The Fountains at Champions Gate

It suits buyers who want a gated setting close to Central Florida's attractions without paying resort-community premiums. Walt Disney World is about 25 minutes away and Orlando International Airport roughly 36, and most homes here — 9 of 12 active listings — are behind a gate. If proximity to the parks and a secure community rank high on your list, it delivers.

Not by the standards of the surrounding resort corridor. The median list price is $279,950, with active homes ranging from $240,000 to $357,000, which is attainable compared with nearby communities like Champions Gate. At an average $166 per square foot, you're getting a median home size around 1,632 square feet.

Active listings sit at a median of $279,950, and over the last 12 months 8 homes sold at a median price of $276,250. Sellers are averaging about 97% of their asking price, so list and sale numbers are tracking closely. Expect roughly $166 per square foot for a home near 1,632 square feet.

It's a slower, buyer-friendly pace with 12 homes active and a median 119 days on market. Only 8 homes have sold in the past year, so inventory turns gradually — but that patience pays off in negotiating room. With sellers netting about 97% of asking, well-prepared offers still get taken seriously.

Plan for a median HOA of about $700 per month, which reflects the gated, amenity-oriented nature of the community. Median property taxes run around $3,840 per year. Factor both into your monthly budget alongside the mortgage, since the HOA here is a meaningful line item.