Homes, values and local insight for Sanford, Seminole County, Florida. Typical home value $340,000.
Reviewed and updated October 3, 2026 by Ryan and Megan Winslow, Winslow Homes
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Sanford is the Seminole County seat on the south shore of Lake Monroe, where the St. Johns River widens out. It is known for its brick-street historic downtown along First Street, its lakefront RiverWalk, and a deep bench of breweries and independent restaurants. It is also a travel hub, home to Orlando Sanford International Airport, the southern end of the Amtrak Auto Train and a SunRail station.
Fort Mellon was built here during the Seminole Wars of the 1830s, and the town of Mellonville became the Orange County seat in 1845. Henry Shelton Sanford bought the land to the west in 1870, the City of Sanford incorporated in 1877, and after a September 1887 fire the downtown was rebuilt in brick. In the early 1900s Sanford shipped so much produce it earned the name Celery City, and in 1913 it became the seat of the new Seminole County. Residents range from families in newer gated subdivisions to buyers restoring older homes on oak-lined brick streets near downtown. Daily life leans walkable and social downtown, with monthly street parties, lakefront walks and brewery patios.
Listed on the National Register on December 15, 1989, this district runs roughly between Sanford Avenue, 14th Street, Elm Avenue and 3rd Street and holds 432 historic structures. Expect oak-lined brick streets, older single-family homes with front porches, and an easy walk or golf cart ride to First Street. Exterior work needs a Certificate of Appropriateness. ( source )
One of Sanford's historic residential neighborhoods near downtown, protected as the Georgetown Residential Historic District. Demolition and new construction here go through the city's Historic Preservation Board. ( source )
A west Sanford community established in 1992 with single-family homes built from 1990 into the 2020s. Homes are larger, typically 3 to 5 bedrooms, and the community has an HOA. ( source )
A gated townhome community in northwest Sanford off Oregon Avenue, built between 2006 and 2011. Two and three bedroom block and stucco townhomes with a community pool, clubhouse and playground, close to the Central Florida Zoo and SR 417. HOA is mandatory. ( source )
A late 1980s community off Highway 46A across from Mayfair Country Club. Smaller two and three bedroom homes on small and zero lot line parcels, most with garages, plus a community pool and some lakefront lots. Quick access to I-4 and SR 417. ( source )
Opened in 2001 by Theo and Linda Hollerbach. Locals go for schnitzel, bratwurst and giant pretzels, plus live entertainment and an attached German market. ( source )
Greek and Italian · 107 W 1st Street, downtownFamily owned since 1971 and serving downtown Sanford since 1984. Signatures include the traditional gyro, Christo's Famous Lasagna and Greek nachos. ( source )
Barbecue · 114 S Park Avenue, downtownOld school, low and slow barbecue sharing a space with The Alley live music venue. The burnt ends are the dish locals tell visitors to try. ( source )
Food hall · 212 W 1st Street, downtownEight kitchens and a craft cocktail bar under one roof on the site of an 1800s rail depot. A good pick when a group cannot agree on dinner. ( source )
Steak and seafood · 550 N Palmetto Avenue, Sanford marinaThe waterfront pick in town, with a light-filled dining room and outdoor tables on Lake Monroe at the marina. Book ahead for sunset. ( source )
Japanese and Korean · 114 S Palmetto Avenue, downtownFounded in Sanford in 2013 as a food truck, now an on-site kitchen serving specialty rolls, poke bowls, Korean fried chicken and bento boxes in the beer garden. ( source )
British and American · 115 N Laurel Avenue, downtownA motorcycle-themed diner that opened in October 2025 with smashburgers, fish and chips, bangers and mash, two bars and live music. ( source )
Dessert · 214 E 1st Street, downtownKnown for flavored gourmet marshmallows, plus ice cream and chocolates. The downtown shop is one of only two locations. ( source )
Beer garden with more than 50 taps, many from Florida brewers, open late every night. ( source )
Family-friendly taproom on the West End of First Street. Food can be ordered in from SLAM Pizza & Cheesesteaks. ( source )
Downtown live music venue for over 15 years, open until 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays, sharing space with Fuel BBQ. ( source )
Craft distillery making small-batch vodka, rum, gin, bourbon and moonshine with Florida ingredients. Free tastings, with tours and cocktail classes by reservation. ( source )
Craft cocktail bar inside the Henry's Depot food hall, open until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. ( source )
German market and deli next to the restaurant with specialty foods, baked goods and Saturday breakfast, plus an Outfitters shop for traditional German clothing. ( source )
Art gallery and shop at 211 E First Street with local artists, classes and events. Closed Mondays. ( source )
Marshmallow and sweets shop at 214 E 1st Street selling gift sets and boozy mallows along with ice cream. ( source )
Enclosed regional mall at 200 Towne Center Circle with national retailers, dining and a movie theater. ( source )
Scenic lakefront path along the Lake Monroe shoreline next to downtown, popular for walking, running and biking. ( source )
