About Phillips Grove Neighborhood
Phillips Grove is situated in the southernmost pocket of Dr. Phillips, positioned at the intersection of Apopka-Vineland Road and Buenavista Woods Boulevard — a prime location that places residents just minutes from Walt Disney World, the Florida Turnpike, and the growing O-Town West mixed-use development directly across the street. Built by Pulte Homes between 2018 and 2020, Phillips Grove represents one of the last large-scale residential developments constructed within the Dr. Phillips community, making it a rare find for buyers seeking newer construction in an established, prestigious area.
The neighborhood encompasses approximately 228 homesites, offering a range of Contemporary, Craftsman, Florida, and Spanish/Mediterranean architectural styles. Homes range from 2,100 to over 5,100 square feet across floor plans featuring 3 to 7 bedrooms and 2.5 to 6.5 bathrooms, with most floor plans incorporating bonus rooms, lofts, media rooms, and 2- to 3-car garages. Select homesites along the southeastern boundary of the community sit on the shores of Little Fish Lake, delivering peaceful water views from private backyards and rear-facing covered lanais.
Pulte applied their most popular Life Tested Home Designs® to Phillips Grove, meaning floor plans here were refined based on how real families actually live — resulting in open-concept gathering areas, owners' suites with spa-style bathrooms, and Smart Home integration throughout. Construction materials include block, cement siding, stone, and stucco with shingle and tile roofs, and exterior features commonly include irrigation systems, rain gutters, sidewalks, and sliding glass doors. Many homes have been upgraded post-construction with private pools and outdoor living spaces.
The community is fully gated with a controlled access entrance, and the HOA maintains common areas, landscaping, and the resort-style pool and cabana — making Phillips Grove one of the most turnkey, low-maintenance newer communities in the southern Dr. Phillips corridor.
📊 Quick Facts
🏠 Home Features
Interior Features (typical): Open-concept great rooms, gourmet kitchens with quartz or granite countertops, owner's suites with large walk-in closets, bonus rooms, lofts, media rooms, den/library/office options, inside utility rooms, Smart Home features.
Exterior Features (typical): Block, cement siding, stone, and stucco construction; shingle and tile roofs; 2–3 car garages; irrigation systems; rain gutters; sidewalks; sliding doors; screened lanais. Select homes with private pools and lake views.
Construction Style: Pulte's Life Tested Home Designs® — modern open floor plans refined for everyday family living with energy-efficient features built in.
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Phillips Grove Location & Connections
Phillips Grove is located in the southern end of Dr. Phillips, accessed via Apopka-Vineland Road at Buenavista Woods Boulevard. The community sits just 1 mile north of the Walt Disney World Lake Buena Vista entrance and directly across from the O-Town West mixed-use development — putting residents at the intersection of established Dr. Phillips character and Southwest Orlando's most exciting new commercial corridor. Interstate 4 is reachable within minutes via Daryl Carter Parkway, and the Florida Turnpike on-ramp is just south via Apopka-Vineland Road.
The immediate area is defined by its connection to Walt Disney World property to the south and west, Sand Lake Elementary School just 0.6 miles away, and the Dr. P. Phillips Community Park on Big Sand Lake approximately 0.7 miles to the north. Little Fish Lake borders the southeastern edge of the community, providing natural scenery and select lakefront homesites. Buenavista Woods Boulevard and South Apopka-Vineland Road create the community's main arteries, offering quick access to Sand Lake Road (Restaurant Row) to the north.
🏘️ Adjacent Neighborhoods & Areas
- Little Fish Lake (lake with select lakefront homesites within the community's southeastern boundary)
- O-Town West (300-acre mixed-use development directly across Apopka-Vineland Road — dining, retail, Publix, and entertainment)
- Parkside (Meritage Homes community to the north along Buenavista Woods Boulevard)
- Dr. P. Phillips Community Park (80-acre park on Big Sand Lake with splash pad, playground, sports courts, dog park, and trails — 0.7 miles north)
- Sand Lake Elementary School (zoned elementary school directly 0.6 miles away; Lake Buena Vista High School 1 mile south)
🚗 Detailed Commute Times
- Downtown Orlando: Approximately 25–30 minutes (15 miles via I-4 East)
- UCF Campus: Approximately 35–40 minutes (25 miles via I-4 and SR 408)
- Walt Disney World: Approximately 5–8 minutes (2 miles south on Apopka-Vineland Road)
- Universal Orlando: Approximately 12–15 minutes (7 miles via I-4)
- SeaWorld Orlando: Approximately 10–12 minutes (6 miles via I-4)
- Cocoa Beach: Approximately 65–70 minutes (65 miles via Beachline/SR 528)
- Sand Lake Road / Restaurant Row: Approximately 5 minutes (3 miles north on Apopka-Vineland Road)
- Orlando Premium Outlets (Vineland): Approximately 5 minutes (1.5 miles east on Daryl Carter Pkwy)
✈️ Airport Access
- Orlando International Airport (MCO): Approximately 25–30 minutes (20 miles via Beachline/SR 528 East)
- Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB): Approximately 45–50 minutes (40 miles via I-4 North)
- Kissimmee Gateway Airport (ISM): Approximately 20–25 minutes (15 miles south via US-192)
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Phillips Grove Amenities & Lifestyle
Life in Phillips Grove delivers the best of both worlds: the quiet, family-oriented security of a gated newer community paired with unmatched proximity to Central Florida's most iconic attractions, parks, and dining. Residents enjoy walking distance to one of Dr. Phillips' finest community parks, immediate access to an expanding mixed-use corridor, and the peace of mind that comes with Pulte construction quality and a professionally managed HOA.
