Living in University (Orlando area), FL
Suburb in Florida
University (Orlando area) is a suburb in Florida, home to about 42,000 people, with 2.0 million living within 31 mi. Day to day, much of daily life is walkable. Life moves at a fast pace, and homes are mostly apartments.
Is University (Orlando area) a good place to live? Pros and cons
👍 Pros
- Low taxes: no state income tax, 0.7% property tax
- Strong healthcare: 3 top-rated (4–5★) hospitals within 31 mi
- Easy flying: MCO is 13 mi away
- Low natural disaster risk: 13 federally declared disasters since 2000
👎 Cons
- Fewer family amenities than most places
- Fewer outdoor escapes: no big hills or water close by
- Hot summers: highs around 92°F
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Living in University (Orlando area): common questions
What is the cost of living in University (Orlando area)?
A typical 3-bedroom home is worth about $315k, and a 3-bedroom rents for about $2,480 a month including utilities. Overall living costs are close to the US average (index 101, where the US is 100).
What are taxes like in University (Orlando area)?
Florida has no state income tax, and homeowners here pay about 0.7% of their home's value in property tax each year.
Is University (Orlando area) safe?
University (Orlando area) isn't in the FBI's 2019 city crime table, so Best Life Fit Me counts its safety as average.
What is the weather like in University (Orlando area)?
University (Orlando area) is warm all year: winter days average around 73°F and summer days around 92°F.
Does University (Orlando area) get natural disasters?
Natural disaster risk is low, mainly from hurricanes, flooding and tornadoes: 13 federally declared disasters have hit the county since 2000, and FEMA expects about 0.43 deaths or injuries per 100,000 residents a year.
What is the nearest major airport to University (Orlando area)?
The nearest major airport is MCO, about 13 mi away.
How University (Orlando area) scores
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