Davenport, Florida was founded around 1883. The origins of the name are controversal. Some say that the settlement was named after a train conductor named Davenport on the Old South Florida Railroad, while others claim the settlement was named in honor of Colonel William Davenport, a military officer that was the commander of a military camp during the Second Seminole war.

Currently the home to over 1,900 residents, Davenport continues to grow due to the convenient location of being only 10 miles from the major theme park, Walt Disney World! Walt Disney World contains 6 theme parks within the limits of the main park. Magic Kingdom, Epcot, MGM Studios, Animal Kingdom and the two water parks, Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon! Walt Disney World offers some of the most incredible resorts in the Country combined with parades, fire work shows, concerts, thrill rides, restaurants and hundreds of retail shops!

Due to the close proximity to the incredible Walt Disney World theme park, Davenport, Florida has become a popular city for seasonal rentals and year long residents as well. Whether you are in search of land lot options, commercial real estate, single family homes, apartments or condominiums, Davenport has a wide array of selctions for you to choice from. Davenport offers residents that close knit community feel with the benefits of the big city life only moments away!