Gated lakefront estate community with custom homes on Sand Lake Chain of Lakes.
Estates at Phillips Landing is a guard-gated subdivision within the larger Phillips Landing community in Dr. Phillips, Orange County. Built between 1996 and 2011, the Estates section represents the most upscale tier of the community, featuring custom-built homes ranging from 4,200 to 8,000 square feet designed by notable Orlando builders including Castleworks and Rick Watson. Homes typically sell between $1.3 million and $2.2 million, reflecting their lakefront positioning and estate-scale finishes.
The subdivision occupies a premium location along the Sand Lake Chain of Lakes, with properties fronting Big Sand Lake and Little Sand Lake. The 24-hour guard gate ensures controlled access, while canopy-shaded streets and mature landscaping create a resort-like setting unusual for the greater Orlando area. Signature architectural features include Mediterranean styling with barrel tile roofs, brick paver driveways, pools, spas, and multi-car garages. Many estate-section properties include private docks, allowing direct water access for boating and fishing.
Residents benefit from community amenities shared across all Phillips Landing neighborhoods: boat ramp, fishing dock, waterfront park, tennis courts, basketball court, and playground. Orange County Public Schools covers this community, with an elementary campus about 0.4 miles away, a middle school at 3.1 miles, and a high school 4 miles out that hosts a performing arts magnet program. Zoning is assigned by address rather than by subdivision, so check the specific property with the district. The location offers immediate proximity to Restaurant Row and is within 5 miles of Walt Disney World and 10 minutes of Universal Studios.
Homeowners must pay both a Master Community Association fee and sub-community HOA assessments, which fund security operations, lake amenities maintenance, landscaping, and reserve contributions. The community does not carry a Community Development District (CDD) fee. Short-term rentals are permitted with standard lease restrictions requiring tenant compliance with covenants. Primary residents and second-home buyers seeking lakefront luxury with urban proximity constitute the primary buyer demographic.
Home prices typically range from $1.3 million to $2.2 million, with variations based on square footage, lakefront location, and lot premium. Recent sales data from 2024-2025 shows homes in the $1.3 million to $1.7 million range for 5-6 bedroom, 4-5 bath properties. Market Connect Realty agents can provide current MLS data for active listings.
Yes. Estates at Phillips Landing is part of Phillips Landing, a 24-hour guard-gated community. A manned gate controls resident and guest access, and only authorized visitors and essential service vehicles are permitted entry. This security measure is a core amenity reflected in HOA fees.
An Orange County Public Schools elementary campus (PreK-5) sits roughly 0.4 miles away, the middle school (6-8) about 3.1 miles away, and the high school (9-12) about 4 miles away, and that high school houses a performing arts magnet program. Zoning is assigned by address rather than by subdivision, so check the specific property with the district. Always verify current school assignments with Orange County Public Schools before purchase.
Specific current HOA amounts are not publicly disclosed online; fees vary by season and assessment. Homeowners pay both a Master Community Association fee and Estates sub-community HOA assessments covering 24-hour security, boat dock, fishing pier, waterfront park, tennis courts, basketball court, playground, landscaping, and reserve funds. Contact a Market Connect Realty agent for current fee schedules.
The community features a boating dock, fishing pier, waterfront park, tennis courts, basketball court, and playground. Residents enjoy direct lake access on Big Sand Lake for boating, fishing, and water sports. All amenities are maintained through HOA assessments and available from dawn to dusk on a first-come, first-served basis.
The exact home count for the Estates subdivision is not publicly documented online. Estates at Phillips Landing is one of three neighborhoods within the larger Phillips Landing community. Contact a Market Connect Realty agent for detailed community statistics.
Yes, short-term rental is permitted. Lease agreements must explicitly require tenants to comply with all covenants and HOA rules. The property owner remains responsible for all HOA assessments regardless of lease terms. HOA rules and rent agreements must align with community restrictions.
Construction began in 1996 and continued through 2011. Most homes in the Estates section were completed by 1999, though development continued into the early 2010s. The community was built by notable Orlando custom builders including Castleworks and Rick Watson, reflecting estate-grade construction standards.