Waterleigh
A master-planned Horizon West community with four amenity centers.
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$720K
Median Price
$500K – $1.2M
2,100
Homes
$180–$260
Monthly HOA
2015
Established
Water Spring Elementary (A-rated)
School Zone
Background
A brief history
Waterleigh was developed starting in 2015 by D.R. Horton on one of Horizon West's largest remaining parcels. The plan called for roughly 2,100 homes delivered over multiple phases with four separate amenity centers, each serving a different residential village within the community. Build-out has run from 2015 through the present, with the final phases still delivering. The community's scale — about 2,100 homes across multiple villages — puts it among the largest master-planned communities in the Horizon West / Windermere area. A short waterfront boardwalk on one of the interior lakes was added in 2018.
The feel
What it's like to live here
Waterleigh has the feel of a large, amenity-dense production community — the trade for scale and amenity is tighter lots and more architectural uniformity than older Windermere communities. The four amenity centers distribute residents across the community so no single pool or clubhouse gets overcrowded. Streets are wide with sidewalks on both sides. Lots run 0.10 to 0.22 acre, small by Windermere standards but typical for Horizon West. The resident base is heavily family with a meaningful share of Disney-employed households and relocation buyers. The lakefront boardwalk and the walking trails connecting the amenity centers are daily-use draws.
The details
What to expect
Architecture & Lots
D.R. Horton production plans delivered 2015–present. Transitional-traditional with stucco, architectural shingle, and brick-accent exteriors. Main homes 1,800–4,200 square feet, 3–5 bedrooms. Lots 0.10 to 0.22 acre.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Four separate amenity centers with pools, clubhouses, fitness rooms, and playgrounds. Lakefront boardwalk on an interior lake. Extensive walking and biking trail network. Active community event calendar. Dog park. The scale of amenity is higher than most Horizon West communities.
HOA Rules & Fees
Monthly dues $180–$260 plus separate CDD assessment on the tax bill (typical $2,200–$3,200/year). Active architectural review for exterior changes. Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease.
Schools
Zoned for Water Spring Elementary (A-rated), Water Spring Middle, and Horizon West High School. The Horizon West school triangle is newer and heavily in demand.
Access & Commute
Three minutes to the 429, 10 minutes to Disney, 25 minutes to Restaurant Row, 30 minutes to Windermere downtown, 40 minutes to MCO and downtown Orlando. The 429 expansion has meaningfully improved north-south commute access.
Community
Amenities
- Four separate amenity centers — pools, clubhouses, fitness
- Lakefront boardwalk on interior lake
- Extensive walking and biking trail network
- Dog park and multiple playgrounds
- Among the largest master-planned communities in Horizon West
Know Before You Buy
HOA rules worth knowing
- Monthly HOA $180–$260
- Separate CDD assessment $2,200–$3,200/year
- Short-term rentals prohibited; 7-month minimum lease
- Active architectural review for exterior changes
Education
School assignments
- Water Spring Elementary (A-rated)
- Water Spring Middle School
- Horizon West High School
School zone assignments change. Verify with Orange County Public Schools before purchase.
Market Commentary
What the market is doing
Current median trades in the $680K–$780K band. Smaller 3–4 bedroom plans move $500K–$650K. Larger 5-bedroom estate plans on premium lots trade $850K–$1.1M. A handful of lakefront or preserve-view plans have closed $1.1M–$1.2M. Price-per-square-foot runs $215 to $275. Lot position (preserve view, pond view, cul-de-sac) drives most of the spread.
Recent Work
Recent sales in Windermere
Representative closings across Windermere. Our Waterleigh off-market pipeline is larger than what's shown here.
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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.