Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
The Willows
Small-scale Orlando living close to downtown
2
Homes for sale
$249,900
Median list price
$203
Avg price / sqft
185
Median days on market
The Willows is a compact Orange County neighborhood that sits within a short hop of the city's core, giving you the ease of a quiet residential pocket without cutting you off from the energy of Orlando. Downtown is about 17 minutes out, Universal is roughly 26, and Orlando International is a 37-minute drive, so commuting and weekend plans both stay simple. If you like the idea of a modest, manageable address with bigger-name communities like Metro West and Hunters Creek nearby, this is worth a look.
The market here is small and slow-moving, which cuts both ways for a buyer. With just 2 active listings and homes sitting a median of 178.5 days, there's little competition and real room to negotiate — sellers over the past year still landed about 98% of asking on 8 closed sales. Prices sit well below much of the metro, so budgets that feel stretched in Laureate Park or Eagle Creek go further here.
The Willows is a community in Orlando, Florida.
Quick facts
$169,900 – $330K price range
1,217 sqft median home
$126/mo median HOA
$1,493/mo median rent
7 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in The Willows
$329,900
4840 RED WILLOW AVENUE, ORLANDO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,561 sqft
$169,900
2801 WILLOW RUN, ORLANDO
2 bd · 1 ba · 872 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The The Willows market
7
Sold, last 12 months
$195,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
13 days
Median time to sell
The Willows vs Orlando
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 11.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the The Willows boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools The Willows is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median The Willows home
≈ $1,760/mo
$249,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$126/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,493/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,124
Median age
33
Median income
$36,045
Median home value
$222,960
Beyond the listings
Living in The Willows
Entertainment
Top 2% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Entertainment
Top 3% 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 3% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Culture
Top 3% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
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 3% 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.
People who close here
Our Orlando experts
Straight answers
The Willows FAQs
Is The Willows a good place to live?+
It's a small, quiet residential neighborhood with easy access to the rest of Orlando — downtown is about 17 minutes away and Orlando International about 37. Assigned schools include Rolling Hills Elementary, Meadowbrook Middle, and Maynard Evans High. If you want a low-key address within reach of bigger communities like Metro West, it fits.
Is The Willows expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable pockets in the area, with a median list price of $249,900 and listings ranging from $169,900 to $329,900. The median sold price over the last year was $182,500, well below much of metro Orlando. Monthly costs stay light too, with a median HOA of $126 and median property taxes of just $1,287 a year.
What do homes cost in The Willows?+
Expect a median list price around $249,900 and an average of about $203 per square foot on a typical 1,217-square-foot home. Actual sold prices have run lower, with a $182,500 median across 8 sales in the past year. Pricing here lands below communities like Hunters Creek.
How is the market in The Willows?+
It's a slow, low-inventory market — just 2 active listings and a median of 178.5 days on market. That gives buyers time and negotiating room, though sellers have still captured about 98% of asking on recent closings. Patience pays off more than speed here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs are modest: the median HOA is about $126 a month and median property tax runs roughly $1,287 a year. For renters or investors weighing the numbers, median rent in the area is around $1,500 a month. Those figures keep monthly ownership affordable compared to pricier Orlando neighborhoods.
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