New Construction Near Disney World: Communities and Commute Times

Living Near Disney World

Walt Disney World is one of Central Florida's largest employers, with over 70,000 cast members. Many buyers choose to live near Disney for the employment convenience, the lifestyle benefits of being close to the parks, and the unique communities that have developed around the Disney area. Several new construction corridors are within a 30-minute commute of the Disney World entrance.

Horizon West (Winter Garden)

Horizon West is one of the most popular new construction areas for Disney employees. Located in southwest Orange County, it is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from the Disney World entrance via SR 429 and the Western Way entrance. Horizon West offers a wide range of homes from entry-level townhomes to luxury estates. For more details, see our Horizon West guide.

Commute to Disney: 10 to 15 minutes

Price range: $400,000s to $900,000+

Active builders: Pulte, Dream Finders, Lennar, D.R. Horton, Meritage, M/I Homes, Ashton Woods, Taylor Morrison

Four Corners (Orange/Polk/Lake/Osceola)

The Four Corners area, where Orange, Polk, Lake, and Osceola counties meet, is one of the closest new construction areas to Disney World. Many communities are within 5 to 15 minutes of the park entrances. The area offers a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. For more details, see our Four Corners guide.

Commute to Disney: 5 to 15 minutes

Price range: $300,000s to $600,000+

Active builders: Lennar, D.R. Horton, KB Home, Pulte, Dream Finders

ChampionsGate

ChampionsGate is a master-planned community located in the Four Corners area, straddling Osceola and Polk counties. It is known for its golf courses, resort-style amenities, and proximity to Disney. The community offers new construction from multiple builders. For more details, see our ChampionsGate guide.

Commute to Disney: 10 to 15 minutes

Price range: $400,000s to $800,000+

Active builders: Pulte, Lennar, DR Horton, KB Home, Dream Finders

Celebration

Celebration is the original Disney-developed community, built by the Walt Disney Company in the 1990s. While not exclusively new construction, there are new homes being built in and around Celebration. The community is known for its traditional neighborhood design, walkable downtown, and convenient access to Disney. For more details, see our Celebration guide.

Commute to Disney: 5 to 10 minutes

Price range: $500,000s to $1 million+

Davenport

Davenport, located in Polk County, has seen significant new construction growth. It is one of the more affordable options near Disney, with homes from the $300,000s. The I-4 corridor provides easy access to Disney and Orlando. For more details, see our Davenport guide.

Commute to Disney: 15 to 20 minutes

Price range: $300,000s to $500,000+

Active builders: Lennar (30+ communities), D.R. Horton, DRB Homes, Highland Homes

Kissimmee

Kissimmee offers a range of new construction options near Disney, from affordable townhomes to estate homes. The city has a historic downtown and is close to Lake Tohopekaliga for boating and fishing. For more details, see our Kissimmee guide.

Commute to Disney: 10 to 20 minutes

Price range: $300,000s to $600,000+

Active builders: Lennar, KB Home, D.R. Horton, Dream Finders, Pulte

Clermont

Clermont, in Lake County, offers more affordable new construction with larger lots. It is located north of Disney, with a commute of approximately 20 to 30 minutes via SR 429. For more details, see our Clermont guide.

Commute to Disney: 20 to 30 minutes

Price range: $300,000s to $600,000+

Active builders: Ryan Homes, Maronda Homes, DR Horton, Lennar, Pulte

Commute Analysis

While some communities are only 5 to 15 minutes from Disney property lines, the actual commute to a specific work location within Disney World can be longer. The Disney property is roughly 40 square miles, and travel from the security gate to a backstage work location can add 10 to 20 minutes. Peak traffic on major roads like US 192 and I-4 can add further time, especially during shift changes at the parks.

Practical commute ranges for Disney employees:

• Four Corners / Celebration area: 10 to 25 minutes total
• Horizon West: 15 to 30 minutes total
• ChampionsGate / Davenport: 15 to 30 minutes total
• Kissimmee: 15 to 30 minutes total
• Clermont: 25 to 40 minutes total

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest new construction community to Disney World?

The Four Corners area and Celebration are the closest, with commute times of 5 to 15 minutes to the Disney entrance. Horizon West and ChampionsGate are also very close, at 10 to 15 minutes.

Are there affordable new construction options near Disney?

Yes, Davenport and Kissimmee offer new construction homes from the $300,000s, making them the most affordable options close to Disney. St. Cloud and Clermont also offer options in the $300,000s to $400,000s.

Is Horizon West a good choice for Disney employees?

Yes, Horizon West is very popular with Disney employees because of its convenient access via SR 429 and the Western Way entrance. The commute is typically 10 to 15 minutes, and the area offers a wide range of new construction options.