When you think of Orlando, you immediately think of the theme parks.

But beyond the thrills, there's hidden gems, historic downtowns, and lakeside escapes throughout the Greater-Orlando area.

Maitland:

• Location: Nestled between Winter Park and Lake Mary, known for its quiet neighborhoods and upscale homes.
• Strengths: Peaceful atmosphere, proximity to top-rated schools, beautiful parks and lakes, easy access to major highways.

Sanford:

• Location: Northeast of Orlando, on the southern shores of Lake Monroe, offering a historic downtown and waterfront charm.
• Strengths: Revitalized downtown area with art galleries and breweries, scenic waterfront views, diverse cultural scene, and affordable housing options.

Altamonte Springs:

• Location: Just north of Orlando, offering a vibrant downtown and convenient access to major attractions.
• Strengths: Bustling downtown area with shops and restaurants, numerous lakes and parks, close proximity to theme parks, diverse housing options.

Deltona:

• Location: East of Orlando, known for its affordability and abundance of waterfront properties.
• Strengths: Lower cost of living compared to other Orlando suburbs, numerous lakes and rivers offering fishing and boating opportunities, variety of waterfront homes, growing community with new developments.

Winter Park:

• Location: Nestled north of Orlando, offering upscale charm and proximity to cultural attractions.
• Strengths: Renowned art scene with plenty of museums and galleries, Rollins College has beautiful walking trails, beautiful Winter Park Chain of Lakes, historic architecture and boutique shopping.

Apopka

• Location: Northwest of Orlando, offering a rural escape with easy access to the city.
• Strengths: Abundant green spaces and nature trails, laid-back atmosphere with a strong sense of community, thriving farmers' markets and local shops, affordable housing options and lower cost of living compared to Orlando.

Casselberry:

• Location: Situated east of Orlando, known for its convenience and family-friendly neighborhoods.
• Strengths: Top-rated Seminole County schools, vibrant sports scene with numerous recreational facilities, diverse dining options from casual to upscale, excellent access to major highways and Orlando International Airport.

Kissimmee:

• Location: Just south of Orlando, near the theme park magic, and offering family-friendly environment.
• Strengths: Affordable housing options compared to neighboring Orlando, convenient access to major attractions like Disney World and Universal Studios, diverse restaurant scene catering to tourists and locals alike, growing entertainment district with Osceola Heritage Park.

Let's Look At The Numbers:

The Greater-Orlando area continues to grow annually. Here is the average home appreciation over the past 10 years:

• Maitland: 128.40% average appreciation over 10 years (NeighborhoodScout)
• Lake Mary: 75.57% average appreciation over 10 years (Zillow)
• Altamonte Springs: 68.54% average appreciation over 10 years (Zillow)
• Sanford: 56.63% average appreciation over 10 years (Zillow)
• Deltona: 38.72% average appreciation over 10 years (Zillow)

Key Takeaway:

The overall appreciation for the Greater Orlando area is 66.33% average appreciation over 10 years (Orlando Regional REALTORS®)

Note: Remember that these are just averages, individual neighborhoods within each city may have seen significantly higher or lower appreciation. Appreciation rates can vary year-to-year, so taking a 10-year average doesn't guarantee future performance.

Real estate markets are complex and it's recommended to speak with a real estate professional or financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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