Reserve at Sawgrass vs Southchase
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $512K | $385K |
| Price per sq ft | $217 | n/a |
| Avg days on market | 46 days | n/a |
| Months of supply | 2.9 mo | 0 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 25 | 0 |
The verdict
Reserve at Sawgrass carries the higher median price — about 33% above Southchase.
Where each one is
Reserve at Sawgrass and Southchase are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Orange County.
| Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Orange County, FL | Orange County, FL |
| City / area | Orlando | Orlando |
| ZIP | 32824 | 32824, 32837 |
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
| Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 6 | 0 |
| Under contract | 0 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | - |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Reserve at Sawgrass homes for sale · Southchase homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 391 | 142 |
| Built | 2014–2021 (median 2017) | 1990–2022 (median 1992) |
| Typical living area | 2,651 sq ft | 1,632 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 83% | 72% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Reserve at Sawgrass median | Southchase median |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $295K (7 sales) | $155K (22 sales) |
| 2015 | $286K (6 sales) | $178K (41 sales) |
| 2016 | $297K (23 sales) | $192K (46 sales) |
| 2017 | $326K (22 sales) | $210K (36 sales) |
| 2019 | $348K (4 sales) | $228K (6 sales) |
| 2023 | $600K (3 sales) | $390K (13 sales) |
| 2026 | $549K (4 sales) | $385K (27 sales) |
Since 2014, Reserve at Sawgrass's median sale price is +86% and Southchase's is +148% — Southchase has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 99.9% | 97.9% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,484 sq ft | 1,669 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
| Reserve at Sawgrass | Southchase | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Wetherbee Elementary School | not reported |
| Middle | South Creek Middle | not reported |
| High school | Cypress Creek High | not reported |
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, Southchase is the lower entry point (median $385K vs $512K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Reserve at Sawgrass; Southchase trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots.
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 Reserve at Sawgrass more expensive than Southchase?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Reserve at Sawgrass is $512,000 versus $385,000 in Southchase, about 33% higher.
How far apart are Reserve at Sawgrass and Southchase?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Orange County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Reserve at Sawgrass or Southchase?
Reserve at Sawgrass: its homes were built 2014–2021 with a median year of 2017, versus a median of 1992 in Southchase (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Reserve at Sawgrass. The typical home there is 2,651 sq ft of living area, versus 1,632 sq ft in Southchase.
Which has appreciated more, Reserve at Sawgrass or Southchase?
From 2014 to 2026 the median sale price rose 86% in Reserve at Sawgrass and 148% in Southchase (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Reserve at Sawgrass — sellers there received 99.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 97.9% in Southchase.
Go deeper on each: Reserve at Sawgrass homes, photos & schools · Southchase homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.