We’ve mentioned before that Central Florida is a key destination when people think of retirement. The mix between the laid back lifestyle, endless opportunities for golfing and shopping (depending on which might be your pick!) and the year-round Florida sunshine might be a big part of why people want to retire in Central Florida. However, another factor that you many have yet to realize has to do with college towns. While some might not see the connection between the two, we’ve got the inside scoop for you.

When buying your home, especially if you are looking in the newer communities that are focused on offering a plethora of amenities such as community pools, parks, and recreation areas that are both attractive and convenient to have so close to home there are some key terms that might be hard to understand. If you've been doing your research, you may have asked yourself "what is a CDD?". We thought it might be fun to explain just what it is in 100 words or less. So, here we go…

This month we decided to take our traditional Central Florida Neighborhood feature and put a spin on it. While you will still learn all about Winter Park, a popular neighborhood in Central Florida, you’ll also discover the five reasons why you just may want to call it home.

Why might you want to call Winter Park home? Maybe because... 

It's home to the well known Winter Park Farmers’ Market.

Every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m. you can visit the old restored train depot that hosts the produce and plant market. Besides being able to purchase your weekly produce from the local vendors (of local products) you can find booth after booth of baked goods, handmade goods, fresh flowers and more. This weekly event is pet, kid and family friendly making it fun for all ages.