***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $1350.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1450.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1450.00.  OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

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Price: $1350/mo
14756 Old Thicket Trace
Winter Garden, FL  34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Independence
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 2184
Year Built: 2006

*Don’t Wait this Home Will Not Last!
*3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Two Story Home
*Small upstairs bonus room
*Can be rented FURNISHED for an add’l fee
*Can be rented UNFURNISHED too
*Cable TV INCLUDED
*Alarm monitoring INCLUDED
*Living and Dining Rooms
*2 Car Garage
*Just Minutes to the Magic Kingdom/Disney
*Convenient to 429
*Boat Dock/Water access
*Community Playground
*Community Pool
*Community Park
*Community Tennis Courts
*Blinds Included
*Washer/Dryer Too!
*SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results.
*School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this Beautiful Pool Home
*Pets Okay!
*AVAILABLE: August 1, 2011

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From 535 and Figuette, head (S) on Figuette, travel about a 1/2 mile, when road splits at a Y, go (R), travel another mile, take the 2nd entrance into Independence onto Old Thicket Trce, go .4 mile, make a (R) Blue Indigo Cres., go 300 feet, turn (R) going back onto Old Thicket, home will be on your (L) side.

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Price: $1450/mo
639 Groves End Ln
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Bedrooms: 4
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 2873
Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2004

*Priced low to rent fast
*4 Bedrm/2.5 bath home
*Wired for alarm
*Just minutes to Winter Garden Exchange
*Convenient to shopping & restaurants
*Two Story Home
*Living, Family & Dining Rooms
*Tile Flooring
*Ceiling Fans
*No rear neighbors
*Pond View
*Conservation Lot
*2 Car Garage
*Convenient to 429, 50 & Tpike
*Community Clubhouse
*Tennis Courts
*Community Playground
*Community Pool
*All appliances included
*Stainless steel appliances
*Blinds included
*Washer/dryer
* http://www.ocps.net/Parents/Pages/FindaSchool.aspx
*Pets ok
*Available 6/1/2010
*SORRY, NO SECTION 8 ACCEPTED
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this home

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From 429-merge onto FL-429 Toll S/Daniel Webster Western Beltway . Take the CR-535 exit, Exit 19, toward Winter Garden Vineland Rd. Merge onto Stoneybrook West Pkwy. Turn Right onto CR-535 N/Winter Garden Vineland Rd, CR-535 N/Winter Garden Vineland Rd becomes Daniels Rd, Turn Right onto Scenic Dr, Turn Left onto Home Grove Dr, Turn Right onto Groves End Ln. Home is on the Right.
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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $1250 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1325 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1325.00. OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

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Price: $1250/mo
14434 Prunningwood Place
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 1735
*PRICED LOW TO RENT FAST!!!!
*Move in Ready!
*Upgraded Silestone counters
*Dual Stainless Steel Sinks
*42’ Cabinets
*2 Car Garage
*Wired for surround sound
*Internet included
*Alarm system included
*Cable TV Included
*Fenced in yard w brick pavers
*Hardwood Flooring
*Biking & Walking Trails
*Lake Access
*Tennis Court
*Community basketball court
*Fitness Center
*Community Pool
*Community Billard Room
*Just 5 minutes to the Magic Kingdom
*Convenient to Publix and other shopping.

* SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
* The deposit amount is based upon the application results
* School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
* Call 407-641-5782 to see this Home
* Pets Ok!
* AVAILABLE: August 1, 2011

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From SR 535, Take Fiquette Rd 1 mile SOUTH, then turn RIGHT onto Independence Community. Go around the round-a-bout-turn RIGHT on Pleach, LEFT onto Pasturelands, RIGHT onto Prunningwood Place, Townhouse on LEFT, end unit #14434.

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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $1450.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1525.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1525.00.  OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

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Price: $1450/mo
1060 Chase Drive
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Island Pointe
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 2613
Year Built: 1995

*Priced to rent now!
*4 Bedrm/3 bath home
*Custom home with upgrades
*MUST SEE!
*Wired for alarm
*Library/den w/built in bookshelves
*Granite counters
*42” Cabinets
*Office too
*Living, Family & Dining Rooms
*Tile Flooring
*Ceiling Fans
*Move in ready!
*Fireplace
*Fenced in Yard
*Screened in Patio
*2 Car Garage
*Just 20 minutes to Downtown Orlando
*Convenient to 408, 429, 50 & Tpike
*Just minutes to Downtown Winter Garden
*Walking Distance to Lake Apopka
*Convenient to Disney area
*Convenient to Orange Trail
*Stainless steel appliances
*Blinds included
*Washer/dryer
*SORRY, WE DON’T ACCEPT SECTION 8
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results.
*School info: http://www.thejaymyersteam.com/default.asp.pg-OrlandoAreaLinks
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this home!
*Pets OK!
*AVAILABLE: NOW!

