Medical City
Lake Nona’s Medical City includes Nemours Children’s Hospital, the Orlando VA Medical Center, UCF’s College of Medicine and other research and health facilities. It is a major employer and a reason many professionals relocate here.
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Lake Nona homes for sale
Orlando’s newest luxury market — a master-planned community of new homes, lakes, and trails beside Medical City and minutes from the airport.
- City · County
- Orlando · Orange
- Primary ZIP
- 32827
- Known for
- Medical City
- To Orlando International
- About 10–15 minutes
Living in Lake Nona
A planned community built around health, sport, and innovation
Lake Nona is a master-planned community of roughly 17 square miles in southeast Orlando, just south of Orlando International Airport. It pairs newer homes, lakes, and trails with Medical City — a cluster of hospitals and research and teaching institutions, including the UCF College of Medicine.
The USTA National Campus brings world-class tennis to the neighborhood, and Lake Nona Town Center adds dining, shopping, and hotels. For luxury buyers, the draw is new construction, modern amenities, and an airport that’s minutes away.
Buying new in Lake Nona?
Much of Lake Nona is new construction. Bring your own broker on your first builder visit.
New construction guidanceLake Nona Neighborhoods
01
Lake Nona Estates
Gated golf and lakefront estates around a private country club — the area’s most established luxury enclave.
02
Laureate Park
A walkable neighborhood of newer homes, parks, and a village center.
03
Northlake Park & beyond
Lakeside neighborhoods and newer phases offering a range of sizes and builders.
Before You Buy
What to know before buying in Lake Nona
- 01
CDD assessments
Many newer Florida communities include Community Development District fees on the tax bill. We show you the full annual cost.
- 02
Builder contracts
New-home contracts favor the builder. We review deposits, timelines, and incentives.
- 03
Flight paths
Being near the airport is convenient; we check noise exposure for each street.
- 04
Resale vs. new
Nearly-new resales can beat builder pricing once upgrades and landscaping are counted.
A Closer Look
How Lake Nona works
Sports and wellness
The USTA National Campus brings tennis to Lake Nona, and the community’s trails, parks and fitness programs are part of its identity. Lake Nona Town Center adds restaurants, shopping and hotels.
Planned by one developer
Lake Nona is a master-planned community developed by Tavistock, with neighborhoods built in phases. That means consistent planning, but also CDD assessments and association rules that vary by village.
Getting around
Orlando International Airport is next door, and SR 417 and SR 528 connect Lake Nona to the rest of the region. Frequent travelers often choose Lake Nona for the short drive to MCO.
Is Lake Nona right for you?
Why buyers choose it
- Next to Orlando International Airport
- Medical City jobs and healthcare
- Newer homes, trails and planned amenities
- Mix of new construction and resales
Trade-offs to weigh
- CDD assessments on many homes
- Flight paths over some neighborhoods
- Ongoing construction as new phases open
- Farther from Winter Park and the northern suburbs
Selling in Lake Nona
Your Lake Nona REALTOR® for selling and buying
Lake Nona resales compete directly with builders offering incentives. We show buyers what your home offers that new construction can’t — a finished lot, mature landscaping, upgrades already in place and no wait — and price it against both resales and new builds.
Questions
Lake Nona real estate FAQ
Is Lake Nona part of the City of Orlando?
Yes. Lake Nona lies within Orlando city limits in Orange County.
What is a CDD fee?
A Community Development District funds roads, utilities, and amenities in many newer Florida communities, and its assessment appears on your property tax bill. We confirm the amount for any home you consider.
What is Lake Nona Medical City?
It is a cluster of hospitals, research facilities and medical schools in Lake Nona, including Nemours Children’s Hospital, the Orlando VA Medical Center and UCF’s College of Medicine.
Is Lake Nona close to the airport?
Yes. Orlando International Airport borders Lake Nona, making it one of the most convenient areas for frequent flyers.
Why use a Lake Nona REALTOR® instead of the builder’s agent?
Model-home sales staff are paid to sell the builder’s homes. An independent Lake Nona REALTOR® represents you, compares new and resale options, and negotiates on your behalf.
Is Lake Nona good for relocating professionals?
Often, yes — especially for medical professionals and frequent travelers, given Medical City and the airport. See our Moving to Orlando guide.
Buying or Selling in Lake Nona
New homes, seasoned advice.
New build or resale in Lake Nona? Get an independent buyer’s broker before you visit the model homes.