Neighborhood · Orlando, Florida
Kensington
Close-in Orlando living with room to breathe
9
Homes for sale
$450,000
Median list price
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Avg price / sqft
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Median days on market
Kensington sits just about 10 minutes from downtown Orlando, close enough to keep your commute short while staying tucked away from the noise. It's a settled residential pocket where gated streets and pool homes set the tone, and neighboring communities like Metro West and Laureate Park round out the surrounding area. With Universal roughly 20 minutes out and MCO around 33, you're centrally placed for work, travel, and weekend plans.
For buyers today, the market here is measured rather than frantic. There are 9 active listings with a median list price of $450,000, and homes have been moving in about 30 days while sellers collect 98% of asking on average. If you're weighing this against the broader pool of Orlando homes for sale, Kensington reads as a stable, well-priced choice with genuine near-downtown convenience.
Kensington is a community in Orlando, Florida.
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On the market now
Homes for sale in Kensington
$655,000
14664 SAINT GEORGES HILL DRIVE, ORLANDO
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,760 sqft
$450,000
3145 PELL MELL DRIVE, ORLANDO
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,207 sqft
$384,000
3210 PELL MELL DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,215 sqft
$359,999
6616 CORAL COVE DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,928 sqft
$485,000
1109 ROYAL SAINT GEORGE DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,462 sqft
$355,500$370,000
3027 QUEENSGATE ROAD, ORLANDO
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,809 sqft
$358,000$368,000
3222 HAMMERSMITH ROAD, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,043 sqft
$505,000$515,000
1207 ROYAL SAINT GEORGE DRIVE, ORLANDO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,550 sqft
$1,200,000$1,250,000
4811 KEENELAND CIRCLE, ORLANDO
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,478 sqft
Every active listing inside the Kensington boundary
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The Kensington market
Kensington vs Orlando
Median list price
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 22.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Kensington boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Kensington is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Kensington home
≈ $2,994/mo
$450,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
1,925
Median age
42
Median income
$57,638
Median home value
$210,628
Beyond the listings
Living in Kensington
Culture
Top 1% in the U.S.Hip Hop Culture
Dropping the beat and raising the roof, this population enjoys everything hip hop culture has to offer, including music, dance moves, and fashion.
Culture
Top 7% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Entertainment
Top 9% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Entertainment
Top 11% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Active
Top 17% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Active
Top 21% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
On the calendar
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Pathways
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People who close here
Our Orlando experts
Straight answers
Kensington FAQs
Is Kensington a good place to live?+
It's a practical pick for anyone who wants to stay close to downtown Orlando, which is about a 10-minute drive, without giving up a quieter residential feel. The area sits among established communities like Metro West, and Universal is roughly 20 minutes out. Assigned schools include Pinewood Elementary, Robinswood Middle, and Maynard Evans High.
Is Kensington expensive?+
It lands in a moderate range for close-in Orlando, with a median list price of $450,000 and active listings running from $355,500 up to $1,200,000. Only one current listing is priced above $1M, so most inventory sits well under that. The average price is about $213 per square foot.
What do homes cost in Kensington?+
The median list price is $450,000, while homes that actually sold over the last 12 months closed at a median of $504,500 across 20 sales. The typical home is around 2,215 square feet at about $213 per square foot.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and fairly quick — homes have been going under contract in a median of about 30 days, and sellers are getting 98% of their asking price on average. With just 9 active listings, inventory is tight, so serious buyers should be ready to move when the right home appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee is $182 per month, and the median annual property tax comes to $3,802. If you're renting first, the median rent in the area is about $2,475 per month.
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