8422 MARGARITA DRIVE, ORLANDO, FL, 32817
Active2 days on marketListed Oct 14, 2026MLS #O6449438
About this home
8422 MARGARITA DRIVE
Welcome to 8422 Margarita Drive in the established Orange Ridge neighborhood of Orlando! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath block and stucco home offers 1,845 square feet of living space on a spacious 0.22 acre lot with NO HOA and NO CDD. Major highlight: the roof was replaced in 2023. Inside, soaring ceilings and a real stone fireplace create a warm focal point in the family room, while the separate living and dining areas offer added flexibility for everyday living, entertaining, or working from home. Tile flooring throughout provides a consistent look and easy maintenance. The kitchen features a cooktop, dishwasher, and disposal, and the primary suite includes a walk in closet. An enclosed back porch with its own exterior door extends the usable space and offers room to relax, create a hobby area, or enjoy views of the backyard. This additional space is not included in the stated living area. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard with room to personalize, garden, or entertain, plus a 2 car attached garage. Located in Flood Zone X, this property offers convenient access to SR 417, SR 436, and University Boulevard, connecting you to UCF, Waterford Lakes Town Center, Oviedo, Winter Park, and downtown Orlando. Nearby shopping, dining, everyday services, and recreational opportunities add to the appeal of this convenient East Orlando location. Zoned for Lakemont Elementary, Maitland Middle, and Winter Park High, subject to independent verification. Whether you are looking for a home with character, flexible living space, room to make it your own, or a property with no HOA restrictions, this Orange Ridge opportunity deserves a closer look. Schedule your private showing today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,025
Sqft
0.22 ac
Lot size
1984
Year built
One
Levels
$212
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,429 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,429/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+2.7%
$/sqft vs Orlando actives
$212 vs $238
Days on market
2 vs 63 typical
Where $212/sqft sits among the 400 Orlando actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Orlando
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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ORLANDO 32817 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
37,894
Median age
30.1
Median income
$78,546
Median home value
$327,800
Avg household
2.82
Households w/ children
3,202
For the school run
Orange County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Orlando market
$400K → $395K
Orlando median sold, yr/yr
97.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
204 of 400
Orlando actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Orlando, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 14% above the ORLANDO 32817 median. See the full Orlando market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$320,000
2132 4TH STREET E · same community
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,008 sqft · $317/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$247,000
2124 3RD STREET E · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 972 sqft · $254/sqft · 8 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$434,000
9650 LAKE DOUGLAS PLACE
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,004 sqft · $217/sqft · 10 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Nicholas Giaccone
Director of Agent Success · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
8422 MARGARITA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,429/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,571. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Orlando?+
At $430,000, this home is listed about 13% above the Orlando median of $379,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8422 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
Arbor Ridge K-8 (elementary), Winter Park High (high), Glenridge Middle (middle) — Orange County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$430,000 runs 14% above the ORLANDO 32817 median — but at 2,025 sqft it's also 30% larger than the typical Orlando listing.
02Fresh on the market
Only 2 days on market in a Orlando market that averages 63 — if it fits, move quickly.
03Strong assigned schools
Arbor Ridge K-8, Winter Park High, Glenridge Middle — Arbor Ridge K-8 rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE III · Michael Smith. MLS #O6449438.
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