Delaney Park
Discover Delaney Park: Orlando’s Timeless Treasure of Shaded Streets & Small-Town Soul
Where cathedral oaks form a living canopy over brick-paved streets, Delaney Park stands as Orlando’s original residential gem—a neighborhood where front porch swings creak with generations of stories, where children still chase fireflies through historic parks, and where downtown’s skyline peeks between magnolia blossoms. This National Register-listed enclave attracts those who value legacy, community, and the quiet magic of Orlando’s roots.
An Architectural Album of Orlando’s History
Delaney Park preserves:
1910s Prairie-style homes with art glass windows
1920s Florida vernacular cottages on oversized lots
Classic 1930s colonials with sleeping porches
Luxury restorations blending historic charm with modern luxury
Living Landmarks:
✔ Delaney Park (Orlando’s first public park, 1884)
✔ The “Dubsdread” Ballroom where big bands once played
✔ Historic Delaney Elementary (1926)
✔ Original brick streets laid by 1920s craftsmen
The Delaney Park Rhythm
Residents savor:
Morning: Walking kids to school under a tunnel of live oaks
Afternoon: Croquet matches at the park’s historic course
Evening: Supper clubs in restored dining rooms
Weekends: Antique hunts along Orange Avenue
Why Delaney Park Endures
Orlando’s first planned suburb (1911)
70% original homes with protected historic status
Walk Score of 82 to SODO’s eateries and shops
Active neighborhood association since 1924
For those who cherish deep roots and strong branches, Delaney Park offers Orlando’s most authentic heritage—where your home becomes part of the city’s continuing story.
Ready to own a piece of Orlando’s soul? Our Delaney Park historians know every original fireplace and hidden garden path. Let’s trace your future along these historic bricks.
