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Lake Mary, Florida Real Estate

Homes, values and local insight for Lake Mary, Seminole County, Florida. Typical home value $466,000.

Reviewed and updated October 3, 2026 by Ryan and Megan Winslow, Winslow Homes

Ryan and Megan Winslow Broker Owners3,000+ homes soldSince 2009 REALTOR®4 states broker in FL, MA, CT, RIU.S. Army RetiredBest of Central MA winners
$466,000Typical home value
-0.2%Home values, past year
16,989Residents (2024)
$117,000Median household income
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Aerial view of a Florida waterfront neighborhood

Life in Lake Mary, FL

Lake Mary is a Seminole County suburb about 18 miles north of Orlando, with a walkable downtown around City Hall and a busy office corridor along I-4 and International Parkway. AAA has its national headquarters in neighboring Heathrow, and firms like Deloitte, Verizon and Liberty Mutual have operations in the area. The city's team won the 2024 Little League World Series.

Lake Mary grew in the late 1800s from two railroad stops, Bent's Station and Belle Fontaine, on the South Florida Railroad between Sanford and Orlando, and lived on citrus, lumber and turpentine. The town is named for Mary Sundell, wife of the Reverend J. F. Sundell, and its first post office opened in February 1887. Lake Mary incorporated as a city on August 7, 1973, and office and retail growth along I-4 took off in the late 1980s and 1990s. Commuting professionals, families and retirees share a city of lakes, trails and guard-gated golf communities. Saturday mornings center on the farmers market at Central Park, while evenings pull people to Colonial TownPark on the other side of I-4.

Lake Mary neighborhoods

Heathrow

Lake Mary's oldest and largest guard-gated address, founded in 1985 by Jeno Paulucci on land once farmed for celery. Villages like Coventry, Stonebridge, Chelsea Park and Breckenridge mix attached homes, single-family houses and golf and lakefront estates around the private Heathrow Country Club. There is no CDD; amenities are funded through HOA and POA dues. ( source )

Magnolia Plantation

Gated community of custom-built, spacious homes set in lush natural surroundings, with walking and biking trails and a community clubhouse. ( source )

Grande Oaks at Heathrow

Townhomes and villas with a clubhouse, resort-style pool and fitness amenities, close enough to Colonial TownPark to walk to dinner and shopping. ( source )

Steeple Chase

Gated community of large lots where owners build custom homes, with a quieter, more private feel. ( source )

Fountain Parke

Gated townhome community with Italian-inspired architecture, multi-story homes, a clubhouse, resort-style pool, tennis courts and fitness center. ( source )

Crystal Lake Winter Homes

Historic community around West Crystal Lake near downtown. Margaret Wesley Park gives residents bank fishing, grills and picnic tables on the lake. ( source )

Downtown Lake Mary

The walkable core around 4th Street and Lakeview Avenue, next to City Hall, Central Park and the SunRail station, lined with local restaurants, boutiques and small offices. ( source )

Where locals eat in Lake Mary

Greek / Mediterranean · 142 W Lakeview Ave, Downtown Lake Mary

Krazy Greek Kitchen

Gyros, dolmades and grilled octopus from a scratch kitchen, with a terrace overlooking Central Park. ( source )

Italian · 7025 County Road 46A

Terramia Brick Oven Pizza & Trattoria

Brick oven pizza, house antipasti and a long wine list in a warm, upscale dining room. ( source )

Seafood and steak · Lake Mary

FishBones

Fresh seafood flown in daily, steaks cooked over a citrus and oak wood fire, and a 23-hour slow roasted prime rib. ( source )

Japanese / sushi · 950 Market Promenade Ave, Heathrow area

Amura

Japanese kitchen and sushi bar off Market Promenade, open for weekday lunch and dinner nightly. ( source )

Greek · 3577 Lake Emma Rd

Greek Village

Family-run Greek spot in the Lake Mary Shoppes known for gyros and a quaint dining room; a 2019 Orlando Sentinel Foodie Award winner. ( source )

Mexican · 4275 W Lake Mary Blvd

Don Julio Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar

Birria and a tequila bar; locals name it among their current Friday night picks. ( source )

Pizza · 120 N 4th St, Downtown Lake Mary

Flippers Pizza Co.

