Cresswind at Lake Harris
Tavares, Florida
Davenport, Florida
What It Is Like to Retire in Davenport
Davenport is a very small town of about 2500 in the Orlando area. Nearby towns are Haines City, Kissimmee, Cypress Gardens, and Winter Haven. For more about the area so the reviews of these towns in our Florida Directory.
Where to Retire in Davenport and Home Prices
There are active adult communities in the area. Median home values were $364,394 in mid-2023, according to Zillow.
What Is Special about Davenport
Small town with a lower than the national average crime rate, and close to Walt Disney World.
What Is Not Special about Davenport
Davenport is not considered to be a walkable community and there is no public transportation. Living close to Disney World and Orlando means lots of traffic.
Who Will Like Retirement in Davenport
Those who want a small town close to Orlando and all it has to offer, may enjoy living here. Davenport has festivals, a farmers market, library and a medical center.
Local Economy Is Driven by
Proximity to Orlando is important to the economy in Davenport with Tourism, Arts and Entertainment
Climate and Physical Environment
The average January temperature is 65 degrees, July's average is 82.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Davenport offers events and festivals, but for the cultural scene Orlando is nearby.
Crime
Crime in Davenport is about two thirds the national average.
Medical facilities
Heart of Florida Medical Center is located here.
Transportation
Orlando is the nearest airport, about 35 miles away.
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