Hawks Crest
Hawks Crest: Local Questions Answered
Where is Hawks Crest in Winter Park?
Hawks Crest is on the south side of Lake Howell between Semoran Boulevard (SR 436) and Dike Road, with its entrance on Hawkscrest Drive off Howell Branch Road, next to Eastbrook. Homes have Winter Park 32792 mailing addresses but are in unincorporated Seminole County, not inside City of Winter Park limits.
What types of homes are in Hawks Crest?
Hawks Crest has 704 homes built from 2018 to 2023, according to county parcel records: 250 townhomes in the Enclave and 454 single-family homes in the Meadows, Landings, Waters Edge and Preserve. Townhomes are about 1,760 to 2,310 square feet, and single-family homes about 1,560 to 5,340 square feet. Meritage Homes built the Enclave, Preserve and Waters Edge, and Taylor Morrison built the Meadows and Landings.
How much do homes cost in Hawks Crest?
Over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026), single-family homes in Hawks Crest sold 38 times for a median of about $758,000, ranging from about $533,000 to $1.4 million. Enclave townhomes sold 20 times for a median of about $449,000, ranging from about $385,000 to $499,000. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Hawks Crest?
Recent MLS listings show HOA dues of about $230 to $243 per month in the Preserve and Waters Edge, about $372 to $414 in the Meadows and Landings, and about $320 to $333 for Enclave townhomes, as of October 2026. Florida's official list of special districts doesn't include a community development district (CDD) for Hawks Crest, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments. The master association is Hawk's Crest at Winter Park Homeowners Association, Inc.
What schools serve Hawks Crest?
Seminole County Public Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Hawks Crest in Eastbrook Elementary, Tuskawilla Middle and Lake Howell High School.
Zoning can change and varies by street, so confirm a specific address with Seminole County Public Schools' School Zone Search, and compare school grades in the Florida School Accountability Reports.
Is Hawks Crest a gated community?
Yes. Hawks Crest is gated, with a virtual-guard gate at the entry, according to MLS listings. MLS listings and realtor sites describe a clubhouse, resort-style pool, fitness center, splash pad, playgrounds, a dog park, trails and a community dock on Lake Howell. Hawks Crest is separate from Eastbrook, the older neighborhood next door.
Can you rent homes in Hawks Crest short term?
No Hawks Crest-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.
