Signature Lakes vs Stoneybrook West
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-14.
| Metric | Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $520K | $628K |
| Price per sq ft | $240 | $229 |
| Avg days on market | 61 days | 65 days |
| Months of supply | 1.2 mo | 2.1 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market (limited data) | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 29 | 29 |
The verdict
Stoneybrook West carries the higher median price — about 21% above Signature Lakes. Homes in Signature Lakes sell faster (61 days on market vs 65). Signature Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
Signature Lakes and Stoneybrook West are about 4 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Orange County.
| Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Orange County, FL | Orange County, FL |
| City / area | Winter Garden | Winter Garden |
| ZIP | 34786, 34787 | 34787 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 16 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 16 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
| Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 3 | 5 |
| Under contract | 2 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $375K to $4.3M | $368K to $800K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Signature Lakes homes for sale · Stoneybrook West homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 102 | 301 |
| Built | 2006–2023 (median 2011) | 2000–2009 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 3,314 sq ft | 2,600 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 59% | 84% |
| Vacant lots | 2 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Signature Lakes median | Stoneybrook West median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $160K (19 sales) | $236K (10 sales) |
| 2013 | $266K (31 sales) | $255K (10 sales) |
| 2014 | $223K (28 sales) | $259K (33 sales) |
| 2015 | $231K (16 sales) | $308K (29 sales) |
| 2016 | $259K (33 sales) | $285K (25 sales) |
| 2017 | $247K (25 sales) | $327K (23 sales) |
| 2021 | $407K (9 sales) | $448K (14 sales) |
| 2022 | $526K (34 sales) | $517K (34 sales) |
| 2023 | $525K (12 sales) | $550K (13 sales) |
| 2024 | $455K (19 sales) | $580K (23 sales) |
| 2025 | $600K (25 sales) | $600K (27 sales) |
| 2026 | $564K (24 sales) | $600K (26 sales) |
Since 2012, Signature Lakes's median sale price is +252% and Stoneybrook West's is +154% — Signature Lakes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.4% | 96.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,562 sq ft | 2,613 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 42 (normal) | 32 (cold) |
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
| Signature Lakes | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Keene Crossing Elementary | Whispering Oak Elem |
| Middle | Bridgewater Middle | Sunridge Middle |
| High school | Windermere High School | West Orange 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, Signature Lakes is the lower entry point (median $520K vs $628K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Signature Lakes; Stoneybrook West trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Signature Lakes (61 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 Stoneybrook West more expensive than Signature Lakes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Stoneybrook West is $628,000 versus $520,000 in Signature Lakes, about 21% higher.
How far apart are Signature Lakes and Stoneybrook West?
About 4 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Orange County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Signature Lakes or Stoneybrook West?
Signature Lakes: its homes were built 2006–2023 with a median year of 2011, versus a median of 2004 in Stoneybrook West (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Signature Lakes. The typical home there is 3,314 sq ft of living area, versus 2,600 sq ft in Stoneybrook West.
Which has appreciated more, Signature Lakes or Stoneybrook West?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 252% in Signature Lakes and 154% in Stoneybrook West (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve Signature Lakes and Stoneybrook West?
Listings in Signature Lakes most often report Windermere High School; listings in Stoneybrook West report West Orange High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Signature Lakes homes, photos & schools · Stoneybrook West homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.