PALM HEIGHTS
Homes for Sale in ORLANDO, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Palm Heights Orlando is a small, tightly held pocket of Plant City — just 26 homes total, built in a narrow window in the mid-1950s. With only one active listing at this snapshot, pricing here is set less by broad market trend and more by the condition of whatever single home happens to be on the market at the time.
The 4.0 months of supply puts this in balanced territory, but at this scale that figure is fragile — one more listing or one closing shifts it materially. Sellers should expect buyers to weigh the home heavily against its own updates and layout rather than against a deep pool of comparable sales, since there simply isn't one.
PALM HEIGHTS right now
🟡 Balanced market. 4.0 months of supply and 50% 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 (2 active and pending listings, 4 closed sales in 12 months).
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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
PALM HEIGHTS market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $182K ($128 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 49 days on market for closed sales, and 4.0 months of supply, a balanced market.
PALM HEIGHTS is a community of 103 homes in ORLANDO, Orange County, built between 1925 and 2024 (median 1958), with a median living area of about 1,206 square feet. 50% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
A compact, gated enclave of mid-1950s homes in Plant City, Palm Heights Orlando trades infrequently enough that each listing tends to set its own terms rather than follow a broader trend line.
The setting & the homes.
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PALM HEIGHTSWho PALM HEIGHTS is best for.
Best for
- A buyer who has found the specific home available here and is comfortable evaluating it on its own condition rather than against multiple active alternatives.
- Someone prioritizing a compact, gated Plant City location over subdivision-style amenities.
- A buyer planning to update or renovate a mid-1950s home, given the consistent build era across the community.
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants to tour several active listings within the same community before choosing.
- Someone requiring a documented, full amenity package beyond a single reported gate.
- A buyer relying heavily on recent-comp density to negotiate price, given how few homes trade here.
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending August 2 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($182K) IS the median in the snapshot above.
Windows contain 0 to 4 sales each (4 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 2014 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
PALM HEIGHTS Market Scorecard
PALM HEIGHTS is currently a balanced market. About 4.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $260,000, and homes go under contract in about 16 days.
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 PALM HEIGHTS, 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 August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in PALM HEIGHTS
Live MLS inventory for PALM HEIGHTS. 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 PALM HEIGHTS listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.
PALM HEIGHTS 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 PALM HEIGHTS
- Security Gate · reported on 1 of 1 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.
Recent Developments in Palm Heights
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Palm Heights, 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 14 miles southeast of Palm Heights, 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 9 miles south of Palm Heights, 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 5 miles southwest of Palm Heights, 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 6 miles southeast of Palm Heights, 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 southeast of Palm Heights, 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 northwest of Palm Heights.
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 PALM HEIGHTS buying strategy.
If we were buying in PALM HEIGHTS 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 PALM HEIGHTS.
A small footprint, a narrow build era
Every home in this community was built within a three-year stretch in the mid-1950s, with a median build year of 1955 and a median living area just under 1,200 square feet. That consistency in age and scale means differences between homes here usually come down to renovation history and maintenance rather than floor plan or era — a kitchen or systems update can separate one property from the next more than anything else in the file.
The community carries a reported security gate, per MLS listings, though access details are worth confirming directly with the HOA since gate features and enforcement can vary by property manager over time. With homestead exemptions on about half of the homes, roughly half the community is owner-occupied under that designation and half is not — a detail worth factoring into resale timing and any rental-restriction questions.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in PALM HEIGHTS. 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 PALM HEIGHTS 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 (7.0). Basis: Liquidity & Demand 4.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 50% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 100.0% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 26-home community with a single active listing, there is no substitute for knowing the recent closings and the specific condition of each property that has traded. We track that history so you're not pricing or negotiating in a vacuum.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- 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.
Tools for a PALM HEIGHTS buy.
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Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed PALM HEIGHTS sales matched to your home.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 32810)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2014 (23 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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