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Entry
$350K - $475K
Townhomes, older resale single-family homes, and smaller homes in established neighborhoods. 3 bed, 1,200-1,600 sq ft.
Lake Mary
Seminole County's polished suburban hub with top-rated schools
Top SchoolsCorporate HubUpscaleFamily-Oriented
$350K - $1M+
Price Range
25-30 minutes
Downtown
35-40 minutes
Airport
40-55 minutes
Disney
“Lake Mary residents enjoy a well-manicured suburban lifestyle with strong community infrastructure.”
The Lifestyle
Weekday mornings mean a quick I-4 commute to downtown Orlando or a walk to one of the area's many corporate offices. Weekends center on Colonial TownPark – Saturday farmers market, brunch at Boca, or the annual Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the Arts. The extensive trail system makes it easy to bike or walk without ever hitting a major road.
The Highlights
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Seminole County Schools ranked #3 best district in Florida
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Colonial TownPark with dining, shopping, and weekly farmers market
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Corporate offices including AAA national headquarters
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Cross Seminole Trail and Seminole Wekiva Trail for biking and walking
Best For
- Families prioritizing top-rated public schools (Seminole County district)
- Corporate professionals working at Lake Mary/Heathrow office parks
- Buyers seeking upscale suburban living with walkable shopping and dining
- Active adults who value biking and walking trails
Not Ideal For
- Buyers on a tight budget under $350K
- Those seeking a quirky, artsy, or urban-feeling neighborhood
- Commuters to south Orlando or the attractions corridor (long drive)
Price Points
$350K - $1M+
What it costs to live in Lake Mary, from entry-level to premium.
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Mid-Range
$475K - $700K
Newer single-family homes in communities like Stoneridge (Taylor Morrison) and established neighborhoods like Timacuan. 3-4 bed, 1,800-2,500 sq ft.
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Premium
$700K - $1M+
Heathrow gated community, lakefront properties, and luxury new construction. 4-5 bed, 2,500-4,000+ sq ft.
New Construction
Building new in Lake Mary
Lake Mary is largely built out with limited new construction, mostly custom infill. The established neighborhoods and strong school demand keep resale values high, but raw land for new communities is scarce.
Builders
David Weekley HomesHolland Builders Co.
Schools
Education in Lake Mary
Heathrow Elementary
(A-rated, Niche)
- Lake Mary Elementary
- Greenwood Lakes Middle
Lake Mary High School
(A-rated, Niche)
Lake Mary Preparatory School
(private, PreK-12)
Dining
Where to eat
FishBones
seafood, steaks, and sushi
Boca
upscale American, Colonial TownPark
Ruth's Chris Steak House
classic steakhouse
Pisco Peruvian Gastrobar
Peruvian, craft cocktails
Local Tips
Nicole's Lake Mary notes
Nicole Mickle
30 years in Orlando
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The Lake Mary Farmers Market runs every Saturday at Central Park – fresh produce, baked goods, and local vendors
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I-4 congestion between Lake Mary and downtown is worst 7-9:30 AM southbound – the SunRail commuter train from the Lake Mary station is a real alternative
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Colonial TownPark hosts WineART Wednesday on the first Wednesday of each month with food trucks and live music
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The Heathrow community just south of Lake Mary proper has some of the highest-rated school zones and most established landscaping in the area
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