Southchase, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Southchase, FL Utility & Living Guide

Southchase offers a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to Orlando's amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1300/mo
Sales Tax6.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$350,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$135/mo

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Orange County Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Orange County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead $280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1300/mo
2 Bedrooms$1650/mo
3 Bedrooms$2200/mo
Median Home Price$350,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$950

Southchase has a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. Prices have risen steadily due to Orlando’s growth.

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

$950

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.5%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 0.5%</p>

Florida has no state income tax.

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$950/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mix of Republican and Democratic voters)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in tourism and healthcare
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, rising home prices, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are common.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Southchase Park
  • 🎯
    Orlando Science Center
  • 🎯
    Crayola Experience

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Southchase is uniformly suburban with similar amenities throughout. Areas near parks are most family-friendly.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No special local taxes. Homeowners associations common.

Southchase is seeing growth in remote workers. Housing demand remains strong due to Orlando's job market.

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📊 Southchase — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$65,909
👤 Median Age
40.5
🏠 Homeownership Rate
72.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
27.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
14.3%
💼 Unemployment Rate
7.5%
📡 Internet Access
98.6%
🎓 College Educated
23.9%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs can double electric bills. Winter heating costs are minimal due to mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Orange County millage rate: ~1.1%. No local surtaxes.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalks and park access but limited transit options.

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