Neighborhood · Sanford, Florida
Lake Forest
Established living near the St. Johns River
10
Homes for sale
$699,950
Median list price
$257
Avg price / sqft
23
Median days on market
Lake Forest sits in the northern reaches of Sanford in Seminole County, a residential pocket surrounded by neighborhoods with real history — from Goldsboro, one of Florida's earliest Black-incorporated towns, to the St. John River & Port waterfront and the tree-lined Hidden Lake area. It's the kind of place where you're close to water, close to town, and still a reasonable commute south into Orlando. Downtown Orlando runs about 31 minutes, and Orlando International Airport is roughly 44 minutes when you need to travel.
For buyers, this is a small, competitive stretch of the market right now. There are 10 active listings with a median list price of $699,950, which puts Lake Forest at the higher end of the greater Sanford homes for sale picture. With no recorded sales in the past twelve months in this specific pocket, it pays to work with someone who knows how these homes actually trade and how they compare to nearby options like Placid Lake.
Lake Forest is a community in Sanford, Florida.
Quick facts
$326,500 – $2.0M price range
2,735 sqft median home
$233/mo median HOA
$2,688/mo median rent
41 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lake Forest
$326,500
5415 VIA APPIA WAY, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,524 sqft
$460,000
5571 SIRACUSA LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,298 sqft
$929,000
4965 SHORELINE CIRCLE, SANFORD
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,217 sqft
$359,900
266 TERRACINA DRIVE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,668 sqft
$674,999
843 WOOD BRIAR LOOP, SANFORD
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,681 sqft
$1,998,000
859 ISLE POINT, SANFORD
5 bd · 5 ba · 5,713 sqft
$779,000$799,000
863 OAKBRANCH PLACE, SANFORD
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,788 sqft
$481,000$482,000
5640 SIRACUSA LANE, SANFORD
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,285 sqft
$724,900$739,000
836 WOOD BRIAR LOOP, SANFORD
5 bd · 4 ba · 3,046 sqft
$1,072,500$1,075,000
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
41
Sold, last 12 months
$760,000
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
▲ 7.3% 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
≈ $4,575/mo
$699,950 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
$2,688/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 appeals to buyers who want an established Sanford address with quick access to water and a workable Orlando commute — downtown is about 31 minutes and Universal roughly 41. It's zoned to Seminole County schools including Seminole High and Sanford Middle. The surrounding neighborhoods, from Goldsboro to the historic district, give the area real character.
Is Lake Forest expensive?+
By Sanford standards, yes — the median list price is $699,950, which sits toward the top of the local market. Compared to nearby areas like Hidden Lake, buyers here should expect a higher entry point. It's worth comparing options across the broader Sanford homes for sale to see where your budget goes furthest.
What do homes cost in Lake Forest?+
Right now there are 10 active listings with a median list price of $699,950. Detailed price-per-square-foot and size data isn't available for this small pocket, so an agent walkthrough of active homes is the best way to gauge real value.
How is the Lake Forest market right now?+
Inventory is tight, with 10 homes currently active and no recorded sales in the neighborhood over the past twelve months. That thin data makes local expertise important — pricing and negotiation come down to comparable homes in nearby communities like Placid Lake rather than a large local sales history.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Current HOA and property tax figures aren't published for this specific pocket, so verify them per listing before you make an offer. Because Lake Forest is a higher-priced area, tax and any HOA costs are worth confirming early in your budget planning. Your agent can pull the exact numbers on any home you're considering.
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