Southern Oaks in Orlando

Southern Oaks
Homes for Sale in Orlando, FL

Community in Orlando · Orange County · ZIP 32806
359 homesBuilt 1955–2010Median sale $755K
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Live Market Pulse
76/100
Market Heat
Hotter than normal
2013 → 2026 · 76 at the 2026 peak
0 is Southern Oaks's coldest market since 2013, 100 its hottest. Today: 76. How it's scored
Built fromLive Stellar MLS data21 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of November 2026, Southern Oaks Orlando in FL has 3 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1970 - 1983; 13 of 14 report an HOA (median $21/mo); none of the 14 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 112 ft).

Live · Southern Oaks Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$755K
Median sold · 12 mo
$287/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $287 in 2026
96.5%
Sale vs ask
+128%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $332K median in 2012
Tempo
2.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
16days
Median DOM · closed
7 days at the 2024 low
0%
Under contract
Orange: 26% (2,054 of 7,927)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
9
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Ownership and context
89%
Owner-occupied · Southern Oaks
324 of 363 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
11%
Non-owner-occupied · Southern Oaks
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
20%
Cash buyers · Southern Oaks
2 of 10 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
359
Homes in the community
plus 4 vacant residential lots · 363 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
1955–2010
Years homes were built
median 1971 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 12 in 2009
2,700sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
2.5%/yr
Turnover rate
about 9 of 359 homes trade a year
Southern Oaks Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

Southern Oaks right now

🔴 Seller-leaning market. 2.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give sellers the pressure advantage.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, 9 closed sales in 12 months).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated November 15, 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

Southern Oaks market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $755K ($287 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 16 days on market for closed sales, and 2.0 months of supply, a seller-leaning market.

In ZIP 32806 (Orlando), 265 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $463K ($293/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 33 days on market. Right now 49 active and 19 pending listings put supply at about 2.2 months - a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32806 housing market and the Orange County market.

Flood zones in Southern Oaks: of 11 listing addresses checked against the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, 100% sit outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X). Individual parcels vary - verify any specific address at msc.fema.gov.

Southern Oaks is a community of 359 homes in Orlando, Orange County, built between 1955 and 2010 (median 1971.0), with a median living area of about 2,564 square feet. 89% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 12 sales each (9 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 2005 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$400K$600K$800K20122014201620182020202220242026
Every sale since 2005 · price vs size
$0$500K$1M2k3k4k5k
83 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$200$30020122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $120 in 2012 to a $287 peak in 2026; $287 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
020406020122014201620182020202220242026
7 days at the 2024 low; 16 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%100%20122014201620182020202220242026
96.5% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
051020122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 12 a year; 9 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
05102004200820122016202020242025
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 12 quit in 2009; 0 so far in 2025. The clearest stress gauge a community has.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201420162018202220242026
76 at the 2026 peak, 13 in the troughs, 76 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Orange County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,537/mo
Orange County typical true cost to own
$117/mo
Orange County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

How much local inventory is already under contract

14% of homes for sale in ZIP 32806 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-11-15).

SOUTHERN OAKS Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

SOUTHERN OAKS is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $982,450, and homes go under contract in about 25 days.

2.2
Months supply
$982,450
Median list
$775,000
Median sold
$333
Per sqft
25
Days on mkt
2/1/11
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32806 ZIP is $437,244, about 3.2% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Southern Oaks

Live MLS inventory for Southern Oaks. 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 Southern Oaks listings as of 2026-11-02, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Orange County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Pershing Elem · Elementary
  • PERSHING K-8 · Middle
  • Boone High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Southern Oaks 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 Southern Oaks address.

Recent Developments in Southern Oaks

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

Dev Momentum74/100 · High
  1. August 2026
    Retail & Dining

    Plans for Mattel indoor water park near Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores expand to 13 acres

    Updated plans for the site off State Road 535 show a 95,000-square-foot indoor water park designed by Martin Aquatic, a separate 45,000-square-foot entertainment building and nearly 900 parking spaces. The tower height rises to as much as 100 feet and still needs Orange County approval. About 200 jobs are expected, and no opening date has been announced.

    What it may mean for the marketThe project would add visitor attractions, dining and roughly 200 jobs near the State Road 535 corridor, with added traffic and parking demand nearby. The site is about 12 miles southwest of Southern Oaks.

    Source: FOX 35 Orlando
  2. 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 Southern Oaks, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: Construction Owners
  3. 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 project is about 2 miles southwest of Southern Oaks, elsewhere in Orange County.