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Alafaya to East on McCullough, R. on Tanner, L. into TANNER CROSSINGS, pass pool, 2nd street on L.(no street sign), 4th house on R.

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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $1250.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1350.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1350.00.  OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

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Price: $1250/mo
1700 Tidefield Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Stone Creek
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 1857
Year Built: 2006
*Priced Low to Rent Fast
*3 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Single Family Home
*Wired for alarm
*Minutes to Winter Garden Exchange
*Bonus Room too!
*Two Story Home
*Living & Dining Rooms
*Hardwood Flooring
*Ceiling Fans
*Move in Ready!
*Fenced in yard
*Screened in Patio
*LAWN INCLUDED
*Convenient to 429, 50 & Tpike
*Just minutes to Disney
*Community Playground
*All kitchen appliances included
*Blinds included
*Washer/dryer
*SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results.
*School info: http://www.thejaymyersteam.com/default.asp.pg-OrlandoAreaLinks
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this Home
*Pets Okay!
*AVAILABLE: June 1st, 2011

DRIVING DIRECTIONS:  From 429-merge onto FL-429 Toll S/Daniel Webster Western Beltway . Take the CR-535 exit, Exit 19, toward Winter Garden Vineland Rd. Merge onto Stoneybrook West Pkwy. Turn Left onto Tiverton Blvd, Right onto Sherbourne St, Left onto Tidefield Rd. Home is on Right.

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Price: $1150/mo
1536 Broken Oak Drive
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Bedrooms: 3
Property Sub Type: Townhome
Square Ft: 1544
Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2008

*Priced to rent NOW!
*Newer 3 Bedrm 2.5 bath townhome 
*2 Car Garage
*Conservation Lot
*Community Pool
*Basketball Court
*Convenient to 50, & Turnpike
*Convenient to 408 & 429
* All kitchen appliances included
* Blinds included
* Washer & Dryer TOO
* SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
* School info: https://www.ocps.net/Parents/Pages/FindaSchool.aspx
* Call 407-641-5782 to see this townhome
* SORRY NO PETS
* AVAILABLE 4/1/2010

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of 535 and Colonial Rd (Rte. 50) travel 1.7 miles West on Rte 50, make a Left into the Tucker Oaks subdivsion. Once through subdivision gate, go to the left, see pool/basketball on your right, at “Y” make another left, 1536 Broken Oak Dr. will be on left side. As you look at the unit, go to the right side, the 2nd door is the ‘front door’ of the unit.

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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $875.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $975.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $975.00. OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.**

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Price: $875/mo
1452 Broken Oaks Drive #29 A
Winter Garden,  FL 34787  
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Tucker Oaks
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Property Sub Type: Townhouse
Square Ft: 1216
Year Built: 2007
*Priced to Rent Now!
*2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Home
*Peaceful Community w/ Canopied Oaks
*Like New 2 Bedroom Townhouse
*Open, Bright, Airy Floor-plan
*Just Minutes to Winter Garden Village
*Walking Distance to Pool; Playground; BBQ; Basketball
*Convenient to Shopping and Dining
*Convenient to Major Roads and Highways
*42in Cabinets
*Living and Family Rooms
*Hardwood and Tile Throughout
*Ceiling Fans
*Move in Ready
*2nd Floor Unit
*Conservation Lot
*1 Car Garage
*POOL INCLUDED
*LAWN INCLUDED
*Just 25minutes to Downtown Orlando
*Convenient to 408, 429, 50 and T-Pike
*BBQ Area
*Gated Community
*Community Basketball
*Community Playground
*Community Pool
*All Kitchen Appliances Included
*Blinds Included
*Washer/ Dyer Hook-ups!
*SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results
*School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this Winter Garden Townhome!
*Sorry, NO PETS!
*AVAILABLE: Now!

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From FL-50 W Colonial Dr., turn left toward Broken Oak Dr.  Turn left at Broken Oak Dr.  Destination will be on the right. 

