Neighborhood · Sanford, Florida
St. John River & Port
Riverfront Sanford living close to Orlando's core
5
Homes for sale
$452,000
Median list price
$278
Avg price / sqft
1
Median days on market
The St. John River & Port area sits at Sanford's northern edge, where the St. Johns River defines the landscape and the pace feels a step slower than the metro just south. This is a corner of Sanford with real range — from the historic streets of Goldsboro to the newer rooftops of Lake Forest and the quieter pockets of Hidden Lake and Placid Lake. Downtown Orlando is about 34 minutes away and MCO roughly 42, so you get river-town character without giving up commuter access.
For buyers today, this is a thin, deliberate market. There are just 5 active listings with a median list price of $452,000, and no recorded sales in the past 12 months — which means pricing benchmarks come from what's asking, not what's closing. If you find the right home here, expect to move decisively and lean on comps from surrounding Sanford neighborhoods to sharpen your offer.
St. John River & Port is a community in Sanford, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,900 – $466K price range
1,572 sqft median home
$175/mo median HOA
9 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in St. John River & Port
$466,000
139 TESSIE LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,564 sqft
$459,000
131 TESSIE LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,651 sqft
$442,000
134 TESSIE LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,564 sqft
$452,000
135 TESSIE LANE, SANFORD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,572 sqft
$399,900
225 W SEMINOLE BOULEVARD UNIT 308, SANFORD
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,627 sqft
Every active listing inside the St. John River & Port boundary
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The numbers that matter
The St. John River & Port market
9
Sold, last 12 months
$480,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
79 days
Median time to sell
St. John River & Port vs Sanford
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 5.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the St. John River & Port boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools St. John River & Port is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median St. John River & Port home
≈ $2,874/mo
$452,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$175/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
878
Median age
63
Median income
$46,383
Median home value
$194,548
Beyond the listings
Living in St. John River & Port
Food & Drink
Top 2% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Entertainment
Top 6% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 6% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 8% in the U.S.Whiskey Business
Characterized by their appreciation for all things whiskey, this population enjoys the classy atmosphere of whiskey drinking and learning about different brands.
Entertainment
Top 8% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Appearance oriented
Top 9% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
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