    Source: ClickOrlando
  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 3 miles north of Southern Oaks, 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 3 miles north of Southern Oaks, 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 10 miles southeast of Southern Oaks.

    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 Southern Oaks 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

Come strong and clean. Homes here move, so lead with your best terms and financing ready rather than a low anchor.

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 Southern Oaks.

A closer look at the Southern Oaks market

At a median of $287 per square foot, Southern Oaks 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 2.0 months of supply, a seller-leaning market. Homes that do trade take a median 16 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 359 homes built between 1955 and 2010, and 89% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.2B+ · Buy Score
Long-Term Appreciation8.1/10
Liquidity & Demand8.0/10
Owner Commitment8.9/10
Pricing Power7.7/10

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 4 factors (8.2). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +128% since 2012; Liquidity & Demand 2.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 89% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 96.5% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

The takeaway

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

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Recently off market in Southern Oaks Orlando

Homes in Southern Oaks Orlando that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 3 on record.

Last 30 days in Southern Oaks: 1 new listing (median asking $965,000), 1 under contract right now. As of November 12, 2026, Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Southern Oaks key facts
LocationFL
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersSecurity System, None
For sale right now3 active, 0 pending · median asking $965,000 · 3.3 months of supply

Data as of November 6, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Southern Oaks key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/southern-oaks-orlando, data as of November 6, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in SOUTHERN OAKS, 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 6 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-11-04)

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 November 2026 through November 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Just listed in Southern Oaks

The newest homes for sale in Southern Oaks right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.

Checked against the MLS nightly. All new listings in this market.

Every Home for Sale in Southern Oaks Orlando Right Now (3)

All 3 active and pending Southern Oaks Orlando listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

Streets in this community

Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.

What it really costs to own in Southern Oaks

The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.

HOA duesMLS listings here mostly enter dues as billed annually, but the median entry is only $225/year across 14 listings (2026-11-15), which usually means a quarterly or monthly amount was entered as annual. Ask the association for the current dues.
Home and flood insuranceThe average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Orange County is $1,409/yr (4,204 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction. Flood: of 11 listing addresses checked against the FEMA flood map, 100% sit outside the high-risk zone. Statewide, a Zone X flood policy runs about $500-$700/yr and a high-risk zone $1,200-$2,500/yr (FEMA Risk Rating 2.0 averages, not quotes).
Roof and ageMedian build year 1971 across 13 listings. An original roof here would be about 55 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report, and for replacement where it fails.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Southern Oaks?
The median sale price in Southern Oaks was $755K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (9 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in Southern Oaks take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 16 days on market (9 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is Southern Oaks a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, Southern Oaks leans toward sellers: 2.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Southern Oaks?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 359 homes plus 4 vacant residential lots in Southern Oaks (public records).
What share of Southern Oaks is owner-occupied?
89% of Southern Oaks parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Southern Oaks built?
Homes in Southern Oaks were built between 1955 and 2010, with a median year built of 1971.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Southern Oaks?
Cash buyers took 20% of Southern Oaks sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (2 of 10 closings, Stellar MLS).
Have Southern Oaks home prices gone up?
The trailing-12-month median is up 128% since 2012, from $332K to $755K (Stellar MLS closed records).
Who is the best real estate agent for Southern Oaks?
The best agent for Southern Oaks 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 Southern Oaks.
How do I find a top Orlando real estate agent who knows Southern Oaks?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Southern Oaks and the wider Orlando area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Southern Oaks?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Southern Oaks purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Southern Oaks, and what county is it in?
Southern Oaks is in Orlando, Orange County, FL, ZIP 32806.
Is Southern Oaks in a flood zone?
No, for the homes we can see: all 10 homes we sampled in Southern Oaks sit outside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X), where a lender does not require flood insurance. Flood zones are drawn parcel by parcel, so check the exact address on FEMA's flood map before you close; the flood section on this page shows the community's mix.
Is Southern Oaks a good place to live?
That depends on your budget, commute and what you want in a home, so here is what the data says about Southern Oaks: the median sale price over the last 12 months was $755K (9 sales), 91% above the Orlando median of $395K; homes took a median 16 days to go under contract; the assessment roll counts 359 homes, 89% of them homesteaded (owner-occupied); supply is 2.0 months at the current sales pace, which favors sellers. The full numbers, price history and the flood and school sections are above.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 2, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (9 streets, ZIP 32806))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (83 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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