Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
South Eola
Downtown living beside Lake Eola's green edge
32
Homes for sale
$399,950
Median list price
$355
Avg price / sqft
106
Median days on market
South Eola sits on the eastern side of downtown Orlando, where mid-rise condos and tree-lined streets put you minutes from the city's parks, restaurants, and the lake that gives the neighborhood its name. It's a genuinely walkable pocket of Orlando — the kind of place where you can leave the car at home and still get everywhere, with downtown just four minutes away and Orlando International Airport about 29. If you want urban energy without the sprawl, this is one of the most connected corners of the metro, and a natural counterpoint to the master-planned feel of Laureate Park or Hunters Creek further south.
For buyers, the market here is driven by condos and attached homes, which keeps the entry point accessible relative to much of the region. The median list price is $419,900, but the range runs from $199,000 to nearly $3 million, so there's room for both first-time downtown buyers and those after a larger view unit. With 31 active listings and homes taking a median 113 days to sell, you have time to be selective — a different pace than the faster-moving outlying communities like Metro West and Eagle Creek.
South Eola is a community in Orlando, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,000 – $3.0M price range
1,460 sqft median home
$1,229/mo median HOA
$3,650/mo median rent
44 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in South Eola
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$229,000
101 S EOLA DRIVE UNIT 905, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 644 sqft
$768,000
100 S EOLA DRIVE UNIT 1413, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,885 sqft
$199,000
101 S EOLA DRIVE UNIT 1008, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1 ba · 644 sqft
$350,000
10 N SUMMERLIN AVENUE UNIT 28, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,465 sqft
$685,000
260 S OSCEOLA AVENUE UNIT 1611, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,975 sqft
$850,000
260 S OSCEOLA AVENUE UNIT 1406, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,000 sqft
$335,000
525 E JACKSON STREET UNIT 706, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,268 sqft
$835,000
260 S OSCEOLA AVENUE UNIT 1001, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,000 sqft
$2,995,000
100 S EOLA DRIVE UNIT 119, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,244 sqft
$861,000$870,000
636 MARIPOSA STREET, ORLANDO
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,105 sqft
$539,000$559,000
260 S OSCEOLA AVENUE UNIT 1602, ORLANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,765 sqft
$249,000$259,000
101 S EOLA DRIVE UNIT 614, ORLANDO
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 997 sqft
Every active listing inside the South Eola boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The South Eola market
44
Sold, last 12 months
$357,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
67 days
Median time to sell
South Eola vs Orlando
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 42.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the South Eola boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools South Eola is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median South Eola home
≈ $4,053/mo
$399,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,229/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,650/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,954
Median age
32
Median income
$86,458
Median home value
$535,205
Beyond the listings
Living in South Eola
Relationships
Top 3% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Entertainment
Top 7% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Lifestyles
Top 8% in the U.S.LGBTQ Culture
This population is characterized by the expression of gay pride, gender identity, and accepting alternative lifestyles.
Beliefs
Top 10% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
People who close here
Our Orlando experts
Straight answers
South Eola FAQs
Is South Eola a good place to live?+
If you want to be in the middle of Orlando without a long commute, it's hard to beat — downtown is about four minutes away and Universal roughly 20. It's a walkable, condo-heavy neighborhood near Lake Eola, which suits buyers who prioritize location and lifestyle over a big yard.
Is South Eola expensive?+
It's more accessible than much of the metro, with a median list price of $419,900 and listings starting around $199,000. That said, the range stretches to nearly $3 million, and three of the current active listings are priced above $1 million, so you can spend as much as you like on a view unit.
What do homes cost in South Eola?+
The median list price is $419,900, and homes run about $355 per square foot against a median size of 1,465 square feet. Over the past year, 44 homes sold at a median of $357,000 — a reminder that final prices often land below list in this market, unlike faster areas such as Metro West.
How is the market right now?+
It favors patient buyers: with 31 active listings and a median 113 days on market, there's no pressure to rush. Sellers are getting about 96% of asking on average, so there's typically room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Because this is a condo-driven neighborhood, HOA fees are a real factor — the median runs about $1,271 a month, which often covers building amenities and maintenance. Median property taxes come in around $6,199 a year, so budget for both when comparing against single-family options in Orlando.
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