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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 4 FULL MONTHS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $950.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1050.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 4 FULL MONTHS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1050.00. OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

Price: $950/mo
330 Southern Pecan Cir #205
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Bedrooms: 3
Property Sub Type: Condo
Square Ft: 1453
Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 2005

*Priced to rent quick!
*Newer 3 Bedrm 2 Bath Condo
*2^nd floor unit
*Gated Community
*Large Living Rm
*Water is included
*Granite Counters
*Breakfast nook too
*Convenient to Disney
*Convenient to 50, 429, 408, & Turnpike
*Community Pool 
*Fitness Center 
*Indoor Basketball Court 
*Volleyball & Racquetball Court too 
*Car Wash Center 
*Billiards Room  
*Fridge Included 
*Blinds Included 
*Washer / Dryer included 
*SORRY, WE DO NOT ACCEPT SECTION 8
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results 
* School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this condo 
*Pets under 30lbs are ok 
*Available October 1

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Highway 50 to S on 535 to Subdivision on Right over hill.

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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON. OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $799.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $850.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $850.00. OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

Price: $799/mo
110 Charlotte Street
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Shadow Lawn
Bedrooms: 3
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 1184
Bathrooms: 1
Year Built: 1954

*Priced cheap!
*3 Bedrm/1 bath home
*Detached workshop w/electricity
*Living & Family Rooms
*Wood & Tile Flooring
*Ceiling Fans
*Fenced in Yard
*Backyard shed included
*Convenient to Historic Winter Garden
*Convenient to 408, 429 & Tpike
*All kitchen appliances included
*Blinds included
*SORRY, NO SECTION 8 ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results
*School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Pets ok
*Available first week of December
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this home!
 
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:  From W. Colonial/Dillard, going west on Colonial, turn right on Dillard, right on Charlotte. House on immediate right.
   

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Orlando and Windermere homes for sale are noted for their family-friendly communities and idyllic backdrop, but that doesn’t mean that every home is ideally placed. Before you purchase a home in any Florida city, it’s important to research what the rest of the neighborhood has to offer.

Schools

Schools are the number one consideration when it comes to choosing a good neighborhood in FL. If you have kids, the reasons are easy to spot: you want your children to have access to a good, safe education. However, even homeowners without kids need to keep this issue in mind, especially if you plan on selling the house some day. Top-rated schools will not only keep your property value high, but they’ll also serve as an appeal to potential homebuyers in the future.

Crime and Sex Offenders

Few people want to live where they feel unsafe or fear for their families. That’s why you should always check the crime rate and search for registered sex offenders in the area. Never take a neighborhood at face value; a place that looks charming during the day might have a high rate of break-ins, while a neighborhood that looks less savory might actually have a strict neighborhood watch program in place and several policeman living nearby.

Walkability/Livability

Suburbs in the region of Orlando are generally good places for a slower pace of life, but the ability to walk to the market, the park, or to run simple errands might not be as high as what you can find in a more urban center. At the same time, Orlando suburbs might be better for taking a scenic evening stroll. When determining where you want to live in Florida, keep in mind what is more important for your lifestyle: being near amenities, or being near other families with similar goals as you.

The same is true for things like construction zones, local garbage plants, train tracks, playgrounds, dogs, or industrial zones nearby. Make sure you take a walk through your potential neighborhood during the day and in the evening to see what types of noises, smells, and sights you will have to get used to.

The Neighbors

Nothing tells you more about a neighborhood in Windermere than the neighbors. Does everyone keep their homes and yards in good order? If a visually-appealing community is important to you, you might want to look around to make sure everyone else feels the same way. You might also want to investigate why. Is upkeep important to the neighbors, or is it held in place by strict homeowners’ association rules? Are you ready to make the same level of commitment?

Also, you’ll want to determine the types of people who live nearby. Is there a large percentage of young families? Teenagers? Professionals who are rarely at home? Although these things can and will change, they will tell you a lot about the overall neighborhood culture.

Neighbors also matter when it comes to the type and sizes of homes they have. Are there a large number of foreclosures? That could indicate a lowering neighborhood value. Are the other houses very different than yours in terms of value? (Note: Being surrounded in houses much higher in value than yours means that you may pay more in property taxes. Houses with a lower value means that you may end up having a difficult time selling in the future.)

Buying Your New Orlando Home

Buying a home, whether it’s in the center of Orlando or on the outskirts of Winter Garden, is a big undertaking. It’s important to look beyond the physical structure of your dream house to notice all that’s going on around you. After all, the place you call home is about more than four bedrooms and three baths; it’s about your way of life.

If you’re ready to learn more about purchasing a home in FL, contact Jay Myers today. We’ll match you with the perfect home—including neighborhood amenities.