Homes for sale · Davenport, FloridaWatersong
Gated vacation-home living minutes from the parks
19
Homes for sale
$510,000
Median list price
$186
Avg price / sqft
89
Median days on market
Watersong is a gated community in Davenport built around the short-term rental lifestyle, where nearly every home comes with a private pool and the architecture leans toward spacious, resort-style floor plans. It sits in the same corridor of Polk County vacation communities as Champions Gate, Solterra Resort and Windsor Island — close to Disney but far enough out to feel calm and residential. It suits investors chasing nightly rental income as much as families who want a second home with room to spread out.
The market here is a specialized one: 18 homes are active with a median list price of $517,500, and the smaller pool of recent sales — 20 homes over the past year at a $442,500 median — shows buyers negotiating. Homes are averaging $190 per square foot across generously sized floor plans, and sellers are getting about 97% of asking after a median 87 days on market. If you're weighing Watersong against other Davenport homes for sale, expect to trade a higher HOA for turnkey rental infrastructure.
Watersong is a community in Davenport, Florida.
Quick facts
$360,000 – $1.9M price range
2,844 sqft median home
$531/mo median HOA
$4,500/mo median rent
20 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Watersong
Watersong is a gated community in Davenport, in the stretch of Polk County that has become Central Florida's vacation-home belt. It was built for the short-term rental lifestyle, which shapes everything about it: homes are large, pools are standard, and the floor plans are designed to sleep groups rather than squeeze a single family. The median home here is 2,832 square feet, so even the smaller listings feel generous.
The community sits along the US-27 and I-4 corridor that runs south of the theme parks, sharing its character with neighbors like Champions Gate and Highlands Reserve. It's quiet and residential in feel, but the rhythm of the place is tied to vacation traffic — plenty of homes are owned by investors or used as second homes rather than occupied year-round.
Watersong suits two clear types of buyer. The first is the investor who wants turnkey vacation-rental income close to Disney. The second is the family or snowbird who wants a spacious pool home as a getaway, with the option to rent it when they're not there. If you want a dense, walkable neighborhood of full-time neighbors, this isn't that — and that's worth being honest about up front.
Neighborhoods and communities in Watersong
Watersong itself is a single gated community rather than a collection of subdivisions, so the "neighborhood" decision here is really about how it compares to the other vacation communities clustered around Davenport. The area is known for a handful of resort-style developments that all compete for the same Disney-bound renter and second-home buyer.
Among the most notable neighbors are Champions Gate, with its golf-and-clubhouse resort setup, and Solterra Resort, another amenity-heavy vacation community. Windsor Island and Highlands Reserve round out the field, each with its own mix of home sizes, HOA structures and rental rules. Providence, nearby, leans more toward full-time residential living.
If you're shopping Watersong, it's worth touring two or three of these side by side. They differ in HOA cost, amenity depth, age of homes and the balance of owner-occupants to renters — and those differences matter a great deal depending on whether you're buying to live, to vacation, or to rent out.
Homes for sale in Watersong: prices and housing
There are 18 active listings in Watersong right now, with a median list price of $517,500 and a range that runs from $360,000 to $1,900,000. The average price works out to about $190 per square foot across homes that median 2,832 square feet, so the headline numbers reflect substantial square footage and a private pool on every property. Two of the current listings are priced above $1 million, which sets the top of the market.
The sold data tells the negotiation story. Over the past 12 months, 20 homes closed at a median sold price of $442,500, with sellers averaging 97% of asking after a median 87 days on market. That gap between the active median and the sold median suggests patient buyers can find value, especially on listings that have been sitting.
Two carrying costs deserve attention. The median HOA is about $531 a month — higher than a typical residential neighborhood because it funds the gated entrance and vacation-community services — and median property taxes run around $6,069 a year. New construction is scarce, with just one new-build among the active listings, so most buyers will be looking at resale homes. If a brand-new home is the goal, communities like Solterra Resort and Windsor Island are worth a look.
Schools in Watersong
Watersong falls within the Polk County Public Schools district. The most commonly assigned schools for this community are Loughman Oaks Elementary School, Shelley S. Boone Middle School, and Ridge Community High School.
Because this is a vacation-oriented community, school zoning is a bigger consideration for the full-time families who buy here than for the investor crowd. School assignments can and do change as the district redraws boundaries and adjusts for growth in this fast-developing part of Polk County.
Before you commit to a specific address, confirm the exact school assignment directly with Polk County Public Schools rather than relying on a listing or a general community page. That's the only reliable way to be sure which schools a particular home is zoned for in any given year.
Getting around Watersong
Watersong is a drive-everywhere community, positioned in the Davenport corridor between US-27 and I-4. Those two roads are the backbone of the area and connect you quickly to the theme-park and attractions economy that defines this part of Central Florida.
The commute times tell the story of why this location works for vacation rentals. Walt Disney World is roughly 38 minutes away, and Universal Orlando is about 52 minutes. Downtown Orlando sits around 55 minutes out, so Watersong is well south of the city core.
