Hamlin Reserve vs SIGNATURE LAKES
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-18.
| Metric | Hamlin Reserve | SIGNATURE LAKES |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $521K | $520K |
| Price per sq ft | $239 | $249 |
| Avg days on market | 58 days | 90 days |
| Months of supply | 1.7 mo | 0.8 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Seller's Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 28 | 31 |
The verdict
Hamlin Reserve carries the higher median price — about 0% above SIGNATURE LAKES. Homes in Hamlin Reserve sell faster (58 days on market vs 90). SIGNATURE LAKES is the tighter market on inventory (0.8 months of supply).
What is for sale today
| Hamlin Reserve | SIGNATURE LAKES | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 2 |
| Under contract | 0 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $549K to $899K | $370K to $375K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hamlin Reserve homes for sale · SIGNATURE LAKES homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hamlin Reserve | SIGNATURE LAKES | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 250 | 102 |
| Built | 2016–2020 (median 2018) | 2006–2023 (median 2011.0) |
| Typical living area | 2,148 sq ft | 3,314 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 63% | 59% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 2 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Hamlin Reserve median | SIGNATURE LAKES median |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $257K (22 sales) | $247K (25 sales) |
| 2018 | $320K (14 sales) | $310K (5 sales) |
| 2021 | $502K (11 sales) | $407K (9 sales) |
| 2022 | $565K (19 sales) | $522K (33 sales) |
| 2023 | $540K (10 sales) | $540K (13 sales) |
| 2024 | $545K (16 sales) | $452K (18 sales) |
| 2025 | $535K (13 sales) | $640K (24 sales) |
| 2026 | $502K (25 sales) | $542K (26 sales) |
Since 2017, Hamlin Reserve's median sale price is +96% and SIGNATURE LAKES's is +120% — SIGNATURE LAKES has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hamlin Reserve | SIGNATURE LAKES | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.2% | 96.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,979 sq ft | 2,426 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 30 (cold) | 41 (normal) |
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 | SIGNATURE LAKES | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Independence Elementary | Keene Crossing Elementary |
| Middle | Bridgewater Middle | Bridgewater Middle |
| High school | Horizon High School | Windermere 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, SIGNATURE LAKES is the lower entry point (median $520K 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 Hamlin Reserve; SIGNATURE LAKES 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 SIGNATURE LAKES?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Hamlin Reserve is $521,000 versus $520,000 in SIGNATURE LAKES, about 0% higher.
Which has newer homes, Hamlin Reserve or SIGNATURE LAKES?
Hamlin Reserve: its homes were built 2016–2020 with a median year of 2018, versus a median of 2011.0 in SIGNATURE LAKES (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
SIGNATURE LAKES. The typical home there is 3,314 sq ft of living area, versus 2,148 sq ft in Hamlin Reserve.
Which has appreciated more, Hamlin Reserve or SIGNATURE LAKES?
From 2017 to 2026 the median sale price rose 96% in Hamlin Reserve and 120% in SIGNATURE LAKES (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve Hamlin Reserve and SIGNATURE LAKES?
Listings in Hamlin Reserve most often report Horizon High School; listings in SIGNATURE LAKES report Windermere High School. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hamlin Reserve homes, photos & schools · SIGNATURE LAKES homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.