Lakes of Windermere Homes in Windermere, FL
An established Windermere community built 2002 to 2013 with single family homes, the Lake Reams townhomes and the gated Peachtree section: community pools and tennis, modest HOA dues, and no CDD on the 2026 Orange County tax roll.
$540K
Median closed sale, 12 months
28
Median days on market
2002–13
Years built, homes sold this year
None
CDD on the 2026 tax roll, parcels we checked
Stellar MLS closed sales, twelve months to October 26, 2026. Updated October 2026.
Living in Lakes of Windermere
Lakes of Windermere sits in the 34786 zip in southwest Windermere, between the town and Horizon West.
It is platted in several sections. Most of the homes are single family, from about 1,700 to 3,750 square feet; the Lake Reams townhomes run about 1,200 to 1,550 square feet; and Peachtree is a gated section of single family homes.
Why buyers pick it: a Windermere address and the Windermere High zone at prices well below the gated golf communities, mature landscaping, and no CDD on the county tax roll. The tradeoff is age. Many homes are 15 to 20 years old, so roofs and systems are the conversation.
How it compares with Isleworth, Keene’s Pointe and the rest of the town is in our Windermere guide.
Lakes of Windermere home prices
Over the twelve months to October 26, 2026, Stellar MLS shows 41 closed sales at a median of $540,000, about $237 per square foot, with a median of 28 days on market.
Zillow’s typical value for Windermere as a whole was $709,948 in September 2026, which is why Lakes of Windermere is one of the more affordable ways into the 34786 zip.
| Home type | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Reams townhomes | $302K to $392K | 13 sales, median $353,000. About 1,200 to 1,550 sq ft |
| Single family | $460K to $1.95M | 28 sales, median $617,500. About 1,700 to 3,750 sq ft |
| Private pool homes | Upper range | 6 of the 41 sales had a private pool |
Lakes of Windermere HOA and CDD
Short answer: HOA yes, and no CDD. The 2026 Orange County tax roll shows no CDD assessment on the parcels we checked, and MLS shows “CDD: No” on every closed sale in the last twelve months.
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HOA dues by section
On this year’s single family sales, MLS lists master association dues of about $225 to $245 a quarter. The gated Peachtree section lists about $510 to $530 a quarter, and the Lake Reams townhomes about $200 a month. Amenities listed on MLS include community pools, tennis courts, playgrounds and parks.
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No Community Development District
We checked three parcels, one each in the main section, the Lake Reams townhomes and Peachtree on the Orange County Property Appraiser’s 2026 record: no CDD line, only the county’s standard garbage, stormwater and street light charges of about $430 to $730 a year. All 41 closed sales in the last twelve months also show no CDD in Stellar MLS. We still confirm it on the specific home before you write an offer.
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Older homes, real inspections
With homes built from 2002 on, roof age and the insurance quote matter as much as the price. We get both before you waive anything.
Schools and drive times
For 2026 to 2027, OCPS splits Lakes of Windermere at the elementary level: the main section is zoned for Sunset Park Elementary, while Peachtree and the Lake Reams townhomes are zoned for Bay Lake Elementary. Every section goes to Horizon West Middle and Windermere High. OCPS redraws zones as this side of the county grows, so we check every address before you write an offer.
| School or destination | School or drive time |
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| Elementary | Sunset Park (main section) or Bay Lake (Peachtree, Lake Reams) |
| Middle | Horizon West Middle |
| High | Windermere High |
| Hamlin Town Center | About 16 minutes, 6 miles |
| Magic Kingdom | About 25 minutes, 12 miles |
| Downtown Winter Garden | About 19 minutes, 9 miles |
| Downtown Orlando | About 32 minutes, 17 miles |
Buying or selling in Lakes of Windermere
What we tell buyers before they tour, and sellers before they list.
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Price the roof and the insurance
A 2004 home with its original roof is a different purchase from a 2012 home with a new one. Get the insurance quote before the inspection period ends.
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Know which section you are in
Dues, the gate and even the elementary school can change by section. We confirm all three on every address.
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Sellers: it still moves fast
At 28 median days on market, Lakes of Windermere is quicker than the 34786 zip as a whole. Priced right, it goes under contract in under a month.
What buyers say
“I was totally amazed with Vlad and my search for a dream home. He was honest, cordial and very informative. I never felt pressured or rushed.”
Lakes of Windermere questions
Still wondering about something? Ask us directly or call (813) 992-3073.
How much do homes in Lakes of Windermere cost in 2026?
Over the twelve months to October 2026, the median closed sale was $540,000 on 41 sales. The Lake Reams townhomes sold between $302,500 and $392,000 with a median of $353,000, and single family homes sold between $460,000 and $1.95 million with a median of $617,500 (Stellar MLS).
Does Lakes of Windermere have a CDD?
No. The 2026 Orange County tax roll shows no Community Development District assessment on the three parcels, one each in the main section, the Lake Reams townhomes and Peachtree we checked, only standard county charges of about $430 to $730 a year, and all 41 closed sales in the last twelve months show no CDD in Stellar MLS.
What are the HOA fees in Lakes of Windermere?
On this year’s single family sales, MLS lists about $225 to $245 a quarter for the master association. The gated Peachtree section lists about $510 to $530 a quarter, and the Lake Reams townhomes about $200 a month.
Is Lakes of Windermere gated?
Most of it is not. Peachtree is the gated section, and it carries higher dues.
What schools serve Lakes of Windermere?
For 2026 to 2027, the main section is zoned for Sunset Park Elementary, while Peachtree and the Lake Reams townhomes are zoned for Bay Lake Elementary. All sections go to Horizon West Middle and Windermere High (OCPS Find My School, checked October 2026).
Windermere, without the gate fee?
One call and we will pull this month’s Lakes of Windermere comps for the section you like.