Lake Mary, FL Real Estate

Median Income $66,732

Median Age 36.96

Population 49,188

	Median Temperature
	January	HI 70°	LO 47°	July	HI 91°	LO 71°

	School Test Scores
	Elementary: Crystal Lake Heathrow Lake Mary		Middle: Greenwood Lakes Markham Woods		High: Lake Mary
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Chosen by CNNMoney.com as the fourth best place to live in the United States, Lake Mary, Florida is a beautiful Central Florida community with much to brag about including affordable housing, good schools, and many businesses. Located near Florida’s own Interstate 4 corridor, Lake Mary is superbly sited approximately 30 minutes north of the splendor of Orlando that includes outlet and high-end shopping, nightlife, Disney World, Universal Studios, and delicious restaurants.

Collect seashells from the sands of Daytona Beach only 45 minutes from the tree-lined streets of Lake Mary. Part of Seminole County, this community of less than 14,000 residents have access to the Lynx Bus that serves commuters in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties.

Lovely Lake Mary has one of the lowest crime rates in the State of Florida creating a pleasurable environment for residents to take advantage of the gorgeous amenities that their hometown offers. The amiable Central Florida weather encourages outdoor play and Lake Mary has some of the most picturesque lakes, golf courses, and parks in Florida. Lake Mary’s pretty parks have enjoyment for all ages and include activities like baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, basketball, skate boarding, playgrounds, boardwalks, nature trails, and more.

Championship golf courses are easily located in this sought-after locale including Heathrow, Alaqua, Timacuan, and Magnolia Plantation Country Clubs. Canoe enthusiasts get your paddles ready for the cool waters of the Wekiva River and a chance to see some of Mother Nature’s best work along these waters. Many local lakes have endless fishing opportunities including the nearby St. Johns River.

Named after the wife of a minister who lived on the northern shores of the lake, Lake Mary has its roots in citrus production. Thanks to Walt Disney’s investment just down the road, the 1970s saw Lake Mary transform into a bedroom community for Orlando. The late 1980s and early 1990s saw significant residential and business construction that has led to the magnificent town of today where Lake Mary citizens can live, work, and play.

Movie theaters, restaurants, and shopping are all convenient to the abodes of Lake Mary that includes townhomes, luxury condos, and quiet single-family home neighborhoods. Average home prices are in the $300,000s in Lake Mary. New construction is abundant in this area so whether you are just starting out or just starting to slow down, Lake Mary has something for everyone.

In June 2008, the average sales price of a single family home or condo in Lake Mary, FL was $339,407. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.

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