Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
University Estates
East Orlando living with room to breathe
3
Homes for sale
$541,500
Median list price
$233
Avg price / sqft
15
Median days on market
University Estates sits in East Orlando, an area anchored by the East River High, Corner Lake Middle, and East Lake Elementary school assignments and a straightforward 26-minute run into downtown Orlando. Homes here lean toward space over flash, with a median footprint around 2,269 square feet — the kind of place where families settle in rather than pass through. If you're weighing this pocket against livelier neighborhoods like Metro West or the newer streets of Laureate Park, University Estates reads calmer and more residential.
The market here is tight and moving. With just 3 active listings and homes going in a median of 13 days, buyers should be ready to act — inventory turns over faster than you can casually shop. Over the last year 14 homes sold at a median of $550,000, with sellers collecting about 96% of asking, so this is a market where fair offers close and lowballs stall.
University Estates is a community in Orlando, Florida.
Quick facts
$525,000 – $565K price range
2,269 sqft median home
$100/mo median HOA
14 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in University Estates
$541,500
14962 FAVERSHAM CIRCLE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,231 sqft
$525,000$550,000
14975 FAVERSHAM CIRCLE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,269 sqft
$565,000$635,000
4736 SUDBURY DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,520 sqft
Every active listing inside the University Estates boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The University Estates market
14
Sold, last 12 months
$550,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
38 days
Median time to sell
University Estates vs Orlando
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the University Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools University Estates is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median University Estates home
≈ $3,562/mo
$541,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$100/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,856
Median age
44
Median income
$138,750
Median home value
$432,800
Beyond the listings
Living in University Estates
Lifestyles
Top 2% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Entertainment
Top 4% 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.
Emotional
Top 4% in the U.S.Memory Lane
Intentionally preserving memories of lost loved ones, joyful times, or reflecting on painful experiences in the past.
Active
Top 6% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 10% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Relationships
Top 11% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
On the calendar
Near University Estates
Jul
16
Thu
Salsa Dance Class
8:30pm
The Salsa Cubana class offers a fun and energetic environment, focusing on body movement, musicality, and styling for both men and women. It's a judgment-free zone where…
Jul
18
Sat
Jim Florentine
6:00 PM
Get ready to laugh with Jim Florentine, a multifaceted comedian known for his work on VH1 Classic's That Metal Show, Comedy Central's "Crank Yankers," and his popular pod…
Jul
23
Thu
Louis Tomlinson
7:00pm
Louis Tomlinson is an English singer-songwriter and former member of the popular boy band One Direction. Since the group's hiatus in 2016, he has forged a successful solo…
Aug
7
Fri
Baldwin Park First Fridays
5:30pm
First Fridays promises an exciting evening full of charms, cycling themes to keep everyone's pulse racing. Attendees can indulge in local delights from superb restaurants…
Aug
7
Fri
Drawn to Video: Patrick Moser
The Drawn to Video exhibition features artist Patrick Moser and explores the foundational role of drawing in the creative journey of multidisciplinary artists. The exhibi…
Sep
4
Fri
Friday After Five
5:30 PM
Baldwin Park transforms its Village Center into an open-air gathering spot where locals shop vendor booths, grab food and drinks from neighborhood spots, and settle in fo…
People who close here
Our Orlando experts
Straight answers
University Estates FAQs
Is University Estates a good place to live?+
It's a settled residential pocket of East Orlando with larger homes and a clean commute — about 26 minutes to downtown and 34 to the airport. Families often choose it for the East River High, Corner Lake Middle, and East Lake Elementary school assignments. It trades nightlife and density for quiet, which suits buyers who want a home base rather than a scene.
Is University Estates expensive?+
It sits in the mid-$500s, with a median list price of $541,500 and homes ranging from $525,000 to $565,000. That's a solid middle ground for Orlando — more than starter neighborhoods but well below the luxury tiers you'll find in areas like Metro West. At roughly $233 per square foot, you're paying for space here.
What do homes cost in University Estates?+
Active listings run $525,000 to $565,000 with a median of $541,500, and homes sold over the past year came in at a median of $550,000. Expect around 2,269 square feet at about $233 per square foot. Values have held steady, with sellers averaging 96% of their asking price.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and quick — only 3 homes are active and the median time on market is 13 days. Fourteen homes sold in the past year, so turnover is steady but supply is thin at any given moment. Buyers should be pre-approved and ready to move when a listing they like appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is about $100 per month, which is on the lighter side for a community with shared structure. Property taxes run around $4,782 a year at current values. Together those carrying costs are reasonable for a home in the mid-$500s.
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