DOVER CIRCLE
Homes for Sale in ORLANDO, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Dover Circle is a small, established pocket of Orlando housing stock built between 1983 and 1988, with a median living area of just 958 square feet. That size profile puts most of the community's homes at the smaller end of the resale market, which shapes both who buys here and what condition and updates matter most to value.
With only 1 active listing and a single closing in the most recent window, this is a low-volume market where the standard 12-month-supply reading has to be taken with caution - a handful of transactions can swing that number sharply. The current buyer-leaning posture reflects thin activity more than a clear trend, so pricing here is set deal by deal rather than by a deep run of comparable sales.
DOVER CIRCLE right now
🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of August 2, 2026. Confidence: Low (1 active and pending listings, 1 closed sales in 12 months).
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Updated August 2, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Dover Circle is a compact 1980s-built community of 43 homes in Orlando, Orange County, where limited turnover means each listing tends to set its own market rather than follow a broad pattern.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
The setting & the homes.
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Best for
- Buyers targeting a smaller living area at a lower overall price point
- Investors evaluating a non-homestead purchase in an established Orlando community
- Buyers willing to move decisively when the one available listing fits their needs
Probably not for
- Buyers who want to compare multiple active listings before deciding
- Buyers seeking dedicated community amenities, which none are identified here
- Buyers who need a larger living area than the community's modest median square footage
The market around DOVER CIRCLE
DOVER CIRCLE is a small community — 7 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32807, 114 homes are on the market and 35% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of ORLANDO.
Across Orange County, 5,873 homes are active and 2,054 pending (26% under contract).
The housing mix here is 79% half duplex, 12% single family residence, 8% villa.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not DOVER CIRCLE specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Housing distress & ownership in DOVER CIRCLE, ORLANDO
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in DOVER CIRCLE
Live MLS inventory for DOVER CIRCLE. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.
Active and pending DOVER CIRCLE listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.
DOVER CIRCLE on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.
Schools
- Orange County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Dover Shores Elem · Elementary
- Stonewall Jackson Middle · Middle
- Boone High · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent DOVER CIRCLE listings and can change; always confirm with Orange County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any DOVER CIRCLE address.
Recent Developments in Dover Circle
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Dover Circle, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- July 2026Development
Capstone begins construction on The Gateway luxury apartments
Capstone Building Corp began construction on The Gateway, a 270-unit apartment community at 7250 Shadowridge Drive in Orlando, developed by JBL Development. The five-story gated project spans more than 417,000 square feet and is expected to be completed in late 2027. Amenities include a saltwater pool, fitness center, pickleball court, and a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 270 market rate apartments in a five story building with resort style amenities, expanding the local rental housing stock in the Airport Lakes area of south Orlando. The project is about 7 miles south of Dover Circle, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Construction Owners - July 2026Development
Orange County opens Enclave at Canopy Park with 104 affordable units
Orange County opened The Enclave at Canopy Park, a 104-unit affordable apartment community at 4440 Canopy Park Loop developed by Archway Partners. The county contributed 3 million dollars from its Affordable Housing Trust Fund. The community includes one and two bedroom homes plus a community center, fitness center, technology lab, and EV charging.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 104 income-restricted apartment homes to the local rental supply along with new community amenities and green-certified construction. The project is about 6 miles southwest of Dover Circle, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: ClickOrlando - July 2026Civic
Orange County previews new Innovation Center on West Colonial Drive
Orange County previewed its new Innovation Center at 7149 West Colonial Drive, located within the county's Multicultural Center and Senior Center complex, with an official opening set for Fall 2026. The center will offer technology programs including 3D printing and makerspace prototyping through the Orange County Library System, plus career exploration and workforce training through CareerSource Central Florida.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a county operated civic and technology facility with library and workforce programming to the West Colonial corridor. The project is about 9 miles west of Dover Circle, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Orange County Newsroom - June 2026Development
Mixed-use high-rise redesigned for 924 and 934 North Magnolia Avenue
A redesigned 17-story mixed-use high-rise was proposed for 924 and 934 North Magnolia Avenue in Orlando's North Quarter district by Acram Group. The project would include 350 residential units, about 3,300 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, and a parking garage with 510 spaces, replacing two 1972 office buildings. A public plaza is planned at the corner of Magnolia and Weber Street.
What it may mean for the marketWould replace two aging office buildings with 350 residences, ground floor retail, and structured parking, adding housing density and a public plaza along the Orlando Urban Trail. The project is about 3 miles west of Dover Circle, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - June 2026Development
Planning board approves zoning for 37-story tower at 170 East Washington Street
Orlando's Municipal Planning Board voted to approve a Planned Development amendment for a 37-story, 425-foot mixed-use tower at 170 East Washington Street across from Lake Eola Park. The project would include 252 residential units, a 221-room hotel, a three-story restaurant, and structured parking. It still requires City Council consideration before construction.
What it may mean for the marketWould add a 37 story tower with 252 residences and a hotel to the downtown skyline, replacing a prior approval for a 7 story hotel and increasing high density housing and parking supply. The project is about 3 miles west of Dover Circle, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - March 2026Development
Orlando approves the 380-acre Dowden Central Community Development District in Lake Nona
Orlando approved the Dowden Central Community Development District, a roughly 380-acre district in the Lake Nona area of southeast Orlando, in March 2026. The district provides the framework to build roads, drainage, utilities, and parks for future development phases.
What it may mean for the marketA new community development district lays the groundwork for large-scale growth in the Lake Nona area, a step that typically precedes new housing and commercial activity nearby. The site is about 11 miles south of Dover Circle.
Source: ClickOrlando
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in the Orlando Metro.
The DOVER CIRCLE buying strategy.
If we were buying in DOVER CIRCLE today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in DOVER CIRCLE.
A thin market by design
The numbers here are small on every axis: 43 total homes, a single active listing, and just one closing in the tracked window. That scale means Dover Circle does not behave like a typical subdivision with dozens of comparable sales feeding a predictable price curve. Each transaction carries outsized weight, and a buyer or seller here should expect the process to hinge on a direct read of the specific unit and its condition rather than a broad market trend.
The homestead share of 37.2% suggests a meaningful portion of the community's homes are held as non-homestead property, which is common in smaller communities of this vintage and size. Combined with a median build year of 1983 and modest living area, the deep dive here is less about market momentum and more about mechanicals, updates since original construction, and how a specific unit compares to the very limited pool of recent activity.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in DOVER CIRCLE. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community with one active listing and a single recent closing, there is no substitute for direct, current knowledge of what is actually available and what it takes to get a deal done. We track Dover Circle listings as they surface, pull the specific comparable history for a given unit rather than relying on community-wide averages, and give buyers and sellers a straight read on where a price should land in a market this thin.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
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- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a DOVER CIRCLE buy.
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Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed DOVER CIRCLE sales matched to your home.
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DOVER CIRCLE Market Scorecard
DOVER CIRCLE is currently a strong buyer's market. About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $264,900, and homes go under contract in about 34 days.
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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2005 (16 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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