How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Surrey Ridge, Orlando
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In Surrey Ridge: Top Realtors & Agents, recent sales run a median of about $340,000 ($278/sq ft), typically closing in about 132 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Surrey Ridge: Top Realtors & Agents agent from an average one.
Surrey Ridge recorded 8 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $340,000, averaging 132 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers how to find the top realtors in Surrey Ridge, what makes a great Surrey Ridge real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Surrey Ridge market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Surrey Ridge neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
Top realtors in Surrey Ridge: what “top Surrey Ridge real estate agents” actually means
The best Surrey Ridge agents share four things: local sales experience (they’ve actually closed deals here), pricing accuracy built on real comps, marketing that reaches the right buyers, and negotiation that protects your money. In Surrey Ridge, homes can take time to sell (a median of 132 days on market), so marketing reach and negotiation make the difference.
That local nuance is why a Surrey Ridge specialist beats a generalist: they know the streets, the HOAs, the school zones, and what buyers here will and won’t pay for. New to the process? Start with what a real estate agent actually does.
Recent market activity in Surrey Ridge
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Surrey Ridge (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-01):
Market read: Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data). Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Surrey Ridge
Real homes recently closed in Surrey Ridge — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 9945 Triple Crown Circle | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,209 sqft · closed 2026-07-31 | $365,000 |
| 9826 Surrey Ridge Road | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,473 sqft · closed 2026-04-30 | $273,000 |
| 2111 Churchill Downs Circle | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,254 sqft · closed 2026-03-31 | $355,000 |
| 2200 Kentucky Derby Drive | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,233 sqft · closed 2026-02-19 | $355,000 |
| 2210 Kentucky Derby Drive | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,248 sqft · closed 2025-12-04 | $325,000 |
| 9922 Surrey Ridge Road | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,168 sqft · closed 2025-09-24 | $360,000 |
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where Surrey Ridge sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 19 recorded Surrey Ridge closings since 2024, half landed between $350,000 and $381,450 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $273,000 and the highest $390,000. If your home sits outside the middle band, the reason usually shows up in the size table below before it shows up in condition.
| Sold price band | Share of closings | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Under $325,000 | 2 (11%) | |
| $325,000 – $350,000 | 2 (11%) | |
| $350,000 – $375,000 | 9 (47%) | |
| $375,000 – $400,000 | 6 (32%) | |
| None and up | 0 (0%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in Surrey Ridge
The same recorded closings, split into thirds by living area. Find the row your home falls in: the $/sqft figure times your square footage is the recorded-sales bracket for homes like yours here — a starting range from real closings, not a valuation of your specific property. Smaller homes here have been selling at a higher price per square foot than larger ones ($301 vs $283) — the usual pattern, since lot, kitchen and baths do not scale with floor area.
| Size group | Median $/sqft | Median sold | Sold range | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller homes 1,159–1,202 sq ft | $301 | $359,500 | $318,000 – $362,000 | 6 |
| Mid-size homes 1,202–1,248 sq ft | $290 | $352,500 | $325,000 – $390,000 | 6 |
| Larger homes 1,254–1,473 sq ft | $283 | $383,000 | $273,000 – $390,000 | 7 |
How Surrey Ridge compares to its neighbors
Pricing a home means knowing the alternatives buyers are weighing. The five nearest tracked communities, side by side:
| Community | Median | $/sq ft | DOM | Momentum Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surrey Ridge | $340,000 | $278 | 132 d | 51 |
| VILLAS/CYPRESS SPGS | $352,000 | $193 | 198 d | 48 |
| CYPRESS MEADOWS | $335,000 | $269 | – | 50 |
| REGAL PARK | $460,000 | $224 | – | 53 |
| SAVINA PARK | $585,000 | $221 | 17 d | 52 |
| CYPRESS BEND | $468,000 | $204 | 28 d | 56 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-01.
