Hiawassa Highlands
Homes for Sale in Orlando, FL
All 4,060 homes for sale in ORLANDO, FL · median $384,945 · 61 homes for sale in 32818 · Orange County homes for sale
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Market Heat
As of September 2026, Hiawassa Highlands in Orlando, FL has 1 home for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 3 recorded sales closed at a median of $312,000, $214 per square foot, a median 80 days on market, sellers accepting 93% of original asking (+4% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1959 - 1970; none of the 4 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 104 ft). At the median price and Orange County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.67 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,200 ($4,530 with the full homestead exemption).
Hiawassa Highlands is an older, established pocket of Orlando - homes here have a median build year of 1968, with the range running from 1951 to 1991, so buyers are generally looking at resale housing stock with decades of use behind it rather than newer construction. At a median 1,579 square feet, these are modest-footprint homes, and price here is going to track condition and updates more than square footage or age alone.
The current market read is thin by design: only 2 active listings and 1 closing in the window we're tracking, against 12 months of supply. That combination - very few homes on the market but a slow absorption pace - puts this in buyer-leaning territory on paper, though with a pool this small, one or two transactions can swing the picture quickly. Sellers should expect longer marketing time and buyers should expect limited choice at any given moment.
Hiawassa Highlands right now
🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.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: Low (1 active and pending listings, 3 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($312K) is up 3.7% from the prior 12 months ($301K). With about 2 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: Low (3 and 3 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
Hiawassa Highlands market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $312K ($214 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 80 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 4% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (3 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 32818 (ORLANDO), 332 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $336K ($203/sq ft), up 1.1% year over year, with a median 29 days on market. Right now 29 active and 20 pending listings put supply at about 3.2 months - a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32818 housing market and the Orange County market.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 193 homes in Hiawassa Highlands that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1958 and 1980 (median 1967), with a median living area of about 1,508 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 98% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
A small, older subdivision of 218 homes in Orlando's Orange County, built out between 1951 and 1991 with a median home size of 1,579 square feet - this is an established, resale-driven pocket rather than an amenity-anchored or master-planned community.
The setting & the homes.
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Who Hiawassa Highlands is best for.
Best for
- A buyer comfortable evaluating an older home's condition and factoring in renovation costs.
- Someone prioritizing an established Orlando location over new-build finishes or a community amenity package.
- A buyer with flexible timing who can wait for the right listing in a low-inventory market.
Probably not for
- A buyer who needs a community with organized amenities, since none are identified from current MLS listings.
- Someone who wants to compare several active listings side by side before deciding.
- A buyer requiring newer construction or a home built within the last two decades.
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 ($312K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($301K) IS the +3.7% one-year change.
Windows contain 0 to 12 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
HIAWASSA HIGHLANDS Market Scorecard
HIAWASSA HIGHLANDS is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $290,000, and homes go under contract in about 103 days.
Typical home value in the 32818 ZIP is $343,190, about 14.2% above 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 Hiawassa Highlands Orlando, 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 September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Hiawassa Highlands
Live MLS inventory for Hiawassa Highlands. 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 Hiawassa Highlands listings as of 2026-09-14, 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.
Hiawassa Highlands on the map.
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Recent Developments in Hiawassa Highlands
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Hiawassa Highlands, 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 13 miles southeast of Hiawassa Highlands, 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 7 miles southeast of Hiawassa Highlands, 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 site is about 1 mile southeast of Hiawassa Highlands.
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 6 miles east of Hiawassa Highlands, 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 6 miles east of Hiawassa Highlands, 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 8 miles north of Hiawassa Highlands.
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 Hiawassa Highlands buying strategy.
If we were buying in Hiawassa Highlands 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.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
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 Hiawassa Highlands.
A Thin Market on an Older Footprint
With a median year built of 1968, most of the housing stock in Hiawassa Highlands predates modern building codes and finishes, which means the spread between an untouched original home and a fully renovated one can be wide. Buyers should go in expecting to evaluate each property on its own condition rather than assuming a consistent baseline across the community - a home built in 1951 and one built in 1991 can present very differently even at similar square footage.
Just under 44.4% of homes here carry a homestead exemption, an indicator that a meaningful share of the community is owner-occupied rather than turned over as rental or investment stock, though it's not a majority. Combined with 12 months of supply and only 2 active listings at last count, this is not a market where new inventory turns over quickly - when something does list, it may be the only comparable option available for a stretch of time.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Hiawassa Highlands. 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 Hiawassa Highlands 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 3 factors (6.2). Basis: Recent Direction +3.7% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 93.3% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this thin - 2 active listings and a single closing in the tracked window - pricing a home correctly or evaluating an offer requires pulling from a wider data set than what's currently live, and knowing which condition-driven comps actually apply to a 1950s-through-1990s-built home. We track this inventory closely enough to tell you when a listing is genuinely priced to the current pace of the market versus when it's an outlier.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- 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 Hiawassa Highlands buy.
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Recently off market in Hiawassa Highlands
Homes in Hiawassa Highlands 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. 1 on record.
- 2213 Villano 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 |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2005 (49 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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