College Park

College Park is a distinct neighborhood within the city of Orlando, Florida, deriving its name from the many streets within its bounds that were named for institutions of higher learning like Princeton, Harvard, and Yale. Its close proximity to downtown has made it a popular residential area for over a century, particularly among young professionals and same-sex couples. According to the 2000 census, most residents are of working age (between 18 and 49) and are homeowners. 65.5% of households include no children. Citrus grower John Ericsson built the first known home in College Park at 19 West Princeton, in the middle of what was then an 80-acre (320,000 m) grove. Other settlers soon followed, especially after the arrival of the South...