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Azalea Park has a fascinating history from its start in April of 1952. It was actually created from what remained of a private air field. It was actually what was considered the greatest achievement for Wellborn C. Phillips, Sr., the developer of Azalea Park. Since the neighborhood recently celebrated its 60th anniversary, interest in the neighborhood and its roots has been the talk of the area. Take a look at everything that is Azalea Park from its history to today.

How Azalea Park was founded

Azalea Park Florida Azalea Park’s location in Orange County was first surveyed by Henry Washington, the nephew of George Washington, back in 1843. Then in 1881, Hamilton Disston of Philadelphia decided to purchase 4 million Floridian acres at 25 cents per acre, even though much of it was swampy land.

He intended to straighten out the Kissimmee River, dig canals for draining excess water from the river valley, and to increase the land for possible investors. Some of that land was signed over to Sir Edward James Reed in 1883 which included the Azalea Park area. Reed was interested in the development of railroads in Florida after being a British navy architect.

Azalea Park Trails By 1914, the land had been acquired by Overstreet Supply Company and sold to investors but the investors defaulted on their mortgage by 1915. Then it was sold by court order but eventually the Overstreet Supply Company got back their deed to the property which allowed them to have it reserved for Pocataw Lumber and Turpentine Company.

Fast forward to 1937 when the land has already been sold many times and finally Cannon & Mills Aircraft Company purchased it, an out-of-state investor. An air show was held at the new Cannon Mills Air Port the next year but the month after, one of the owners J.W. Cannon III dies in plane crash.

After that in 1940, the air frield was sold to a Florida Aeronautical and Supply Company owned by Thomas Gordon but the name didn’t change and it was still used for owners to fly in planes for parts, services, and flight instruction. Gordon then opened a cab company as well as Orlando Airlines which later became Florida Airways.

Azalea Park Skate Park By 1952, the $7.5 million Orlando neighborhood of Azalea Park was being planned at the home of the former airport, and two acres lots of land were used for five churches, all of which would be the largest residential development in Central Florida designed to accommodate 4,000 residents.

Without the financing of an elementary school, the neighborhood wasn’t as popular as hoped at first, despite being designed for young families with cash to spend and homes in various styles and floor plans. The neighborhood did have its own chapter of the Lions Club, the Orlando Garden Club, and a community club and swimming pool was eventually added. The neighborhood became a success story.

Living in Azalea Park Today

Azalea Park Playground Area The neighborhood today has around 13,000 residents with around 4,000 households and about 34% of those with children living there. The median income for households is $33k and median income for a family is around $41k. The neighborhood is home to the communication centers for Orange County Fire Rescue, Florida Highway Patrol, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

The neighborhood is served by the Orlando International Airport to the south and to the west, the Orlando Executive Airport. Residents have the Orlando Regional Medical Center, Central Florida’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, and the Adventist Health System within the region.

Azelea Park Elementary School Of course schools made their way to the area and students today attend Azalea Park Elementary School, Dover Shores Elementary, Chickasaw Elementary, or Englewood Elementary, as well as Stonewall Jackson Middle School and Colonial High School. Just outside the area is the impressive Full Sail University and Valencia Community College.

The neighborhood is bordered by Curry Ford Road to the south, Colonial Drive to the north, Goldenrod Road to the east, and approximately Semoran Boulevard or the ORL and Lake Barton to the west. Residents can enjoy the Yucatan Park at 6400 Yucatan Drive to enjoy amenities in this 11-acre park including a playground, dog park, basketball, a skate park, and picnic pavilions.

Azalea Park Homes for Sale

5700 E Colonial Drive, Orlando $7,900,000

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5640 Santa Rosa Drive, Orlando $4,900,000 ▲

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6616 Beamer Way, Orlando $650,000

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98 S Semoran Boulevard, Orlando $525,000

Totally renovated to ADA compatible office building. About two blocks from The 408 Expressway on a terrific high traffic volume corner of Semoran{State Rd. 436 } and Kalm...

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6323 Yellowstone Street, Orlando $449,000

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Engelwood Park SubDv.
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220 Lavender Court, Orlando $425,000

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Azalea Homes SubDv.
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7367 Azalea Cove Circle, Orlando $415,000 ▼

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6762 Andrea Jane Lane, Orlando $410,000

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Forsyth Pointe SubDv.
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6308 Mackenzie Street, Orlando $385,000 ▼

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Engelwood Park SubDv.
32807 Zip Code

413 S Alder Avenue, Orlando $380,000

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Engelwood Park SubDv.
32807 Zip Code

5946 Mimosa Drive, Orlando $369,000

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Azalea Park Sec 10 SubDv.
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207 Mercado Avenue, Orlando $360,000

Come see this beautiful home, a one-story property. This 4/2 home is full of color and space. Brand new roof, the pool has a brand new pump, new windows and doors. This h...

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6700 Beamer Way, Orlando $350,000 ▲

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Azalea Park Sec 15 SubDv.
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6511 Curtis Street, Orlando $350,000 ▼

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Arcadia Terrace SubDv.
32807 Zip Code

809 Grenadier Drive, Orlando $329,000 ▼

GORGEOUS HOME IN QUIET DEAD END STREET IN GRENADIER WOODS SUB DIVISION, CLOSE TO 408, HWY 50,417 AND SR 436, SHOPPING MALLS, SCHOOLS,HOSPITALS AND RESTAURANTS. 12 MINUTES...

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Grenadier Woods SubDv.
32807 Zip Code

156 Balsam Drive, Orlando $326,000

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32807 Zip Code

6420 Greylynne Street, Orlando $314,900

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Engelwood Park SubDv.
32807 Zip Code

6138 Yucatan Drive, Orlando $295,000

A must see property located in the highly sought community of Azalea Park. This property features 3 bedrooms, 2 ful baths, renovated kitchen with granite counter tops, s...

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Azalea Park Sec 03 SubDv.
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1120 Rich Moor Circle, Orlando $265,000

Beautiful 2 bedroom plus 2 full bathrooms located in East Orlando Close to shopping and easy access to the 408 to get you downtown if needed Beautiful white kitchen cabi...

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Rich Moor Villas At Goldenrod SubDv.
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Faber Drive, Orlando $250,000

Great opportunity to build in East Orlando with no HOA! The property is located just minutes away from Rio Pinar Golf and Country Club and nearby to Capehart Park which o...

Azalea Park Sec 23 SubDv.
32822 Zip Code

129 Lynbrook Drive, Orlando $245,000

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6207 Dahlia Drive, Orlando $239,000

Looking for an investment Property? Look no further. This Azalea Park single Family home has lots of potential . New roof in 2022. Enjoy the front enclosed in porch....

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1602 Sunside Square Unit 32, Orlando image

1602 Sunside Square Unit 32, Orlando — 32 $230,000

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1360 Hendren Drive, Orlando $214,900

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624 Golden Sunshine Circle, Orlando image

624 Golden Sunshine Circle, Orlando $200,000 ▼

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Florida Villas SubDv.
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5855 La Costa Drive Unit 116, Orlando image

5855 La Costa Drive Unit 116, Orlando — 5855 $189,000

Nice 2 bedroom 2 bath 1st floor condo. Close to transportation, shopping and expressways.

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5809 La Costa Drive Unit 209, Orlando image

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7371 E Lake Underhill Road, Orlando image

7371 E Lake Underhill Road, Orlando $155,000

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205 Randia Drive, Orlando $130,000 ▼

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