As the demand for housing in Central Florida has continued to increase, Apopka has become one of Orlando’s fastest-growing submarkets and a magnet for the nation’s top homebuilders.
Apopka’s allure stems from its natural beauty and a wellspring of outdoor recreation and ecotourism attractions. In addition, the recent completion of the 429 expressway has made Apopka easily accessible to downtown Orlando and major transportation infrastructure, including Orlando International Airport and the new Brightline Orlando Station offering higher-speed rail service to South Florida.
Originally known as “the indoor foliage capital of the world,” Apopka has diversified its economy and attracted major employers, including AdventHealth, Coca-Cola, Duke Energy, Goya, and FINFROCK. It has subsequently become the second-fastest growing area in the tri-county region (Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties) and has doubled its population since the 2000 Census.
National power players, Pulte, D.R. Horton, KB Homes, Lennar, Ryan Homes, and Toll Brothers are among the nation’s top homebuilders that have taken notice of this rapid growth. They are investing in the future of Apopka because they see it as where the region’s population growth will continue to rise.
A smart investment with tremendous value
The average cost of homes in these new Apopka communities, which include 1–2-story single-family homes and townhomes, ranges from the mid-$300s to the high $600s. Homes are competitively priced compared to new residential communities in the greater Orlando area (according to NewHomeSource.com). Popular 3–5 bedroom bungalow and Craftsman home styles, as well as upscale estate homes featuring up to 6 bedrooms and 3-car garages, are in high demand and are under construction. Popular amenities within these communities include resort-style pools with cabanas, walking/jogging trails, playgrounds, community clubhouses with fitness centers, and more.
Compared to established residential offerings in other areas of the Orlando region, including neighborhoods that don’t include any amenities, these new communities in Apopka offer more space, value, and connectivity. These factors are an undeniable benefit for homebuyers and a key driver of the area’s population growth.
Wyld Oaks: An epicenter for Apopka’s lifestyle demands
As a dynamic mixed-use destination that will serve Apopka, Wyld Oaks is pioneering the expansions of W. Kelly Park Road and Golden Gem Road to provide better connectivity for residents and visitors. Wyld Oaks and its co-creators will deliver multifamily communities, retail, entertainment, restaurants, recreation, hotels, office space, parks, and a health and wellness village to help satisfy the demand generated by Apopka’s growth.
Wyld Green will beckon people in search of energized, outdoor entertainment and fun to the heart of the town center. Nature enthusiasts will wander among the heritage oak trees in Yonder, a 10-acre park preserve. Dogs and pet parents alike will enjoy quality outdoor fun in what is shaping up to be America’s top dog park.
Having Wyld Oaks as a neighbor means that you can live, work, play, stay, bark, shop, dine, and unwind inside a destination unlike any other in the northern Orlando region.
Branching out into the future
It’s clear that Apopka will continue to be a greenhouse of growth for the Orlando region. The unmatched natural beauty, combined with modern homes and amenities, will continue to magnetize the nation’s top homebuilders and homebuyers who want to put down roots here. With a population that has doubled since 2000 and is projected to expand by more than 6.1% over the next five years, Apopka—and the area surrounding Wyld Oaks—is where the future grows.
