Park Lake Highland

A resident walks his dog in Park Lake Highland.

Park Lake Highland residents enjoy local craft beer and food at Food Truck Fridays.

Ducks are common sights at Park Lake Highland's lakes.

Park Lake Highland is a small but sought-after Orlando neighborhood.

The architecture in Park Lake Highland often caries from house to house.

Suburban Neighborhood in Orlando, Florida

Orange County 32801, 32803

$828,460 Average Value

Vintage Orlando homes bordered by funky nightlife

Fifty years before Walt Disney World opened in Orlando, residents settled along the lush waterfront of Park Lake Highland. Two miles north of downtown, this Orlando neighborhood balances two distinct vibes. Early 1900s homes surround Park Lake and Lake Highland, with manicured hedges and colorful gardens filling the yards. Handfuls of Spanish moss lay on the weathered brick streets, dripping down from the oaks overhead. Meanwhile, the east side of the neighborhood encompasses the Mills 50 district, where nightlife enthusiasts can just as easily find graffiti-stained music venues as fine dining restaurants. “My clients there loved how central it was to so many activity hubs,” says Bryan Douglas, a Realtor at Keller Williams at The Parks who has worked in Orlando real estate for more than 15 years. “They’d go to Mills 50 or cross the street and go to the Lake Eola farmers market.”

Old Florida architecture on display

Homes popped up in Park Lake Highland at the turn of the 20th century, before the region became synonymous with tourism. As a result, houses call back to a more leisurely time in the state’s history, sometimes called Old Florida. The Colonial Revival homes and Mediterranean-style houses often come with covered porches and balconies. The neighborhood is historical but not stagnant, explains Douglas. Contemporary designs occasionally spring up on infill lots. Meanwhile, properties built in the 1920s are sometimes expanded and outfitted with swimming pools by subsequent owners. Buyers will find two-bedroom homes priced in the high $300,000s, with four-bedroom homes costing roughly $900,000.

Park Lake Highland's historical homes include Colonial Revivals.

Spanish-style architecture is common throughout Florida, including in Park Lake Highland.

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Michelin-worthy dining at The Strand

At Mills Avenue, stately homes and manicured lawns are replaced by lanes of traffic and funky, mural-splattered dives. This roadway is noted for its concentration of renowned restaurants and longstanding watering holes. On one block, The Strand serves fried green tomatoes and olive oil cake that landed the restaurant in the Michelin Guide. Up the street, cocktail bar Lil Indies connects to Will’s Pub, a venue rocked by independent musicians since 1995. Residents can access retail staples along Colonial Drive, including Publix and Target. AdventHealth Orlando hospital provides health care 2 miles away.

Bites & Bubbles offers locals a rooftop dining experience.

Families gather at Pig Floyds Urban Barbakoa to enjoy some barbecue.

Lil' Indies is an intimate bar connected to Will's Pub in Orlando.

Residents of Park Lake Highland may do their grocery shopping at Publix on Colonia Avenue.

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Lake Highland Preparatory gets an A-plus

One of the neighborhood’s most notable landmarks is the towering dome at Lake Highland Preparatory School. The private school teaches students from prekindergarten through 12th grade, earning an A-plus from Niche. “People from all over Orlando send their kids there,” Douglas says. Students who attend Orange County Public Schools can start at Audubon Park School, a campus for kindergarteners through eighth graders that earns a Niche grade of A-minus. Teens can attend Edgewater High School, graded a B-plus.

Lake Highland Preparatory in the neighborhood is one of Orlando's highest rated private schools

Edgewater High School is a public school serving Park Lake Highland students.

Students in Park Lake Highland can attend Audubon Park School.

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Paddle across the waters of Lake Ivanhoe

Locals can walk to Gaston Edwards Park, a grassy shore of Lake Ivanhoe, where kayakers and paddleboarders launch onto the water. A playground and sand volleyball court allow parkgoers to enjoy Orlando’s year-round warm climate – if the park isn’t getting doused by one of Central Florida’s frequent rain showers. Lake Highland Park hosts fewer amenities, but its central location means every resident is within a mile of the lakeside green space.

Lake Ivanhoe has a kayak launch accessible to Park Lake Highland residents.

Gaston Edwards Park at Park Lake Highland features workout equipment.

Local can fish from the bank of Lake Ivanhoe in Orlando.

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Dragon parade marches through Park Lake Highland

For more than a decade, the Central Florida Dragon Parade has annually strutted through the neighborhood to celebrate Lunar New Year. Park Lake Highland is removed from Orlando’s tourist corridor, but residents are within a 10 to 20-mile drive of Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort and SeaWorld Orlando, for whenever they get the itch for amusement park rides and shows.

Quick commutes thanks to Colonial Drive, Orange Avenue

Park Lake Highland connects to multiple major roadways, making it easy to drive around Orlando’s urban core. Colonial Drive and Orange Avenue route to the office towers of the Central Business District, less than 2 miles away. An on-ramp for Interstate 4 is less than a mile from the neighborhood. The Lynx bus that stops along Colonial Drive and Mills Avenue is the only public transportation option. However, the 3-mile-long Orlando Urban Trail skirts past Lake Highland, where cyclists can hop on and travel north to the city of Winter Park.

