Conway Chain of Lakes: 5 Reasons to Live Here (And 5 NOT To)

Thinking about living on the Conway Chain of Lakes in Orlando, Florida? Before you buy a lakefront home here, there are some important pros AND cons you should know. In this video, Central Florida lakefront real estate expert Mike Derenthal shares 5 reasons buyers love living on the Conway Chain of Lakes—and 5 reasons it might not be the right fit for you. Mike previously lived on Lake Gatlin, part of the Conway Chain, and breaks down what daily lakefront living here is actually like, from boating and the social lake community to location, noise, school zones, neighborhood styles and walkability. In this video: • Boating and water activities on the Conway Chain • The Conway Chain's proximity to Downtown Orlando and Orlando International Airport • Sandbar, boating and social activities • Lakefront neighborhoods and home styles • Luxury vs. more modest waterfront communities • Quieter vs. busier parts of the Conway Chain • Airplane and train noise • Public school zones • HOA vs. non-HOA neighborhoods • Walkability • What buyers should consider before choosing a Conway Chain home The Conway Chain offers an active waterfront lifestyle surprisingly close to Downtown Orlando—but that doesn't mean it's the right lake community for every buyer. If you're considering buying a lakefront home on the Conway Chain or comparing lakes throughout Central Florida, understanding these differences can help you find the lake, neighborhood and property that actually fit your lifestyle. Visit FloridaLakefront.com to explore Central Florida lakefront homes. Mike Derenthal 321-662-8014 00:00 Is the Conway Chain Right for You? 00:20 #1 An Active Boating & Lake Community 01:00 #2 Lakefront Living Close to Downtown Orlando 01:28 #3 The Social Side of the Conway Chain 01:52 #4 Established & Eclectic Neighborhoods 03:10 #5 More Lakes, Activities & Home Options 03:50 5 Reasons You May NOT Want to Live Here 03:56 #1 It's Not a Quiet, Secluded Lake 04:26 #2 Airplane & Train Noise 05:30 #3 Public School Zones Can Vary 06:01 #4 The Neighborhoods Aren't Uniform 06:57 #5 Walkability 07:39 Is the Conway Chain a Good Place to Live?