The lifestyle here skews active and family-focused. Morning routines often include walks along community sidewalks or over to the Dr. P. Phillips Community Park splash pad, while evenings might mean dinner on Restaurant Row or a quick trip to Walt Disney World just minutes away. With Sand Lake Elementary a short walk from the entrance and Lake Buena Vista High School just 1 mile south, Phillips Grove serves families at every stage.
🏊 Neighborhood Amenities
Amenities found within Phillips Grove:
- Gated entrance with controlled access
- Upscale community pool and cabana
- Athletic court
- HOA-maintained lawn care and common area landscaping
- Sidewalks throughout the community
- Select lakefront homesites on Little Fish Lake
🛍️ Shopping & Services
Phillips Grove residents enjoy direct access to two major shopping destinations within minutes. The Mall at Millenia — with Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's, and luxury boutiques — is approximately 15 minutes north. The Vineland Pointe retail center and Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets are approximately 1.5 miles east on Daryl Carter Parkway, offering everyday and outlet shopping. The O-Town West mixed-use development across the street is bringing a Publix, Chase Bank, and variety of retailers and restaurants directly to the community's doorstep.
For comprehensive shopping information: View our Dr. Phillips Shopping Guide →
🍽️ Restaurants
Sand Lake Road's renowned Restaurant Row is approximately 5 minutes north, offering 150+ restaurants representing dozens of global cuisines. The Sand Lake Road Restaurant Row corridor is one of the most celebrated dining destinations in all of Orlando, featuring everything from fine dining at Christini's Ristorante Italiano to casual favorites like Rocco's Tacos. The O-Town West development directly across from Phillips Grove is also expanding the neighborhood's walkable dining options with new restaurant concepts opening regularly.
For comprehensive restaurant information: View our Dr. Phillips Restaurants Guide →
🎭 Arts & Culture
Dr. Phillips is named for citrus magnate Dr. Philip Phillips, whose philanthropic legacy lives on through the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Orlando — approximately 25 minutes away. The center hosts Broadway touring productions, symphony performances, and educational programs year-round. Closer to home, the Dr. Phillips community celebrates its heritage through the Taste of Dr. Phillips festival and seasonal events at the community park.
For comprehensive arts & culture information: View our Dr. Phillips Arts & Culture Guide →
🏃 Health & Wellness
Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital on Turkey Lake Road is approximately 4 miles north, providing 24-hour emergency care, surgical specialties, and outpatient services. The Dr. Phillips YMCA Family Center — one of Orlando's best-equipped YMCA facilities — is minutes away and offers fitness, aquatics, and youth programs. The Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center, an Olympic-caliber aquatic facility, is approximately 10 minutes north on International Drive.
For comprehensive health & wellness information: View our Dr. Phillips Health & Wellness Guide →
🌳 Parks & Recreation
The Dr. P. Phillips Community Park on Big Sand Lake is the neighborhood's defining recreational asset — located just 0.7 miles north of Phillips Grove. This 80-acre park features a splash pad water park, large playground, basketball and tennis courts, a dog park, covered pavilions, walking trails, and direct waterfront access to Big Sand Lake. It serves as the community gathering place for movie nights, the annual Taste of Dr. Phillips festival, and seasonal events. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake is also nearby, offering nature trails, sports fields, and lake access.
For comprehensive parks & recreation information: View our Dr. Phillips Parks & Recreation Guide →
⚽ Sports & Athletics
Sports enthusiasts in Phillips Grove enjoy proximity to some of Orlando's finest athletic venues. Bay Hill Club & Lodge — home of the annual PGA Tour Arnold Palmer Invitational — is approximately 10 minutes north. The Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center offers competitive and recreational swimming year-round. The Dr. Phillips YMCA hosts soccer, baseball, and multiple youth and adult leagues within the broader community. Water sports on Big Sand Lake and the Sand Lake Chain of Lakes are accessible via the nearby community park boat launch.
