FAMILIES TODAY COME IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES   TAKING A LOOK AT  St.Cloud Florida, which is celebrating its 100th Anniversary this year, one sees an eclectic diversity of houses.  There are still  fine historic homes dating as far back as 1900 in St. Cloud, Florida which have been upgraded over time as well as the new housing which was built during the boom years 2006-2007.  A reflection of how American families have changed and how their needs have evolved over time as well.

From the very small bungalow style homes which replaced the tents supplied in 1900's by the Seminole Land Investment Company, in Washington DC, to today's sleekly designed modern homes you will find them all here in St. Cloud, Florida.

St. Cloud, Florida is nestled along the shores of East Lake Tohopekaliga- a Seminole Native American word meaning "Sleeping Tiger"  known to the locals as East Lake or Toho, it is an 11,000 acre fresh water lake with some of the best bass fishing to be found in Central Florida.  As a result, it has attracted sports enthuiasts who enjoy fishing tournaments, watersports, and jogging trails along the St. Cloud waterfront.

Of the original 100 Historic homes, currently there are about 40% are on the market today.             

These homes typically feature ten foot high ceilings, fireplaces and real wooden floors.

 Many have been retrofitted with central heat and air conditioning, and have had upgraded plumbing and electrical work done with each passing generation. 

These homes are unique. Rooms are typically smaller, but are very economical to own.  Larger ones like the one shown here which was owned by a doctor in 1925, feature large rooms, large fireplace, butlers pantry and wood floors.

They date back to a time when St. Cloud, Florida was called "Soldier City" established by the Seminole Land and Investment Company in the late 1880's.

St. Cloud, Florida was incorporated in 1909 as a "City Celebrating Small Town Living" 

  The Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Memorial Building is on the National Historic Registry

During the Building boom of 2005-2007 Osceola County Florida became one of the fastest growing counties in Central Florida, specifically St. Cloud, Florida  which again became the focus for developers.

What attracted them was the lush farmlands and large parcels of land they could build new modern housing on.

 Developments featured many community features, influenced by what consumers deemed desireable.  Communities within a community. 

Club houses, community pools, gated communtiies, and easy access to all major roadways and Orlando International Airport  were some of the contributing factors which lead to the growth of St.Cloud, Florida.

Today, these homes are very affordable.  Many are offered for less than half of original asking prices.

As families change, the landscape of our community has changed along with them.

From the simple turn of the century homes to the modern sleek new style construction, St. Cloud Florida offers families of all shapes and sizes home which are designed to fit their specific needs. Because one size does not fit all. 

Historic Homes

New Homes