in townLakefront city park near downtown, currently getting an amphitheater and seawall upgrades. ( source )
just south and east of Sanford5,728 acres in three tracts with trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, an observation tower on the East tract, and birding for white pelicans, eagles and wading birds. ( source )
about 15 miles northWinter manatee refuge where hundreds of manatees gather from mid-November through March. 72 degree spring, the 4.5-mile Pine Island Trail, and paddling April through mid-November. Day-use reservations required. ( source )
about 20 miles southwestNearest major spring park to the southwest, with 72 degree swimming water, canoe and kayak rentals and miles of hiking and horse trails. Day-use reservations required. ( source )
about 50 miles eastNational park barrier island with undeveloped beach, dunes, Mosquito Lagoon, Timucua shell mounds and the Eldora State House. ( source )
AZA-accredited nonprofit zoo on W. Seminole Blvd with botanical gardens, a splash ground, animal encounters and a train ride. ( source )
City museum founded in 1957 at 520 E 1st Street. Holds the Sanford Family Collection from 1820 to 1890 and local history on railroads, riverboats and celery farming, plus a sports collection honoring Tim Raines and David Eckstein. Open Tuesday to Saturday. ( source )
Restored theater over 100 years old at 201 S Magnolia Ave hosting musicals, plays, concerts, films and ballet. ( source )
Lunch, dinner, high tea and wine tasting cruises on the Rivership Barbara-Lee, departing Lake Monroe at 433 N Palmetto Ave. ( source )
Southern end of the daily Auto Train that carries passengers and their cars nonstop to Lorton, Virginia. ( source )
Downtown street party from 5 to 9 pm on First Street and Palmetto Avenue with live music, local artists and food and drink sampling. ( source )
Fourth Saturday of FebruaryFree festival with more than 70 live music sets on about 20 front porches in the Residential Historic District. Proceeds support youth arts in Seminole County. ( source )
Mid-November through mid-JanuarySelect nights along a three-quarter mile loop of handcrafted lanterns lit by more than 10,000 LEDs. The 2026 run is November 13, 2026 to January 17, 2027. ( source )
SummerDowntown bars including The Basin, Celery City Craft and Buster's Bistro serve special cocktails made with Loggerhead spirits. ( source )
Bentley Elementary School, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School, Hamilton Elementary School of Engineering and Technology, Idyllwilde Elementary Future Ready Academy, Midway Elementary School of the Arts, Pine Crest Elementary School of Innovation, Wicklow Elementary School for Global Pathways, Wilson Elementary School
MiddleMillennium Middle School, Sanford Middle School
HighSeminole High School, Crooms Academy of Information Technology
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. ( source )
I-4, SR 417 (Central Florida GreeneWay), SR 46, SR 46A and US 17-92
AirportsOrlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is in Sanford, about 10 minutes from downtown. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 40 minutes south.
Lake Mary: about 15 min Downtown Orlando: about 30 min Daytona Beach: about 45 minRyan and Megan Winslow, broker owners of Winslow Homes. REALTOR® since 2009, 3,000+ homes sold, broker in FL, MA, CT and RI, U.S. Army Retired.
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The typical home in Sanford is worth $340,000, 15% below the Seminole County typical value of $401,000 and 9% below the Florida typical value of $375,000.
Zillow Home Value Index for Sanford, August 2026. The middle of the market for single family homes and condos.
Home values in Sanford moved +19.4% over five years and +101.3% over ten.
Median gross rent in Sanford. Useful for investors running rental numbers.
Share of occupied homes in Sanford lived in by the owner.
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Median household income in Sanford.
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Typical value $466,000 · 16,989 residents
Area guide →23,468 residents
Area guide →Typical value $424,000 · 39,822 residents
Area guide →Typical value $457,000 · 17,089 residents
Area guide →Typical value $298,000 · 100,513 residents
Area guide →Typical value $345,000 · 31,650 residents
Area guide →See the full Seminole County real estate guide or the Florida real estate guide.
The Zillow Home Value Index for Sanford was $340,000 in August 2026, -2.1% over the past year.
Sanford is in Seminole County, Florida.
About 66,919 people as of the 2024 Census Bureau estimate, up from 61,077 in 2020.
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51% of occupied homes in Sanford are owner occupied, based on the 2019 to 2023 American Community Survey.
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The typical home in Sanford is worth $359,347 as of August 2026, across 2 ZIP codes ranging from $310,485 in 32773 to $359,347 in 32771. Values moved -2.0% over the last 12 months at the middle ZIP code.
| ZIP | Typical value | 12 months | 5 years | Median sale, Mar to May 2026 | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32771 | $359,347 | -2.0% | +19.3% | $390,000 | 36 |
| 32773 | $310,485 | -2.1% | +19.7% |
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.