The Surrey Ridge housing stock, from the live feed
From the live MLS feed as of 2026-10-01: The homes listed or recently sold were built between 1987 and 1989 (median 1987); 9 of 10 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $33/mo; none of the 10 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sits in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 76 ft); the features listings here most often name are Pool, Tennis Court(s) and Street Lights. See the current Surrey Ridge listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Orange County has fallen over the past year (-5%). About 28% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. Surrey Ridge itself has appreciated about 0% over the period Momentum’s MLS data tracks — a community-level trend, not the county average. A strong local agent will reconcile these numbers with what is happening on your exact street before recommending a price.
What it costs to own in Surrey Ridge
On a median-priced Surrey Ridge home ($340,000), property taxes at Orange County’s typical millage of 16.6738 run roughly $4,835 a year with the homestead exemption applied — before any CDD or special-district charges, which vary by community.
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Orange County is about $1,409 a year (April 2026 filings); private-market quotes differ, and a good agent will tell you which carriers are actually writing here.
Run the real numbers before you commit: what selling nets you, whether your Save Our Homes benefit moves with you, and rent vs buy in Orange County.
At Surrey Ridge’s $340,000 median and Orange County’s adopted 16.67 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $5,670 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $5,000 with the full Florida homestead exemption — a buyer’s first-year figure; a long-time owner’s Save Our Homes cap can be far lower, which is one reason resale taxes jump at closing. Municipal and special-district millage varies inside the county; see the Orange County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Orange County sits near $1,940 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 0.7% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 5.81% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 5.2x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in Surrey Ridge, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Orange County, and what they earn
The county lost a net 9,037 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $66,457 in income versus $61,323 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn more than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are NY, CA, NJ. Median household income in Orange County has grown about 42% since 2018 ($77,011 now). Population is up about 9% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in Surrey Ridge is actually pointing, not just where prices have been.
Sources: IRS SOI county-to-county migration; U.S. Census income and population estimates. County-level data for context; community demand varies within the county.
School context you can verify: the Orange County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2024. Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district.
1 for sale — the inventory any agent you interview should already know street by street.
See every 2 listing, with full data ›
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings shown as of 2026-10-01; prices and availability change.
Roads, retail, schools and new construction change what homes in Surrey Ridge, Orlando are worth. Ask any agent you interview about the projects below — how they answer tells you whether they actually work this area. Last updated October 2026.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority held public meetings on Sept. 16 and 17 for a 14-mile road from State Road 417 near Boggy Creek Road in Orange County to Nova Road in Osceola County. CFX says portions could begin construction next year and that the road would ease traffic on Narcoossee Road. The agency faces a legal challenge from Orange County and is pursuing an eminent domain case.
Why it matters If built, the road would add a new east-west route between Lake Nona and St. Cloud, changing commute options and access to east Orange and Osceola land. The site is about 10 miles south of Surrey Ridge.
Source: Spectrum News 13 ›Capstone Building Corp began construction on The Gateway, a 270-unit apartment community at 7250 Shadowridge Drive in Orlando, developed by JBL Development. The five-story gated project spans more than 417,000 square feet and is expected to be completed in late 2027. Amenities include a saltwater pool, fitness center, pickleball court, and a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.
Why it matters Adds 270 market rate apartments in a five story building with resort style amenities, expanding the local rental housing stock in the Airport Lakes area of south Orlando. The project is about 8 miles southwest of Surrey Ridge, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Construction Owners ›Orange County opened The Enclave at Canopy Park, a 104-unit affordable apartment community at 4440 Canopy Park Loop developed by Archway Partners. The county contributed 3 million dollars from its Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The community includes one and two bedroom homes plus a community center, fitness center, technology lab, and EV charging.
Why it matters Adds 104 income-restricted apartment homes to the local rental supply along with new community amenities and green-certified construction. The project is about 10 miles west of Surrey Ridge, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: ClickOrlando ›A redesigned 17-story mixed-use high-rise was proposed for 924 and 934 North Magnolia Avenue in Orlando's North Quarter district by Acram Group. The project would include 350 residential units, about 3,300 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, and a parking garage with 510 spaces, replacing two 1972 office buildings. A public plaza is planned at the corner of Magnolia and Weber Street.
