Orlando, Florida has grown from a sleepy citrus growing community in the 1950s to a cosmopolitan city which attracts over 50 million tourists annually. Orlando has managed to create a gracious city where tourists can enjoy world-class attractions and fine dining, and residents can live in private, serene communities with fishing, boating, swimming and hiking practically on their back doorstep. East Orlando homes for sale are situated close to lakes and waterways, and homeowners enjoy all kinds of water sports.

Silver Springs Glass Bottom Boats

This is a city where you can come home from work and get in some waterskiing or fishing before dinner. Airboating is popular through the 1,200 lakes and waterways in the Central Florida area. Attractions such as Silver Springs feature glass bottom boats and a nature theme park featuring many species of bird and wildlife.

In Central Florida, the average winter weather is in the 70s, and the average summer temperatures are in the 90s. In other words, perfect weather for year round water sports. East Orlando homes for sale take advantage of the great weather and feature swimming pools with spas, lakefront access, docks, boatramps and marinas.

Hiking and walking are popular in East Orlando communities also. The Seminole Wekiva Walking Trail is in Altamonte Springs, and the Westmont Park Recreation Center is popular for walks. Flowers and tropical plants are abundant in all Central Florida real estate. The Harry P. Leu Gardens feature 50 acres of rare flowers and shrubs, with a wooded deck overlooking Lake Rowena.