Homes for sale · Kissimmee, FloridaSolara
Resort-style vacation homes minutes from the parks
116
Homes for sale
$615,000
Median list price
$213
Avg price / sqft
174
Median days on market
Solara is a gated, resort-oriented community in the Westside corridor of Kissimmee, built around the short-term-rental lifestyle that defines this stretch of Osceola County. Nearly every home here has a private pool, and the community's draw is proximity — Walt Disney World is about 27 minutes away, which keeps both vacationers and investors interested. It's a neighborhood that suits buyers looking for a turnkey vacation home or an income property more than a traditional primary-residence subdivision. If you're exploring the broader market, Solara sits alongside other Westside options like Storey Lake and Windsor at Westside among Kissimmee homes for sale.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell a clear story: 116 active listings against a median list price of $615,000, with homes moving at a median of 174 days on market. Sellers are currently getting about 94% of asking, so there's room to negotiate. HOA fees here are high at a median $717/month — that reflects the resort amenities and management that make short-term rentals work — and property taxes run around $8,496 a year. Twelve homes are listed above $1M, so there's a genuine luxury tier within the community.
Solara is a community in Kissimmee, Florida.
Quick facts
$389,000 – $1.4M price range
2,987 sqft median home
$717/mo median HOA
$2,893/mo median rent
74 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in Solara
Solara is a gated resort community in the Westside corridor of Kissimmee, in Osceola County, and it was built around one central idea: proximity to the theme parks. With Walt Disney World roughly 27 minutes away, the community has always been oriented toward vacationers and the owners who rent to them. Nearly every home here has a private pool, and the overall design — clustered, amenity-rich, professionally managed — reflects a short-term-rental lifestyle more than a conventional suburban one.
That focus shapes who Solara suits. Investors buying a turnkey vacation property, families wanting a second home near the parks, and buyers who like the security and amenities of a gated resort all find a natural fit here. It is less of a match for someone seeking a quiet, owner-occupied primary-residence street, since the rhythm of the neighborhood is tied to guests coming and going.
The trade-off is straightforward. You get a home engineered for rentability — pools, space, and a managed community — alongside higher carrying costs than a typical Kissimmee subdivision. Buyers who understand that upfront tend to be happiest here, because they're buying into the resort model on purpose rather than by accident.
Neighborhoods and communities in Solara
Solara is itself one of several resort-style communities along the Westside corridor, and it's useful to understand it in that company. Nearby Storey Lake and Windsor at Westside share the same vacation-rental orientation, with pools and gated access aimed at owners who want income potential near the parks. Comparing these communities side by side helps clarify what you're paying for in amenities and management.
For buyers whose priorities lean toward full-time living rather than rentals, Solivita offers a very different model farther out in Osceola County. Lake Marion Village is another option within the broader Kissimmee market. Each of these has its own character, so it's worth touring more than one before committing.
If you're still mapping the area, the wider pool of Kissimmee homes for sale gives context on how Solara's pricing and amenities compare across the city. Solara's niche — gated, pool-heavy, rental-friendly and close to Disney — is clear once you've seen the alternatives.
Homes for sale in Solara: prices and housing
The current market shows 116 active listings with a median list price of $615,000, spanning from about $389,000 at the entry end to $1,450,000 at the top. Homes average roughly $213 per square foot, and the median home size is a substantial 2,987 square feet — these are larger houses built to sleep groups of vacationers. Over the past 12 months, 74 homes sold at a median price of $619,000, so sold and list values are closely aligned.
The housing here is dominated by pool homes: 115 of the 116 active listings include a private pool, and 62 sit within gated sections. Waterfront homes are rare at just three active, and there are no golf or 55+ designated listings in the current data. A luxury tier exists too, with 12 homes listed above $1M. New construction is limited, with 6 new-build listings currently on the market.
Carrying costs are a defining feature. The median HOA fee is $717/month — high by general standards but typical for a managed resort community — and median property taxes are about $8,496/year. Median rent runs around $2,893/month, a figure investors will weigh against those costs. With a median 174 days on market and sellers getting about 94% of asking, buyers currently have meaningful negotiating room.
Schools in Solara
Solara falls within the Osceola County School District, and the most commonly assigned schools for this community include Westside K-8 School, Celebration High School, and Osceola County School for the Arts. The last of these is a magnet-style option, so admission and transportation rules can differ from standard neighborhood schools.
Because Solara is largely a vacation-rental community, school assignment matters most to the subset of buyers planning to live here full time with children. For those buyers, it's important to verify the exact zoning for a specific address rather than assuming, since boundaries are periodically adjusted.
The reliable way to confirm is to check the current attendance zone directly with the Osceola County School District using the property address before you make an offer. Zoning and program availability can change year to year, so a quick verification protects you from surprises.
Getting around Solara
Solara's location in the Westside corridor is built for park access. Walt Disney World is about 27 minutes away by car, which is the shortest and most relevant drive for most owners and their guests. That convenience is the practical centerpiece of the community's appeal.
Other major destinations sit a bit farther out. Universal Orlando is roughly 43 minutes away, Downtown Orlando about 43 minutes, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) around 44 minutes. For vacationers flying in, that airport drive is manageable; for a daily commuter into Orlando, it's a longer haul to factor into the decision.
