Hillandale vs Orchid Lake Village
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-29.
| Metric | Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $243K | $322K |
| Price per sq ft | $194 | $190 |
| Avg days on market | 122 days | 210 days |
| Months of supply | 4.3 mo | 1.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 28 | 35 |
The verdict
Orchid Lake Village carries the higher median price — about 33% above Hillandale. Homes in Hillandale sell faster (122 days on market vs 210). Orchid Lake Village is the tighter market on inventory (1.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | New Port Richey | Port Richey |
| ZIP | 34653 | 34653, 34667, 34668 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 10 sampled homes outside a flood zone | not enough parcels sampled |
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
| Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 3 |
| Under contract | 0 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $239K to $315K | $275K to $320K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hillandale homes for sale · Orchid Lake Village homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 283 | 149 |
| Built | 1972–2004 (median 1974) | 1979–2002 (median 1985) |
| Typical living area | 1,526 sq ft | 1,908 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 53% | 74% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Hillandale median | Orchid Lake Village median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $54K (7 sales) | $75K (3 sales) |
| 2014 | $43K (13 sales) | $80K (8 sales) |
| 2015 | $58K (13 sales) | $124K (43 sales) |
| 2016 | $57K (19 sales) | $138K (47 sales) |
| 2017 | $80K (17 sales) | $145K (39 sales) |
| 2018 | $102K (8 sales) | $170K (11 sales) |
| 2019 | $115K (6 sales) | $152K (11 sales) |
| 2021 | $214K (6 sales) | $255K (18 sales) |
| 2022 | $232K (33 sales) | $295K (51 sales) |
| 2023 | $247K (14 sales) | $325K (17 sales) |
| 2024 | $234K (22 sales) | $350K (30 sales) |
| 2025 | $230K (23 sales) | $330K (38 sales) |
| 2026 | $240K (27 sales) | $320K (31 sales) |
Since 2012, Hillandale's median sale price is +341% and Orchid Lake Village's is +327% — Hillandale has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 97.8% | 96.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,264 sq ft | 1,697 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 66 (hot) | 52 (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
| Hillandale | Orchid Lake Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Richey Elementary School | Calusa Elementary-Po |
| Middle | Gulf Middle-Po | Chasco Middle-Po |
| High school | Gulf High-Po | Gulf High-Po |
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, Hillandale is the lower entry point (median $243K vs $322K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Orchid Lake Village; Hillandale trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Hillandale (122 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 Orchid Lake Village more expensive than Hillandale?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Orchid Lake Village is $322,000 versus $243,000 in Hillandale, about 33% higher.
Which has newer homes, Hillandale or Orchid Lake Village?
Orchid Lake Village: its homes were built 1979–2002 with a median year of 1985, versus a median of 1974 in Hillandale (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Orchid Lake Village. The typical home there is 1,908 sq ft of living area, versus 1,526 sq ft in Hillandale.
Which has appreciated more, Hillandale or Orchid Lake Village?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 341% in Hillandale and 327% in Orchid Lake Village (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Hillandale — sellers there received 97.8% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.6% in Orchid Lake Village.
What high schools serve Hillandale and Orchid Lake Village?
Listings in Hillandale most often report Gulf High-Po; listings in Orchid Lake Village report Gulf High-Po. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hillandale homes, photos & schools · Orchid Lake Village homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.