All-natural craft pizza on hand-stretched, 96-plus-hour cold fermented dough. ( source )

American / sports bar · 132 N 4th St, Downtown Lake Mary

4th Street Bar & Grill

Brick-lined sports bar with a pet-friendly palm tree patio, Trivia Tuesdays and live music on Wednesdays. ( source )

Coffee, drinks and hangouts

Citrus City Craft

Dog-friendly downtown beer garden with 49 rotating craft taps, cocktails and mocktails, live music, trivia and karaoke. Outside food is welcome. ( source )

Arcade Monsters Lake Mary

Cashless arcade and bar with video games, pinball and rhythm games, plus all-day unlimited play passes. ( source )

Pierre's Wine Cellar

Downtown wine shop on Lakeview Avenue that runs its own tasting schedule, a short walk from Central Park. ( source )

Another Broken Egg Cafe

Southern-leaning brunch spot with a full bar inside Central Parc at Heathrow on International Parkway. ( source )

AmStar Cinemas at Colonial TownPark

Movie theater anchoring Colonial TownPark, the nightly dinner-and-a-movie side of Lake Mary. ( source )

Shopping in Lake Mary

Colonial TownPark

Open-air retail, dining and entertainment district on the northwest side of town, home to a movie theater and the annual Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the Arts. ( source )

Sophie & Trey

Downtown Lake Mary boutique with affordable, on-trend women's clothing, shoes and accessories. ( source )

The Olive Pantry

Family-run shop open since 2015 selling first cold pressed extra virgin olive oils, Italian balsamic vinegars and pantry goods. ( source )

Lake Mary Farmers Market

Every Saturday, year round, at Central Park: produce, plants, orchids, honey, baked goods and handmade crafts. Leashed dogs welcome. ( source )

4th Street shops in Downtown Lake Mary

Small row of independent storefronts including Bunny & Clyde Children's Boutique, Gems of the Jungle jewelers and Enchanted Bride. ( source )

Parks, beaches and nature

in town

Central Park at City Hall

Shady paths, a reflecting pond, gazebo and picnic tables on City Hall grounds; home of the Saturday farmers market. ( source )

in town

Liberty Park

Quiet park on East Crystal Lake with a 9-hole disc golf course, nature trail, pavilions, grills and lakeshore fishing. ( source )

in town

Trailhead Park at Rinehart Trail

The city's signature fountain at Lake Mary Blvd and Rinehart Rd, and its link into the 23-mile paved Cross Seminole Trail. ( source )

in town

Seminole Wekiva Trail

Paved 14-mile rail trail along International Parkway, partly on the Florida National Scenic Trail, with a trailhead behind the Shoppes of Oakmonte and a pedestrian bridge over I-4. ( source )

about 13 miles southwest

Wekiwa Springs State Park (Apopka)

Nearest state park. Swim in a 72 degree spring, rent a canoe or kayak on the Wekiva River, or hike, bike and ride horses on its trails. Day-use reservations are required. ( source )

about 35 miles north

Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge (DeLeon Springs)

About 21,500 acres of marsh, swamp and hammock on the St. Johns River with 15 miles of trails for hiking, biking, birding and fishing. ( source )

about 40 miles east

Canaveral National Seashore (New Smyrna Beach)

Protected barrier island beach on Mosquito Lagoon with dunes, coastal hammocks and ancient Timucua shell mounds. ( source )

Attractions and landmarks

Topgolf Lake Mary

102 climate-controlled hitting bays with Toptracer ball tracking, a full restaurant and bar, and a rooftop terrace with fire pits. ( source )

Planet Obstacle

Indoor adventure park with trampolines, ninja courses, ropes, climbing walls and an arcade, billed as the world's largest indoor obstacle park. ( source )

Lake Mary Historical Museum

City-run museum with exhibits, photographs and artifacts on Lake Mary's history as a citrus town. ( source )

Timacuan Golf & Country Club

Semi-private Ron Garl course renovated by Bobby Weed, open to public play and a U.S. Open qualifying site from 2008 to 2016. ( source )

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens (Sanford)

Zoo and gardens with rhinos, fosa and macaws, a train ride, splash ground and animal encounters. ( source )

Annual events

Every Saturday, year round

Lake Mary Farmers Market

Produce, plants, honey, baked goods and crafts at Central Park, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ( source )

First Wednesday of each month

WineART Wednesday Marketplace

Local artists, food trucks, live music and a wine and beer garden at Central Park from 5 to 9 p.m. ( source )

March

Lake Mary-Heathrow Festival of the Arts

Annual juried art and craft show with exhibits, demonstrations and live performances at Colonial TownPark. ( source )

