Vizcaya
85-acre Mediterranean enclave on the Sand Lake Chain — gated and boat-accessible.
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$1.9M
Median Price
$1M – $4M
220
Homes
$505–$510
Monthly HOA
2001
Established
Dr. Phillips Elementary
School Zone
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Background
A brief history
Vizcaya was platted in 2001 across 85 acres of lakefront land touching Big Sand Lake, Little Sand Lake, and Lake Serene — the connected three-lake system known as the Sand Lake Chain. It was one of the last major lakefront parcels available in Dr. Phillips when the community broke ground. The developer leaned hard into a Mediterranean design standard — tile roofs, stucco exteriors, arched entries, circular drives — and the architectural review board enforced it consistently through the build-out, which ran through about 2012. The result is one of the most visually coherent gated communities in Dr. Phillips: walk or drive any interior street and the architectural vocabulary is unmistakable. A small wave of 2020+ teardowns has introduced a handful of transitional rebuilds, but the overall Mediterranean character remains dominant.
The feel
What it's like to live here
Vizcaya is the Dr. Phillips answer for buyers who want Sand Lake Chain frontage with a younger, more architecturally controlled community than Bay Hill offers. The gate is staffed during peak hours and keypad-access after. Streets loop around interior parcels and back onto the community's lakefront — homes front Big Sand Lake, Little Sand Lake, or Lake Serene depending on the section. Lots run 0.3 to 0.7 acre on the interior and up to 1 acre on true lakefront. The community operates a shared boat ramp and waterfront common area, which gives even non-lakefront owners usable lake access — a differentiator from most Dr. Phillips communities.
The details
What to expect
Architecture & Lots
Heavily Mediterranean revival — tile roofs, stucco, arched entries, circular drives — by design and architectural review. Main homes 3,800–7,500 square feet. A minority of 2020+ transitional rebuilds. Interior lots 0.3–0.7 acre; lakefront lots up to 1 acre.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Keypad-access gate (no guard on-site), shared boat ramp onto the Sand Lake Chain, waterfront common area with dock slips, community pool and clubhouse, pickleball and tennis courts. The lake access is the defining amenity — the Sand Lake Chain (Big Sand, Little Sand, Lake Serene) is a connected three-lake system that supports ski boats, pontoons, and jet skis.
HOA Rules & Fees
Monthly dues $505 ($1,515/quarter, confirmed via MLS). Fee includes cable TV, internet, community pool maintenance, maintenance grounds, private road upkeep, and recreational facilities. Active architectural review — exterior changes require pre-approval. Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease. Boat slip assignments are separate from home ownership in some sections.
Schools
Zoned for Dr. Phillips Elementary, Southwest Middle, and Dr. Phillips High. The First Academy is 10 minutes.
Access & Commute
Four minutes to Restaurant Row, 10 minutes to I-4, 15 minutes to Disney, 25 minutes to MCO and downtown Orlando. The Apopka-Vineland gate can back up during peak drop-off — the secondary entrance is faster.
Community
Amenities
- Keypad-gated entrance (no guard on-site)
- Sand Lake Chain frontage (Big Sand, Little Sand, Lake Serene)
- Community boat ramp, dock slips, and waterfront common area
- Community pool, clubhouse, pickleball and tennis courts
- HOA includes cable TV, internet, pool + grounds maintenance
- Architecturally coherent Mediterranean design across 85 acres
Know Before You Buy
HOA rules worth knowing
- Monthly HOA $505 ($1,515/quarter) — MLS-confirmed Apr 2026
- All exterior changes require architectural review
- Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease
- Boat slip assignments separate from property in some sections
- Fencing restricted on front elevations
Education
School assignments
- Dr. Phillips Elementary
- Southwest Middle School
- Dr. Phillips High School
- The First Academy (private)
School zone assignments change. Verify with Orange County Public Schools before purchase.
Market Commentary
What the market is doing
Current median sits in the $1.8M–$2.1M band. Interior non-waterfront homes trade $1M–$1.8M depending on renovation. Homes with protected water views move $2M–$2.8M. True Big Sand Lake lakefront with private docks trades $3M–$4M. The three biggest value drivers are direct lake frontage, private dock presence, and whether the home has been renovated from its original early-2000s finishes. Price-per-square-foot runs $320 for dated originals and $450+ for renovated or new-build lakefront homes.
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Information on this page is compiled from public records, MLS data, community associations, and broker observation. Price ranges, HOA fees, school assignments, and community amenities change — verify all details with MaxLife Realty and the relevant community association before making a purchase decision. Ryan Solberg, Broker, License #BK3354351. MaxLife Realty, 321.373.3536.