Park Lake/Highland is conveniently located near Interstate 4.

The LYNX bus stops in Park Lake Highland and travels around Orlando.

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FEMA reports hurricane and flood risks

Lakeside living in Florida does carry some risks. FEMA rates the risk of a hurricane in Orange County as relatively high. Likewise, FEMA data shows that some houses and yards around Park Lake and Lake Highland face a 1% annual chance of flooding, so homebuyers may want to research flood insurance options.

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Agents Specializing in this Area

Rochelle Warriner

UNITED REAL ESTATE PREFERRED

(321) 320-8497

59 Total Sales

1 in Park Lake Highland

$640,000 Price

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Lisa Grey

KEYSEEKERS REAL ESTATE

(407) 502-0125

198 Total Sales

1 in Park Lake Highland

$570,000 Price

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Christina Rampersad

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KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE 2 REALTY

(689) 600-3777

239 Total Sales

1 in Park Lake Highland

$330,000 Price

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Susan Chapin

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KELLER WILLIAMS WINTER PARK

(689) 207-6205

86 Total Sales

1 in Park Lake Highland

$785,000 Price

Susan Chapin
Peter Luu

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REAL BROKER, LLC

(321) 290-1415

363 Total Sales

2 in Park Lake Highland

$510K - $685K Price Range

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Dorothy Kelley

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KELLEY REALTY GROUP LLC

(833) 637-2691

16 Total Sales

1 in Park Lake Highland

$950,000 Price

Dorothy Kelley

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Schools

Source:

Edgewater High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

Audubon Park School

Pre-K to 8th
Public

A-

Princeton Elementary School

Pre-K to 5th
Public

A-

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Gaston Edwards Park

Lake Highland Park

Colonialtown Park

Picnic Area
Playground

Gaston Edwards Park

Colonialtown Square Park

Trails

Colonialtown Neighborhood Center

Baseball/Softball
Pool
Playground

Big Tree Park

Transit

Airport

Orlando International

25 min drive

Bus

N Mills Ave And Virginia Dr

Bus

E Colonial Dr And N Thornton Ave

Bus

N Mills Ave And Lake Highland Dr

Bus

E Colonial Dr And N Summerlin Ave

Bus

E Colonial Dr And Park Lake Cir

Bus

N Mills Ave And Oregon St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime	Park Lake Highland	US
Homicide	3	4
Sexual Assault	5	4
Assault with Weapon	4	4
Robbery	5	4
Burglary	9	4
Motor Vehicle Theft	8	4
Larceny	9	4
Crime Score	7	4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood

324

Median Year Built

1948

Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft

2,134

Above the national average

1,924

Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft

1,961

Median Lot Size Sq Ft

8,276

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

$2,399,000
- 4 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 5,278 Sq Ft
1010 Terrace Blvd
Stunning Lakeside Estate! A timeless Mediterranean gracefully set on the sparkling shores of Lake Highland in downtown Orlando. This stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence with approximately 5,300 sq. ft. includes a private in-law suite with a secondary kitchen, a 2-car side-entry garage, and unmatched lakefront views—just steps from Lake Highland Prep and minutes from the vibrant downtown

Nicole Rader MAINFRAME REAL ESTATE
$799,000
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 2,710 Sq Ft
1017 N Thornton Ave
**This property qualifies for a closing cost credit up to $12,000 through the Seller’s preferred lender (restrictions apply).**Amazing opportunity to own a Triplex in the heart of 32803! This single-family home offers a 3/2, 2/2, and 1/1 sitting on a large corner lot! The largest unit sits at the front of the home featuring original wood flooring throughout, accent fireplace, and a beautifully

Thomas Nickley KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY AT THE PARKS

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Homes for Rent

$1,795 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 855 Sq Ft
909 N Thornton Ave

Orlando, FL
Location location location. Duplex offers brand new kitchen, two bedrooms one bathroom with separate bonus room ideal for Office, den or dining room. Washer dryer included. Screen in porch. Plenty of parking. Private yard, landscaping included. Quiet street yet minutes to Mills 50, downtown, hospitals

Angela Chapman CAPITAL REALTY GROUP FLORIDA
$2,200 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,616 Sq Ft
828 N Hyer Ave

Orlando, FL
This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a perfect balance of comfort and convenience. Located in a friendly neighborhood, it’s ideal for individuals or small families looking for a peaceful living space.The home is located close to schools, parks, shopping centers, and public transportation, offering both comfort and easy access to everyday essentials.Rental Details:Rent: $2200Security

Choupette Jean Poix DALTON WADE INC

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population

1,008

Median Age

Population Density

4 ppl/acre

Population under 18

17.4%

Below the national average

23.8%

Population over 65

18.1%

On par with the national average

19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income

$99,193

Significantly above the national average

$71,702

Average Household Income

$158,917

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates

99.9%

College Graduates

68.3%

Significantly above the national average

34.1%

Advanced Degrees

51.2%

Significantly above the national average

13.3%

% Population in Labor Force

82.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation

51''

Average Winter Low Temperature

52°F

Average Summer High Temperature

92°F

Annual Snowfall

0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score^®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score^®

70 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score^®

45 / 100

Source: Walk Score

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