Sanford

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Sanford, FL

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Orlando suburb savors art and nature.

Waterfront Commuter Suburban Artistic

Located along Lake Monroe's southern shore, Sanford combines historic charm with contemporary living. The city's downtown district features brick-lined streets shaded by live oaks draped with Spanish moss, where local shops, restaurants, and waterfront dining create a welcoming atmosphere. Current rental rates range from $1,554 for one-bedroom units to $2,166 for four-bedroom homes, with most rental categories showing stable pricing compared to previous years.

The RiverWalk trail follows Lake Monroe's shoreline, offering walking, biking, and scenic views. The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens provides year-round entertainment just minutes from downtown. Sanford's historic district showcases renovated bungalows and classic Florida architecture, while Seminole State College and the Orlando Sanford International Airport serve as major area amenities. The downtown marina connects to the St. Johns River system, providing access to the Atlantic Ocean.

The city's rich history includes a connection to baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson, who was scheduled to play at the original Sanford Field in 1946. Today, downtown Sanford hosts community gatherings like the monthly "Alive After Five" street festivals and the annual Oktoberfest celebration.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Sanford, FL is $1,941 for a studio, $1,542 for one bedroom, $1,800 for two bedrooms, and $2,147 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sanford has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,542/month
754 Sq Ft
House
$2,350/month
1,703 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,634/month
1,008 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,021/month
1,450 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Sanford, FL

Transportation

39

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

16

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Goldsboro Elementary Magnet

Public

Grades PK-5

925 Students

Wilson Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

886 Students

Bentley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

949 Students

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

713 Students

Idyllwilde Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

772 Students

Sanford Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,372 Students

Millennium Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,347 Students

Journeys Academy

Public

Grades 4-12

122 Students

Crooms Academy Of Information Technology

Public

Grades 9-12

757 Students

Seminole High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

4,036 Students

Journeys Academy

Public

Grades 4-12

122 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Planetarium at Seminole State College
  • Lake Jesup Wilderness Area
  • Central Florida Zoological Park
  • Spring Hammock Preserve
  • Big Tree Park

Airports

  • Orlando Sanford International
  • Orlando International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.