Welcome home to 501 Meridale Avenue! - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Relax on your front porch in the morning or afternoon while talking with neighbors, reading the paper, or catching up on social media. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A corner lot with sidewalks is an added benefit to this home. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A nice place to relax at the end of a long day. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The fans will help cool you off during the summer months. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A 2-car garage is located on the side of the home. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A charming living room with hard wood floors. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The new double paned windows make it great for blocking noise and keeping the energy bill low. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A wonderfully lit room perfect for relaxing or enjoying company. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A spacious kitchen is perfect for those who love to cook. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
This is a kitchen that is a rare find in the Colonialtown area. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Stainless steel appliances and a lovely upgraded look to make this a kitchen you would be proud to welcome family and guests. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Plenty of light from the recessed lighting, double pane windows, and the pendant lights. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
This is a home that is perfect for entertaining. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
You'll notice the room in the dining area and the breakfast bar for gathering the family or guests to have a wonderful meal. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Spacious and well lit remodeled kitchen and dining room. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A view of the dining room and coffee bar with wine refrigerator. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The remodeled dining area leading to the double car garage. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The primary bedroom is light and bright with windows looking out to the west and to the north. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Another view of the primary bedroom with the closet. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The primary bathroom with a shower and tub. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The guest bedroom is being used as an office. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The guest bedroom has a half bath. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The half bath looks out to the back of the home. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The laundry room leads to the backyard and is where the tankless water heater is located. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The laundry room has great storage and a work area. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The back yard has plenty of room for fur babies running and playing, a playground for little ones, or a pool for everyone loving the Florida sunshine. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
The hot tub does convey with the home. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
An inviting patio is a great place to have a meal or just relax under the crepe myrtle. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Another view of the brick paver patio. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Looking out to the spacious back yard. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
A great place to grill, enjoy the outdoors, or hop in the hot tub. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Plenty of room in the back yard. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Looking out to the south, which is located off of Amelia. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Looking toward the south with a view of the great sized back yard including the hot tub. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
Make your appointment today to see this charming home. - 501 MERIDALE AVE, ORLANDO
36 photos

$482,500

501 MERIDALE AVE
ORLANDO, FL 32803
Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP.
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1.5
Living area
1,179 sqft
Year built
1968

About this home

From the moment you arrive, you'll fall in love with this picture-perfect home, where outstanding curb appeal is just the beginning. Nestled in the highly sought-after Fern Creek/Colonial town area, this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence perfectly blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates. Step inside to discover a stunning, renovated kitchen featuring elegant quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a custom coffee bar complete with a soapstone countertop, built-in shelving, and a wine refrigerator—creating the perfect space to start your mornings or unwind at the end of the day. Throughout the home, you'll appreciate the warmth of wood and tile flooring, crown molding, and abundant natural light. The spacious indoor laundry room offers additional storage or the flexibility to create a hobby or workspace. Major improvements include a new roof and energy-efficient double-pane windows installed in 2022, plus the convenience of a tankless water heater. Enjoy your morning coffee on the inviting front porch or spend evenings entertaining in the large, private, fenced backyard—ideal for grilling, gathering with family and friends, or giving your four-legged family members plenty of room to play. A rare two-car garage provides ample parking and storage. Perfectly positioned just minutes from the Milk District, Baldwin Park, downtown Orlando, popular restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, and convenient access to Colonial Drive, SR 408, and I-4, this home offers the lifestyle today's buyers are searching for. Homes with this much charm, character, and location don't come along often. Schedule your private showing today and discover why this could be the one you've been waiting to call home!

Property details

MLS
Stellar MLS
MLS #
MFRO6424715
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
HENTZ 1ST ADD
Status
Active
Days on market
71
On market date
July 24, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1.5
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.17 acres
Loading map…

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
HILLCREST ELEMENTARY
0.53 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
424
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
District
ORANGE
Middle
HOWARD MIDDLE
0.7 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
950
Student:teacher ratio
18.6:1
District
ORANGE
HighCharter
CENTRAL FLORIDA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER
0.6 mi away · Grades 6-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
95
Student:teacher ratio
11.9:1
District
ORANGE

Walkability

Blended score for ORLANDO's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

93
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
17.7 / 20 -- Most walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores11
Parks14
Schools13
Transit stops20
Pharmacies9

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in ORLANDO, from live MLS data.

On the market 71 days -- 35 fewer days than ORLANDO's current average of 106 days.
For reference, the median list price across 7,730 active listings in ORLANDO right now is $250,000.

Mortgage calculator

Estimate only - actual rate and payment depend on your lender, credit, and loan program.

$
%
%
Adjust tax / insurance estimates
% / yr
$
/mo
Est. monthly payment
$3,056/mo
$96,500 down
$386,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,504
Property tax (est.)$402
Home insurance (est.)$150

Similar homes you might like

Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 10 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.