Homes zoned for
Forest City Elementary School
Affordable Seminole County living just north of Orlando
56
Homes for sale
$248,500
Median list price
$211
Avg price / sqft
35
Median days on market
The Forest City Elementary zone sits in the quieter northwest corner of Altamonte Springs, a pocket of Seminole County where mature neighborhoods, small lakes, and easy commutes define daily life. Families here tend to stay for the schools — this attendance zone feeds into well-regarded options like Milwee Middle School and Lyman High School, with Lake Brantley High School also part of the wider picture. Downtown Orlando is about 21 minutes south, so you get suburban calm without giving up city access.
For buyers, this is one of the more attainable corners of the Orlando metro. There are 56 active listings with a median list price of $248,500, and homes are selling in about 35 days at 97% of asking — a market that rewards realistic pricing on both sides. Check the live map to see how listings cluster around the lakes and older subdivisions.
Forest City Elementary School is an attendance zone in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
Quick facts
$135,000 – $3.3M price range
1,230 sqft median home
$495/mo median HOA
$1,800/mo median rent
149 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$895,000
1161 W LAKE BRANTLEY ROAD, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
6 bd · 4 ba · 4,195 sqft
$799,000
541 W LAKE BRANTLEY ROAD, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,100 sqft
$305,000
163 LAKE HARRIET DRIVE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,382 sqft
$250,000
674 SANDY NECK LANE UNIT 104, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,230 sqft
$246,999
713 SAINT MATTHEW CIRCLE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,328 sqft
$225,000
665 YOUNGSTOWN PARKWAY UNIT 265, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 sqft
$215,000
549 SUN RIDGE PLACE UNIT 207, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
2 bd · 2 ba · 952 sqft
$179,900
696 YOUNGSTOWN PARKWAY UNIT 312, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,162 sqft
$179,900
956 SALT POND PLACE UNIT 204, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,019 sqft
$785,000
1148 TURNER LANE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,954 sqft
$435,000
1179 FOREST HILLS ROAD, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,568 sqft
$299,000
520 MAJESTIC WAY, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,521 sqft
Every active listing inside the Forest City Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Forest City Elementary School market
149
Sold, last 12 months
$275,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
38 days
Median time to sell
Forest City Elementary School vs Altamonte Springs
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 12.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest City Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest City Elementary School home
≈ $2,253/mo
$248,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$495/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
14,980
Median age
37
Median income
$78,598
Median home value
$270,187
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest City Elementary School
Attitudes
Top 17% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Appearance oriented
Top 18% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Entertainment
Top 19% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Appearance oriented
Top 19% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Relationships
Top 20% in the U.S.My Crew
Family, and friends who are like family - that's what this population is all about. These people love celebrating and nurturing their closest relationships.
Active
Top 21% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
People who close here
Our Altamonte Springs experts
Straight answers
Forest City Elementary School FAQs
Is the Forest City Elementary area a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for families who prioritize schools and a short Orlando commute, with the zone feeding into Milwee Middle School and Lyman High. Downtown Orlando is about 21 minutes away, and the neighborhoods here lean toward established, lower-key suburban living.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Orlando-metro standards — the median list price is $248,500, well below many surrounding areas. Listings range from about $135,000 up to $3,300,000, so there's a wide spread, but the bulk of inventory sits in attainable territory.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
You're looking at a median list price of $248,500 and an average of about $211 per square foot, with a median home size around 1,230 square feet. Over the past year, 149 homes sold at a median price of $275,000.
How is the market right now?+
It's steady and balanced. Homes take a median of 35 days to sell and close at about 97% of asking price, so well-priced listings move without the frenzy or the stagnation you'll see in other markets.
What should I expect for HOA fees and taxes?+
The median property tax runs about $2,871 a year, which is reasonable for the price point. HOA fees vary widely by community, with a median around $495/month where they apply — many older neighborhoods here have no HOA at all, so check the specific listing.
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