Rowena Gardens House for Sale

Rowena Gardens in Orlando is a neighborhood characterized by its mid-20th-century homes, primarily built in the 1950s and '60s, featuring traditional Florida one-story architecture with low-slung, gabled metal roofs. Many homes include porches or lanais, enhancing outdoor living spaces. The neighborhood also boasts modern lakefront homes on Lake Rowena. Leu Gardens, a significant local attraction, spans 50 acres and offers a variety of plants and free admission days each month. Adjacent to Rowena Gardens, the Mills 50 district provides vibrant shopping and dining options, including high-end eateries and local favorites like Pig Floyd’s Urban BBQ and TaKo Cheena’s Mexican-Asian fusion. Virginia Drive features several restaurants, breweries, and bars, such as Ten10 Brewing Company and The Hideaway. Loch Haven Park, across Mills Avenue, is the cultural hub with the Orlando Museum of Art, Orlando Science Center, and theaters like Orlando Family Stage and Orlando Shakes. Residents also enjoy proximity to Universal Orlando Resort, 12 miles away, and Walt Disney World, 20 miles away. The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly, with many shops and restaurants within walking distance and access to the Orlando Urban Trail. Rowena Gardens is served by highly rated schools, including Audubon Park School, Edgewater High School, and Winter Park High School. The area has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for families. Downtown Orlando is just 3 miles away, and I-4 provides convenient routes to Daytona Beach and Tampa.