Neighborhood · Lake Mary, Florida
Cardinal Oaks
Established homes with room to breathe
1
Homes for sale
$785,000
Median list price
$311
Avg price / sqft
69
Median days on market
Cardinal Oaks sits in the heart of Lake Mary, a Seminole County community known for its top-rated schools and easy commuter access. Homes here run larger than average — the median is around 2,522 square feet — and the tree-lined streets feel settled rather than brand-new, which is exactly what draws buyers who want space without a long drive to Orlando. It's an easy neighborhood to compare against nearby options like Timacuan, Greenwood Lakes, and The Forest.
Inventory is genuinely tight right now — there's a single active listing at $785,000, so buyers should be ready to move when the right home appears. Over the past year five homes sold at a median of $580,000, and sellers collected about 99% of asking on average, which tells you well-priced homes don't sit long. If Cardinal Oaks is quiet, it's worth widening your search across Lake Mary homes for sale to catch comparable properties as they list.
Cardinal Oaks is a community in Lake Mary, Florida.
Quick facts
$785,000 – $785K price range
2,522 sqft median home
5 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Cardinal Oaks
Every active listing inside the Cardinal Oaks boundary
Open full map search →Find your fit
Browse Cardinal Oaks
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Cardinal Oaks market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$580,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
36 days
Median time to sell
Cardinal Oaks vs Lake Mary
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 22.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Cardinal Oaks boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Cardinal Oaks is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Cardinal Oaks home
≈ $4,619/mo
$785,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
1,345
Median age
44
Median income
$101,250
Median home value
$449,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Cardinal Oaks
Food & Drink
Top 2% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Emotional
Top 4% in the U.S.Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Attitudes
Top 5% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Emotional
Top 6% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Attitudes
Top 8% 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.
Straight answers
Cardinal Oaks FAQs
Is Cardinal Oaks a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for buyers who want established, spacious homes and strong schools. The neighborhood feeds Lake Mary Elementary, Greenwood Lakes Middle, and Lake Mary High School, and sits close to established communities like Grande Oaks At Heathrow. The settled, tree-lined character is a big part of the appeal.
Is Cardinal Oaks expensive?+
It sits in the mid-to-upper range for Lake Mary. The lone active listing is priced at $785,000, while homes sold over the past year had a median of $580,000, so actual sale prices have run lower than current asking. Average price per square foot is around $311.
What do homes cost in Cardinal Oaks?+
Recent sales tell the clearest story — five homes closed in the past 12 months at a median of $580,000. The current active listing is $785,000 at roughly $311 per square foot, and it's worth comparing against nearby The Forest to gauge value.
How is the market in Cardinal Oaks?+
It's tight and competitive with just one active listing on the market. Homes take a median of about 61 days to sell, and sellers are getting around 99% of asking, so well-priced properties move at close to full value. Buyers should watch Lake Mary homes for sale closely for new inventory.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Property taxes here run a median of about $3,278 per year, which is reasonable for the home sizes in this community. HOA data isn't currently available for Cardinal Oaks, so confirm any dues directly on a specific listing before you make an offer.
Keep exploring
More Lake Mary neighborhoods
Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
Never miss a listing
New Cardinal Oaks homes, in your inbox
A daily digest of new Lake Mary listings — straight from the MLS. Unsubscribe anytime.