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A suburban vibe in the heart of the city
Clear Lake is an Orlando community with a unique identity. “It’s surrounded by neighborhoods that aren’t as economically advantaged, but Clear Lake itself is a pretty desirable area,” says Rochelle Warriner or United Realty Preferred, who has been serving the Orlando area since 2019. To the west are established urban neighborhoods. To the east are trendy neighborhoods, including downtown Orlando. Clear Lake, however, offers a decidedly suburban vibe in the heart of the city. Its desirability centers around access to the 360-acre lake for which the neighborhood is named and the attractive midcentury homes that dot Venetian-inspired canals that are not found in any of the Orlando’s other metropolitan neighborhoods.
Clear Lake is a beautiful suburb or Orlando, FL.
Canals running behind homes in Clear Lake.
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Attractive midcentury homes, many located along canals
Clear Lake’s signature neighborhood, Isle of Catalina, is situated at the southern end of the lake. Built in the late 1950s and ’60s, the neighborhood’s developers sought to emulate great European canal cities like Venice. Along the canals that provide easy access to the main attraction for boaters and watersports enthusiasts of all kinds are a collection of midcentury homes typically priced from the mid-$300,000s to as much as $500,000. Boats floating in the backyards are a common sight. Elsewhere around the lake, ranch-style homes with similar standard features such as private driveways, attached garages and large yards are typically priced from the md-$200,000s to the low $400,000s. The Catalina Isle condominium complex offers an affordable multi-family alternative, with units priced from under $50,000 to about $90,000. An interesting feature of the neighborhood is that it is home to the Dolce Vita Resort & Spa, conveniently located along the community’s southernmost canal.
Eccentric homes with manicured yards line the streets of the Clear Lake community.
A beautiful 2 story home Clear Lake right on the water.
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"One of the few skiable lakes in the downtown Orlando area"
Clear Lake is large enough to provide plenty of space for boating, kayaking and other nautical adventures. “It’s one of the few skiable lakes in the downtown Orlando area,” Warriner says. “And from a price point standpoint, it’s the most affordable skiable lake in the area. Lake access is huge for homeowners.” Anglers can fish from their boats or the bankside. Homeowners with private piers can fish the canals, and other convenient fishing spots include the boardwalk at Clear Lake Park, an amenities-filled picturesque green space. The park features a paved path for walking and biking, and exercise stations can be found along it. The park also offers a playground as well as a gazebo and picnic pavilions. On the north side of the lake, George Barker Park offers additional children’s playscapes and fishing spots as well as basketball courts. A community center in neighboring Holden Heights features a computer lab and classroom space for after-school programs and vocational training.
Clear Lake Park is a beautiful large greenspace with a playground and trails.
The Clear Lake community overlooking the water and Downtown Orlando in the distance.
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Elementary school located in the neighborhood
Young students can attend the neighborhood’s Catalina Elementary, which features a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-1, and nearby Memorial Middle, both C-rated schools by Niche. Older students can attend Jones High, a B-minus-rated school that offers the International Baccalaureate Programme and extracurricular clubs for future business leaders, future farmers and gamers.
Catalina Elementary School is a public school serving the Clear Lake community.
Catalina Elementary School in Clear Lake is located on 29th St.
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Upscale Mall of Millenia among several nearby retail and dining destinations
Oley’s Kitchen & Bar B Que is a neighborhood eatery known for its jerk chicken and pulled pork sandwiches. The casual restaurant fuses Caribbean and American Southern cuisine. “The neighborhood is kind of in a food desert. There aren’t a lot of options, but you’re not far from a lot of options,” Warriner says. “You’re so close to downtown and all its great options, and SoDo, which has such a great food culture.” A Walmart Neighborhood Market is located in the neighborhood’s northwest corner, but most residents live south of the lake and have easy access to a large concentration of dining and retail options located about 2 miles south at the Mall of Millenia, a sprawling contemporary collection of shopping centers that includes everything from big-box retailers such as Target, Costco and IKEA to upscale destinations such as Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Apple Millenia. “The mall was developed to be Orlando’s upscale shopping experience because we have so many travelers from all over the world,” Warriner says. “It was built in an area that was not previously as desirable, but the mall purchased the land and developed it. It’s THE high-end mall.” Featured eateries include The Capital Grille, Keke’s Breakfast Café and NaraDeva Thai.
Clear Lake's closest Apple retailer is in the Mall of Millenia.
Clear Lake is close to the Millenia Shopping area.
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Clear Lake commuters, need not go far, with I-4 and Toll Road 408 just minutes away.
I-4 provides quick access to upscale mall, downtown Orlando
The Mall at Millenia can be accessed directly from Interstate 4, which forms the neighborhood’s southern edge. I-4 also leads directly into downtown Orlando just minutes away, giving residents convenient access to work in the Central Business District. The thriving city center also houses cultural attractions, highlighted by the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts. SunRail commuter and Amtrak stations are available nearby. Both the mall and downtown are accessible via LYNX buses that run through the neighborhood. John Young Parkway, which forms much of the neighborhood’s west side, provides additional access to the Greater Orlando region. The city’s international airport is about 15 miles away.
Clear Lake homes surrounding the lake itself.
Crime
The CAP Index gives the neighborhood an 8-out-of-10 rating. That typically signifies high crime, but the areas south and east of the lake are primarily residential areas where crime is not common. The neighborhood’s northwest corner does border some of the city’s higher-crime areas.
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Parks in this Area
George Barker Park
Clear Lake Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Lizzie Rogers Park
Gilbert McQueen Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Boating
Dr. I Sylvester Hankins Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Dr. James R. Smith Neighborhood Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Transit
Airport
Orlando International
24 min drive
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L B Mcleod Rd And Herbert Ln
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L B Mcleod Rd And Rio Ln
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S Rio Grande Ave And 30th St
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L B Mcleod Rd And S John Young Pky
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L B Mcleod Rd And Canal Ln
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S John Young Pky And Clear Way
Clear Lake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clear Lake, Orlando sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Clear Lake, Orlando over the last 12 months is $360,036, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,296
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,181
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,032
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
61.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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