At a glance
| Typical home value | $220,400 (−6.2% in a year, Zillow, Aug 2026) |
|---|---|
| Location | City of Orlando, southwest of downtown; ZIP 32835 |
| Size | 1,805 acres |
| Developed | From 1982 by Debra, Inc.; master association formed 1986 |
| Housing mix (2013) | About 1,259 single-family homes, 4,851 condo units and 3,557 apartment units |
| Golf | MetroWest Golf Club, 18-hole public course, par 72 |
| HOA | MetroWest Master Association plus sub-associations and condo associations |
What MetroWest is like
Debra, Inc., an Orlando developer, started MetroWest in 1982 as a mixed business, commercial and residential community, and the MetroWest Master Association was established in 1986. The City of Orlando annexed the area in 1983, so it is a city neighborhood rather than unincorporated county land.
The housing mix is the key point. As of 2013 there were over 9,600 homes: about 1,259 single-family houses, 4,851 condo units and 3,557 apartment units. Most buyers here are choosing between condo buildings, and each has its own association, budget and rules.
Why the MetroWest typical value looks low
Zillow's typical home value for Metro West was $220,435 in August 2026, down 6.2% over the year. The City of Orlando figure was $371,120, down 1.4%, and ZIP code 32835 was $309,005, down 3.1%.
The neighborhood number leans heavily on condos, so it says little about a single-family house near the golf course. Ask a local agent for sales split by condo, townhome and single-family, and read the Orlando condo guide before you compare buildings. The Orlando housing market page covers the citywide trend.
The golf course and Valencia College
MetroWest Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-72 public course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., with a restaurant on site. Its clubhouse opened in 1987. Homes backing onto the course can carry stray-ball and view considerations, so check any easements on the survey.
Valencia College West Campus sits on a 180-acre site at 1800 South Kirkman Road, close to MetroWest.
Checks for MetroWest condos
Florida law now requires a milestone structural inspection for condo buildings of three or more habitable stories by the end of the year they reach 30 years old, then every 10 years. Condo buildings of three or more habitable stories also need a structural integrity reserve study at least every 10 years, and owners can no longer vote to waive reserves for the items it covers. MetroWest was built out from the 1980s, so many buildings are at or past that age. Low-rise buildings under three stories fall outside these two rules, but still ask about reserves.
- Request the current budget, reserve study, milestone inspection report if required, and any special assessment notices.
- Ask whether the association is in litigation and how many units are rented, since both can affect financing.
- Get a condo insurance quote (an HO-6 policy) and confirm what the master policy covers.
- Read the guide to buying a condo in Florida before you make an offer.
Other things to check before buying
- Association layers: a home may pay the master association plus a sub-association or condo association. Get every figure in writing.
- Design review: the master association runs a Design Review Board for exterior changes.
- Property tax: city millage applies on top of county millage. See Orange County property tax.
- Schools: check zoning by address with the OCPS school locator and the Orlando schools guide.
Nearby, compare Dr. Phillips for more single-family subdivisions.
Common questions
Is MetroWest part of the City of Orlando?+
Yes. MetroWest is an official City of Orlando neighborhood, annexed in 1983, so city services and city millage apply on top of Orange County taxes. It uses the 32835 ZIP code. Confirm the exact taxing district for any unit on its tax bill before estimating your costs.
What is the typical home value in MetroWest?+
Zillow's typical home value for Metro West was $220,435 in August 2026, down 6.2% over the year. The figure is weighted toward condos, which far outnumber single-family houses, so single-family homes usually sit well above it. Ask for recent sales by property type in the specific building or subdivision.
What kinds of homes are in MetroWest?+
Mostly condos and apartments. As of 2013, MetroWest had over 9,600 homes, including about 1,259 single-family houses, 4,851 condo units and 3,557 apartment units. That mix explains why the neighborhood's typical value is lower than the citywide figure. Check each building's association documents before you buy.
Is the MetroWest golf course still open?+
Yes. MetroWest Golf Club operates as an 18-hole, par-72 public course designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., with tee times and an on-site restaurant listed on its website. Its clubhouse opened in 1987. If you are buying on the course, check the survey for easements and ask about any course-related rules.
Sources
- Wikipedia: MetroWest (Orlando)
- Wikipedia: List of neighborhoods in Orlando, Florida
- MetroWest Golf Club: Home
- Valencia College: West Campus
- Florida Statutes: 553.899 Mandatory structural inspections for condominium and cooperative buildings
- Florida Statutes: 718.112 Bylaws (structural integrity reserve study)