Neighborhood · Sanford, Florida
Placid Lake
Small Sanford enclave with easy Orlando reach
4
Homes for sale
$309,950
Median list price
$243
Avg price / sqft
73
Median days on market
Placid Lake sits in Sanford's Seminole County stretch, close to the mix of established neighborhoods that give this part of town its character — from historic Goldsboro to the newer builds around Lake Forest and Hidden Lake. It's a commuter-friendly spot: downtown Orlando is about 30 minutes away, Orlando International Airport roughly 38, and the St. John River waterfront that defines the area is a short drive off.
The market here is small and quiet right now, with just four active listings and a median list price of $330,000. With no recorded sales in the past 12 months, this is a neighborhood where inventory moves in small batches — so a buyer who watches closely and moves decisively has room to negotiate. For a wider view, browse the full range of Sanford homes for sale alongside what's listed here.
Placid Lake is a community in Sanford, Florida.
Quick facts
$234,900 – $350K price range
1,292 sqft median home
$26/mo median HOA
$1,900/mo median rent
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Placid Lake
$309,900
104 ORION WAY, SANFORD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,292 sqft
$234,900$239,000
509 WILTON CIRCLE, SANFORD
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,056 sqft
$350,000$360,000
139 PLACID WOODS COURT, SANFORD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,292 sqft
$310,000$315,000
138 PLACID WOODS COURT, SANFORD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,292 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Placid Lake market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$312,500
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
60 days
Median time to sell
Placid Lake vs Sanford
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Placid Lake boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Placid Lake is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Placid Lake home
≈ $2,022/mo
$309,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$26/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,900/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
2,018
Median age
29
Median income
$48,472
Median home value
$273,400
Beyond the listings
Living in Placid Lake
Active
Top 8% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Attitudes
Top 12% 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.
Active
Top 12% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Lifestyles
Top 20% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Relationships
Top 23% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 25% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Straight answers
Placid Lake FAQs
Is Placid Lake a good place to live?+
It's a compact Sanford neighborhood in Seminole County with a commuter-friendly location — about 30 minutes to downtown Orlando and 38 to the airport. Families are drawn to the assigned Seminole County schools, including Seminole High School and Crystal Lake Elementary. Nearby established communities like Hidden Lake round out the area's residential feel.
Is Placid Lake expensive?+
It sits in the mid-range for the Sanford market, with a median list price of $330,000 across the current listings. That's an accessible price point compared with luxury pockets in the region. Broader Sanford homes for sale span a wider range if you want to compare.
What do homes cost in Placid Lake?+
The four active listings have a median list price of $330,000. Per-square-foot and home-size figures aren't available for this small sample, so the list price is your best current benchmark. Because inventory is limited, expect the available homes to reflect a narrow slice of the neighborhood.
How is the market in Placid Lake?+
It's quiet and low-volume right now, with just four active listings and no recorded sales in the past 12 months. That means limited recent comps, so pricing leans on active listings and nearby Lake Forest sales. A patient buyer who tracks new listings closely is best positioned here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA and property tax figures aren't currently reported for this neighborhood's active listings. Since dues and tax amounts vary by individual home and community, we'll pull the exact numbers on any property you're considering. Reach out and we'll verify carrying costs before you make an offer.
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