Neighborhood · Lake Mary, Florida
The Forest
Gated, affordable, and minutes from everything Lake Mary
7
Homes for sale
$219,000
Median list price
$176
Avg price / sqft
72
Median days on market
The Forest is a gated pocket of Lake Mary where the pace is quiet and the price of entry is refreshingly reasonable. Homes here run modestly sized — around 1,236 square feet at the median — which makes this a natural landing spot for first-time buyers, downsizers, and anyone who wants the Lake Mary address without the Lake Mary sticker shock you'll find in communities like Timacuan or Grande Oaks At Heathrow. You're roughly 27 minutes from downtown Orlando and 43 from MCO, so commuting and travel stay easy.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell a patient story. There are just 6 active listings with a median list price of $212,000, and homes are taking about 112 days to sell — sellers here aren't in a rush, and neither should you be. Over the past year 16 homes closed at a median of $214,000, with sellers netting about 95% of asking, so there's real room to negotiate if you come prepared. It's a slower, less frantic market than nearby Chase Groves or Fountain Parke.
The Forest is a community in Lake Mary, Florida.
Quick facts
$124,629 – $245K price range
1,192 sqft median home
$233/mo median HOA
15 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in The Forest
$220,000
605 W CLUB BOULEVARD, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,008 sqft
$225,000
552 PINE NEEDLE COURT, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,160 sqft
$245,000$250,000
112 E PLANTATION BOULEVARD, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,470 sqft
$124,629
223 PEPPERTREE COURT, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 871 sqft
$215,000$220,000
518 W PLANTATION BOULEVARD, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,372 sqft
$219,000$224,000
502 TIMBERLANE COURT, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,212 sqft
$205,000$210,000
508 W PLANTATION BOULEVARD, LAKE MARY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,192 sqft
Every active listing inside the The Forest boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The The Forest market
15
Sold, last 12 months
$214,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
56 days
Median time to sell
The Forest vs Lake Mary
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 2.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the The Forest boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools The Forest is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median The Forest home
≈ $1,645/mo
$219,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$233/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
2,268
Median age
45
Median income
$119,206
Median home value
$434,200
Beyond the listings
Living in The Forest
Relationships
Top 3% in the U.S.Happily Ever After
Whether it's the stress of wedding planning or looking back on that special day, this population has their eyes and hearts focused on lifelong commitment.
Lifestyles
Top 5% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Men's Style
This population is all about finding the latest in men's style - from fashion to grooming. Captures guys looking to stay on trend and significant others assisting with shopping.
Food & Drink
Top 11% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Straight answers
The Forest FAQs
Is The Forest a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a quiet, gated community with an easy commute — downtown Orlando is about 27 minutes and MCO around 43. Assigned schools include Wicklow and Crystal Lake elementaries, Millennium Middle, and Seminole High. The compact home sizes and gated entry make it especially appealing for first-time buyers and downsizers.
Is The Forest expensive?+
Not by Lake Mary standards. The median list price is $212,000 and listings range from about $124,000 to $237,400, which is well below what you'll pay in higher-end Lake Mary communities. Average price per square foot sits around $166.
What do homes cost in The Forest?+
Right now the median list price is $212,000, and over the past 12 months 16 homes sold at a median of $214,000. With a median home size near 1,236 square feet and pricing around $166 per square foot, this is one of Lake Mary's more affordable segments.
How is the market in The Forest?+
It's a slower, buyer-friendlier market. Homes are taking a median of 112 days to sell and sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price, so there's room to negotiate. With only 6 active listings, inventory is tight but not moving fast.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $233 per month, which covers the gated community's shared upkeep. Property taxes are notably low at a median of $459 per year, helping keep your total monthly cost manageable.
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