaces have

been carefully planned to contribute to a

healthy environment that provides a

meaningful habitat for flora, fauna and

people. The goal is to make Baldwin Park

a model of environmental stewardship for

Orlando and a source of pride for its

residents.

ApopkaLocated in the north eastern section of

Orange County, this historic city that was

officially incorporated under the name

“Apopka” in 1882. As the indoor foliage

capital of the world, Apopka has a large

number of businesses that are dedicated to

growing orchids. Although Apopka’s “roots”

are in agriculture, this area now hosts some

of the region’s most exclusive addresses.

Downtown Orlando

407.425.5069

Winter Park

407.622.7878

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