An older community with a dense commerical corridor
Maitland is one of the oldest municipalities in Central Florida that sports a growing commercial corridor with several million-dollar lakefront estates. Waterfront spaces like Maitland Lake offer quickly accessible outdoor recreation, and Orlando Avenue is flanked by a diverse collection of restaurants, stores, and service businesses. "People who live here stay here," says Realtor Lindsay Chancellor Keller Williams Elite Partners III Realty. Chancellor has sold homes across the area for nearly 5 years. "The primary appeal of Maitland is the location. Maitland is close enough to Walt Disney World Resorts and beaches to be convenient but far enough away to avoid the crowd."
Lakefront homes cost over a million
Many homes were built in the 1970s and 80s, which means large interiors and big lots for price tags between $450,000 and $850,000. "Instead of tearing down old homes, like in nearby [areas], people are renovating," Chancellor says. "Which is reinvigorating the [community]." The most common style is mid-century modern, with a wide footprint and floor-to-ceiling windows. Lakefront homes, like those along the shores of Lake Minnehaha and Lake Sybelia, exceed the million-dollar mark, a few reaching $4 million. Homes on the waterfront are sprawling ranch styles with elaborate porches and multi-story, contemporary homes with stately entrances.
A row of mid-century single family home in Maitland.
A row of beautiful waterfront homes in Maitland.
Experience the grandeur of Spanish influenced waterfront homes in Maitland.
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Orange County Public Schools is a top-rated school district
Public institutions are served by Orange County Public Schools, which earned an overall A-minus on Niche. Students kickstart their education at Lake Sybelia Elementary School, which scored a B on Niche. Students advance to Maitland Middle School, a top-rated school with an A-minus on Niche. Students head to Edgewater High School to earn their degrees. The high school features ample extracurriculars, like Chess Club, Outdoors Club and Gaming Club. Niche gave the high school an overall B-plus.
Edgewater High School Entrance
Maitland Middle School located in the Maitland neighborhood of Florida.
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Ample community parks cover Maitland
Covered Bridge Park is a treasured spot among locals, known for the Majestic Vine Covered Bridge and the Softly Bubbling Nina Canal. Residents have a relaxing afternoon at the Jim Houser Azalea Garden before taking their boat out for a ride at Fort Maitland Park. Locals also enjoy a walk along the boardwalk or jogging trail at Lake Lilly Park. Sports enthusiasts hang out at Maitland Community Park, which features tennis, basketball, and racquetball courts.
Lake Lily Park caters to picnics and event under their beautiful Gazebo.
A beautiful aerial view of Lake Lily park in Maitland.
The grand entrance to Maitland Community Park.
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Jazz music, record shopping and trivia
For a night out of the house, residents have plenty of options. Locals can see an independent film at Enzian Theater and then hang out with friends at the patio bar. Residents listen to live jazz music at Jazz Tastings or stop by The Cooper Rocket Pub for its weekly trivia night. Locals browse bins of records, pick out a comic book, or peruse the memorabilia collection at Blackbird Roost. For dinner, Kappy Subs is a 50s-style no-frills diner that serves up American classics like cheeseburgers and milkshakes. Other options include a plate of spaghetti on the terrace at Antonio's Italian Restaurant, which features a downstairs market. And when locals need to grab groceries, a Publix is in the heart of Maitland.
When wanting a night out on the town, see an independent film at Enzian Theater in Maitland.
Browse records, pick out a comic book or peruse the memorabilia collection at Blackbird Roost.
Publix super market in Maitland.
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Local get down at Getdown
Getdown Downtown is a monthly block party with good food, live music and a kids' play zone. Many residents stop by Lake Lily Park for fresh produce at the weekly farmer's market. And locals participate in a paranormal investigation at the Waterhouse Resident Museum during Halloween.
Orlando is only 10 miles away
The LYNX Transit System serves Maitland, and several bus stops line North Orlando Avenue. Locals driving into Orlando commonly hop on Highway 4 for a 10-mile trip into the heart of downtown. A few hospital branches of Advent Health are nearby. Advent Health Orlando is 5 miles south, and Advent Health Altamonte Springs is 4 miles north. The Orlando International Airport is 28 miles away when locals need to catch a flight.
Brad Bolton began his career in the investment world, spending 8 years as Regional V.P. of Florida and the Caribbean for Axa Advisors where he managed stockbrokers and CPA's. In 2006, Brad started his career as a Realtor, working primarily in the luxury vacation market with over $150 million in sales. In 2012, he re-entered the investment world and was instrumental to Blackstone's Invitation Homes when it launched in Florida, purchasing, renovating, leasing, and managing over a one-billion-dollar portfolio of single-family homes. Brad went on to join the executive team at Starwood Waypoint Homes before going public in 2014 as SWAY. After leaving SWAY, he purchased and flipped 218 homes in 2015 and 2016. As a partner with Kendrick Realty 2017 - 2019, a company with offices in FL and CA, his team had 915 transactions in its 1st two years of operation and was one of the top 10 generators and purchasers of internet leads in the US. Brad is an ex-basketball player and cancer survivor. One of his favorite quotes is “Life is a series of choices. Choose wisely.”
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