Gardenia Reserve
Homes for Sale in Apopka, FL
All 530 homes for sale in APOPKA, FL · median $429,950 · 63 townhomes for sale in APOPKA · 173 homes for sale in 32703 · Orange County homes for sale
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As of September 2026, Gardenia Reserve in Apopka, FL has 4 homes for sale and 1 pending, asking from $320,990 to $351,990 (median $330,990). Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 32 recorded sales closed at a median of $330,076, $203 per square foot, a median 69 days on market, sellers accepting 97% of original asking (-4% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 2024 - 2026 with 16 new construction; 17 of 17 report an HOA (median $245/mo); none of the 16 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 126 ft). At the median price and Orange County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.67 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,500 ($4,830 with the full homestead exemption).
Homes For Sale Right Now in Gardenia Reserve
Live MLS inventory for Gardenia Reserve. 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 · 32 daysTop listing
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Pending · 12 daysActive and pending Gardenia Reserve listings as of 2026-09-14, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2024 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.
Gardenia Reserve right now
🔴 Seller-leaning market. 1.4 months of supply and 20% of the inventory already under contract give sellers the pressure advantage.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 September 12, 2026. Confidence: Very High (5 active and pending listings, 32 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($330K) is down 3.8% from the prior 12 months ($343K). With about 24 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12. Confidence: Very High (32 and 37 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated September 15, 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
Gardenia Reserve market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $330K ($203 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 70 days on market for closed sales, and 1.4 months of supply, a seller-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is down 4% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (32 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 32703 (APOPKA), 1,172 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $395K ($217/sq ft), down 0.3% year over year, with a median 35 days on market. Right now 146 active and 82 pending listings put supply at about 2.7 months - a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32703 housing market and the Orange County market.
Flood zones in Gardenia Reserve: of 11 listing addresses checked against the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, 100% sit outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X). Individual parcels vary - verify any specific address at msc.fema.gov. See flood zones by neighborhood in Apopka.
Gardenia Reserve is a community of 3 homes in Apopka, Orange County, built between 2024 and 2024 (median 2024), with a median living area of about 341 square feet. 0% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
The setting & the homes.
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Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending September 12 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($330K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($343K) IS the -3.8% one-year change.
Windows contain 2 to 37 sales each (32 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2024 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Gardenia Reserve Market Scorecard
Gardenia Reserve is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.4 months of supply, a median asking price of $330,990, and homes go under contract in about 17 days.
Typical home value in the 32712 ZIP is $437,320, about 17.4% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Housing distress & ownership in Gardenia Reserve Apopka, APOPKA
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 September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Gardenia Reserve 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.
Life at Gardenia Reserve
- Playground · reported on 20 of 20 listings
- Pool · reported on 20 of 20 listings
- Dog Park · reported on 20 of 20 listings
- Community Mailbox · reported on 18 of 20 listings
Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
Schools
- Orange County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Zellwood Elem · Elementary
- Wolf Lake Middle · Middle
- Wekiva High · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Gardenia Reserve 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 Gardenia Reserve address.
Shop the zone: Homes zoned for Wekiva High High School
Recent Developments in Gardenia Reserve
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Gardenia Reserve, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- 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 21 miles southeast of Gardenia Reserve, 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 15 miles southeast of Gardenia Reserve, 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 18 miles southeast of Gardenia Reserve, 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 19 miles southeast of Gardenia Reserve, elsewhere in Orange County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - October 2025Retail & Dining
New Apopka complex with restaurants and offices set to open in 2026
A new commercial complex in Apopka with restaurants and office space is set to open in 2026, adding retail and workplace space in northwest metro Orlando.
What it may mean for the marketNew retail and office space in Apopka adds everyday conveniences and local jobs, amenity and employment factors that can support nearby housing demand. The site is about 6 miles southeast of Gardenia Reserve.
Source: GrowthSpotter - March 2025Development
Lake County approves rezoning for the Wolf Branch Innovation District near Mount Dora
Lake County approved a rezoning for the Wolf Branch Innovation District, a large mixed-use employment district planned near Mount Dora and State Road 46, clearing the way for a long-term jobs and commercial hub in east Lake County.
What it may mean for the marketA large new employment and mixed-use district near Mount Dora points to long-term job growth in east Lake County, a structural demand driver for housing in the surrounding area. The site is about 4 miles north of Gardenia Reserve.
Source: GrowthSpotter
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 Gardenia Reserve buying strategy.
If we were buying in Gardenia Reserve 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.
Come strong and clean. Homes here move, so lead with your best terms and financing ready rather than a low anchor.
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 Gardenia Reserve.
A closer look at the Gardenia Reserve market
At a median of $203 per square foot, Gardenia Reserve prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.
Inventory runs at 1.4 months of supply, a seller-leaning market and the trailing-12-month median down 4% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 70 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.
The housing stock is 3 homes built around 2024, and 0% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Gardenia Reserve. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in Gardenia Reserve buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (5.3). Basis: Recent Direction -3.8% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 1.4 months of supply; Owner Commitment 0% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 96.6% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $245/month (about $2,940/yr) · median of 51 MLS listings, most billed monthly
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $245 per month ($2,940 a year) - the median AssociationFee across 51 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed monthly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-09.
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 Gardenia Reserve buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Gardenia Reserve sales matched to your home.
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Recently off market in Gardenia Reserve
Homes in Gardenia Reserve that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 7 on record.
- 2199 Nightshade Grove Lane · off market
- 2219 Nightshade Grove Lane · off market
- 5152 Greenshade Grove Avenue · off market
- 5156 Greenshade Grove Avenue · off market
- 5160 Greenshade Grove Avenue · off market
- 5164 Greenshade Grove Avenue · off market
- 5168 Greenshade Grove Avenue · off market
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 14, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32703/32712)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2024 (71 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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