About College Park Homes For Sale & Orlando Real Estate

College Park is Urban Living With a Small Town Feel

College Park is another one of Orlando’s “Park” neighborhoods with enough character to surprise anyone. The neighborhood’s name fits in perfectly; in fact, even the streets comply with the theme. Street names derive from different collegiate institutions like University Drive, Harvard Street, and Yale Street. Despite its name though, the neighborhood does not feature any colleges or universities within its boundaries, but it’s definitely not lacking anything else!

College Park provides everything you need nearby. Local small businesses, shops, eateries, art venues, boutiques, and more line Edgewater Drive, College Park’s main thoroughfare. Long brick streets, lakes, and huge oak trees make this a quiet residential community full of charm. The cozy feel may remind you of a small town, but big city amenities are just minutes away.

The nearby city makes College Park a perfect area for those who work in the Downtown Orlando area. The commute is very manageable, and most residents won’t have to drive more than 5 to 15 minutes in rush-hour traffic to the downtown area. There is also plenty of opportunity for work within the area as well. It’s one of the most popular neighborhoods in the city and as it continues to grow, so does the economy.

Quaint shops, local restaurants, and special events decorate “Main Street” in College Park. Trevi Pasta is one of the area’s best Italian restaurants. The chef, Angelo Falcone, crafts homemade pastas and sauces for an authentic dining experience. This charming neighborhood is also home to many top night-time spots including Ollie’s Public House.

College Park is also home to the oldest public golf course, DubsDread. It was originally designed in 1924 and renovated in 2008. The classic course has plenty of history attached to it as the former site of the Orlando Golf Open.

College Park Real Estate

While there are definitely perks to many suburban neighborhoods in Orlando, College Park is likely the most desirable. The character throughout the area is very unique, and because of this, houses in the area are little pricier. College Park homes for sale have a median sale price of about $400,000. That said, there are some homes that are less expensive if your budget isn’t quite that steep.

College Park also has some of the most beautiful waterfront homes in the area. Both Lake Fairview and Little Lake Fairview offer beautiful lakefront estates and both are popular for boating, fishing, and a variety of other water sports and activities.

College Park homes for sale range from small bungalows to large lakefront estates and range in price from just under $200,000 to more than $3 million. Many homes were built in the 1920s, while some replacement homes have popped up more recently.

A recent renaissance has made the College Park area very popular for home buyers. With new restaurants opening, trendy boutiques found on Edgewater Drive, and plenty of parks throughout, the neighborhood attracts many people looking to buy a home in Orlando. It’s one of the most popular neighborhoods in Orlando, and the location provides easy access to Downtown, Winter Park, and Baldwin Park.

Contact our local experts for everything you need to know about College Park and all your Orlando real estate questions.