If you are searching for homes for sale in Dr. Phillips Orlando, FL, you are looking at one of southwest Orlando's most established and recognizable residential areas. Dr. Phillips is known for quiet neighborhoods, single-family homes, townhomes, Restaurant Row, Bay Hill, access to the Butler Chain of Lakes, proximity to Universal Orlando and International Drive, and convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, parks, and major Orlando attractions.
Orange County describes Dr. Phillips as an area of residences, businesses, restaurants, and upscale shops, and notes that the community is named after Dr. Philip Phillips, a citrus-industry pioneer whose former land later became Bay Hill and other nearby communities. (Orange County, FL)
This page should be the main Dr. Phillips hub page. It can support neighborhood pages for Bay Hill, Sand Lake Hills, The Cove at Bay Hill, Bay Lakes, and ZIP pages like 32836 and 32819.
Why Buyers Search in Dr. Phillips
- Single-family homes
- Townhomes
- Established neighborhoods
- Quiet residential streets
- Restaurant Row access
- Bay Hill proximity
- Sand Lake Road convenience
- Universal Orlando access
- International Drive access
- Butler Chain of Lakes lifestyle nearby
- Strong daily convenience by car
- Nearby public and private school options
- Move-up homes
- Pool homes
- Golf-community options nearby
- Luxury pockets without every home being ultra-luxury
Dr. Phillips is not one single neighborhood. It is a broader community with multiple housing types and price points. Bay Hill, Sand Lake Hills, The Cove at Bay Hill, and other surrounding pockets can each behave differently.
Where Is Dr. Phillips Located?
- Bay Hill
- Sand Lake Hills
- The Cove at Bay Hill
- Bay Lakes
- Restaurant Row
- Sand Lake Road
- International Drive
- Universal Orlando
- Isleworth
- Lake Butler
- Windermere
- Keene's Pointe
- Lake Butler Sound
- Horizon West
- MetroWest
- Millenia area
- 32819
- 32836
Orange County specifically notes that Dr. Phillips is located on the eastern shore of the Butler Chain of Lakes and that Sand Lake Road's restaurant corridor is known as Restaurant Row. (Orange County, FL)
Dr. Phillips Real Estate Market Snapshot
Dr. Phillips Market Snapshot
New listings last 30 days: 13. Homes sold last 30 days: 14. Median sale-to-asking: 2.32% under asking. Inventory: ~5 months. Range: $379,000 to $841,000. Median $/sqft: $285. 7% sold above asking, 79% sold below asking. Median difference: $17,000 under asking. 43% higher than Greater Orlando metro average. Data updated June 3, 2026. Contact me for current information.
What the Market Data Means for Buyers
Report shows 9 days median, but 79% sold below asking, median difference $17,000 under asking.
Dr. Phillips buyers need to move quickly on strong listings, but they should not blindly overpay. Price, condition, roof age, updates, HOA fees, school zoning, lot, and exact neighborhood still matter.
What Types of Homes Are in Dr. Phillips?
- 67% single-family homes
- 17% semi-detached / townhome-style homes
- 8% large apartment buildings
- 4% small apartment buildings
- 72% owner occupied
- 28% renter occupied
- Median construction year: 1992
- Mainly three-bedroom and four-bedroom homes
- 12-month median sale price: $575,000
- 12-month median sale price per square foot: $287
- Homes sold over the last 12 months: 182
- Median construction year of homes sold over the last 12 months: 1988
Dr. Phillips is not a new-construction-only market. Many homes are established, and the difference between an updated home and a dated home can be massive. Buyers should compare condition, roof age, systems, layout, lot, neighborhood, and HOA rules before judging value.
Dr. Phillips Lifestyle
- Car-friendly score: 8.7/10
- Quiet score: 9.8/10
- Restaurant access: 5.6/10
- Grocery access: 5.1/10
- Shopping access: 3.9/10
- Coffee shop access: 3.5/10
- Cycling-friendly score: 5.7/10
- Pedestrian-friendly score: 3.4/10
- Transit-friendly score: 0/10
- Nightlife score: 5.0/10
- Parks score: 2.8/10
Dr. Phillips is best for buyers who want quiet residential living with strong access to restaurants, schools, shopping, attractions, and southwest Orlando amenities by car. It is not ideal for buyers who want dense walkability or public-transit-first living.
Restaurant Row and Dining Access
Orange County identifies Sand Lake Road as the area's restaurant corridor and says the wide variety of eateries along Sand Lake Road is known as Restaurant Row. (Orange County, FL)
- Big Fin Seafood Kitchen
- Bartaco
- Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine
- Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar
- Paddywagon Irish Pub
- Corona Cigar Company & Drew Estate Lounge
For many buyers, Dr. Phillips works because it feels residential without feeling disconnected. Restaurant Row, Sand Lake Road, Universal, I-Drive, and southwest Orlando shopping are all part of the lifestyle equation.
Parks, Lakes, and Outdoor Access
Orange County lists Dr. P. Phillips Community Park at 8249 Buenavista Woods Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32836, with 43 acres. (Orange County, FL)
Orange County also notes that Dr. Phillips is located along the eastern shore of the Butler Chain of Lakes. (Orange County, FL)
Green spaces: recreation grounds, Meadow, park areas, playgrounds, McDowell Park.
