Why 2019 is the Time to Buy a Second Home in Orlando

Orlando short-term rentals let home buyers take advantage of the growing short-term rental market fueled by sites like Airbnb and VRBO. Knowing where to buy a second home is the key to attracting renters all year round and getting the highest return out of your investment.

Now is the Time to Buy in Orlando 

More homeowners are putting their vacation homes on the short-term rental market, signaling the future growth that can make your new home a more profitable investment. 

This is especially true in Orlando, Florida, which has been ranked number one on  Forbes' list of Best Places to Buy a Second Home for 2019. This is the second recognition Forbes has bestowed on “The City Beautiful” in a year. The business magazine also rated Orlando #1 on its…

For Sale - Emerald Island Resort - 8560 La Isla Dr, Kissimmee

Beautiful single family home located in the gated Emerald Island Resort with 7 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. This home is fully furnished and features a living, family room area, a spacious kitchen that contains a breakfast nook and a large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom that is located on the ground floor. Enjoy some fun playing in the generously sized game room in the garage or relax in the outside enclosed private pool with spa in the lanai area. The home also has a large open area behind the house great for extra recreational activities. The gated community has amenities such as the playgrounds and a clubhouse. Located conveniently for shops and theme parks this home would make the ideal vacation home or short term…

For Sale - Hampton Lakes , Hampton Estates - 410 Lockbreeze Dr, Davenport

Outstanding single family home located in the Hampton Lakes community with 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. This home is fully furnished and features a living/dining room area, family room area, a spacious kitchen with a breakfast nook for informal eating. There is a luxurious master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom that has a garden bath, shower stall, dual sinks and all located on the second floor with a lovely view of the pool and open space area. The home also has a large garage being used as a game room with a pool table, air hockey and more! Relax with friends and family in the outside, extended enclosed private pool with spa in the lanai area. The community has amenities such as the playgrounds and tennis court. Located…

Price Reduction - Reunion Resort, Encore At Reunion - 731 Lasso Dr, Kissimmee

Gorgeous 8 bedroom 7 bathroom home located in the popular Reunion community! This beautiful home features an open floor plan with natural light coming through the many windows! The 8 bedrooms are all incredibly spacious and are perfectly equipped to accommodate your entire family and any additional guests! This home features a relaxing private pool and spa area so you can enjoy the Florida sunshine with the whole family! Reunion is a premium vacation community and is an ideal area for your families next vacation and is remarkably desirable amongst visitors! This lavish community has numerous recreational activities for you and your family such as a Grab' n Go market, Finns Cafe restaurant, special event catering. world class AquaPark…

Orlando Real Estate Market News - February 2019

January 'journal' From The Resort Area...   Resort area inventory month on month continued the rising trend that has been evident for the past few months with the number of homes listed for sale up 14.2% from 1252 listings last month to 1430 this month although compared to inventory levels of a year ago total overall levels year on year remain unchanged. The average days on market that a home now takes to sell stood at 103 during  January which was 1 day higher than December but some 30 days below the 133 level recorded in January 2018. A home that sells now achieves on average 97.5% of its listed price which is unchanged from last month but up from the 97.25% average attained price of a year ago.  The markets median price is 5.2% higher than a year…

Just Sold - Glenbrook - 16652 Fresh Meadow Dr, Clermont

Amazing home with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms located in the Glenbrook community. This beautiful and spacious single family home is fully furnished and features two lovely master bedrooms one of them is located in the back of the home with sliding doors overlooking the pool and spa each with a large ensuite bathroom with a shower, garden bath, double sinks and a walk-in closet. The homes big kitchen includes all major appliances and has an eat in area with natural lighting. This home features a wonderful south facing private screened in, enclosed pool and spa area for you and your family to enjoy. All this and only a few minutes from US-27! The community has tennis courts, a community pool, and clubhouse with a fitness center. This…

Price Reduction - Windsor Hills - 7655 Fitzclarence St, Kissimmee

This charming townhouse is located in the fantastic community of Windsor Hills. Fully furnished this home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a spacious living room and dining room combination, plus a kitchen with a breakfast bar and breakfast nook. The master bedroom is located on the second floor features a spacious ensuite bathroom. The home also has its very own enclosed private swimming pool with lights that glow beautifully at night. All this and only steps away from the main clubhouse and pool! Your family and guests are sure to enjoy their time here. The community of Windsor Hills has lots to offer such as a larger communal pool with a big slide, fitness center, playground, clubhouse, tennis court, and security. This townhouse is ideal…

For Sale - Emerald Island Resort - 2696 La Isla Ct, Kissimmee

Fantastic single family home located in the gated Emerald Island Resort with 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. This home is tucked away in a private cul-de-sac. Fully furnished this home features a living and family room area, a spacious kitchen that contains a delightful breakfast nook and a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom that is located on the ground floor. Enjoy some fun playing in the generously sized game room in the garage or you and your family can relax in the outside enclosed and extended private pool with spa in the lanai area. Perfect for a short term rental or vacation home. The gated community has amenities such as the playgrounds and a clubhouse. Located conveniently for shops and theme parks this home would…

For Sale - Bridgewater Crossing - 551 Hollingshead Loop, Davenport

Lovely home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms comes fully furnished and is located in the beautiful Bridgewater Crossing Community! Beautiful and bright this home features an open floor plan and a lovely sized kitchen with an eat in breakfast area. Home has sliding patio doors that lead out to your very own screened in private pool. There is a large master bedroom that features a walk in closet and ensuite bathroom with dual sinks. The two guest bedrooms are furnished and also have walk in closets. The home is move in ready, great for a short-term rental or a residential home. The community has playgrounds, basketball court, volleyball and tennis court, near all the Disney parks. Come check it out today!

For Sale - Windsor Hills - 7801 Basnett Cir, Kissimmee

This outstanding 7 bedrooms 4 bathrooms single family home is located in Windsor Hills and is the ultimate Orlando area vacation home and short term rental property. Fully furnished with an open style floor plan that is ideal for entertaining and spending time with family and friends. The lovely kitchen has a breakfast area and breakfast nook ideal for informal meals. The large master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom that features a garden tub standing shower and dual sinks. This property features a game room in the garage in addition to the large enclosed private pool with spa. Windsor Hills Resort offers many other amenities including a clubhouse, fitness center, and tennis court, playground. With restaurants nearby and a…