For comprehensive sports & athletics information: View our Dr. Phillips Sports & Athletics Guide →
🎉 Fun Things to Do
Phillips Grove's location is arguably the single greatest lifestyle advantage the community offers — Walt Disney World is just 1–2 miles away, Universal Orlando is 12 minutes north, and SeaWorld Orlando is 10 minutes away. Annual passholder culture is a genuine part of daily life here. The Disney Springs entertainment, dining, and shopping complex is just minutes down the road. The Florida Turnpike provides easy weekend escapes south to the Keys or north to theme park alternatives.
For comprehensive events & activities information: View our Dr. Phillips Events & Things To Do Guide →
🎓 Schools
Phillips Grove is served by Orange County Public Schools:
- Elementary: Sand Lake Elementary School (0.6 miles — Pre-K through 5th grade)
- Middle: Southwest Middle School (approximately 4 miles)
- High: Lake Buena Vista High School (1 mile south — opened 2021)
Note: School assignments are subject to change. Always verify current zoning with Orange County Public Schools.
Private school options in the area include Windermere Preparatory School (6 miles) and various faith-based schools along the Dr. Phillips corridor.
For comprehensive school information: View our Dr. Phillips Schools Guide →
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How Phillips Grove Compares
Phillips Grove stands out in the Dr. Phillips market as the community's most recently built gated single-family neighborhood, offering buyers newer construction quality — including Smart Home features and energy-efficient Pulte builds — in an area where most inventory dates to the 1980s through 2000s. The combination of no CDD fees, gated access, Pulte's reputation, and proximity to Walt Disney World creates a compelling value proposition for families and professionals alike.
Compared to nearby communities, Phillips Grove offers newer construction at a competitive price point relative to the southern Dr. Phillips market, while delivering community amenities (pool, cabana, athletic court, lawn maintenance) and modern floor plans that older neighborhoods simply cannot match.
| Feature | Phillips Grove | Parkside | Sand Lake Hills |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018–2020 | 2013–2019 | 1980s–1990s |
| Builder | Pulte Homes | Meritage Homes | Various |
| Gated | Yes — gated entrance | Yes — gated | No |
| CDD Fee | No | No | No |
| Home Sizes | 2,100–5,100+ sq ft | 2,700–5,200 sq ft | 1,500–3,500 sq ft |
| Lakefront Homes | Yes — Little Fish Lake | Pond views only | No |
| Community Pool | Yes — resort-style | Yes | No |
| Distance to Disney | ~1–2 miles | ~2 miles | ~4 miles |
💡 Value Proposition: Phillips Grove delivers the newest construction in southern Dr. Phillips with no CDD fees, gated security, a resort-style pool, and lakefront homesites — all within 2 miles of Walt Disney World and walking distance to the Dr. P. Phillips Community Park. For buyers who want modern Pulte quality in an established, prestigious zip code, this is an exceptional opportunity.
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Phillips Grove HOA & CDD Information
Phillips Grove is governed by a mandatory homeowners association that maintains the community's gated entrance, resort-style pool and cabana, athletic court, and all common area landscaping. The HOA also covers lawn maintenance as part of the community's amenity package — a notable benefit that keeps the neighborhood consistently well-manicured and reduces individual maintenance burdens. There is no CDD (Community Development District) fee in Phillips Grove, which is a meaningful cost advantage compared to many newer master-planned communities in the broader Southwest Orlando area.
HOA documents, architectural guidelines, and governing covenants establish standards for exterior modifications, landscaping choices, and community use that help preserve property values and neighborhood character throughout the community.
💰 HOA Fees & Management Contact
HOA fees and management company information often change. Please contact us and we will be happy to provide you with the current HOA fee, payment schedule, and direct contact information for the HOA management company. We can also check for you to see if there are any current or upcoming special assessments.
📋 What HOA Fees Cover
- Gated entrance maintenance and operation
- Resort-style community pool and cabana upkeep
- Athletic court maintenance
- Common area landscaping and irrigation
- HOA lawn maintenance (included per community specifications)
- Community management services
- Reserve fund contributions
- Street lighting in common areas
📜 HOA Rules & Restrictions
As with all Pulte communities, Phillips Grove's HOA governing documents include architectural review standards for modifications such as pools, fences, exterior paint colors, and landscaping changes. Pet policies, parking guidelines, and rental restrictions may apply. Prospective buyers should request and review the full Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) during due diligence. Contact us and we can help facilitate document requests.
📌 CDD Information
Phillips Grove does not have a Community Development District (CDD) fee. This is a meaningful savings advantage compared to newer master-planned communities in the broader Southwest Orlando and Horizon West areas, where CDD fees can add $1,500–$4,000+ annually to ownership costs. Want to understand the difference between HOA and CDD fees? Learn more about CDD fees → and HOA fees →
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