ACCORDING TO THE CITY OF ORLANDO, THERE ARE MORE THAN 100 LAKES IN ORLANDO. This provides unlimited opportunities for picturesque picnics, leisurely strolls, biking, boating, watersports and more. The following neighborhoods are known for their lakefront living and recreational opportunities. Come, dive on in and take a tour with us.

Waterfront

A view of Winter Park’s Scenic Boat Tour.

Winter Park: Considered one of the best places to live in Central Florida, Winter Park offers an urban and suburban feel at the same time. Most residents own their homes, and the area draws everyone from young urban professionals to families to students (at Rollins College) to retirees. Read more.

Looking northeast, Dr Phillips is bordered by Universal Studios Orlando and Interstate 4.

Dr. Phillips: Although it’s considered a dense suburban environment, Doctor Phillips is just minutes away from Orlando’s resort corridor and half an hour to both downtown Orlando and the Orlando International Airport. It is defined by its elegant estates and golf courses and is within a stone’s throw of Sand Lake Road’s luxury spas and fitness studios. Many families move to the Dr. Phillips area on the reputation of its public schools alone. Read more.

Old/New

Sanford: An enchanting merge of the old and new, Sanford’s community embraces its beautifully preserved buildings and the serene waterfront of Lake Monroe, adjacent to its sleepy main street. Read more.

College Park: Five minutes (or less) from downtown Orlando, College Park is a neighborhood where small-town charm meets urban accessibility. With tree-lined brick streets, picturesque lakes and a proud sense of community, College Park offers a vibrant lifestyle rooted in rich history and a forward-looking spirit. Read more.

Traditional Town Planned With A Large Lake Feature

Baldwin Park: Formerly the Orlando Naval Training Center (ONTC), which was closed in 1993, Baldwin Park is now a dynamic, mixed-use community. Read more.

Lake Nona: Technology, nature, wellness and modern living converge at Lake Nona, a suburb of Orlando that’s just a short drive from the airport. Read more.

Celebration The Walt Disney Company founded The Celebration Company (a mere 5 miles from Walt Disney World), a positive community that celebrates a better way to live. Read more.

Luxury

Bella Collina: Tucked away among the rolling hills and sparkling lakes of Lake County, Bella Collina stands as one of the region’s most coveted rural residential communities. Read more.

Isleworth: Isleworth spans 600 acres along the Butler Chain of Lakes. This prestigious (and expensive) gated community offers an unparalleled blend of natural beauty, world-class amenities and architectural elegance. Read more.

Disney Golden Oak: Imagine living just minutes from Magic Kingdom® Park, where the magic of Disney isn’t something you visit—it’s something you come home to. Read more.

Lake Markham: Imagine living just minutes from Magic Kingdom® Park, where the magic of Disney isn’t something you visit—it’s something you come home to. Read more.

Master Planned

Hamlin: Located in Horizon West, just a stone’s throw from the magic of Walt Disney World, Hamlin is where modern living meets Florida charm—with a juicy backstory to match. Read more.

East Port: Welcome to Eastport, the latest gem in The Villages^©, Central Florida’s iconic 55+ community where the good times don’t retire, they just get better. Read more.

Everbe: Just minutes from major expressways and activity hubs, EverBe is one of Central Florida’s most exciting new communities—bringing together thoughtful design, natural beauty and urban convenience in one inviting package.