2019 Most Diverse Places to Live in Orange CountyAbout this List

Orlando

• City in Florida
• 1,266

Current Resident: There’s always so much new to see and do! This year alone the theme parks have kicked-it up a notch with some amazing new attractions. I love to workout outside and Orlando’s weather, trails, paths and other work-out friendly locations make it easy to wake up early and get a nice workout in. Lake Eola in downtown Orlando is one of my favorite spots because the people-watching and scenery makes it so much more enjoyable.Of course, after a good workout, it’s time to refuel! Orlando offers so many different cuisines and many with amazing outdoor patios. I have many favorites but LUMA on Park in Winter Park wins the medal with their outside seating and amazing wine selection.Orlando is called The City Beautiful for a reason. I recently went to Blue Springs State Park and I loved being out in nature, strolling around the park and paddling in a canoe being accompanied by manatees. It’s was a breathtaking experience.
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• A+

• 269,414 Population

Winter Garden

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 165

Current Resident: Winter Garden is a fun and safe area. Downtown Winter Garden has a lot of restaurants, shops, water features, etc. It is very family friendly. Houses are constantly being built and selling quickly. Every Saturday they have the farmer's market which is a big hit! Winter Garden also has a trail that runs through town. There are a lot of cyclists and runners. Golf carts are super popular and much more efficient. One thing I would like to see is more groups put together for health and wellness.
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• A+

• 40,799 Population

Ocoee

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 100

Current Resident: I love Ocoee! I have been living here almost three years. It is a quiet location that has populated fast. It has beautiful scenery, there are a lot of job opportunities surrounding it, and it is conveniently located near various highways for easier commute. I have no complaints about Ocoee! I will be living here a long time.
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• A+

• 43,194 Population

Apopka

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 161

Current Resident: I have lived in Apopka, Florida for almost 20 years. I like Apopka because it has a small town feel while being close to the city of Orlando. The people in Apopka are hard-working, friendly people. I love all the natural springs in the area, they come in handy with all the hot weather we have here most of the year in Florida. It is nice to see all the children playing and swimming together. Canoeing is also a great hobby to have in this area as the Saint John's River flows through the Wekiva watershed. Being so close to Orlando, one would think there would not be much wildlife in the area but I have seen eagles, black bears, otters, alligators and more! Apopka is truly a beautiful place to live that has all the features of a big city with a small hometown appeal.
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• A+

• 48,682 Population

Alafaya

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 255

Current Resident: I currently reside in this area because I am attending the University of Central Florida to fulfill a degree in Biology. This area is perfect, anything that you need is just a little drive away. There are so many food options, and even an outside mall with all the shops you need. The only down side to this area is the traffic around rush hour. But other than that this area is perfect.
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• A+

• 88,025 Population

Metro West

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL
• 15

Current Resident: I have been living in Metrowest for the last year and I have fallen in love. It is a family friendly community, although I do not have kids of my own, I see many families in this community. The thing that I like the most about Metrowest is how convenient everything is. You are 2 minutes away from Kirkman Road, which has such a variety of restaurants and fast food places, as well as a Super Walmart. Metrowest is a beautiful and safe community I have never had any bad experiences living here and I will be staying for a few more years.
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• A+

• 27,339 Population

Orlovista

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 18

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• B

• A+

• 6,109 Population

Kirkman South

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL
• 1

Current Resident: Good location, near to all services and important theme parks. Good for commuting. The public areas are not clean, safety could also being improved.
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• A+

• 26,291 Population

Florida Center

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL
• 1

Visitor: I really enjoyed the area. Very clean and uncluttered, very busy but lots to do around. They have a lot of options. Anyone that is planning to move here, it's definitely a place with lots of opportunities
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• A+

• 19,861 Population

Lockhart

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 26

Former Resident: Lockhart is a very quiet little town within a big city. Family friendly atmosphere and diverse town. I attended the local Elementary School, and the local Middle School. My Elementary School had a partnership with the towns Baptist Church across the street. This is a cozy little friendly town. The local corner store has the community feel to it. Customers feel safe pulling up to the store jumping out of the car leaving it running while shopping not worried about theft at all.

Kids ride their bikes to the store leave it outside with no concern of someone taking it. It has the home town feel.
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• 14,027 Population

Hunters Creek

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 79

Current Resident: Hunters Creek is a beautiful neighborhood that provides access to a variety of shopping areas, extracurricular activities, schools, and other amenities! Within the neighborhood there is an elementary school, middle school, and there is a high school located outside the neighborhood as well. There are also many churches located around the neighborhood. For children there are plenty of parks, playgrounds, daycares, and clubs to keep them occupied! There is a Target even within the area and a large shopping mall that houses many department stores, a movie theater, and many delicious restaurants. Every aspect of living is truly addressed within this community! It provides the opportunity of having an amazing family home tucked away in a beautiful neighborhood while having a quick 5-15 minute commute to everything you could possibly need!
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• 22,999 Population

Union Park

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 35

Current Resident: If you like living in a 'college town', this is a great place. Rentals are fairly priced, considering the college is right here. There are many things to do, and places to eat. There are many opportunities- especially if you are a student of UCF. If you are indeed a student of UCF, go to the career services, and you will find many many more opportunities, that you may not have thought of before.
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• 10,707 Population

Holden Heights

• Suburb of Orlando, FL

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• A+

• 3,801 Population

Millenia

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

• A

• B-

• A+

• 15,682 Population

Park Central

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL
• 1

Current Resident: I absolutely love living in this community. It is so very diverse and family-friendly, from the poolside bistro where family and friends can enjoy food, entertainment, and pool activities, to even the security guards at the front entrances that are friendly and upbeat. I enjoy the convenience of the area greatly, being close to everything from grocery stores to schools, and even the Millenia mall and several outlets and International Drive. I would definitely recommend the area for these reasons.
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• 8,563 Population

Windhover

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

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• B+

• A+

• 4,405 Population

Fairview Shores

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
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• 11,096 Population

Florida Center North

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

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• B+

• A+

• 22,734 Population

Countryside

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

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• A+

• 10,857 Population

Lake Shore Village

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

• B+

• B-

• A+

• 7,114 Population

Southchase

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 34

Current Resident: South Chase is a great community with just about everything you need. There is a beautiful park that comes along with a soccer field, baseball field and a kids playground. The grocery stores like Aldi, Walmart and Publix are all walking distance from the neighborhood. Local stores are also easily available like CVS or Ross. I would enjoy to have more neighborhood events, such as garage sells or even creating a separate area for a dog park so we can bond with other pet owners. A community house with a pool to have barbecues or a wellness center can also be very beneficial for special events.
All in all South Chase is a quiet and relaxing neighborhood to reside in, many different cultures and races joined together into one!
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• 15,764 Population

Lake Holden

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

• B+

• B

• A

• 3,540 Population

South Semoran

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

• B+

• B

• A

• 23,934 Population

Camellia Gardens

• Neighborhood in Orlando, FL

• A-

• B

• A

• 9,558 Population

Pine Castle

• Suburb of Orlando, FL
• 38

Current Resident: I love how nearly everything is a walk away. I can easily walk to five food/shopping plazas from my home. The traffic isn't always the best, especially since we are near a very popular mall, but in general, it is easy to travel around. The schools are not the greatest, and there are traces of de facto segregation, but it is still a community that I don't mind being a part of. It is also pretty safe and everyone minds their own business.
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• 12,270 Population