Indian Wells vs Island Village at Celebration
Two Osceola communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $332K | $724K |
| Price per sq ft | $248 | $346 |
| Avg days on market | 95 days | 152 days |
| Months of supply | 4.0 mo | 2.6 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 30 | 69 |
The verdict
Island Village at Celebration carries the higher median price — about 118% above Indian Wells. Homes in Indian Wells sell faster (95 days on market vs 152). Island Village at Celebration is the tighter market on inventory (2.6 months of supply).
Where each one is
Indian Wells and Island Village at Celebration are about 7 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Osceola County.
| Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Osceola County, FL | Osceola County, FL |
| City / area | Kissimmee | Celebration |
| ZIP | 34741, 34746 | 34747 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 86% of 14 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 96% of 25 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
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
| Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 15 |
| Under contract | 0 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $320K to $440K | $549K to $1.07M |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 8 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Indian Wells homes for sale · Island Village at Celebration homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 287 | 398 |
| Built | 1987–2010 (median 1991) | 1996–2024 (median 2001) |
| Typical living area | 1,636 sq ft | 2,944 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 52% | 46% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 55 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Indian Wells median | Island Village at Celebration median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $295K (25 sales) | $718K (6 sales) |
| 2023 | $324K (14 sales) | $581K (12 sales) |
| 2024 | $335K (21 sales) | $1.25M (43 sales) |
| 2025 | $335K (22 sales) | $867K (22 sales) |
| 2026 | $325K (25 sales) | $845K (73 sales) |
Since 2022, Indian Wells's median sale price is +10% and Island Village at Celebration's is +18% — Island Village at Celebration has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.3% | 97.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 75% |
| Typical sold home | 1,330 sq ft | 2,193 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
| Indian Wells | Island Village at Celebration | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Reedy Creek Elem (K 5) | Island Village Elementary School |
| Middle | Kissimmee Middle | Celebration K-8 |
| High school | Celebration High | Celebration High |
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, Indian Wells is the lower entry point (median $332K vs $724K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Island Village at Celebration; Indian Wells trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Indian Wells (95 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 Island Village at Celebration more expensive than Indian Wells?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Island Village at Celebration is $724,000 versus $332,000 in Indian Wells, about 118% higher.
How far apart are Indian Wells and Island Village at Celebration?
About 7 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Osceola County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Indian Wells or Island Village at Celebration?
Island Village at Celebration: its homes were built 1996–2024 with a median year of 2001, versus a median of 1991 in Indian Wells (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Island Village at Celebration. The typical home there is 2,944 sq ft of living area, versus 1,636 sq ft in Indian Wells.
Which has appreciated more, Indian Wells or Island Village at Celebration?
From 2022 to 2026 the median sale price rose 10% in Indian Wells and 18% in Island Village at Celebration (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Island Village at Celebration — sellers there received 97.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.3% in Indian Wells.
What high schools serve Indian Wells and Island Village at Celebration?
Listings in Indian Wells most often report Celebration High; listings in Island Village at Celebration report Celebration High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Indian Wells homes, photos & schools · Island Village at Celebration homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.