OFM_TopTowns_0625 - CENTRA - FINAL_Layout 1 5 / 8 / 25 12 : 59 PM Page 2 Clermont is nicknamed the “ Choice of Champi - ons , ” as the National Training Center is the des - BY THE Numbers ignated training ground of many professional Zillow Percentage Median Municipality athletes . It is also known for its rolling hills and Home Value Change in the Household * * * ( in alphabetical order ) Index * Past Year Income Sugarloaf Mountain , which are anomalous parts of Florida’s characteristic geography . Clermont is ALAFAYA $ 463,287 ? 0.9 % $ 98,289 also home to several citrus - themed attractions — APOPKA $ 396,415 ? 1.5 % $ 95,703 the industry that developed the city into what it is today — including the Florida Citrus Tower BALDWIN PARK $ 782,994 ? 1.6 % $ 158,774 and local citrus groves . CELEBRATION $ 392,050 ? 1.2 % $ 97,654 COLLEGE PARK CLERMONT $ 429,830 ? 0.7 % $ 79,789 Professionals thrive in College Park , with its COLLEGE PARK $ 528,523 ? 0.4 % $ 131,017 abundant opportunities and culture . The neigh - DELANEY PARK $ 763,269 ? 1.2 % $ 128,293 borhood was once home to writer Jack Kerouac , which inspired The Jack Kerouac Writers in Res - DR . PHILLIPS $ 546,699 ? 0.6 % $ 101,540 idence Project of Orlando , Inc . , located at his GOTHA $ 502,590 ? 0.9 % $ 181,645 former residence . The nonprofit gives writers the HORIZON WEST N / A N / A $ 123,586 opportunity to live in the house for three months to work on their projects , making College Park a HUNTERS CREEK $ 484,912 ? 0.7 % $ 99,942 literary destination . Fittingly , many of the locations LAKE NONA $ 675,111 ? 0.1 % $ 138,328 here are named after famous U.S . universities . MAITLAND $ 482,124 ? 0.8 % $ 93,318 DELANEY PARK METRO WEST $ 233,346 ? 6.7 % $ 65,458 Delaney Park is a serene community that offers a MINNEOLA $ 392,050 ? 1.2 % $ 102,968 nearby escape from the bustling downtown areas . Surrounded by greenery and picturesque outdoor MONTVERDE $ 624,724 ? 0.6 % $ 103,250 spaces , the area is also known for its nostalgic OAKLAND $ 559,764 ? 1.2 % $ 142,917 charm as one of the oldest local neighborhoods . OCOEE $ 423,442 ? 0.7 % $ 93,292 It is the optimal place to search for hidden gems on a leisurely stroll , but its proximity to acclaimed WINDERMERE $ 707,768 ? 0.5 % $ 156,042 performing arts venues like the Dr . Phillips Center WINTER GARDEN $ 578,274 ? 0.8 % $ 106,371 for the Performing Arts and Kia Center can trans - WINTER PARK $ 462,497 ? 0.4 % $ 98,076 form any average day into an exceptional one . * Information gathered from Zillow’s online real estate marketplace DR . PHILLIPS * * Information gathered from the U.S . Census Bureau and Niche.com Bordering Universal Orlando Resort , Dr . Phillips history with modernization to create its distinctive is brimming with sophistication . The upscale , THE TOWNS culture . It is known for its walkability that extends metropolitan community is home to luxury ALAFAYA to a vibrant downtown area and lakeside parks . shops , dining , spas and golf clubs . Restaurant Located conveniently close to the University of The community’s development is crafted with Row is particularly popular among residents , al - Central Florida , Alafaya’s Waterford Lakes neigh - the full range of its citizens ’ demographics in lowing the opportunity to taste new gourmet borhood is considered one of the best places to mind , guaranteeing both residential and commercial fareevery visit . These urban features are juxtaposed live in Central Florida . Its family - friendly parks , bliss . Especially with summer right around the with Dr . Phillips ’ beautiful lakes — which are walking paths and atmosphere make it a great lo - corner , this community - centric town is the perfect perfect for water activities . cation for kids and pets . Living in Alafaya allows place to enjoy outdoor concerts , festivals and GOTHA residents to experience the best of both worlds similar events . with a major metropolitan area nearby and a Characteristicallya rural landscape centered upon CELEBRATION tight - knit community feel at home . horticulture , Gotha is a charming community With its name as an indication , entertainment with German culture and history . The Palm APOPKA and excitement are pivotal attributes of Celebration . CottageGardens , or the historic Henry Nehrling Apopka is ideal for those who wish to immerse After all , its creation and design were both influ - Estate , is famous for being the first experimental m themselvesin the beautiful environment for which encedand kick - started by the Walt Disney Com - botanicalgarden in the state , which led to the ck.coin - Florida is known . Whether residents enjoy hiking , pany — distinguishable by its delightful aesthetic . troduction of now - essential Floridian flora . ersto observing wildlife or kayaking , there are ample Thiscommunity is right around the corner huttfrom HORIZON SWEST opportunitiesto explore favored activities and try Orlando’s major parks and museums which rep - ain / newones . Traverse through Lake Apopka Wildlife resent an extensive variety . At the Celebration Horizon West is divided into six “ villages , ” in C ian Drive to catch a sight of native birds , alligators Town Center , residents can enjoy an array of which each community contains a Jillcentralized by and turtles , or take a journey through one of the shops and dining options , as well as seasonal commercial space . The thoughtfully designed oto many parks , lakes , gardens or trails . events and a farmer’s market every Sunday . master plan also includes a larger phcommunity rk center for the entire area . Due to its Paextremely in BALDWIN PARK CLERMONT close proximity to Disney’s Magic Kingdom , aldw Asa former military base , Baldwin Park synthesizes A sanctuary for fitness and sports enthusiasts , residents can view its firework displays from Bthe ORLANDOFAMILYMAGAZINE.COM june 2025 ORLANDO FAMILY 35