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Vista Royale Homes for Sale

7670 Milano Drive, Orlando image
7670 Milano Drive, Orlando $779,000

Welcome to this beautifully maintained pool home in the highly sought-after Vista Royale community of MetroWest! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers 2,823 ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • Vista Royale Ph 02 SubDv.
  • 32835 Zip Code
7665 Mount Carmel Drive, Orlando image
7665 Mount Carmel Drive, Orlando $719,900

7665 Mount Carmel Dr is located in the gated and oak tree-lined community of Vista Royale in Metro West. This tranquil waterfront pool home exemplifies upscale living in ...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • Vista Royale SubDv.
  • 32835 Zip Code
1855 Vista Royale Boulevard, Orlando image
1855 Vista Royale Boulevard, Orlando $665,000 ▼

Welcome to 1855 Vista Royale – a rare gem in one of Orlando’s most desirable gated communities. This stunning Mediterranean-style pool home offers the perfect blend of ti...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • Vista Royale SubDv.
  • 32835 Zip Code
7698 Mount Carmel Drive, Orlando image
7698 Mount Carmel Drive, Orlando $720,000 ▼

Virtually Staged. Discover the pinnacle of contemporary architecture and luxurious living in this beautifully corner lot home, ideally located in the highly sought-after ...

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📋 What's on This Page
  • About Vista Royale Neighborhood
  • Location & Connections
  • Neighborhood Amenities & Lifestyle
  • How Vista Royale Compares
  • HOA Information
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Available Homes

Vista Royale Homes for Sale

MetroWest, Orlando, FL 32835 | Intimate Gated Community of ~70 Custom Single-Family Homes

Tucked into the southwestern corner of MetroWest, Vista Royale is a small gated enclave of roughly 70 single-family homes built by ABD Development, known for upscale Mediterranean and contemporary designs along quiet, oak-lined streets. With only a handful of resales each year, it appeals to buyers who want established custom homes and gated privacy inside one of southwest Orlando's most amenity-rich communities. View Available Homes

✔ Information verified current as of June 5, 2026

About Vista Royale Neighborhood

Vista Royale sits in the southwestern portion of the MetroWest master-planned community, a short walk from the neighborhood's zoned elementary school across Lake Vilma Drive and minutes from the MetroWest Golf Club. The community is fully gated, with a single secured entrance off Vista Royale Boulevard that keeps through-traffic out and gives the enclave a private, tucked-away feel uncommon for a location this central.

The homes here were developed by ABD Development, a builder known regionally for upscale custom and semi-custom residences. Floor plans typically run from about 1,700 to just over 3,000 square feet and lean toward Mediterranean and contemporary styling — tile roofs, arched windows, paver drives, and screened pool enclosures are common. Many homes feature custom built-ins, French doors, cathedral ceilings, and primary suites with spa-style baths, reflecting the move-up buyer the neighborhood was designed for.

Vista Royale is an intentionally small community of roughly 70 homes, which is part of its appeal: low turnover, mature landscaping, and a quiet residential character. About ten homes along the northern edge back to an internal drainage pond, giving those lots a water view, while the remaining homes sit on interior streets shaded by established oaks. Combined with gated access and a built-out, established feel, it reads more like a private pocket neighborhood than a large subdivision.

📊 Quick Facts
Property Style(s):Single-family; Mediterranean & contemporary, many with screened pools
Home Sizes:~1,700 – 3,000+ sq ft (verify per listing)
Year Built:Late 1990s – 2000s (verify per listing)
HOA Fee:Contact us for current fee
CDD Fee:None (verify)
Total Homes:~70 (gated)
🏡 What Makes Vista Royale Distinct
  • Gated single-family enclave of only ~70 homes — low turnover and a private feel
  • Upscale ABD Development custom homes with pools, built-ins, and high ceilings
  • Water-view lots backing to the internal drainage pond on the north side
  • Walkable to the zoned elementary school across Lake Vilma Drive
  • Central southwest-Orlando location with quick golf, dining, and expressway access

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Vista Royale Location & Connections

Vista Royale is located in the southwestern section of MetroWest, roughly seven miles west-southwest of downtown Orlando. Its gated entrance is off Vista Royale Boulevard, with Westpointe Boulevard and Verde Way framing the surrounding street grid. The location balances seclusion with reach: the community's internal spine, Hiawassee Road, and the eastern gateway of Kirkman Road put shopping, dining, golf, and expressway ramps within a few minutes.