July

Fourth of July celebration

City fireworks and family activities for Independence Day. ( source )

Seminole County Public Schools

Elementary

Lake Mary Elementary School, Crystal Lake Elementary School, Heathrow Elementary School

Middle

Greenwood Lakes Middle School, Markham Woods Middle School

High

Lake Mary High School

Private

Lake Mary Preparatory School

Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. ( source )

Buying in Lake Mary: what Ryan and Megan check

  • Ask for the actual TRIM notice or tax bill, not just the HOA disclosure. Heathrow has no CDD, but newer gated communities along the corridor may carry a CDD assessment that resale sellers are not required to disclose.
  • In gated communities like Heathrow, check master and village HOA and POA dues, what they bundle, and any pending assessments before you offer.
  • Watch International Parkway growth. A proposed retail and 307-unit apartment project called Piedmont Town Center, north of Colonial TownPark, still needs a county rezone, and residents have raised traffic concerns.
  • Many homes sit near Crystal Lake and the city's other lakes. Check FEMA flood zone maps and get a flood insurance quote on any lakefront or low-lying lot.
Roads

I-4, Lake Mary Boulevard, International Parkway, County Road 46A, with SR 417 and SR 429 nearby. SunRail's Lake Mary station sits about half a mile from downtown.

Airports

Orlando Sanford International (about 15 min); Orlando International (about 35 to 45 min)

Downtown Orlando: about 25 to 30 min Sanford: about 15 min Daytona Beach: about 45 min New Smyrna Beach: about 45 min

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Market data

Lake Mary by the numbers

The typical home in Lake Mary is worth $466,000, 16% above the Seminole County typical value of $401,000 and 24% above the Florida typical value of $375,000.

Typical home value

$466,000

Zillow Home Value Index for Lake Mary, August 2026. The middle of the market for single family homes and condos.

5 year change

+22.5%

Home values in Lake Mary moved +22.5% over five years and +71.9% over ten.

Median rent

$1,999/mo

Median gross rent in Lake Mary. Useful for investors running rental numbers.

Homeownership

66%

Share of occupied homes in Lake Mary lived in by the owner.

Median year built

1997

A newer housing stock means fewer surprises at inspection.

Household income

$117,000

Median household income in Lake Mary.

Mortgage planning for a home in Lake Mary
Financing

Buying in Lake Mary with the right loan

Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank, lending in all 50 states. You get the home and the loan from one team. On a typical Lake Mary home of $466,000:

  • FHA, 3.5% down: $16,301 down, loan of $449,000
  • Conventional, 5% down: $23,288 down, loan of $442,000
  • Conventional, 20% down: $93,151 down, loan of $373,000
  • VA, 0% down for eligible veterans, loan of $466,000
Selling

What is your Lake Mary home worth?

Ryan and Megan price Lake Mary homes from recent sales, not guesses. Send your address and you get a free market analysis, with no obligation.

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FAQ

Common questions

What is the typical home value in Lake Mary, FL?

The Zillow Home Value Index for Lake Mary was $466,000 in August 2026, -0.2% over the past year.

What county is Lake Mary in?

Lake Mary is in Seminole County, Florida.

How many people live in Lake Mary?

About 16,989 people as of the 2024 Census Bureau estimate, up from 16,833 in 2020.

Who are the best real estate agents in Lake Mary?

Ryan and Megan Winslow of Winslow Homes have sold over 3,000 homes since 2009 and are licensed in Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island. Call or text 386-690-5858.

How do I get pre-approved to buy in Lake Mary?

Apply at www.winslowloan.com. Ryan and Megan are mortgage bankers with The Federal Savings Bank and lend in all 50 states, including FHA, VA and conventional loans.

Do most people in Lake Mary own or rent?

66% of occupied homes in Lake Mary are owner occupied, based on the 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey.

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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey; Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026. Numbers update as new data is released. Talk to Ryan and Megan for current sold prices on your street.

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Lake Mary home values by ZIP code

The typical home in Lake Mary is worth $467,147 as of August 2026 in ZIP code 32746. Values moved -0.2% over the last 12 months at the middle ZIP code.

ZIPTypical value12 months5 yearsMedian sale, Mar to May 2026Days on market
32746$467,147-0.2%+22.5%

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index through August 2026 and the Redfin Data Center ZIP code tracker, March to May 2026. Ask Ryan and Megan for a value for your own home.