Whisper Lakes vs Wyndham Lakes Estates
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $397K | $475K |
| Price per sq ft | $237 | $208 |
| Avg days on market | 62 days | 41 days |
| Months of supply | 3.3 mo | 5.2 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 36 | 53 |
The verdict
Wyndham Lakes Estates carries the higher median price — about 20% above Whisper Lakes. Homes in Wyndham Lakes Estates sell faster (41 days on market vs 62). Whisper Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (3.3 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Orange County, FL | Orange County, FL |
| City / area | Orlando | Orlando |
| ZIP | 32837 | 32824 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 19 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 91% of 32 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
| Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 23 |
| Under contract | 1 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $247K to $460K | $320K to $700K |
| Property types listed | Half Duplex, Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Whisper Lakes homes for sale · Wyndham Lakes Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 254 | 781 |
| Built | 1986–1995 (median 1989) | 2006–2018 (median 2011) |
| Typical living area | 1,324 sq ft | 2,061 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 66% | 60% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Whisper Lakes median | Wyndham Lakes Estates median |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $150K (17 sales) | $220K (4 sales) |
| 2015 | $165K (23 sales) | $235K (44 sales) |
| 2016 | $170K (48 sales) | $258K (82 sales) |
| 2017 | $197K (25 sales) | $270K (63 sales) |
| 2018 | $231K (4 sales) | $268K (4 sales) |
| 2021 | $305K (13 sales) | $365K (23 sales) |
| 2022 | $314K (30 sales) | $399K (71 sales) |
| 2023 | $350K (12 sales) | $415K (17 sales) |
| 2024 | $350K (31 sales) | $410K (43 sales) |
| 2025 | $395K (21 sales) | $438K (36 sales) |
| 2026 | $353K (32 sales) | $439K (39 sales) |
Since 2014, Whisper Lakes's median sale price is +136% and Wyndham Lakes Estates's is +99% — Whisper Lakes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.3% | 97.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,443 sq ft | 2,245 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 43 (normal) | 55 (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
| Whisper Lakes | Wyndham Lakes Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Waterbridge Elem | Wyndham Lakes Elementary |
| Middle | Freedom Middle | South Creek Middle |
| High school | Freedom High School | Cypress Creek 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, Whisper Lakes is the lower entry point (median $397K vs $475K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Wyndham Lakes Estates; Whisper Lakes trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Wyndham Lakes Estates (41 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 Wyndham Lakes Estates more expensive than Whisper Lakes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Wyndham Lakes Estates is $475,000 versus $397,000 in Whisper Lakes, about 20% higher.
Which has newer homes, Whisper Lakes or Wyndham Lakes Estates?
Wyndham Lakes Estates: its homes were built 2006–2018 with a median year of 2011, versus a median of 1989 in Whisper Lakes (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Wyndham Lakes Estates. The typical home there is 2,061 sq ft of living area, versus 1,324 sq ft in Whisper Lakes.
Which has appreciated more, Whisper Lakes or Wyndham Lakes Estates?
From 2014 to 2026 the median sale price rose 136% in Whisper Lakes and 99% in Wyndham Lakes Estates (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Whisper Lakes — sellers there received 98.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 97.6% in Wyndham Lakes Estates.
What high schools serve Whisper Lakes and Wyndham Lakes Estates?
Listings in Whisper Lakes most often report Freedom High School; listings in Wyndham Lakes Estates report Cypress Creek High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Whisper Lakes homes, photos & schools · Wyndham Lakes Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.