About the Town of Windermere, Florida

About the Town of Windermere, Florida

Windermere, Florida is one of the most highly sought-after addresses in the state. It’s a family-friendly town and home to numerous professional athletes and other celebrities, CEOs and other executives, and amazing private communities. It offers an ideal balance of peaceful living, neighborliness and networking, youth opportunities, and proximity to all the excitement and conveniences of Orlando and the rest of Central Florida. 

We’ve compiled some general information about the town to help you determine whether it’s the best place to start your family’s new story. 

Fast Facts and Info About Windermere, FL

  • Windermere is located in western Orange County, about 14 miles (25 minutes) southwest of downtown Orlando
  • The town has approximately 3,200 residents
  • Married couples occupy around 70 percent of the homes in Windermere, and more than one-third of homes have children under 18
  • The median annual household income is about $90,000; median annual family income is about $107,000
  • The median home value in Windermere as of late 2016 is $405,500, representing an increase of 3.4 percent over one year
  • An abundance of shopping, dining, professional services, healthcare, activities for children, and entertainment are within a few miles
  • Downtown Windermere is only about 10 miles from Walt Disney World Resorts, 5.5 miles from Universal Orlando Resort, 10 miles from SeaWorld Orlando, and 7 miles from the family fun on International Drive
  • Numerous beautiful hotels and resorts are conveniently located, offering exceptional staycation opportunities for the entire family (or just the adults)
  • Some of Florida’s best beaches, like Clearwater Beach, St. Pete Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Cocoa Beach, and Daytona Beach, are within an hour and a half to two hours
  • It’s only approximately 20 miles (30 minutes) from Windermere to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
  • The immediate area has excellent hospitals, as well as world-class medical facilities close by such as Orlando Regional Medical Center, Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies, Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, the UF Cancer Center—Orlando Health, Florida Hospital Orlando, Florida Hospital for Children, Florida Hospital for Women, and Florida Hospital Cancer Institute
  • Downtown Orlando’s major arts and culture institutions are easily accessible, including the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Orlando Museum of Art, Mennello Museum of American Art, Orlando Science Center, Orlando Shakespeare Theater, Orlando Repertory Theatre, and Orange County Regional History Center
  • Downtown Orlando’s major sports and entertainment attractions are also close at hand, including the Amway Center, Camping World Stadium, Orlando City Soccer Stadium, and the planned Orlando Magic entertainment complex
  • Windermere’s downtown is a small, charming, and unique destination with beautiful old shade trees
  • Surrounded by the Butler Chain of Lakes, Windermere offers beautiful old-Florida scenery and plenty of lake-based recreation
  • Don’t miss the Windermere Farmer’s Market every Friday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in downtown’s Town Square

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In addition to being a licensed real estate broker with her own brokerage, a certified Short Sale Specialist, a Certified Negotiation Expert and having her GRI (the nation’s number one real estate designation), Deb was a former Windermere Preparatory School teacher, is a mother of two, and an active local community member. Her family’s home positions her well to help you find your family’s home in the Windermere - Winter Garden area.

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Infinity Realty Group
20 S Main St #260
Winter Garden
,
FL
34787

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