The biggest driver of real estate value in 2026 isn’t theme parks—it’s Medical City. The massive expansion of Lake Nona has created a “spillover effect” that is transforming the residential landscape of St. Cloud and Kissimmee. As high-wage professionals in the biotech and medical sectors look for more space and a “hometown” feel, they are moving south and east. This has made St. Cloud one of the most stable appreciating markets in Central Florida. Investors are pivoting away from short-term vacation rentals and moving toward long-term “Professional rentals” in these tech-adjacent corridors.
In 2026, we are seeing a shift in what buyers want. They are moving away from the high-density traffic of Downtown Orlando and toward “lifestyle communities” in St. Cloud that offer waterfront access on East Lake Toho and better school districts. The infrastructure in this area is finally catching up, with new roads making the commute to Lake Nona’s medical hubs less than 20 minutes. For a buyer in Osceola County, this represents the perfect “buy low, hold high” scenario as the region continues to mature.
How Incisive Realty Can Help: Incisive Realty uses a data-first approach to track where the new medical facilities and tech offices are breaking ground before the market reacts. Whether you are an investor looking for a high-yield property or a professional relocating for work, we provide the incisive market research to identify properties in St. Cloud and Kissimmee that are poised for the highest appreciation. Let us help you find your place in Florida’s newest high-tech corridor.