Emerald Forest
Emerald Forest: Local Questions Answered
Where is Emerald Forest located?
Emerald Forest is off Buenavista Woods Boulevard and South Apopka-Vineland Road, on Emerald Woods Avenue and nearby courts such as Canopy Tree, Big Tree and Willow Tree. Homes have Orlando 32836 mailing addresses and are in unincorporated Orange County. It is outside the Census Bureau's Doctor Phillips census-designated place, but realtor community guides and MLS listings market it as part of the Dr. Phillips area.
What types of homes are in Emerald Forest?
Emerald Forest has 259 single-family homes built from 1995 to 2000, according to Orange County Property Appraiser records. Homes range from about 2,210 to 4,910 square feet, most are two-story, and most have a pool. MLS listings show 4 to 6 bedrooms. There are no townhomes or condos.
How much do homes cost in Emerald Forest?
Over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026), homes in Emerald Forest sold 13 times for a median of about $845,000, ranging from about $686,000 to $1.05 million. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Emerald Forest?
Recent MLS listings show HOA dues of about $58 to $73 per month as of October 2026. Orange County property records and Florida's official list of special districts don't show a community development district (CDD) for Emerald Forest, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments. The association is Emerald Forest Orange County Homeowners Association, Inc.
What schools serve Emerald Forest?
Orange County Public Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Emerald Forest in Sand Lake Elementary, Southwest Middle and Lake Buena Vista High School.
Zoning can change and varies by street, so confirm a specific address with Orange County Public Schools' Find My School tool, and compare school grades in the Florida School Accountability Reports.
Does Emerald Forest share amenities with Diamond Cove?
Yes, according to MLS listings and realtor sites, which describe a pool, tennis courts and a playground shared with neighboring Diamond Cove. Listings and a realtor site also describe dock access on Lake Crowell shared with Diamond Cove. County records show the pool and the lake tract on Diamond Cove association land. Emerald Forest is unrelated to Emerald Forest communities elsewhere in Florida.
Can you rent homes in Emerald Forest short term?
No Emerald Forest-specific rental rules turned up in our research. HOA documents often limit leasing, so confirm the current rules with the association before buying if you plan to rent.
