Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
Kensington
Close-in Orlando living with a fast-moving market
7
Homes for sale
$384,000
Median list price
$196
Avg price / sqft
28
Median days on market
Kensington sits within easy reach of central Orlando, close enough to Metro West that everyday errands, work commutes, and weekend plans all stay short. With downtown roughly 10 minutes away and Universal about 20, this is a pocket built for people who want to be near the action without living on top of it. It's the kind of established neighborhood that draws buyers looking for a real community rather than a name-brand address.
The market here moves fast — homes are selling at a median of just one day on market, and sellers are pulling in about 98% of asking. With only 7 active listings and a median list price of $384,000, inventory is tight, so decisive buyers do best. If Kensington's pace feels too quick, it's worth comparing nearby Metro West, Laureate Park, and College Park, or scanning the broader pool of Orlando homes for sale.
Kensington is a community in Orlando, Florida.
Quick facts
$355,500 – $655K price range
2,207 sqft median home
$182/mo median HOA
$2,475/mo median rent
21 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Kensington
$450,000
3145 PELL MELL DRIVE, ORLANDO
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,207 sqft
$384,000
3210 PELL MELL DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,215 sqft
$359,999
6616 CORAL COVE DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,928 sqft
$655,000
14664 SAINT GEORGES HILL DRIVE, ORLANDO
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,760 sqft
$355,500$370,000
3027 QUEENSGATE ROAD, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,809 sqft
$358,000$368,000
3222 HAMMERSMITH ROAD, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,043 sqft
$505,000$515,000
1207 ROYAL SAINT GEORGE DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,550 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Kensington market
21
Sold, last 12 months
$525,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
25 days
Median time to sell
Kensington vs Orlando
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 22.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Kensington boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Kensington is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Kensington home
≈ $2,725/mo
$384,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$182/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,475/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,925
Median age
42
Median income
$57,638
Median home value
$210,628
Beyond the listings
Living in Kensington
Culture
Top 1% in the U.S.Hip Hop Culture
Dropping the beat and raising the roof, this population enjoys everything hip hop culture has to offer, including music, dance moves, and fashion.
Culture
Top 7% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Entertainment
Top 9% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Entertainment
Top 11% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Active
Top 17% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Active
Top 21% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
People who close here
Our Orlando experts
Straight answers
Kensington FAQs
Is Kensington a good place to live?+
It's a well-located central-Orlando neighborhood with downtown about 10 minutes away and Universal around 20. Assigned schools include Pinewood Elementary, Robinswood Middle, and Maynard Evans High. Its proximity to areas like Metro West makes daily errands and commutes easy.
Is Kensington expensive?+
It's mid-range for the Orlando area, with a median list price of $384,000 and active listings running from $355,500 up to $655,000. At about $196 per square foot, it's an accessible entry point compared with pricier close-in neighborhoods like College Park.
What do homes cost in Kensington?+
Active listings have a median list price of $384,000, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $525,000. The typical home is around 2,207 square feet, and the median rent is about $2,475 a month if you're weighing renting against buying.
How is the Kensington market right now?+
It's fast and competitive — the median days on market is just 1, and sellers are averaging about 98% of asking. With only 7 active listings against 21 sales in the past year, inventory is limited, so buyers should come prepared to move quickly.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA here is about $182 per month, and median property taxes run roughly $3,724 per year. Those costs are fairly typical for an established Orlando neighborhood and worth factoring into your monthly budget alongside the mortgage.
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