1993 to 2002Years built
2,900 to 8,000+ sq ftHome size
GatedEntry
Gotha & Dr. Phillips SideArea
Why people move here

Thirty-two gated homes on Lake Down.

Lake Down Crest is a gated enclave of 32 homes on Lake Down, built from 1993 to 2002. Lakefront lots connect to the Butler Chain.
Shopping is about a mile away, and Dr. Phillips and Restaurant Row are a short drive east.
Boaters who want a gate and a smaller community on the chain.

Lake Down Crest at a glance

Location: Apopka-Vineland Road, north of Conroy-Windermere Road, on Lake Down

Builder: Custom and individual builders

Built: 1993 to 2002

Homes: 32 homes

Home types: Luxury homes and lakefront estates

Size: About 2,900 to 8,000+ sq ft

Bedrooms: Varies by home

Entry: Gated

Area: Gotha & Dr. Phillips Side

Life here

What Lake Down Crest has

🛡Gated entry
🌊Lake Down frontage on the Butler Chain
Proximity

What is close to Lake Down Crest

  • Grocery and shopping ~1.2 mi
  • Rose Place Park ~2 mi
  • Lake Down boat ramp ~2 mi
  • Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake ~3.5 mi

Approximate distances from the community entrance. Walt Disney World is roughly 15 to 20 minutes away off-peak. Two-lane roads around the lakes and SR 535 slow down at rush hour, so send me your work address and I will map your real commute.

Schools

🏫 Thornebrooke Elementary

🏫 Gotha Middle

🏫 Olympia High

Orange County Public Schools. Zoning changes, so verify every address.

The numbers

Lake Down Crest market snapshot

Lake Down Crest had 1 closed sale in the last 12 months. That is too few for a median that means anything, so I price homes here one at a time.

Get the real numbers for Lake Down Crest

Call or text me at 407.502.4719 and I will send every recent closed sale in and around Lake Down Crest, straight from Stellar MLS, with what each one tells us about value.

Stellar MLS, residential closed sales, 12 months ending September 30, 2026. Pulled Oct 15, 2026 and refreshed every quarter. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For a specific home, request a custom report.

Live MLS listings

Lake Down Crest homes for sale right now

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Free guides

Buying or selling in Lake Down Crest?

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🏡 Buyer Guide

How buying in Lake Down Crest works, from new construction versus resale to what to verify on HOA, CDD and school zoning.

🔑 Seller Guide

Pricing, prep and timing for selling your current home, including how to sell and buy at the same time without moving twice.

Questions buyers ask

Lake Down Crest FAQ

Where is Lake Down Crest in Windermere?

Lake Down Crest is in the Gotha and Dr. Phillips side of Windermere, west of Apopka-Vineland Road, at Apopka-Vineland Road, north of Conroy-Windermere Road, on Lake Down.

How far is Lake Down Crest from Walt Disney World?

Roughly 15 to 20 minutes off-peak from this part of Windermere. I will map the exact drive from the entrance before you choose.

When were homes in Lake Down Crest built?

1993 to 2002. Most homes were built by individual or custom builders.

What amenities does Lake Down Crest have?

Gated entry, Lake Down frontage on the Butler Chain.

Is Lake Down Crest a gated community?

Yes. Lake Down Crest has a gated entry. I confirm gate type and access rules for any home before you write an offer.

What schools serve Lake Down Crest?

Schools commonly listed for this community: Thornebrooke Elementary, Gotha Middle, Olympia High. Assignments change, so verify zoning for a specific address with the OCPS School Locator.

Is Lake Down Crest in the Town of Windermere?

Many Windermere addresses are in unincorporated Orange County, not the Town. Taxes, rules and services differ, so I confirm the jurisdiction for every address.

What do homes in Lake Down Crest sell for?

Too few homes sold in Lake Down Crest in the last 12 months for a reliable median. Call or text me at 407.502.4719 and I will send recent closed sales in and around Lake Down Crest from Stellar MLS.

Your next step

Thinking about Lake Down Crest?

Give me 30 minutes and tell me your timeline. I will send back:

  • Recent closed sales in Lake Down Crest, straight from Stellar MLS
  • Town or county, HOA and lake access for the homes that fit
  • Your real commute, mapped from the entrance

No pressure. If you are selling a home somewhere else first, we will plan both sides together.

Semper Fi to your real estate needs. Jorge Martinez, REALTOR®

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Community details come from public sources and change over time; distances are approximate. Market data from Stellar MLS. Buyers should verify Town or county jurisdiction, school assignments, HOA, CDD, lake access and all property details independently. The JEM Property Group is an independently owned and operated real estate team affiliated with Keller Williams Realty. Equal Housing Opportunity.