— Community Guide
Reunion
Reunion, FL
“Reunion is a 2,300-acre gated resort community 6 miles from Walt Disney World — the only place in the world with three PGA-signature golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, and Jack Nicklaus. About 3,000 homes range from Key West pastel townhomes to multi-million-dollar custom estates, most zoned and equipped for short-term vacation rental.”
Resort · three signature golf courses · STR-permitted · waterpark · Disney proximity · Celebration High School
What locals love
- Three PGA-signature golf courses — Arnold Palmer Legacy, Tom Watson Tradition, Jack Nicklaus Signature — the only such combination at one resort in the world
- Osceola County STR-permitted — one of the few master-planned communities in Central Florida where short-term vacation rental is actively supported and legally straightforward
- Resort Water Park and multi-pool network — on-site waterpark plus private and community pool options throughout the resort
- Proximity to Disney World, Universal, and I-4 corridor — 6 miles to Magic Kingdom main entrance, 20 minutes to International Drive
- Celebration High School (A-minus, Niche) serves the ZIP 34747 corridor — strong academics with IB program
A brief history
Bobby Ginn purchased 2,300 acres of Heidrich family citrus groves in Osceola County for $42 million and broke ground on Reunion Resort in June 2001, envisioning a community where "families could gather and reunite." The first priority sales event in December 2001 sold 264 home sites worth $40 million in 16 hours. The Arnold Palmer Legacy Course opened in 2004, followed by the Watson and Nicklaus courses — a combination unique in the world. The Ginn Company filed for bankruptcy in November 2008 amid the financial crisis; Salamander Hotels & Resorts assumed management before Kingwood International Resorts took ownership in February 2019. The community rebounded strongly through the pandemic era as demand for multigenerational vacation space drove both rental rates and home prices to record levels.
The housing mix
Reunion's approximately 3,000 homes span four main categories: condominiums and townhomes in Carriage Pointe, Eagle Trace, and Heritage Crossing ($400K–$800K, 1,100–2,500 SF, the primary STR-investor entry point); Key West-style single-family homes in Patriots Landing with pastel stucco and 40-foot lots ($600K–$1M, 1,900–3,500 SF); larger single-family in Homestead and Seven Eagles ($700K–$1.5M, 1,900–11,000 SF); and custom estate homes in Liberty Bluff and Bears Den ($1.5M–$3M+, 4,000–9,000+ SF on 35–50-foot lots with private pools, spas, and summer kitchens). Most homes were built between 2004 and 2020, with newer STR-optimized builds after 2015 prioritizing 6–10 bedrooms and themed game rooms.
Who lives here
Reunion attracts two overlapping buyer profiles. The majority are STR investors — primarily from the Midwest, Northeast, UK, and Canada — purchasing homes they intend to place on vacation rental platforms (Airbnb, VRBO) and use personally a few weeks per year. A second group are full-time or part-time residents drawn by the resort amenities, Celebration High School's A-minus rating, and the flexibility of Osceola County's STR-friendly regulatory environment. Corporate transferees working in the Disney/hospitality and healthcare corridors along I-4 and US-192 account for a portion of the full-time population. The community has a notably international buyer mix compared to other Central Florida neighborhoods.
Landmarks & things to do
- Arnold Palmer Legacy Course — 18-hole signature design with elevation changes rare in Central Florida
- Tom Watson Tradition Course — the most technically demanding of the three, with the historic Bears Den Clubhouse at the 18th
- Jack Nicklaus Signature Course — the most recent of the three courses, known for wide fairways and risk-reward par 5s
- Reunion Resort Water Park — on-site multi-slide family waterpark exclusive to resort guests and residents
- The Grand at Reunion — resort hotel, spa, fitness center, and multiple on-site dining venues
- Walt Disney World — 6 miles to Magic Kingdom; all four parks within a 15–25 minute drive
- ICON Park (International Drive) — 20 minutes north for The Wheel, Sea Life aquarium, and Madame Tussauds
- US-192 commercial corridor — restaurants, grocery (Publix at Celebration, Walmart on 192), and everyday retail within 5–10 minutes
Schools in the area
Detailed school zone + rating pages are rolling out progressively. Ask Ben about school-zoned home searches in Reunion — he'll pull the exact attendance map and closed-sale data for each feeder pattern.
Frequently asked about Reunion
Can I rent my Reunion Resort home on Airbnb or VRBO?
Yes — Osceola County actively permits short-term vacation rentals, and Reunion's governing documents are structured around the STR model. Owners must obtain an Osceola County STR license and collect a combined 12% tourist development and sales tax on bookings under six months. Most STR operators at Reunion use a professional management company (typically 20–35% of gross revenue). Buyers should review the specific section's HOA covenants during due diligence — most permit STR, but minimum-stay and guest-management policies vary by neighborhood.
What flood zone is Reunion Resort in?
Reunion sits on former inland citrus grove land in Osceola County — well away from the coast and storm surge zones that drive high flood insurance premiums in Tampa Bay and South Florida. Most parcels fall in FEMA Zone X (minimal flood risk). Flood insurance is typically not required by lenders on Zone X parcels and, if purchased voluntarily, is significantly cheaper than coastal Central Florida communities. Always verify the specific parcel's flood zone at the FEMA Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) or the Osceola County GIS portal before closing.
What schools serve Reunion Resort?
Most Reunion Resort addresses are zoned to Westside K-8 School (2551 Westside Blvd, Kissimmee) for grades K–8. Westside is rated C by Niche. Celebration High School serves the ZIP 34747 corridor for grades 9–12 and carries an A-minus rating with a strong IB program. For families where school quality is a priority, many Reunion residents pursue Osceola County school-choice options or private schools in the Celebration and St. Cloud corridor. Confirm your specific address assignment at osceolaschools.net — zone lines can vary within the community.
What is the Reunion Resort real estate market like in 2026?
Reunion is a buyer-favorable market in 2026. Active inventory runs 600–650+ listings — large for a single community — and median days on market is elevated (roughly 95–125 days) compared to non-STR Central Florida communities. This extended timeline reflects the due-diligence complexity of STR investment purchases (buyers reviewing rental history, HOA financials, CDD schedules) rather than weak demand. Median prices cluster around $490K–$612K depending on the source and property mix. Entry townhomes under $450K move faster; luxury estate homes in Bears Den and Seven Eagles carry longer timelines.
How does Reunion compare to Celebration or Golden Oak?
Reunion, Celebration, and Golden Oak occupy distinct positions in the Disney-area real estate market. Celebration is a traditional master-planned residential community designed for long-term residents — limited STR, quieter residential character, walkable downtown. Golden Oak is a gated Disney-owned enclave where STR is prohibited and homes typically trade $3M–$10M+. Reunion sits between them on price and between them on residential vs. investment orientation — it is the dominant STR-investor choice in Central Florida by both inventory and volume. Families who want resort amenities, flexibility to rent, and Celebration High School access without Golden Oak pricing gravitate to Reunion.
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