🏘️ Adjacent Neighborhoods & Areas
  • Palma Vista — nearby gated single-family community
  • Bardmoor — residential community near the golf club
  • St. Andrews — golf-themed community within MetroWest
  • MetroWest Elementary School — zoned elementary, walkable across Lake Vilma Drive
  • The surrounding MetroWest master-planned community (golf, lakes, and the central dining corridor)

Bounding and internal features — Westpointe Boulevard, Vista Royale Boulevard, Verde Way, and the community's interior drainage pond — are roads and water features rather than separate neighborhoods, so they are listed here as plain text.

🚗 Detailed Commute Times
  • Downtown Orlando: ~15 minutes via SR-408 (~7 miles)
  • The Mall at Millenia: ~10 minutes east via Conroy Road (~4 miles)
  • Universal Orlando: ~12 minutes via Kirkman Road (~5 miles)
  • SeaWorld Orlando: ~15 minutes (~7 miles)
  • Walt Disney World: ~20 minutes via I-4 (~12 miles)
  • Valencia College West Campus: ~7 minutes via Kirkman Road (~3 miles)
  • I-4 (Conroy / Kirkman ramps): ~7 minutes (~3 miles)
  • Cocoa Beach: ~60 minutes via SR-408 and SR-528 (~60 miles)
✈️ Airport Access
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO): ~20–25 minutes (~14 miles)
  • Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB): ~40 minutes (~30 miles)

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Vista Royale Amenities & Lifestyle

Vista Royale's lifestyle is defined less by resort-style shared amenities and more by gated privacy, established homes, and an unbeatable central location. Day-to-day life leans on the wider MetroWest community — the golf course, the community's main dining corridor, and neighborhood shopping are all within a few minutes of the gate.

Because the community is compact, residents tend to value the quiet, the mature tree canopy, and the convenience of having golf, groceries, and major employers all close by without sacrificing a tucked-away residential setting.

🏊 Neighborhood Amenities

Amenities and features within Vista Royale:

  • Gated, single-entrance community with controlled access
  • Mature, oak-lined interior streets and landscaped common areas
  • Water-view lots backing to the internal drainage pond on the north side
  • Predominantly private screened pools at the individual homes

Note: As a small enclave, Vista Royale does not have a community pool or clubhouse; recreation is centered on the surrounding MetroWest community.

🛍️ Shopping & Services

Everyday shopping centers on the Publix-anchored MetroWest Village, with luxury retail a short drive east at The Mall at Millenia.

For comprehensive shopping information: Discover even more shopping options with our comprehensive MetroWest shopping guide.

🍽️ Restaurants

The Hiawassee Road corridor offers an international mix of Brazilian, Lebanese, and Mediterranean kitchens, plus local favorite Teak Neighborhood Grill and on-course dining at Sundance Tavern.

For comprehensive restaurant information: Explore dining options in our complete MetroWest restaurants and dining guide.

🎭 Arts & Culture

MetroWest's signature public artwork, the Quattro Cavalli fountain, anchors the community, while the Achilles Art Café blends a gallery with a coffeehouse.

For comprehensive arts & culture information: Explore more area arts & culture options in our comprehensive MetroWest arts and culture guide.

🏃 Health & Wellness

Day-to-day urgent care is handled inside the community at CareSpot, with full-service hospitals a short drive south in the Dr. Phillips area.

For comprehensive health & wellness information: For a complete directory of healthcare providers, visit our comprehensive MetroWest health and wellness guide.

🌳 Parks & Recreation

The community's effective backyard is the 183-acre Bill Frederick Park, with camping, trails, and disc golf, plus bass fishing on Turkey Lake.

For comprehensive parks & recreation information: Discover more parks, trails, and outdoor recreation in our detailed MetroWest parks and recreation guide.

