Reunion & ChampionsGate Vacation Homes for Investors
Resort communities southwest of Disney where many homes are set up as vacation rentals. I'm Omar Galan, and I help investors buy and sell here in English or Spanish.
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What these communities are
Reunion and ChampionsGate are resort-style communities in Osceola County, near I-4 southwest of Walt Disney World. Many homes here are bought as furnished vacation rentals. Reunion is known for golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tom Watson. ChampionsGate is home to the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate and its golf courses.
Encore at Reunion is a resort community with large vacation homes, many with six or more bedrooms. Short-term rental rules depend on zoning and on each association's documents, which differ by section, so we confirm them for every home before you make an offer.
Reunion & ChampionsGate quick facts
- CountyOsceola
- Mailing citiesKissimmee, Reunion, Davenport
- ChampionsGate medianAbout $365K (Redfin, Sep 2026)
- Reunion & Encore medianNot listed. Sources disagree.
- GolfReunion: Nicklaus, Palmer and Watson courses
- Home typesCondos, townhomes, single-family, large vacation homes
- Short-term rentalsAllowed in many sections. Confirm zoning and HOA rules for the exact home.
Facts checked Oct 20, 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the association, the CDD and the county before you buy.
Median price: about $365K, Redfin, 3 months ending September 2026, all home types, checked Oct 20, 2026. A median is not the value of any one home. We left out a median for Reunion and Encore at Reunion: the sources we checked on Oct 20, 2026 disagree a lot, and the mix of condos and very large homes moves the number.
Homes for vacation-rental investors
You'll find condos and townhomes, single-family homes with pools, and very large homes built for groups. Many are sold furnished.
Review the rental history, the management agreement, the furniture list and the association rules. Ask whether the HOA requires a specific management company or rental program.
Short-term rental rules: what to confirm
Zoning and HOA
Osceola County zoning and each association's documents decide whether nightly or weekly rentals are allowed. Get the current rules in writing for the exact home.
Licenses and taxes
Florida vacation rentals generally need a license from the Florida DBPR, and rental income is subject to state sales tax and the Osceola County tourist development tax. Confirm with each agency.
Insurance
Short-term rental homes usually need a different insurance policy than a primary home. Get quotes early.
Financing
Some lenders treat resort-area homes and condos differently. Talk to a lender who knows vacation-rental loans.
Resort amenities
- Reunion: golf courses by Nicklaus, Palmer and Watson (club membership rules apply)
- ChampionsGate: Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate and golf
- Encore at Reunion: resort club amenities (confirm what the HOA covers)
- Close to Walt Disney World
Cost of ownership: HOA, CDD and taxes
- Ask for the HOA amount and what it covers for the exact home. Some neighborhoods have more than one association.
- Many newer communities add a CDD assessment to the property tax bill. Check the tax bill for the exact parcel.
- Look up taxes for any parcel on the Osceola County Property Appraiser site.
- Living in the home? File for homestead with the property appraiser (deadline March 1).
Location
- I-4 runs right past both communities, toward Disney, Orlando and Tampa.
- SR 429 (toll) connects near Reunion toward Disney and west Orange County.
- US-27 runs to the west near ChampionsGate.
- Drive times depend on traffic and time of day. Test your own commute at rush hour before you buy.
Schools near Reunion & ChampionsGate
Public schools here are part of the School District of Osceola County. Assignments depend on the exact address and can change, so check each address with the district.
Check any address with Osceola's school zoning tools. We list school names only as a starting point. Please confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
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Reunion & ChampionsGate FAQ
Can I rent my Reunion or ChampionsGate home short-term?
Many sections allow short-term rentals, but not all. Zoning and the association documents decide. We confirm the rules for the exact home before you commit.
What is Encore at Reunion?
Encore at Reunion is a resort community with large vacation homes, many with six or more bedrooms, built for group stays.
What licenses does a vacation rental need?
In general, a Florida DBPR vacation rental license, plus registration for state sales tax and the Osceola County tourist development tax. Check with each agency for current rules.
Is ChampionsGate in Kissimmee or Davenport?
ChampionsGate is in Osceola County. Many homes have Davenport mailing addresses, and it borders Polk County.
Can you help me buy or sell here in Spanish?
Yes. I'm bilingual. We can talk, text and review documents in Spanish or English, whichever you prefer.
How do I find out what my home here is worth?
Send me your address through my contact form or call or text (321) 325-2727. I'll prepare a free, no-obligation estimate based on recent nearby sales.
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Community information is general and for convenience only. It is not a substitute for the HOA, CDD, county or school district records. Confirm zoning, rental rules, HOA and CDD fees, flood zones, taxes and school assignments with the official sources before you buy. Listing data on the home search site is from Stellar MLS and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. A home value estimate is an opinion of value, not an appraisal. Equal Housing Opportunity.