Independence Community
Homes for Sale in Winter Garden, FL
All 720 homes for sale in Winter Garden, FL · median $575,000 · 509 homes for sale in 34787 · Orange County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 2 closed sales in Independence Community in Winter Garden, FL since 2024, the most recent in May 2026. Across Winter Garden as a whole, 1,316 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $595,000, 38 median days on market, with 348 homes for sale today. At that median and Orange County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.67 mills, annual property tax runs about $9,920 ($9,250 with the full homestead exemption).
Part of the Horizon West master-planned community in Winter Garden, FL — see all Horizon West homes for sale (107 listings across 56 villages and sections in the MLS).
The current MLS snapshot for Independence Community in Winter Garden doesn't carry pricing, days-on-market, or inventory figures we can responsibly cite, and no community amenities are showing up on active listings right now. That's not unusual for a stretch where listing volume is thin — it just means we're working from location and structure rather than a live price trend.
Until new listings populate the feed with usable numbers, the honest move is to treat this as a location call: Winter Garden, Orange County, inside a named community. Anyone serious about buying or selling here should expect us to pull comparable, verified data directly rather than lean on a stale or incomplete snapshot.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Independence Community right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Independence Community sits in Winter Garden, Orange County — the current MLS feed doesn't surface a defined amenity package or pricing trend, so any read on value here should come from a direct pull rather than this snapshot alone.
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.
Who Independence Community is best for.
Best for
- Buyers focused on the Winter Garden, Orange County location who are comfortable doing direct verification before committing
- Buyers open to having us pull current, listing-specific detail rather than relying on general community marketing
- Buyers who want a straightforward read on what is and isn't confirmed before touring
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a confirmed amenity package (pool, clubhouse, trails) locked in before they'll consider a community
- Buyers who want a specific price range or median figure to anchor a budget today
- Buyers unwilling to wait on us to verify HOA and listing details directly
The market around Independence Community
Independence Community is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 34787, 957 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a steady corner of Winter Garden.
Across Orange County, 5,909 homes are active and 1,877 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 34787 (Winter Garden), 2,162 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $595K ($251/sq ft), down 0.6% year over year, with a median 36 days on market. Right now 357 active and 169 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 34787 housing market and the Orange County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Independence Community specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Recent Developments in Independence Community
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Independence Community, 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 11 miles southeast of Independence Community, 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 5 miles southeast of Independence Community, 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 northwest of Independence Community.
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 5 miles east of Independence Community, 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 5 miles east of Independence Community, 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 project is about 10 miles north of Independence Community, elsewhere in Orange County.
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 Northeast Florida.
The Independence Community buying strategy.
If we were buying in Independence Community 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 Independence Community.
What the data gap actually means
When a community shows no identified amenities in current MLS listings, it usually means one of two things: either the feature set isn't being tagged consistently by agents entering listings, or there's genuinely limited active inventory to describe it. We can't tell from this snapshot which it is, and we're not going to guess at pools, trails, or clubhouses that aren't confirmed.
For Winter Garden buyers, that makes this a community where the HOA documents and a direct walk of the neighborhood matter more than the listing sheet. Orange County has plenty of comparable planned communities where amenities are heavily marketed — if that's what you're after, verifying it here in writing before you get attached is the move.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Independence Community. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
When the public data thins out like this, the value we add is legwork — pulling current listing detail, checking HOA disclosures, and confirming what's actually built and open rather than relying on a snapshot with gaps. We'd rather tell you what we don't know yet than fill it in with something that sounds good.
Independence Community in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $184/month (about $2,208/yr) · median of 3 MLS listings, most billed monthly
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $184 per month ($2,208 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 3 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 Independence Community 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 Independence Community sales matched to your home.
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Independence Community, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
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Should you buy in Independence Community?
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 14, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2024 (2 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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Common questions about Independence Community
Where is Independence Community?
Independence Community is a community in Winter Garden, Orange County, Florida, ZIP 34787.
Are there homes for sale in Independence Community right now?
No active listings inside Independence Community at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Independence Community have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Independence Community in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Independence Community Market Scorecard
Independence Community is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 34787 ZIP is $574,696, right around the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · 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.