University Forest
Homes for Sale in Orlando, FL

Community in Orlando · Orange County
25 homesBuilt 1984–1989
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data10 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · University Forest Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Ownership and context
80%
Owner-occupied · University Forest
20 of 25 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
20%
Non-owner-occupied · University Forest
incl. 0% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
67%
Cash buyers · University Forest
2 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2019
25
Homes in the community
25 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 10 years of records
Est. 1984
Community established
homes built 1984-1989, median 1985 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2024
peaked at 1 in 2007

The market around University Forest

University Forest is a small community — 5 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2024 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Orange County, 5,886 homes are active and 2,019 pending (26% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

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

If we were buying in University Forest 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 University Forest.

A closer look at the University Forest market

The housing stock is 25 homes built between 1984 and 1989, and 80% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

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 University Forest sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in University Forest?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 25 homes in University Forest (public records).
What share of University Forest is owner-occupied?
80% of University Forest parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in University Forest built?
Homes in University Forest were built between 1984 and 1989, with a median year built of 1985 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in University Forest?
Cash buyers took 67% of University Forest sales in the 12 months ending June 2019 (2 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for University Forest?
The best agent for University Forest 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 University Forest.
How do I find a top Orlando real estate agent who knows University Forest?
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 University Forest and the wider Orlando area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for University Forest?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your University Forest purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32817))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2016 (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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