For travelers, Orlando International Airport is about a 49-minute drive, which is a reasonable transfer time for renters flying in. There's no meaningful public transit for daily life here, so plan on a car for everything — groceries, dining and the parks all require a drive.
Is Watersong a good place to live?
Watersong is a strong fit for a specific buyer and an awkward one for others, so the honest answer depends on your goals. If you want a spacious pool home as a Disney-area second home or a short-term rental investment, the community delivers exactly that: gated security on 15 of 18 active homes, a pool on every listing, and a median rent around $4,500 a month to support the numbers.
The trade-offs are real. The HOA runs about $531 a month and property taxes around $6,069 a year, both higher than you'd pay in a plain residential subdivision. The resale market is also slower and more specialized — 20 sales over the past year and a median 87 days on market — which means less liquidity than a mainstream neighborhood, though patient buyers can negotiate below the active median of $517,500.
For full-time residents who want a quiet, large home near the parks and don't mind driving for everything, Watersong can work well. For buyers who prioritize walkability, a settled year-round community, or low carrying costs, other parts of Davenport may be a better match. Tour it alongside its neighbors and let your intended use — live, vacation or rent — guide the decision.
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Homes for sale in Watersong
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$548,000
277 YELLOW SNAPDRAGON DRIVE, DAVENPORT
5 bd · 4 ba · 2,844 sqft
$529,999$589,999
427 ORANGE COSMOS BOULEVARD, DAVENPORT
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,619 sqft
$435,000
146 AFRICAN DAISY COURT, DAVENPORT
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,820 sqft
$509,900
406 ORANGE COSMOS BOULEVARD, DAVENPORT
6 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,579 sqft
$1,900,000
1443 BUTTERFLY MILKWEED COURT, DAVENPORT
15 bd · 16 ba · 6,525 sqft
$360,000$369,900
334 ORANGE COSMOS BOULEVARD, DAVENPORT
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,689 sqft
$484,999$499,999
124 YELLOW SNAPDRAGON DRIVE, DAVENPORT
5 bd · 4 ba · 2,716 sqft
$510,000
1078 ORANGE COSMOS BOULEVARD, DAVENPORT
6 bd · 5.5 ba · 2,820 sqft
$459,900
349 YELLOW SNAPDRAGON DRIVE, DAVENPORT
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,196 sqft
$429,950
385 ORANGE COSMOS BOULEVARD, DAVENPORT
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,067 sqft
$875,000$999,900
1275 BUTTERFLY ORCHID ROAD, DAVENPORT
12 bd · 11.5 ba · 5,046 sqft
$824,900$849,900
1242 BUTTERFLY ORCHID ROAD, DAVENPORT
12 bd · 11.5 ba · 5,070 sqft
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The Watersong market
20
Sold, last 12 months
$442,500
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
69 days
Median time to sell
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▼ 3.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
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For the school run
Schools Watersong is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Watersong home
≈ $3,923/mo
$510,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$531/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$4,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,717
Median age
33
Median income
$84,711
Median home value
$402,300
Beyond the listings
Living in Watersong
Lifestyles
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Relationships
Happily Ever After
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Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Attitudes
Deal Seekers
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Culture
Sites to See
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Straight answers
Watersong FAQs
Is Watersong a good place to live?+
Watersong works best for buyers who want a resort-style second home or a vacation-rental investment, since every home has a pool and the community is gated. Full-time residents will find quiet, spacious homes but should know the area is oriented toward short-term stays. It's one of several vacation communities in Davenport along the Disney corridor.
Is Watersong expensive?+
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for Davenport vacation communities, with a median list price of $517,500 and active homes spanning $360,000 to $1,900,000. The median sold price over the past year was $442,500, so there's room to negotiate below list. Two of the current active listings are priced above $1 million.
What do homes cost in Watersong?+
Current listings run from $360,000 up to $1,900,000, with a median list price of $517,500 and an average of $190 per square foot. Homes are large — the median is 2,832 square feet — so you're paying for space and the private pool that comes standard.
How is the market in Watersong?+
It's a measured market: 18 homes are active and 20 sold over the past year, with a median 87 days on market. Sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price, which means well-priced homes move but buyers have negotiating leverage on listings that linger.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA runs about $531 a month, which is higher than a standard residential neighborhood because it supports the gated entrance and vacation-community services. Median property taxes come in around $6,069 a year. Budget for both when you compare Watersong to other Davenport homes for sale.
What schools are assigned to Watersong?+
The most common assigned schools are Loughman Oaks Elementary, Shelley S. Boone Middle School, and Ridge Community High School, all in the Polk County district. Because zoning can change, confirm the exact assignment for any specific address with the district before you buy.
What's the commute like from Watersong?+
Walt Disney World is about 38 minutes away and Orlando International Airport roughly 49 minutes. Universal Orlando is around 52 minutes and Downtown Orlando about 55 minutes, so this is firmly a drive-everywhere location along the I-4 and US-27 corridor.
Is there new construction in Watersong?+
There is currently just one new-construction home among the 18 active listings, so most of your options will be existing resale homes. Nearby communities like Solterra Resort and Windsor Island tend to offer more newer inventory if that's a priority.
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