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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.
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 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 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.
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 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.
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