If you're searching for homes for sale in Dr. Phillips Orlando, FL, you're 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
One of Orlando's Most Connected Neighborhoods
Dr. Phillips attracts buyers who want the best of both worlds: a residential neighborhood that feels established and private, with immediate access to Orlando's top restaurants, entertainment, and major roadways. The combination of location, dining, and housing quality makes this one of the most consistently popular searches in Central Florida.
Dr. Phillips isn't 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. I'd also point out 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
$635,000
Median Asking Price
$593,000
30-Day Median Sale
9 Days
Median Days to Sell
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. Call me for current information.
What the Market Data Means for Buyers
The numbers show 9 days median, but 79% sold below asking, median difference $17,000 under asking.
Dr. Phillips you'll want to move quickly on strong listings, but they shouldn't 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 isn't a new-construction-only market. Many homes are established, and the difference between an updated home and a dated home can be massive. You 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 people who want quiet residential living with strong access to restaurants, schools, shopping, attractions, and southwest Orlando amenities by car. It isn't ideal for people who want dense walkability or public-transit-first living.
Restaurant Row and Dining Access
Restaurant Row at Your Doorstep
Dr. Phillips is home to Restaurant Row, one of Orlando's premier dining destinations. With dozens of upscale and casual restaurants within minutes of most neighborhoods, residents enjoy world class dining without the drive. From steakhouses to sushi to Italian, the variety here is unmatched anywhere else in Central Florida.
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. I'd also point out 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. You 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. I'd also point out 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 people 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, you 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. I'd also point out 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, you 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
Expert Guidance for Dr. Phillips Buyers
The Dr. Phillips market moves fast, and the best homes often receive multiple offers within days of listing. Having an agent who knows this market, understands the neighborhoods, and can move quickly when the right property appears makes a real difference. I help buyers navigate this competitive market with confidence and clarity.
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?. I'd also point out 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 current data shows fast sales but 79% below asking, you'll want 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. I'd also point out Single-family or townhome options, Pool and outdoor living, Updated interiors, School access, Shopping and dining convenience, Butler Chain proximity, Southwest Orlando lifestyle.
The numbers show 14 sold, 9 days median, 79% below asking.
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Is Dr. Phillips a Good Place to Live?
A Neighborhood Built for Everyday Living
Dr. Phillips offers the kind of daily convenience that makes life genuinely easier. Strong schools, walkable parks, world class dining, easy highway access, and a diverse mix of housing options from starter homes to luxury estates. It is a neighborhood that works for young professionals, growing families, and retirees alike.
Dr. Phillips Is Best For
Move-up buyers
Relocation buyers
Single-family-home buyers
Townhome buyers
Buyers wanting Dr. Phillips lifestyle
Buyers wanting Restaurant Row access
Buyers comparing Bay Hill and Windermere
Buyers wanting Universal/I-Drive access nearby
People who drive
People who want established neighborhoods
Buyers comfortable reviewing HOA and older-home details
May Not Be Ideal For
Buyers wanting dense walkability
Buyers relying on public transit
Buyers wanting only new construction
Buyers avoiding HOA rules
People who don't want older-home maintenance
Buyers wanting ultra-private estate communities only
People who don't want to verify school zoning and property details
Dr. Phillips is popular because it's 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. I'd also point out Isleworth, Keene's Pointe, Lake Butler Sound, Horizon West, MetroWest, International Drive, Restaurant Row, Winter Garden.
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