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Access to Lake Rowena and Leu Gardens
Like many neighborhoods in Orlando, Rowena Gardens borders a lake, the namesake Lake Rowena. But the neighborhood sets itself apart with access to the local businesses on Mills Avenue as well as the Harry P. Leu Gardens, the neighborhood centerpiece and one of the city’s most popular public green spaces. “One of the benefits of being in this neighborhood is it’s extremely walkable,” says Jennifer D’hollander, executive director of the Leu Gardens. “There are wonderful neighborhood niches with restaurants and shops, and then you’ve got the amazing and beautiful Leu Gardens.”
One-story homes and lakeside estates
Along the quiet side streets off Mills Avenue, homes in Rowena Gardens were mainly built in the 1950s and ’60s, often in Florida's traditional one-story architecture with low-slung, gabled metal roofs. Many homes have porches, some with lanais to provide even more outdoor living space. Prices typically range between the mid-$600,000s and mid-$700,000s. The neighborhood also has several modern lakefront homes on Lake Rowena, which are usually larger and more expensive but rarely on the market.
Highly rated Orange County schools
Orange County Public Schools serves Rowena Gardens, and students can attend Audubon Park School for kindergarten through eighth grade. Audubon Park School receives an A-minus grade from Niche. The neighborhood is zoned for Edgewater High School, which receives a B-plus, or Winter Park High School, which receives an A-plus while being ranked the third-best public high school in the Orlando area. Students at Winter Park High can enroll in the school’s International Baccalaureate program.
Exploring the botanic specimens at Leu Gardens
The Leu Gardens are the cornerstone of the neighborhood and a major attraction in Orlando. Harry P. Leu deeded his property to the city in 1961, but he utilized his land like a public garden for years beforehand. “He would invite people to come in and look at his plants and enjoy his plants,” D’hollander says. “He would have people come and drive through long before he ever thought about donating it. I think it’s a lovely legacy that we get to continue to share it with the public.” Today, the Leu Gardens roll across 50 acres of cultivated green space with around 15,000 specimens. Several levels of membership are available for purchase, as well as free admission days each month.
Hip restaurants and shopping along Mills Avenue
The Mills 50 district is adjacent to Rowena Gardens, offering some of the city’s most vibrant shopping and dining options. The Mills Park shopping center features high-end chain eateries like Firebirds Wood Fired Grill along with a Fresh Market for groceries. Local spots along Mills Avenue include Pig Floyd’s Urban BBQ and TaKo Cheena’s Mexican-Asian fusion. Virginia Drive also features several restaurants, breweries and bars, such as Ten10 Brewing Company, which also offers an event space for small gatherings. For a neighborhood watering hole, residents can head down Virginia Drive toward Lake Ivanhoe where they'll find The Hideaway, a community staple dive bar. Colonial Drive — also known as Route 50, the second half of Mills 50 — also features plenty of dining options, especially Vietnamese cuisine.
Museums around Loch Haven Park
Leu Gardens has many community events, including art walks and movie nights. However, residents can also venture across Mills Avenue to Loch Haven Park, the epicenter of Orlando’s arts and culture scene. The Orlando Museum of Art has been open for over a century and offers tours and book clubs. The Orlando Science Center is located across the park and has several hands-on exhibits and events for kids and adults alike. “The Science Center is very cool because it’s very interactive,” says Tom Langmann, a Realtor with Re/Max 200 Realty who has lived in Orlando for 40 years. “My kids growing up had field trips going there. There’s just so much you can do.” Meanwhile, theatergoers can enjoy productions at both the Orlando Family Stage and Orlando Shakes.
Locals also venture to Orlando's famous theme parks, several of which offer discounted passes for locals. Universal Orlando Resort is 12 miles southwest, while Walt Disney World is roughly 20 miles down Interstate 4.
Increasing access for pedestrians and bicyclists in Orlando
Rowena Gardens sits off one of Orlando’s busiest corridors, Mills Avenue. Downtown is 3 miles away, while nearby I-4 runs through Central Florida, leading east to Daytona Beach and west to Tampa. The city has worked to increase pedestrian and bicycle access, including the Orlando Urban Trail, which runs along Mills Avenue across from Rowena Gardens. Many area restaurants and shops are walkable, especially around Mills and nearby Virginia Drive. “There are a ton of activities where you don’t need a car,” Langmann says. “You can just get out and enjoy some fresh air and walk.”
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Transit
Airport
Orlando International
24 min drive
Bus
N Mills Ave And Mccamy St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rowena Gardens
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rowena Gardens, Orlando sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Rowena Gardens, Orlando over the last 12 months is $693,000, up 29% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
350
Median Age
47
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$165,740
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$177,870
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
85.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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