Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2
Homes for Sale in WINDERMERE, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
This is a large-format community by design, not by accident. A median living area near 4,863 square feet puts nearly every home here into estate territory, and that scale is the main driver of value and cost alike — lot size, finish level, and square footage matter more than any single amenity line item.
With 70.2% of homes carrying a homestead exemption, this is predominantly an owner-occupied pocket rather than a rental or flip-heavy street. That tends to produce a steadier, less reactive resale rhythm — sellers here are usually moving because of a life change, not chasing a quick exit, which shapes how negotiable a listing actually is.
The 60-Second Overview
Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 is a 124-home enclave in Windermere built out mostly between 2002 and the mid-2000s, with a handful of homes built as recently as 2023 filling in later lots. The homes run large — a median of roughly 4,863 square feet — which sets this apart from typical Orange County subdivisions built to a smaller footprint.
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 Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing square footage and lot size over community amenities
- Move-up buyers planning to hold long-term rather than flip
- Buyers comfortable evaluating a home built in the early-to-mid 2000s on its own condition, not assuming new-build systems
Probably not for
- Buyers who need confirmed clubhouse, pool, or gated access as a deciding factor
- Buyers targeting a smaller, lower-maintenance floor plan
- Buyers expecting a newly built home with minimal deferred maintenance
The market around Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2
Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 is a small community — 12 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2017 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.
In ZIP 34786, 320 homes are on the market and 26% are under contract — a steady corner of WINDERMERE.
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 Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Recent Developments in Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 10 miles southeast of Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 2 miles north of Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2.
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 northeast of Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 11 miles north of Reserve At Lake Butler Sound Ut 2, 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 Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 buying strategy.
If we were buying in Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 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 Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2.
Large lots, long ownership
The build window here, 2002 to 2023, spans two decades of construction, so buyers will find a mix of original early-2000s homes and later infill builds on remaining lots. The median year built of 2004 tells you most of the community dates to the original build-out, which means systems, roofs, and finishes on a typical resale will be closer to a 20-year mark than a 5-year mark — a real factor in negotiating condition and price.
No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, which does not mean there are none, only that buyers should not assume clubhouse, pool, or gate access from the listing data alone and should verify directly with the HOA. Combined with a 70.2% homestead share, this reads as a community where people buy the house and the land, not a lifestyle package — the square footage and lot are doing the work that amenities would in other developments.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
A community built almost entirely of large-format homes across a 20-year construction window needs a buyer-side read on condition, not just square footage — we walk every listing against its build year and flag where deferred maintenance is likely before it becomes a negotiation surprise. We also verify HOA and amenity structure directly rather than relying on MLS fields, since this community's listing data does not surface that information on its own.
Reserve at Lake Butler Sound Ut 2 in 15 seconds.
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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (4 streets, ZIP 34786)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2005 (3 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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