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Living in Hunters Creek

Hunters Creek is a master-planned community in south Orange County known for its wooded, established neighborhoods, community lakes, and central location between Disney, the airport, and downtown Orlando.

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Quick Facts

County
Orange
Entity type
Unincorporated master-planned community
Major roads
John Young Parkway, Deerfield Boulevard, Osceola Parkway, Hunter's Creek Boulevard
Housing types
Single-family, townhomes, condos
Lake access
Community lakes and ponds
Golf
Courses nearby in the area
New construction
Limited, mostly infill

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Quick Overview

Hunters Creek is a master-planned community developed from the early 1990s in south Orange County, organized around a central commercial core and dozens of residential villages. It has a mature, wooded character that many newer south Orlando communities have not yet achieved.

The community sits between the airport, Disney, and downtown Orlando, with the Florida Turnpike and the 417 beltway close by. Its location makes it practical for people who work across multiple parts of the region.

For relocation buyers, Hunters Creek offers an established, amenity-rich community with strong connectivity, at generally more moderate price points than closer-in southwest Orlando areas.

Neighborhoods

Hunters Creek is divided into villages and sub-communities with names like Hunters Trace, Cypress Point, and the newer sections around the town center. Each village has its own HOA, entryways, and often a pool or playground.

The community wraps around lakes and preserved green space, and the commercial town center along Hunters Creek Boulevard includes shops, restaurants, offices, and services. Areas to the south and east shift into newer developments like Meadow Woods and Southchase, and some Hunters Creek sections border unincorporated county land.

Housing

Hunters Creek housing is predominantly single-family, with a healthy share of townhomes and condominiums in the town center and along main roads. Most homes were built in the 1990s and 2000s, with some newer infill.

Wooded lots, ponds, and lakefront parcels add variety, and association fees are standard across the villages. Buyers should review HOA and any CDD fees and rules for each village.

Transportation

John Young Parkway and Osceola Parkway are the main local routes, connecting Hunters Creek to the airport, Disney, and Kissimmee. The Florida Turnpike and SR 417 both have interchanges nearby, and World Center Drive provides a route toward the Disney area.

Traffic builds at commuting hours and around the airport and tourist corridors. Toll roads are part of most regional trips.

Drive times depend on traffic, route, and exact address. Depending on conditions, trips to downtown Orlando typically take about 25 to 35 minutes. The Walt Disney World area is roughly 20 to 30 minutes away, and Orlando International Airport (MCO) usually runs about 15 to 25 minutes.

Daily Life

Daily life centers on the Hunters Creek town center, community parks, and the village pools. The community hosts recurring events and has a strong neighborhood-association culture.

Shopping and dining extend along John Young Parkway and Osceola Parkway, and the tourism attractions of International Drive and Disney are close enough for a regular outing without living amid the crowds.

Schools

Hunters Creek is served by Orange County Public Schools. Hunter's Creek Elementary, Hunters Creek Middle, and Freedom High School serve much of the community, with assignments varying by village.

School zones are address-based and can change. Verify the assignment for any specific address with the Orange County Public Schools School Locator before buying.

Things to Consider Before Moving to Hunters Creek

Association fees

Every Hunters Creek village has an HOA, and some have CDD fees. Review the full fee structure for any property.

Tourist corridor traffic

Routes toward Disney and International Drive carry tourist and event traffic. Plan trips around peak hours.

Flood zones near lakes

Homes near the community lakes and wetlands may fall in FEMA flood zones. Check designations before buying.

Aging infrastructure

Homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s may need roof and HVAC updates. Budget accordingly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Hunters Creek in?

Hunters Creek is an unincorporated master-planned community in Orange County, Florida, with an Orlando mailing address.

Is Hunters Creek close to the airport?

Yes. Orlando International Airport is roughly 15 to 25 minutes away by car, which makes the community practical for airport employees and frequent travelers.

Does Hunters Creek have a town center?

Yes. The community has a commercial town center along Hunters Creek Boulevard with shops, restaurants, offices, and services.

What schools serve Hunters Creek?

Orange County Public Schools serves Hunters Creek, including Hunter's Creek Elementary, Hunters Creek Middle, and Freedom High for much of the community. Verify with the OCPS School Locator.

Is there new construction in Hunters Creek?

Limited. The community is largely built out, with only occasional infill and redevelopment.

Last updated: August 27, 2026. Published by Moving to Orlando Guide with Tyler Gibson.

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Tyler Gibson, Central Florida Real Estate Advisor

Written by Tyler Gibson, Realtor, Investor, Team Leader, GPG | LPT Realty, FL License #3454664. Moved to Orlando in 2013. Se habla espanol.

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