Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
Southern Oaks
Established Orlando living with room to breathe
1
Homes for sale
$895,000
Median list price
$258
Avg price / sqft
46
Median days on market
Southern Oaks sits in the heart of Orange County, an established Orlando pocket where larger lots and mature streets set the tone. Homes here run generous — the median is around 3,469 square feet — and the low HOA keeps day-to-day ownership simple. It's the kind of neighborhood buyers cross-shop against other central Orlando homes for sale like Metro West and Laureate Park when they want space without heading to the exurbs.
The market here is tight and calm. With just one active listing at $895,000 and only 10 sales in the past year, inventory moves at a measured pace — a median of 45 days — and sellers are collecting 98% of asking. For a buyer, that means less bidding chaos than hotter corners of the city but also fewer choices, so being ready to move when the right home lists matters. Compared to areas like South Semoran, this is a more premium, space-driven segment.
Southern Oaks is a community in Orlando, Florida.
Quick facts
$895,000 – $895K price range
3,469 sqft median home
$21/mo median HOA
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Southern Oaks
Every active listing inside the Southern Oaks boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Southern Oaks market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$777,500
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
25 days
Median time to sell
Southern Oaks vs Orlando
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 9.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Southern Oaks boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Southern Oaks is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Southern Oaks home
≈ $5,888/mo
$895,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$21/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,464
Median age
39
Median income
$97,585
Median home value
$374,087
Beyond the listings
Living in Southern Oaks
Food & Drink
Top 1% in the U.S.Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Food & Drink
Top 1% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Lifestyles
Top 4% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Food & Drink
Top 5% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 6% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Entertainment
Top 6% 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.
On the calendar
Near Southern Oaks
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View of Oyster Bay
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Being Outdoors
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The Captivating Unknown
The event, The Captivating Unknown, is an art exhibition that explores humanity's fascination with the cosmos through various artistic mediums. The works on display aim t…
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I Remember When...Reflections From The RMA Staff
This exhibition, curated by the staff of the Rollins Museum of Art, showcases a diverse range of media and themes, all centered around the concept of memory and storytell…
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Pathways
This exhibition, a collaboration between the Rollins Museum of Art and the UCF Art Gallery, showcases the diverse works of emerging Florida artists, handpicked by a panel…
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Thursday Thinks Trivia
7:30pm
This challenging trivia night promises a wide range of engaging questions, ensuring something new and exciting for everyone - from pop culture, geography, and history, to…
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Straight answers
Southern Oaks FAQs
Is Southern Oaks a good place to live?+
It's an established central Orlando neighborhood built around larger single-family homes, with a median size near 3,469 square feet and a very low $21/month HOA. Homes are zoned to William R Boone High and Pershing School, and you're roughly 44 minutes from Walt Disney World. It suits buyers who want space and stability over a busy, high-turnover community.
Is Southern Oaks expensive?+
It sits toward the upper end of central Orlando pricing, with the current active listing at $895,000 and last year's median sold price at $777,500. It's a premium space-driven segment compared to more affordable areas like South Semoran, though the low HOA helps keep monthly costs down.
What do homes cost in Southern Oaks?+
The one active listing is priced at $895,000, while homes sold over the past 12 months carried a median sold price of $777,500. Pricing works out to roughly $258 per square foot across a market of larger homes.
How is the market in Southern Oaks?+
It's a low-inventory, measured market — just one home is active right now and only 10 sold in the last year. Homes take a median of 45 days to sell, and sellers are averaging 98% of their asking price, so well-priced listings move without the frenzy seen elsewhere in Orlando.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The HOA is low at a median of $21 per month, which keeps community costs minimal. Property taxes are the larger line item, with a median around $11,287 per year reflecting the neighborhood's higher home values.
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