Moving to Orlando, Fl....any suggestions?

[steph72276]

Hi, all. My hubby''s job is moving us from Ft. Lauderdale, FL to Orlando Florida. Does anyone out there have suggestions for nice areas to live in in Orlando. We have a 3 year old, so we are looking for safe, family friendly areas with good schools. A few people have suggested Oviedo, but anyone from around this area have anything to add? Thanks

 

[jaz464]

I live in Oviedo. The schools are rated some of the best in central FL and it really is a very nice area to live in. There is quick access to highways to get downtown and it has a safe and friendly feel. What area will your husband be working in? Traffic in Orlando is a nightmare and you don''t want to have too long of a commute.

 

[steph72276]

Hi, Jasmine...thanks for the reply. He is going to be working off of S. Semoran (sp?) Blvd.

 

[jaz464]

Semoran goes for quite a distance through Orlando so I can''t say quite what you will be closest to. Winter Springs, which is right next to Oveido is also a very nice area. You might want to check that out as well.

 

[Regular Guy]

Though I can''t help you with the more detailed question, to your thread title...I would check out year round passes, if they have them, to Disneyworld...and of course...good wishes!

 

[Skippy123]

If you are buying I think renting for a few months would be nice to figure out what areas you like best.

Also a good realtor will help you figure out the best home for your hubby (work/commute) and your family (schools, shopping, etc.). How exciting and best wishes Steph! That is so cool you will get to go to DisneyWorld anytime you want!

 

[steph72276]

Thanks guys. Skippy, with the whole relocation package, we will be assigned a realtor so she or he can hopefully point us in the right direction....I was just trying to get a head start and see if anyone had any good suggestions. Andrew is so excited that he gets to live close to Mickey Mouse!