So… you’re dreaming of palm trees instead of snow shovels, fireworks instead of front porch boredom, and weekends filled with churros, characters, and sunshine? You’re in the right place.
Welcome to Living in Orlando—your go-to collection of guides, stories, and insider tips on what it’s really like to call the magic home. Whether you’re relocating for work, chasing the dream of living near Walt Disney World, or just exploring what life looks like in Central Florida, these articles will help you picture yourself here.
I cover everything from the best neighborhoods for Disney fans and top schools to cost of living breakdowns, buyer tips, and the hidden gems locals love. It’s like a digital park map… but for your future lifestyle.
✨Scroll down and explore—each post is packed with real advice, local insight, and a sprinkle of pixie dust to help you find the story (and the zip code) that fits your dream.
If you’ve been dreaming about living near Walt Disney World… building a life where fireworks are part of your weekly routine… and trading stress for sunshine… this is your official roadmap. Buying a home near Disney isn’t complicated… it’s just unfamiliar if you’ve...
If you’re thinking about buying a home near Disney World, you’ve probably seen headlines, charts, graphs, and numbers that all seem to be arguing with each other. One article says prices are rising… another says prices are stabilizing… another says inventory is up…...
What New Home Construction Type Do You Want Living Near Disney? Two Paths to the Same Dream If you're planning a move to the Disney area, you're probably juggling a lot… new job timelines, school schedules, relocation logistics, and the ever-present excitement of...
If you’re exploring new construction near Walt Disney World, you’ve probably noticed something right away… Almost every community has an HOA… some have CDDs… and they all seem to have different rules. For out-of-state buyers, this can feel overwhelming.For first-time...
There’s nothing quite like stepping into your brand-new home near Disney for the first time.It’s that moment where you can feel your next chapter taking shape…where the dream starts becoming real…where the magic isn’t just in the parks anymore… it’s in your future...
If you’re exploring new construction in the Disney area, you may have discovered one surprising truth: Builders all speak a slightly different language. Some use packages…some use design centers…some include certain features…some offer specific structural options…and...
If you’re moving to the Disney area, chances are you’re asking one of the most common questions my buyers ask: “Should we buy new construction… or resale?” And here’s the truth… There is no wrong choice. There’s only the choice that fits your lifestyle, your timing,...
Building a home near Walt Disney World is one of those pinch-me life chapters.You pick the community… the floor plan… the layout that fits your family… and suddenly your life starts to feel like the beginning of a whole new story. But along with the excitement comes a...
When you change your zip code… your whole routine changes too. If you’re planning a move to the Disney area, you’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and overwhelm. You’re dreaming of sunshine mornings, fireworks nights, and creating a life that feels lighter… but...
If you’re a parent planning a move near Walt Disney World, you’ve probably felt this moment… You’re scrolling through Horizon West, Winter Garden, Windermere, Dr. Phillips, Celebration, Lake Nona, Davenport…they all look great… but in totally different ways…and...
When you’re moving your family near Disney World, one of the biggest stress points is figuring out how schools work here. New districts.New terminology.Different programs.And tools that feel like they’re written in another language. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, I...
If you’re moving your family near Disney World, the parks might be what caught your heart…but schools are what shape your everyday life. And if you’re feeling overwhelmed trying to understand the school options here… you’re not alone.Every week, I talk to parents who...
