LAKE JESSAMINE in ORLANDO

LAKE JESSAMINE
Homes for Sale in ORLANDO, FL

Community in ORLANDO · Orange County · ZIP 32839
65 homesBuilt 1920–2017
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data21 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · LAKE JESSAMINE Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0%
Under contract
Orange: 26% (2,054 of 7,927)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
68%
Owner-occupied · LAKE JESSAMINE
48 of 71 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
32%
Non-owner-occupied · LAKE JESSAMINE
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
65
Homes in the community
plus 6 vacant residential lots · 71 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
Est. 1920
Community established
homes built 1920-2017, median 1958 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2016
peaked at 2 in 2006
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Lake Jessamine is a small, fixed-size pocket of 65 homes, and right now there is exactly one active listing. That is not a typo — it is the defining fact about this market. With that little supply, comparable sales and condition do almost all the work in setting price, because a buyer rarely gets to choose between two or three options at once.

The housing stock spans nearly a century, from 1920s construction to homes finished as recently as 2017, with a median build year of 1958. That spread means two houses on the same street can be in very different places on the renovation curve. A homestead share of 67.6% points to a base of owners who have stayed put, which is part of why so little comes to market in a given year.

The 60-Second Overview

A compact, established Orlando community of 65 homes near Lake Jessamine, built out over nearly a century with a median living area of 2,355 square feet and no community amenities identified from current MLS listings.

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.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a larger, established home and are comfortable evaluating condition on a house-by-house basis
  • Buyers who prefer no HOA and no shared amenity fees
  • Buyers with patience to wait for the right listing in a market with almost no active inventory

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want move-in-ready new construction
  • Buyers who want a community with a pool, clubhouse, or organized amenities
  • Buyers who need several comparable options to choose from right now

The market around LAKE JESSAMINE

LAKE JESSAMINE is a small community — 6 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2016 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32839, 177 homes are on the market and 15% are under contract — a slower corner of ORLANDO.

Across Orange County, 5,873 homes are active and 2,054 pending (26% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not LAKE JESSAMINE specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in LAKE JESSAMINE, ORLANDO

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

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 22 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% 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 LAKE JESSAMINE

Live MLS inventory for LAKE JESSAMINE. 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 LAKE JESSAMINE listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2025. Tap any home to ask about it.

Schools

In short
  • Orange County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Pineloch Elem · Elementary
  • Memorial Middle · Middle
  • Oak Ridge High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent LAKE JESSAMINE listings and can change; always confirm with Orange County Public Schools for a specific address.

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Recent Developments in Lake Jessamine

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Lake Jessamine, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.

Dev Momentum83/100 · High
  1. July 2026
    Development

    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 5 miles southeast of Lake Jessamine, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: Construction Owners
  2. July 2026
    Development

    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 site is less than a mile west of Lake Jessamine.

    Source: ClickOrlando
  3. July 2026
    Civic

    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 7 miles northwest of Lake Jessamine, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: Orange County Newsroom
  4. June 2026
    Development

    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 north of Lake Jessamine, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: Florida YIMBY
  5. June 2026
    Development

    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 4 miles north of Lake Jessamine, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: Florida YIMBY
  6. March 2026
    Development

    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 9 miles southeast of Lake Jessamine.

    Source: ClickOrlando

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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.

If we were buying in LAKE JESSAMINE 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 LAKE JESSAMINE.

Best Buy
Buyers looking for an established, no-HOA Orlando address with larger living space and older-home character.
Biggest Risk
Inventory is essentially one listing at a time, and the wide build-year range (1920–2017) means condition varies house to house.
Sweet Spot
Homes built in the mid-century range with living space near the 2,355 sq ft median.
Avoid If
You want new construction, a homeowners association, or shared community amenities.

A mid-century core with room to breathe

The typical home here dates to 1958, but the range runs from 1920 through 2017, so buyers will find original mid-century construction sitting near homes rebuilt or added onto within the last decade. That is a market where you evaluate each property on its own condition and updates rather than assuming the neighborhood sets a consistent standard.

At a median of 2,355 square feet, homes in Lake Jessamine tend to run larger than a typical infill lot property, and there are no HOA-run amenities identified from current listings — no clubhouse, pool, or shared recreation to factor into the value equation. What you are buying is the house, the lot, and the location itself.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in LAKE JESSAMINE. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

With only one active listing at last check, timing and access matter more than usual — we track this pocket closely so buyers hear about a listing early and sellers understand exactly how thin the competition really is before they price.

LAKE JESSAMINE in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers looking for an established, no-HOA Orlando address with larger living space and older-home character.
Biggest advantageA high homestead share (67.6%) points to long-term ownership and a market that does not turn over often.
Biggest riskInventory is essentially one listing at a time, and the wide build-year range (1920–2017) means condition varies house to house.
Sweet spotHomes built in the mid-century range with living space near the 2,355 sq ft median.
Avoid ifYou want new construction, a homeowners association, or shared community amenities.

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 LAKE JESSAMINE sales matched to your home.

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LAKE JESSAMINE Market Scorecard

Thin data

LAKE JESSAMINE is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $3,250,000.

n/a
Months supply
$3,250,000
Median list
n/a
Median sold
$615
Per sqft
n/a
Days on mkt
1/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in LAKE JESSAMINE?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 65 homes plus 6 vacant residential lots in LAKE JESSAMINE (public records).
What share of LAKE JESSAMINE is owner-occupied?
68% of LAKE JESSAMINE parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in LAKE JESSAMINE built?
Homes in LAKE JESSAMINE were built between 1920 and 2017, with a median year built of 1958 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for LAKE JESSAMINE?
The best agent for LAKE JESSAMINE 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 LAKE JESSAMINE.
How do I find a top ORLANDO real estate agent who knows LAKE JESSAMINE?
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 LAKE JESSAMINE and the wider ORLANDO area.
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Buyers who want a larger, established home and are comfortable evaluating condition on a house-by-house basisExcellent fit
Buyers who prefer no HOA and no shared amenity feesExcellent fit
Buyers with patience to wait for the right listing in a market with almost no active inventoryExcellent fit
Buyers who want move-in-ready new constructionProbably not
Buyers who want a community with a pool, clubhouse, or organized amenitiesProbably not
Buyers who need several comparable options to choose from right nowProbably not

Nearby Communities

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32839))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (5 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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