⚽ Sports & Athletics

The public, Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed MetroWest Golf Club threads through the community and serves as its de facto recreational hub, with tennis and junior programs available on site.

For comprehensive sports & athletics information: Find complete information on golf, fitness, and recreation in our detailed MetroWest sports and athletics guide.

🎉 Fun Things to Do

One of Vista Royale's biggest draws is proximity to the theme parks — Universal Orlando is roughly twelve minutes away via Kirkman Road, with International Drive's attractions a similar drive southeast.

For comprehensive events & activities information: Find even more things to do in our complete MetroWest entertainment guide.

🎓 Schools

Vista Royale is likely zoned for (verify with OCPS):

  • Elementary: MetroWest Elementary School (walkable across Lake Vilma Drive)
  • Middle: Chain of Lakes Middle School
  • High: Olympia High School (A-rated)

Note: School assignments are subject to change and should be confirmed per-address with Orange County Public Schools (OCPS).

For comprehensive school information: For detailed school ratings and educational resources, visit our comprehensive MetroWest schools and education guide.

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How Vista Royale Compares

MetroWest is best known for its large condominium and townhome market, so a gated community of detached custom homes occupies a relatively scarce niche. The table below frames where Vista Royale fits against the two alternatives most buyers weigh in the area.

Feature Vista Royale Typical MetroWest Condo Community Newer Gated Single-Family (Outer Orlando)
Home Type Detached custom single-family Attached condo / townhome Detached production single-family
Community Size ~70 homes (intimate) Hundreds of units Hundreds of homes
Gated Yes Often Often
CDD Fee None (verify) None typical Common
Downtown Commute ~15 min ~15 min 30+ min

💡 Value Proposition: Vista Royale offers something MetroWest has relatively little of — detached, gated custom homes by ABD Development on established lots — while keeping the central location, golf access, and theme-park proximity that define the wider community. Buyers trade resort-style shared amenities for privacy, space, and low turnover.

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Vista Royale HOA & CDD Information

Vista Royale is a gated, HOA-governed community. The association maintains the secured entrance, common landscaping, and shared infrastructure that give the enclave its private, well-kept character. As with most established MetroWest communities, there is no Community Development District (CDD) assessment — though this should be confirmed for the specific property.

💰 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 Typically Cover
  • Gated entry operation and maintenance
  • Common-area and entrance landscaping
  • Street lighting in common areas
  • Maintenance of the internal drainage pond and shared infrastructure
  • Management and administration
  • Reserve funds for shared components

Coverage varies by association — please contact us for the current, verified list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HOA fee for Vista Royale?
Please contact us for the current HOA fee, payment schedule, and HOA management company contact information. Fees in a gated community like this typically cover entrance maintenance, common-area landscaping, and shared infrastructure.
Is there a CDD fee in Vista Royale?
Vista Royale is not expected to carry a Community Development District (CDD) assessment, as MetroWest communities are generally HOA-governed rather than CDD-funded. We recommend confirming this for the specific property before closing.
What schools serve Vista Royale?
Vista Royale is likely zoned for MetroWest Elementary School — walkable across Lake Vilma Drive — along with Chain of Lakes Middle School and A-rated Olympia High School. Always verify current zoning per-address with OCPS.
Who built Vista Royale and how many homes are there?
Vista Royale is an intimate community of roughly 70 single-family homes developed by ABD Development, a builder known for upscale custom and semi-custom designs with features like cathedral ceilings, French doors, and screened pools.
Is Vista Royale a gated community?
Yes. Vista Royale is fully gated with a single secured entrance off Vista Royale Boulevard, which keeps through-traffic out and contributes to the neighborhood's quiet, private character.
Are there waterfront homes in Vista Royale?
Roughly ten homes along the northern edge of the community back to an internal drainage pond, offering a water view. The remaining homes sit on interior streets shaded by mature oaks.
What is the location like?
Vista Royale is in southwest Orlando's MetroWest community, about seven miles from downtown. It offers quick access to the MetroWest Golf Club, SR-408, and the theme-park corridor via Kirkman Road.
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