Not every Dr. Phillips home is lakefront, lake-access, park-adjacent, or walkable to outdoor amenities. Buyers should verify whether the specific property is lakefront, water-view, interior-lot, golf-adjacent, park-adjacent, or simply located near broader Dr. Phillips amenities.
Transportation and Commuting
- Sand Lake Road
- Apopka-Vineland Road
- International Drive
- Universal Orlando
- Restaurant Row
- Bay Hill
- Windermere
- Lake Butler
- I-4 access, depending on location
- Downtown Orlando, depending on traffic
- Orlando International Airport, depending on route
- Disney-area corridor, depending on route
Dr. Phillips is best for buyers who drive and want access to southwest Orlando's dining, attractions, schools, shopping, and established neighborhoods without living directly inside the densest tourist corridor.
Schools Near Dr. Phillips
Schools: Bay Meadows Elementary School, Sand Lake Elementary School, Dr. Phillips Elementary School, Orlando Jewish Day School, Champions at Bay Meadows Elementary, Champions at Dr. Phillips Elementary, Learning Center of Dr. Phillips, The Children's Courtyard.
Primary school access 8.2/10, daycare access 9.8/10.
Orange County Public Schools states that students are zoned to schools based on their home address and provides a Find My School resource for current school zoning. (Orange County Public Schools)
Before buying a home in Dr. Phillips, buyers should verify current school zoning directly through Orange County Public Schools using the exact property address. School assignments can change, and listing information may not always be current.
Property Taxes, HOA, and Ownership Research
- Property taxes
- Homestead exemption status
- HOA dues
- What the HOA fee includes
- Architectural restrictions
- Rental restrictions
- Pet rules
- Parking rules
- Roof age
- HVAC age
- Plumbing and electrical updates
- Insurance estimates
- Flood zone
- Lot size
- Pool condition
- Lakefront or water-view status, if applicable
- Golf or club access, if applicable
- School zoning
- Permit history
- Comparable sales by neighborhood
The Orange County Property Appraiser allows property searches by address, name, sales, property use, foreclosures, and more. (Orange County Property Appraiser)
The Orange County Tax Collector provides property-tax record search tools. (Orange County Tax Collector)
Before buying in Dr. Phillips, buyers should verify taxes, HOA documents, insurance, permit history, school zoning, flood zone, roof age, and whether any property-specific restrictions or assessments apply.
Buying a Home in Dr. Phillips
- Is the home single-family, townhome, or condo-style?
- What neighborhood is it actually in?
- What year was it built?
- Has it been updated?
- What is the roof age?
- What are insurance estimates?
- What are the HOA dues?
- What does the HOA cover?
- Are there rental restrictions?
- Is the home near Restaurant Row, Bay Hill, or Sand Lake Hills?
- Is the home near I-Drive or more tucked into a residential pocket?
- Is the property lakefront, water-view, or interior-lot?
- What school zoning applies to the exact address?
- How does it compare with Bay Hill, Sand Lake Hills, Windermere, and 32836?
- Has the home been listed longer than the 9-day median?
- Did the seller already reduce the price?
- Are current comps supporting the asking price?
Because the report shows fast sales but 79% below asking, buyers need to be both quick and disciplined.
Selling a Home in Dr. Phillips
- Dr. Phillips location
- Restaurant Row access
- Quiet residential setting
- Bay Hill proximity
- Universal Orlando proximity
- I-Drive access
- Established neighborhood character
- Single-family or townhome options
- Pool and outdoor living
- Updated interiors
- School access
- Shopping and dining convenience
- Butler Chain proximity
- Southwest Orlando lifestyle
Report shows 14 sold, 9 days median, 79% below asking.
Is Dr. Phillips a Good Place to Live?
Dr. Phillips Is Best For
May Not Be Ideal For
Dr. Phillips is popular because it is practical and established. It gives buyers a lot of lifestyle without forcing every buyer into a multimillion-dollar gated-community lane.
Nearby Areas to Compare
- Bay Hill
- Sand Lake Hills
- The Cove at Bay Hill
- Bay Lakes
- 32836
- 32819
- Windermere
- Lake Butler
- Isleworth
- Keene's Pointe
- Lake Butler Sound
- Horizon West
- MetroWest
- International Drive
- Restaurant Row
- Winter Garden
Work With Micaela Navarra Realty
Buying or selling in Dr. Phillips requires more than reading a listing description. Buyers and sellers need to understand neighborhood differences, HOA rules, home condition, taxes, insurance, school zoning, flood zone, comparable sales, updates, roof age, and how each pocket compares with Bay Hill, Sand Lake Hills, Windermere, and nearby luxury communities.
Micaela Navarra Realty helps Orlando-area buyers and sellers understand the details behind the listing: market data, lifestyle fit, property condition, monthly cost, school zoning, taxes, insurance, comparable sales, and long-term resale value.
If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in Dr. Phillips, connect with Micaela Navarra Realty for local guidance before making your next move.