Why it matters Would replace two aging office buildings with 350 residences, ground floor retail, and structured parking, adding housing density and a public plaza along the Orlando Urban Trail. The project is about 9 miles west of Surrey Ridge, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Florida YIMBY ›Orlando's Municipal Planning Board voted to approve a Planned Development amendment for a 37-story, 425-foot mixed-use tower at 170 East Washington Street across from Lake Eola Park. The project would include 252 residential units, a 221-room hotel, a three-story restaurant, and structured parking. It still requires City Council consideration before construction.
Why it matters Would add a 37 story tower with 252 residences and a hotel to the downtown skyline, replacing a prior approval for a 7 story hotel and increasing high density housing and parking supply. The project is about 8 miles west of Surrey Ridge, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Florida YIMBY ›Orlando approved the Dowden Central Community Development District, a roughly 380-acre district in the Lake Nona area of southeast Orlando, in March 2026. The district provides the framework to build roads, drainage, utilities, and parks for future development phases.
Why it matters A new community development district lays the groundwork for large-scale growth in the Lake Nona area, a step that typically precedes new housing and commercial activity nearby. The site is about 10 miles south of Surrey Ridge.
Source: ClickOrlando ›Full Surrey Ridge, Orlando news timeline & guide ›
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown; details and timelines can change. General observation, not investment advice.
If you’re buying in Surrey Ridge
Time is on your side in Surrey Ridge right now. Tour aggressively, compare concessions — rate buydowns and credits often beat a small price cut — and let your agent use days-on-market as negotiating leverage. Every price cut on a listing is information.
If you’re selling in Surrey Ridge
Selling into a slower Surrey Ridge market means prep and pricing are the whole game. Interview agents on their marketing reach beyond the MLS, their plan for the first 14 days, and what they would do at day 45 if showings stall. The wrong list price costs more than any commission difference.
Questions to ask before you hire a Surrey Ridge agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Surrey Ridge in the last year — the community recorded 8?
- How would you price my home against the $278 per square foot Surrey Ridge closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- Homes here have been taking about 132 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- With about 3 months of supply in Surrey Ridge, is this a market where you would advise me to negotiate or hold firm?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in Surrey Ridge
Inside Surrey Ridge itself, recorded closings have run from $301 per square foot on the smaller homes to $283 on the larger ones — a gap of 6% that a community average hides. An agent who prices from the size table above, not the headline median, is the difference between a home that lingers and one that sells for more, faster.
Top listing agents vs. buyer’s agents in Surrey Ridge
If you’re selling in Surrey Ridge, a top listing agent’s pricing, staging, and marketing are what win top dollar — the same skills behind a strong home sale. If you’re buying, a sharp buyer’s agent protects you in negotiation and inspections. The best Surrey Ridge Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Momentum’s record in Surrey Ridge
Momentum Realty is a Northeast Florida brokerage; we do not list homes in ORLANDO ourselves. When you ask us for an agent here we match you with a vetted local agent from our referral network — one whose own closed sales are in ORLANDO — and we only get paid if you close, so the match has to be right. The market numbers on this page are what we would check that agent against.
Meet your local expert
Brittany co-founded Momentum Realty, a RealTrends 500 brokerage (ranked #440 in the U.S.) with 320+ agents and $3.5B+ in closed sales across Florida. Tell her what you’re looking for and she’ll connect you with the right local Momentum specialist — and make sure you’re taken care of from first call to closing.
“I have now worked with Brittany and the Brooks Group / Momentum Realty to both buy and sell a property over the past 3 years. I had an outstanding experience.” — A. Lloyd, Zillow
Related Surrey Ridge resources
- Homes for sale & Surrey Ridge neighborhood guide
- Orange County real estate market
- Sell your Surrey Ridge home with a local expert
- Orange County homestead exemption
Common questions
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Surrey Ridge, as of 2026-10-01, and will change over time. This is general guidance on how to choose an agent, not a ranking or endorsement of any individual. Equal Housing Opportunity.