Braemar Homes for Sale

About Braemar Neighborhood

Braemar stands as one of the finest luxury estate communities in Gotha, a historic rural settlement founded in the 1880s by German freethinkers just west of Orlando. Situated on the east side of Hempel Avenue — Gotha's historic main street — the community occupies a picturesque setting between two natural lakes: Lake Fischer to the north and Lake Nally to the south. This serene lakeside positioning gives Braemar a sense of seclusion and natural beauty that is increasingly rare in Central Florida's growing metropolitan landscape.

Developed across two phases beginning in 2007 and continuing through 2015, Braemar was built by three respected homebuilders: Arlington Homes, Osprey Custom Homes, and Taylor Morrison. The community comprises 54 estate homesites, each with its own private gated driveway entrance, creating an exclusive atmosphere throughout the neighborhood. While Braemar itself is not a gated community with a manned entrance, the individually gated properties and walled fountain entry marquee establish a distinguished residential character. Architectural styles include Mediterranean-inspired and contemporary estate designs with floor plans such as the San Miguel (3,756 sq ft), Montecito (4,046 sq ft), Casa Alegra (4,340 sq ft), Covington (4,516 sq ft), and Kingston (6,015 sq ft).

Homes in Braemar typically feature four to five bedrooms with three-and-a-half to seven bathrooms, three- and four-car garages, gourmet kitchens with premium appliances, spacious master suites, game rooms, bonus rooms, studies, and resort-style outdoor living areas including screened pools, summer kitchens, and covered patios. The oversized lots — ranging from approximately half an acre to over 0.86 acres — provide the space and privacy that luxury buyers demand, with many properties featuring mature landscaping and lush, park-like settings.

Braemar's location places residents within walking distance of Nehrling Gardens, one of Florida's earliest botanical treasures, and just minutes from convenient access to the 408 Expressway for fast commutes to Downtown Orlando, Waterford Lakes, and the UCF corridor — or west to the Florida Turnpike for connections throughout the state.

Braemar Location & Connections

Braemar is located in Gotha, a historic unincorporated community in Orange County positioned approximately 8.5 miles west of Downtown Orlando. The neighborhood sits along the east side of Hempel Avenue, Gotha's main corridor, with Lake Fischer forming its northern boundary and Lake Nally to the south. This central position within Gotha provides residents with easy access to the area's historic landmarks, parks, and trail systems while maintaining a peaceful, residential setting.

One of Braemar's strongest location advantages is its proximity to the 408 Expressway, which provides direct eastbound access to Downtown Orlando, the International Drive corridor, Waterford Lakes, and the University of Central Florida area. Heading west on the 408 connects to the Florida Turnpike for travel throughout the state. The 429 Western Beltway is also readily accessible, linking Gotha to Winter Garden, Ocoee, Apopka, and the northern Orlando suburbs.

Braemar Amenities & Lifestyle

Living in Braemar means enjoying the best of both worlds: the privacy and prestige of a luxury estate community paired with the small-town warmth and historic character that defines Gotha. Residents are surrounded by natural beauty — mature oak canopies, two scenic lakes, and conservation lands — while remaining minutes from world-class dining, shopping, entertainment, and Orlando's major theme parks.

Gotha's identity as a tight-knit, historically rooted community adds a dimension of authenticity that newer planned developments simply cannot replicate. From the legendary Yellow Dog Eats café on Hempel Avenue to seasonal festivals at Nehrling Gardens and the nearby West Orange Trail, daily life here blends rural tranquility with modern convenience.

How Braemar Compares

Braemar occupies a distinctive niche among Gotha's luxury communities. With its individually gated estate lots, custom builder pedigree, and scenic lakeside positioning between Lake Fischer and Lake Nally, Braemar offers a level of privacy and architectural distinction that few communities in the area can match. Here's how Braemar compares to nearby luxury alternatives:

Braemar HOA & CDD Information

Braemar has a mandatory homeowners association (HOA) managed through the Braemar Gotha Homeowners Association. The HOA plays an important role in maintaining the community's estate-caliber standards, ensuring that architectural guidelines, landscaping quality, and common area upkeep preserve the neighborhood's distinguished character and property values.

A significant financial advantage for Braemar homeowners is the absence of Community Development District (CDD) fees. Unlike many newer luxury communities in the greater Orlando area that impose annual CDD assessments of $2,000–$5,000 or more, Braemar homeowners are not subject to these additional costs. To learn more about the differences between HOA and CDD fees, visit our guides on What's an HOA? and What's a CDD?

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