501 MERIDALE AVENUE, ORLANDO, FL, 32803
Active15 days on marketListed Jul 24, 2026MLS #O6424715
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About this home
501 MERIDALE AVENUE
From the moment you arrive, you'll fall in love with this picture-perfect home, where outstanding curb appeal is just the beginning. Nestled in the highly sought-after Fern Creek/Colonial town area, this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence perfectly blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates. Step inside to discover a stunning, renovated kitchen featuring elegant quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a custom coffee bar complete with a soapstone countertop, built-in shelving, and a wine refrigerator—creating the perfect space to start your mornings or unwind at the end of the day. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the warmth of wood and tile flooring, crown molding, and abundant natural light. The spacious indoor laundry room offers additional storage or the flexibility to create a hobby or workspace. Major improvements include a new roof and energy-efficient double-pane windows installed in 2022, plus the convenience of a tankless water heater. Enjoy your morning coffee on the inviting front porch or spend evenings entertaining in the large, private, fenced backyard—ideal for grilling, gathering with family and friends, or giving your four-legged family members plenty of room to play. A rare two-car garage provides ample parking and storage. Perfectly positioned just minutes from the Milk District, Baldwin Park, downtown Orlando, popular restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, and convenient access to Colonial Drive, SR 408, and I-4, this home offers the lifestyle today's buyers are searching for. Homes with this much charm, character, and location don't come along often. Schedule your private showing today and discover why this could be the one you've been waiting to call home!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1.5
Bathrooms
1,179
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1968
Year built
One
Levels
$424
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$3,702 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,702/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−0.2%
$/sqft vs Orlando actives
$424 vs $251
Days on market
15 vs 42 typical
Where $424/sqft sits among the 400 Orlando actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Colonialtown South
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Colonialtown South — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,329
Median age
41
Median income
$68,504
Median home value
$437,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
91%
For the school run
Orange County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Orlando market
$400K → $395K
Orlando median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
177 of 400
Orlando actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Orlando, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 11% above the ORLANDO 32803 median. See the full Orlando market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 501 MERIDALE AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$442,000
2817 PICKFAIR STREET
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,143 sqft · $387/sqft · 31 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$500,955
807 PALMER STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,221 sqft · $410/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$375,000
1504 E GORE STREET
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,226 sqft · $306/sqft · 138 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
John Carpenter
CFO/Broker · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 501 MERIDALE AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 501 MERIDALE AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
501 MERIDALE AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 501 MERIDALE AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,702/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 501 MERIDALE AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $4,530. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Orlando?+
At $499,999, this home is listed about 27% above the Orlando median of $394,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 501 MERIDALE AVENUE?+
Hillcrest Elementary (elementary), Lake Como School (elementary), Edgewater High (high) — Orange County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of WATSON REALTY CORP. · Greg Staker. MLS #O6424715.
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