Fairview Shores, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Fairview Shores, FL Utility & Living Guide

Fairview Shores offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with easy access to Orlando's amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Orange County Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Orange County Solid Waste Division
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Fairview Shores has seen steady home price growth due to its proximity to Orlando. Inventory remains tight, favoring sellers.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p>

Florida has no state income tax.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

50

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.5/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mixed Democratic/Republican)
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and retail as key industries
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, rising housing costs, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited bus routes; most families rely on cars due to sparse sidewalks.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Fairview Park Playground
  • 🎯
    Orlando Science Center
  • 🎯
    Lake Fairview

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Lakes at Fairview offers family-friendly amenities. Waterford Cove has top-rated schools but higher prices.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Homeowners must maintain landscaping; short-term rentals require permits.

Fairview Shores is experiencing rising home values due to Orlando's tech industry expansion. Local infrastructure investments aim to ease traffic congestion.

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📊 Fairview Shores — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$55,732
👤 Median Age
35.5
🏠 Homeownership Rate
49.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
51.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
14.1%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.1%
📡 Internet Access
84.7%
🎓 College Educated
21.0%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC use spikes electric bills to $150+. Winter costs drop to $90 with mild Florida winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: Property tax millage rate of 1.2% in Fairview Shores. No local surtaxes specific to Orange County.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

5/10: Sidewalks inconsistent, few elevators at bus stops, but good park access.

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