Winter Park Apartments and Rentals

If you're searching for suburban convenience with small-town charm, Winter Park is the perfect location to call home. Winter Park apartments for rent are a great choice for any walk of life, as this picturesque suburb has worked tirelessly to keep its city clean and beautiful.

According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, Winter Park's 2010 population came in at 27,852 people, giving this Orlando suburb a decidedly small town feel. Adding to Winter Park's charm is its resort town roots, which gave it a meticulous and designed vibe even back in 1900. As the resort town developed into a suburb, it retained its reputation as a charming village within the Orlando metropolitan area. 

Winter Park remains a family-centric town. Despite significant student and retiree demographics, 54 percent of Winter Park households are families. Winter Park also has a thriving population of both baby boomers and retirees, as it is located conveniently close to the amenities of bustling Orlando.

Winter park is famous for a few notable landmarks. The Langford Resort Hotel, which finally closed in 1999, was famous for its mid-century appeal and hosted such stars as Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles, Hugh Hefner and Ronald and Nancy Reagan. Other landmarks include the Winter Park Sinkhole, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art and Hannibal Square Heritage Center.

Winter Park is home to both Rollins College and Full Sail University. Rollins College is a private liberal arts college, while Full Sail University offers degrees in film, design, computer animation and other related fields. Both universities give Winter Park and educational edge, and create demand for Winter Park rentals.

In 2011, Winter Park's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report listed Florida Hospital Winter Park, Rollins College, Orange County Schools, the City of Winter Park, Publix and Bonnier as its top employers. Many residents also commute to Orlando for work, while some work at various locations throughout the Orlando suburbs.

Though it is close to Orlando and offers suburban amenities, the cost of living in Winter Park is joyfully low compared with the U.S. average. The U.S. average cost of living is 100 on the cost of living index, while Winter Park's cost of living is only 96.2. The median gross rent in Winter Park was $1,014 according to 2010 census records.

However, residents will want to note that many attractions in the Orlando area are considerably expensive. Theme parks, Orlando activities and fairs tend to charge for entrance, and theme parks specifically can be very expensive. However, low-cost activities are easily found in Winter Park if one knows where to look.

Like other Orlando suburbs, Winter Park boasts a close proximity to Disney World, Seaworld and Universal Studios. Orlando's many activities are a perk for suburban residents, and Winter Park families will be able to find countless staycation activities in their local area.

Even within Winter Park, singles, seniors and families can find numerous ways to entertain themselves. Azalea Lane, Mead Botanical Garden and the Winter Park farmers market all offer ways to stay in touch with natural beauty while living in the suburbs.

Winter Park is also home to the well-known Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival. Each year, more than 350,000 visitors travel to Winter Park to enjoy the show. Artists from around the world set up camp along the sidewalk, and a panel of judges votes on categories such as clay, digital art, fiber, glass, jewelry, drawing, mixed media, sculpture and more.

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