Bird Island is a local landmark and place for boaters in Windermere.
Aerial view of Lake Butler.
Grab lunch or dinner at BurgerFi in Lake Butler.
Tall well established oak trees bring charm to neighborhood streets.
Bring out the Flotilla and enjoy a party on the water with family and friends.

Windermere, FL Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,738

Population

2,921

Renter Mix

12% Rent

Small-town charm abounds between Downtown Orlando and Walt Disney World

Suburban Family-Friendly Scenic

Windermere is a small, lake-rich town in Orange County, just southwest of Orlando, where the pace slows down without losing easy access to one of Florida's most active metro economies. The town sits among the Butler Chain of Lakes, a series of connected waterways that shape the character of the area and make outdoor recreation a natural part of everyday life. Its location keeps residents within a short drive of Orlando's major employment corridors, including the healthcare, tourism, and tech sectors that anchor the regional job market. Valencia College and the University of Central Florida are both accessible within the greater Orlando area for those pursuing continuing education.

Neighborhood variety in Windermere ranges from established residential streets near the historic town center to newer planned communities with a mix of single-family homes and townhomes. Renters will find apartment communities that tend toward spacious layouts and resort-style amenities, reflecting the upscale character of the surrounding area. High-rise rentals are not common here; instead, the housing landscape leans toward low- to mid-rise apartment communities and townhome-style rentals with more breathing room between buildings. The overall atmosphere is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of place tied to the natural landscape, proximity to Orlando's cultural offerings, and the easygoing quality of life that draws people to Central Florida's lake country.

Explore the City

Grab lunch or dinner at BurgerFi in Lake Butler.

Tall well established oak trees bring charm to neighborhood streets.

Bring out the Flotilla and enjoy a party on the water with family and friends.

Elaborate courtyards in front of homes greet homeowners or visitors.

Windermere is a charming suburban community in the heart of Central Florida.

Get your steps in along the paved pathways of Central Park in Windermere.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$141,029

Average: $166,975

Education

1,650

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

1,470

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

48 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 17% of Residents

Under 20

21%

Over 65

23%

Housing Distribution

Windermere has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
48%
Other Education
52%

Rent Trends

As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Windermere, FL is $1,738 for one bedroom, $2,110 for two bedrooms, and $2,554 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Windermere has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,738/month
842 Sq Ft
House
$4,216/month
2,642 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,693/month
1,616 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Windermere, FL

Learn More About Windermere

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Keenes Crossing Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

1,000 Students

Keenes Crossing Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

907 Students

Windermere Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

610 Students

Windermere Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

510 Students

Sunset Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

811 Students

Horizon West Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,230 Students

Gotha Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,052 Students

Gotha Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,029 Students

Windermere High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,183 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • George Bailey Park
  • Silver Star Community Park
  • Shadow Bay Park
  • Bill Frederick Park
  • Tibet-Butler Preserve

Airports

  • Orlando International
  • Orlando Sanford International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.