HIAWASSEE HILLS in ORLANDO

HIAWASSEE HILLS
Homes for Sale in ORLANDO, FL

Community in ORLANDO · Orange County · ZIP 32818
309 homesBuilt 1960–1990Median sale $280K
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Live Market Pulse
28/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2013 → 2026 · 75 at the 2022 peak
0 is HIAWASSEE HILLS's coldest market since 2013, 100 its hottest. Today: 28. How it's scored
Built fromLive Stellar MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · HIAWASSEE HILLS Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$280K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 18.2% vs the prior 12 months
-18.2%
1-yr price change
n = 8 and 4 sales in the two windows
$230/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $230 in 2026
94.7%
Sale vs ask
+478%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $48K median in 2012
Tempo
4.5mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
26days
Median DOM · closed
5 days at the 2022 low
25%
Under contract
Orange: 26% (2,054 of 7,927)
3 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
8
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 5 a year
Ownership and context
69%
Owner-occupied · HIAWASSEE HILLS
214 of 310 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
31%
Non-owner-occupied · HIAWASSEE HILLS
incl. 10% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
38%
Cash buyers · HIAWASSEE HILLS
3 of 8 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
309
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 310 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
Est. 1960
Community established
homes built 1960-1990, median 1986 (FL DOR 2025)
2
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 24 in 2007
1,242sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
2.6%/yr
Turnover rate
about 8 of 309 homes trade a year
HIAWASSEE HILLS Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

HIAWASSEE HILLS right now

🟡 Balanced market. 4.5 months of supply and 25% 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 August 2, 2026. Confidence: Medium (4 active and pending listings, 8 closed sales in 12 months).

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($280K) is down 18.2% from the prior 12 months ($342K) and up 478% since 2012. With about 5 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 August 2. Confidence: Low (8 and 4 sales in the two windows).

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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

HIAWASSEE HILLS market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $280K ($230 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 26 days on market for closed sales, and 4.5 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is down 18% from the prior 12 months and up 478% since 2012, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (8 closings in the current window).

HIAWASSEE HILLS is a community of 309 homes in ORLANDO, Orange County, built between 1960 and 1990 (median 1986), with a median living area of about 1,434 square feet. 69% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 14 sales each (8 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 2004 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$100K$200K$300K20122014201620182020202220242026
Down 18.2% year over year; up 478% since 2012.
Every sale since 2004 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K1k2k2k
109 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$20020122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $43 in 2012 to a $230 peak in 2026; $230 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
025507520122014201620182020202220242026
5 days at the 2022 low; 26 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
85%90%95%100%20122014201620182020202220242026
94.7% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
05101520122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 14 a year; 8 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
010202004200820122016202020242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 24 quit in 2007; 2 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201420162018202220242026
75 at the 2022 peak, 28 in the troughs, 28 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

HIAWASSEE HILLS Market Scorecard

Seller's market

HIAWASSEE HILLS is currently a seller's market. About 2.7 months of supply, a median asking price of $364,950, and homes go under contract in about 44 days.

2.7
Months supply
$364,950
Median list
$280,000
Median sold
$218
Per sqft
44
Days on mkt
2/1/9
Active/Pend/Sold

Go deeper: county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in HIAWASSEE HILLS, ORLANDO

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
9.09%
1 of 11 listings · short sale 1
Distress share trend — 9.09% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-08-24)

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 HIAWASSEE HILLS

Live MLS inventory for HIAWASSEE HILLS. 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 HIAWASSEE HILLS listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2004 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Orange County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Lake Gem Elem · Elementary
  • Robinswood Middle · Middle
  • Evans High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent HIAWASSEE HILLS 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 HIAWASSEE HILLS address.

If we were buying in HIAWASSEE HILLS today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 HIAWASSEE HILLS.

A closer look at the HIAWASSEE HILLS market

At a median of $230 per square foot, HIAWASSEE HILLS 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 4.5 months of supply, a balanced market and the trailing-12-month median down 18% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 26 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 309 homes built between 1960 and 1990, and 69% 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 HIAWASSEE HILLS. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.1C+ · Buy Score
Long-Term Appreciation10.0/10
Recent Direction1.5/10
Liquidity & Demand5.5/10
Owner Commitment6.9/10
Pricing Power6.4/10

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 5 factors (6.1). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +478% since 2012; Recent Direction -18.2% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 4.5 months of supply; Owner Commitment 69% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 94.7% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA. Confirm current dues
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed HIAWASSEE HILLS sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in HIAWASSEE HILLS?
The median sale price in HIAWASSEE HILLS was $280K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (8 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in HIAWASSEE HILLS take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 26 days on market (8 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is HIAWASSEE HILLS a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, HIAWASSEE HILLS is roughly balanced: 4.5 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in HIAWASSEE HILLS?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 309 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in HIAWASSEE HILLS (public records).
What share of HIAWASSEE HILLS is owner-occupied?
69% of HIAWASSEE HILLS parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in HIAWASSEE HILLS built?
Homes in HIAWASSEE HILLS were built between 1960 and 1990, with a median year built of 1986 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in HIAWASSEE HILLS?
Cash buyers took 38% of HIAWASSEE HILLS sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (3 of 8 closings, Stellar MLS).
Have HIAWASSEE HILLS home prices gone up?
The trailing-12-month median is up 478% since 2012, from $48K to $280K (Stellar MLS closed records).
Who is the best real estate agent for HIAWASSEE HILLS?
The best agent for HIAWASSEE HILLS is one who actively works ORLANDO and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for HIAWASSEE HILLS.
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Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows HIAWASSEE HILLS and the wider ORLANDO area.
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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (14 streets, ZIP 32818))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (109 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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Thinking of selling in HIAWASSEE HILLS? 8 recorded closings; median 25 days on market (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Orange County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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