Clarcona, a bedroom community just 15 miles west of downtown Orlando, blends city and country living. Residents enjoy this neighborhood for its brief commute, modestly priced homes, and access to natural beauty. Clarcona bridges the natural setting of northern neighborhoods that Wekiwa Springs State Park surrounds with the master-planned communities of cities like Ocoee. As a result, Clarcona has a mix of suburban and rural housing options.
Clarcona's Magnolia Park is a favorite place to bring the furry friends for a walk.
Clarcona is a suburb of Orlando, Fl.
Homes are all around the nearby Lake Apopka.
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Commuting by car or the Central Florida LYNX
“Clarcona is very close to the 429 toll road, which has been put in in the past few years and has really opened up this area,” says Stuart Coutu, Realtor with Mainframe Real Estate. “The area has only improved since they got the toll road. More and more businesses are coming in and the whole area is growing.” Clarcona is serviced by Central Florida’s LYNX public bus lines, providing an accessible public transportation option that connects throughout the greater Orlando area. Locals who commute by car can hop on the nearby Apopka Expressway to connect to Interstate 4 and land in downtown Orlando within a half-hour.
Clarcona commuters can quickly hop on the 429 Toll Road to get where they are headed.
The Lynx Bus system has regular stops througout the city of Clarcona.
The 429 connects Clarcona with surrounding cities and Downtown Orlando.
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Contemporary homes, bungalows and ranch homes
Emerson Park is a homeowner’s association brimming with midsized homes in contemporary styles. These houses feature stucco exteriors, arched entryways and decorative windows. Residents enjoy access to a community pool, cabana lounge and children’s play area. The Westlake subdivision has similar contemporary homes but offers a lower HOA fee. Homebuyers can downsize into a bungalow at Apopka Woods or a ranch style in Willow Hill. Summer Brook offers a wide selection of older homes featuring colorful exteriors. For something rural, there are spacious ranch homes on the east side of Clarcona near Lake Boggs. Homes in this area range between $300,000 and $500,000. “The house I last sold in Clarcona was on the market for 8 days,” Coutu says. “Typically, they stay on a little longer than that.”
Clarcona has seen a new trend in energy efficient solar panels being installed.
Mediterranean homes can be found in Clarcona.
If smaller bungalows are more your speed, Clarcona has what you are looking for.
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Orange County public schools have plenty to offer
Students in Clarcona attend school in the Orange County Public Schools district. At Prairie Lake Elementary School, kids can choose from 20 clubs and organizations, including arts and technology. Piedmont Lakes Middle School provides a morning STEAM program for students. Wekiva High offers over 50 clubs, including aquaponics, hip hop and Girls Who CODE. All three of these schools receive overall grades of B-minus from Niche.
Prairie Lake Elementary School is located at 8723 Hackney Prairie Rd in Clarcona.
Wekiva High School is located at 2501 Hiawassee Road and serves the Clarcona area.
Piedmont Lakes Middle School is located at 2681 Lakeville Road and serves the Clarcona community
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Horseback rides, hiking and golf around Clarcona
Equestrians are drawn to the area for the Clarcona Horse Park. This public facility features show rings with bleacher seating, judging towers and horse stalls. Visitors can enjoy horseback riding on the trail, followed by a night under the stars at the campground. This park also connects to the West Orange Trail, which offers more than 20 miles of pathways from Oakland to Apopka. When in the mood for a bit of nature, locals can head to nearby Magnolia Park. Sitting along the shores of Lake Apopka, this green space has boat ramps and fishing docks. Visitors can dive into nature, take in scenic views and search for wildlife along a hiking trail. The park also has a butterfly garden and basketball and volleyball courts. Wekiwa Springs State Park, the longest-running tourist attraction in Orange County, is a short drive away. Although known as a place to swim with manatees, many also enjoy snorkeling and paddling. Golf lovers can practice their swing on the 18-hole course at Forest Lake Golf Club, followed by dinner with friends and family in the clubhouse.
Clarcona Horseman's Park is a large equestrian facility with stables, courses and monthly events
Forest Lake Golf Club is located at 10521 Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
The West Orange Trailhead runs for miles throughout the Clarcona community.
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Just a short drive from great food and shopping
There are several local pickup and catering options to choose from, like Shaw’s Ooh Wee and Fat Bones BBQ. When in the mood for a night out, locals are just a short drive away from great restaurants. Residents can kick back with a beer bucket and a burrito bowl at Fogata Street Tacos, a casual spot that entertains guests with live music. For something something greasy, A&T Buffalos serves a mean Philly cheesesteak sandwich. Residents can pick up daily essentials at Dollar General on Clarcona Ococee Road. For groceries and other goods, Publix on West Road is just under a 5-mile drive west from Clarcona, and Walmart Neighborhood Market is a 3-mile drive east.
Fogata Street Tacos is located at 2222 Ocoee Apopka Rd in the Clarcona area.
Clarcona's retail and shoppinf hub is near the intersection of West Road and Ocoee-Apopka Road.
The Breakfast Club is everyone's favorite breakfast spot in Clarcona.
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