Townhomes
Verified resale inventory includes three- and four-bedroom townhomes, with current examples from about 1,291 to 1,645 square feet. Compare location, parking, outdoor space, condition and the Villas association responsibilities.
Kissimmee · Gated vacation-home community
Emerald Island Resort homes for sale
Explore current listings and verified 2026 ownership guidance for Emerald Island Resort townhomes and single-family homes near Walt Disney World.
LocationKissimmee, FL 34747
Disney areaApprox. 3 miles
Property choicesTownhomes & single-family homes
Verified range3–8 bedrooms
CommunityGated & guarded
Rental useNo community minimum reported
Community overview
A wooded resort setting remarkably close to Disney
Emerald Island combines a mature conservation setting with the practical features buyers expect from an Orlando-area vacation-home community.
The community covers more than 300 acres and is known for its landscaped entrance, conservation areas and resort amenities. Its location off West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway places dining, shopping and the Walt Disney World corridor within convenient reach.
Team Donovan helps buyers compare more than the bedroom count. We examine location within the community, property condition, pool orientation, furnishing quality, rental history, management arrangements, carrying costs and the competition a home is likely to face.
Property choices
Understand what you are buying
Individual homes vary considerably. Confirm the exact floor plan, updates, pool, furnishings, fees and rental position for every property.
Single-family homes (villas)
Verified resale inventory includes four- through eight-bedroom homes, with current examples from about 1,920 to 3,123 square feet. Private pools are common, but pool, spa, lot position, bedroom mix and renovation quality vary.
Resort features
Amenities owners and guests can use
Pool, clubhouse and fitness
Published resort facilities include a community pool, clubhouse, fitness areas, front-desk services, business facilities and guest gathering space.
Sport, games and play
Verified community amenity records include tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, mini golf, playground and arcade or game-room options.
Nature, food and social space
Walking trails and conservation views complement resort social space and published restaurant or bar service. Availability, hours and charges must be rechecked.
Amenity access, hours, charges and operating arrangements can change. Team Donovan will help verify the current position before contract.
Getting around
Approximate driving distances
Times are planning estimates, not guarantees. Traffic, construction, park entrance and route choice can materially change a journey.
5–15 minWalt Disney World area and Animal Kingdom
20–30 minSeaWorld Orlando
25–35 minUniversal Orlando Resort
30–40 minOrlando International Airport
45–55 minLEGOLAND Florida Resort
80–95 minCocoa Beach / Atlantic coast
90–110 minClearwater area / Gulf coast
Minutes awayUS-192 dining, shopping and services
Verified 2026 ownership costs
Emerald Island uses a master-plus-neighborhood fee structure
The correct total depends on whether the property belongs to the Villas townhome association or the Manors single-family association.
$672 per month combined
$367 master assessment + $305 Villas assessment. Confirm both components and their current inclusions on the master and neighborhood estoppels.
$482 per month combined
$367 master assessment + $115 Manors assessment. Confirm the legal neighborhood, both estoppels and property-specific maintenance responsibilities.
Buyer and transfer charges
Current records show a $2,800 master capital contribution, a $200 contribution to the applicable neighborhood association and a $150 transfer fee. These are separate from recurring assessments.
A possible overnight guest-vehicle charge is intentionally not quoted because two current first-party sources conflict. Team Donovan will verify the current vehicle policy before a buyer relies on it.
Ownership intelligence
Rules and responsibilities still require property-specific checks
| Association structure | Every property pays the master assessment plus either the Villas townhome or Manors single-family neighborhood assessment. Confirm the exact legal association before comparing carrying costs. |
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| Short-term rental | Short-term rental use is permitted and current manager information reports no community minimum stay. County licensing, property eligibility, occupancy and management rules still require verification. |
| Buyer charges | Budget separately for the $2,800 master contribution, $200 applicable neighborhood contribution and $150 transfer fee, subject to current estoppels and contract allocation. |
| Maintenance and insurance | Association coverage varies by property type. Confirm exterior, roof, structural-reserve and building-insurance responsibilities from current Villas or Manors documents. |
| Private pool | Inspect the surface, equipment, heater, enclosure and deck. Budget for servicing, utilities and future replacement; not every property has the same pool or spa features. |
| Management and bookings | Emerald Island does not require one central rental program. Review any existing management agreement, termination terms, bookings, owner-use restrictions and transfer arrangements. |
| Pets | Current manager confirmation reports no specific association pet restriction. Still verify governing documents, insurance requirements and any rental-manager rules for the property. |
| Vehicles and guests | Gate registration and overnight vehicle procedures can change. Obtain the current written policy rather than relying on a prior guest guide or listing description. |
Buyer and seller guidance
Advice built around the way resort property actually trades
For buyers
Compare condition, location, pool orientation, floor plan, furnishings, management and true operating costs before deciding which home represents value.
Plan an Emerald Island purchase →For sellers
Position the home within the correct Villas or Manors competitive set, document upgrades, gather both association estoppels, prepare the inventory and avoid installing sale signage until the current community policy is confirmed.
Request a selling strategy →For overseas owners
Coordinate access, preparation, marketing, contracts and closing remotely, with clear guidance around FIRPTA and the professionals needed for tax questions.
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Find the right Emerald Island property
Compare live listings by bedroom count, property type and the features buyers ask about most.
Current opportunities
Emerald Island Resort homes and townhomes for sale
Live IDX results should be confirmed against the legal community name and property details. If a search is incomplete, Team Donovan can run a direct MLS review.
Emerald Island Resort Homes for Sale
Frequently asked questions
Emerald Island ownership, explained simply
How close is Emerald Island to Walt Disney World?
The community is commonly described as approximately three miles from the Disney area. Actual time depends on the park entrance, traffic, construction and time of day.
What types of properties are available?
Verified resale inventory includes three- and four-bedroom townhomes and four- through eight-bedroom single-family homes. Current examples range from about 1,291 to 3,123 square feet, but active inventory changes.
What are the current Emerald Island HOA fees?
Current 2026 records show a $367 monthly master assessment plus $305 monthly for Villas townhomes, or $115 monthly for Manors single-family homes. That produces representative combined totals of $672 and $482 per month respectively. Confirm both estoppels for the property.
Can I use an Emerald Island home as a short-term rental?
Yes, subject to the property and current rules. Direct manager information reports no community minimum stay, but county licensing, governing documents, occupancy requirements and property-specific eligibility still require verification.
Do all single-family homes have private pools?
No. Private screened pools are common among single-family homes, but pool, spa, enclosure and outlook features vary. Townhomes generally rely more heavily on community facilities.
What amenities does Emerald Island offer?
Verified amenity records include clubhouse and pool facilities, fitness, restaurant or bar service, playground, tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, mini golf, walking trails, front-desk services, business facilities and arcade or game-room space. Hours and charges can change.
What should a seller prepare before listing?
Prepare both association records, rental and management documents, booking information where relevant, a complete furniture inventory, utility history and records of important improvements or replacements. Confirm the current sign policy before installing sale signage.
How does Team Donovan help international owners?
We coordinate the sale locally, provide clear remote updates and help owners understand preparation, contracts and closing, including when specialist tax or FIRPTA guidance is needed.
What are the pet rules?
Current manager confirmation reports no specific association pet restriction. Buyers should still confirm governing documents, insurance requirements and any rental-manager rules for the property.
Make a confident Emerald Island decision
Whether you are buying, selling or reviewing an existing vacation-home investment, Team Donovan will help you understand the property, the community and the market around it.
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