This is a car-dependent area, as most of the Westside corridor is. Owners and guests rely on the regional road network to reach the parks, dining and attractions, so a reliable vehicle is essentially a requirement for day-to-day life here.
Is Solara a good place to live?
Solara is a strong fit for its intended audience: investors and second-home owners who want a turnkey, pool-equipped property minutes from Disney. The gated setup, resort amenities and near-universal pools are exactly what the short-term-rental market demands, and the 27-minute drive to Walt Disney World is hard to beat. If income potential or easy park access drives your purchase, Solara delivers on that premise.
The honest trade-offs are the carrying costs and the community's rental orientation. A median HOA of $717/month and property taxes near $8,496/year add up, and the steady flow of vacation guests means this isn't the quiet, settled street some full-time buyers picture. Those realities are features for an investor and drawbacks for someone seeking a traditional owner-occupied neighborhood.
On price and timing, today's market gives buyers leverage: a median 174 days on market and sellers accepting about 94% of asking suggest patience pays off. If you go in knowing you're buying into a resort-rental model — not a conventional subdivision — Solara can be an excellent fit. Compare it against nearby Westside communities to be sure it matches your goals before committing.
On the market now
Homes for sale in Solara
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$750,000
1835 CARIBBEAN VIEW TERRACE, KISSIMMEE
9 bd · 6 ba · 3,789 sqft
$670,000
8923 COCONUT BREEZE DRIVE, KISSIMMEE
7 bd · 6.5 ba · 3,533 sqft
$669,000
8951 HILTON RIDGE AVENUE, KISSIMMEE
9 bd · 6 ba · 4,169 sqft
$640,000
2306 ZABALLINA PLACE, KISSIMMEE
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,334 sqft
$575,000
1544 NASSAU POINT TRAIL, KISSIMMEE
6 bd · 5 ba · 3,789 sqft
$568,888
8947 AMELIA DOWNS TRAIL, KISSIMMEE
7 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,998 sqft
$549,000
1771 SAWYER PALM PLACE, KISSIMMEE
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,987 sqft
$470,000
1505 CAREY PALM CIRCLE, KISSIMMEE
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,090 sqft
$675,000
9148 DRIFTWOOD PATH, KISSIMMEE
6 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,987 sqft
$799,000
1852 CARIBBEAN VIEW TERRACE, KISSIMMEE
9 bd · 6.5 ba · 4,828 sqft
$449,500
1586 CAREY PALM CIRCLE, KISSIMMEE
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,090 sqft
$455,000
2166 FLEMING MIST PLACE, KISSIMMEE
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 2,294 sqft
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The Solara market
74
Sold, last 12 months
$619,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
100 days
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For the school run
Schools Solara is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Solara home
≈ $4,877/mo
$615,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$717/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,893/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Beyond the listings
Living in Solara
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Hobbies & Interests
Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
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Straight answers
Solara FAQs
Is Solara a good place to live?+
Solara is primarily a resort and vacation-rental community rather than a traditional primary-residence neighborhood, so it suits investors and part-time owners best. Nearly all 115 of the pool homes and the gated, amenity-rich layout are built around short-term stays. If you want a quiet owner-occupied subdivision, you'd weigh that against communities like Solivita.
Is Solara expensive?+
The median list price is $615,000 with listings ranging from $389,000 up to $1,450,000, so there's a wide spread. The bigger cost consideration is carrying costs: HOA fees run a median $717/month and property taxes about $8,496/year. Those recurring figures reflect the resort amenities and management that make the community work as a rental.
What do homes cost in Solara?+
Active listings have a median price of $615,000, and homes that sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $619,000. At roughly $213 per square foot with a median home size near 2,987 sqft, you're generally buying larger, pool-equipped vacation-style houses. Twelve homes are currently listed above $1M for the higher end.
How is the market in Solara?+
There are 116 active listings and 74 homes sold in the last 12 months, with a median of 174 days on market — a relatively slow pace that favors buyers. Sellers are receiving about 94% of asking on average, which means there's room to negotiate. This is a more patient market than the Westside corridor saw a few years ago.
What are the HOA fees and taxes like?+
The median HOA fee in Solara is $717/month, which is high and reflects the gated access, pools and resort amenities geared toward short-term rentals. Property taxes run a median of about $8,496/year. Factor both into your budget, especially if you're underwriting the home as a rental investment.
What schools serve Solara?+
The most commonly assigned schools include Westside K-8 School, Celebration High School, and Osceola County School for the Arts. School zoning can change, so confirm the exact assignment for any specific address with the Osceola County School District before you buy.
What's the commute like from Solara?+
Solara sits in the Westside area near the major park corridors. Walt Disney World is about 27 minutes away, while Universal Orlando, Downtown Orlando and Orlando International Airport (MCO) are each roughly 43 to 44 minutes out. That positioning is ideal for vacation access but a longer haul for daily Orlando commuters.
Is there new construction in Solara?+
There are 6 new-construction homes among the current 116 active listings, so new inventory is limited but available. Most of the community is already built out with pool homes designed for the rental market. If new construction is a priority, it's worth comparing nearby Westside communities as well.
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