Neighborhood · Sanford, Florida
Lake Forest
Gated living with easy access to Orlando
7
Homes for sale
$745,000
Median list price
$271
Avg price / sqft
36
Median days on market
Lake Forest is a gated community in Sanford's slice of Seminole County, where tree-lined streets, pools, and a handful of waterfront lots set the tone. It sits within easy reach of the rest of Sanford, from the Residential Historic District feel of older neighborhoods to the lake-centered character of places like Hidden Lake, and downtown Orlando is roughly 31 minutes away. The commute to Universal (about 41 minutes) and MCO (around 44 minutes) makes it workable for people who want space without being cut off from the metro.
For buyers, this is a steady, mid-to-upper tier market. There are just 7 active listings right now with a median list price of $745,000, and homes have been selling at about 97% of asking over the past year — so sellers aren't giving much away, but they aren't holding out forever either, with a median 36 days on market. Compared to more affordable corners of Sanford like Goldsboro, Lake Forest trades at a premium for its gated, amenity-driven setting.
Lake Forest is a community in Sanford, Florida.
Quick facts
$394,000 – $1.3M price range
2,676 sqft median home
$233/mo median HOA
$1,900/mo median rent
39 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Forest
$798,000
5331 LAKE BLUFF TERRACE, SANFORD
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,676 sqft
$1,325,000
5324 VISTA CLUB RUN, SANFORD
3 bd · 4 ba · 3,843 sqft
$745,000$760,000
5325 LAKE BLUFF TERRACE, SANFORD
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,779 sqft
$458,000
624 VENICE PLACE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,298 sqft
$394,000$399,000
5083 FIORELLA LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,917 sqft
$599,000$625,000
5126 MAJESTIC WOODS PL, SANFORD
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,249 sqft
$1,059,500$1,067,500
5341 FAWN WOODS COURT, SANFORD
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,385 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lake Forest boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lake Forest market
39
Sold, last 12 months
$645,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
44 days
Median time to sell
Lake Forest vs Sanford
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 23.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lake Forest boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lake Forest is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake Forest home
≈ $4,854/mo
$745,000 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
$1,900/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,530
Median age
45
Median income
$135,921
Median home value
$446,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake Forest
Emotional
Top 3% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Culture
Top 3% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Active
Top 4% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Beliefs
Top 4% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Lifestyles
Top 4% 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.
Entertainment
Top 7% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Straight answers
Lake Forest FAQs
Is Lake Forest a good place to live?+
It's a gated community built around pools and quiet streets, with five of the current seven listings behind gates and one waterfront option. You get suburban space in Seminole County while staying about 31 minutes from downtown Orlando, and homes feed into Seminole High School and Sanford Middle.
Is Lake Forest expensive?+
It sits in the upper-middle tier for Sanford, with a median list price of $745,000 and sales averaging 97% of asking over the last year. More budget-conscious buyers often look at other parts of Sanford, but you're paying here for the gated, amenity-rich setting.
What do homes cost in Lake Forest?+
Active listings range from $394,000 to $1,325,000, with a median around $745,000 and an average of $271 per square foot. Over the past 12 months, 40 homes sold at a median price of $674,750, so closed deals tend to land below the current asking range.
How is the market right now?+
Inventory is tight with just 7 active listings, and homes move at a median 36 days on market. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking, which points to a balanced-to-firm market rather than a fire sale.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $233 per month, reflecting the gated setting and shared amenities. Property taxes come in around $5,826 per year at current price levels, and the median rent in the area is about $1,900 per month.
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