Hamlin Reserve vs Serenade at Ovation
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $521K | $446K |
| Price per sq ft | $239 | $254 |
| Avg days on market | 58 days | 76 days |
| Months of supply | 1.7 mo | 1.1 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 28 | 54 |
The verdict
Hamlin Reserve carries the higher median price — about 17% above Serenade at Ovation. Homes in Hamlin Reserve sell faster (58 days on market vs 76). Serenade at Ovation is the tighter market on inventory (1.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Orange County, FL | Orange County, FL |
| City / area | Winter Garden | Winter Garden |
| ZIP | 34787 | 34787 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 15 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 20 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 5 |
| Under contract | 0 | 11 |
| Asking prices today | $549K to $899K | $524K to $569K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 4 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hamlin Reserve homes for sale · Serenade at Ovation homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 250 | 20 |
| Built | 2016–2020 (median 2018) | 2024–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 2,148 sq ft | 1,720 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 63% | 14% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 39 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Hamlin Reserve median | Serenade at Ovation median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $545K (16 sales) | $560K (3 sales) |
| 2025 | $535K (13 sales) | $435K (68 sales) |
| 2026 | $502K (25 sales) | $452K (47 sales) |
Since 2024, Hamlin Reserve's median sale price is -8% and Serenade at Ovation's is -19% — Hamlin Reserve has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.2% | 97.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 100% |
| Typical sold home | 1,979 sq ft | 1,729 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Hamlin Reserve | Serenade at Ovation | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Independence Elementary | Water Spring Elementary |
| Middle | Bridgewater Middle | Water Spring Middle |
| High school | Horizon High School | Horizon High School |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Serenade at Ovation is the lower entry point (median $446K vs $521K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Serenade at Ovation; Hamlin Reserve trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Hamlin Reserve (58 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Hamlin Reserve more expensive than Serenade at Ovation?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Hamlin Reserve is $521,000 versus $446,000 in Serenade at Ovation, about 17% higher.
Which has newer homes, Hamlin Reserve or Serenade at Ovation?
Serenade at Ovation: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 2018 in Hamlin Reserve (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Hamlin Reserve. The typical home there is 2,148 sq ft of living area, versus 1,720 sq ft in Serenade at Ovation.
Which has appreciated more, Hamlin Reserve or Serenade at Ovation?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -8% in Hamlin Reserve and -19% in Serenade at Ovation (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Serenade at Ovation — sellers there received 97.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.2% in Hamlin Reserve.
What high schools serve Hamlin Reserve and Serenade at Ovation?
Listings in Hamlin Reserve most often report Horizon High School; listings in Serenade at Ovation report Horizon High School. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hamlin Reserve homes, photos & schools · Serenade at Ovation homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.