Why Live in Wekiva
Wekiva, a small community in Heathrow, Florida, is part of the greater Orlando metropolitan area and is currently experiencing notable growth. This neighborhood offers a mix of rural and suburban living, with narrow residential roads featuring ranch homes and Cape Cods on spacious lots, as well as suburban-style neighborhoods with wide streets and Colonial-inspired and transitional-style homes. The area is known for its leafy, mature trees and verdant surroundings. Students in Wekiva attend highly rated schools in the Seminole County Public Schools district, including Heathrow Elementary School and Markham Woods Middle School. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Wekiva Springs State Park, which spans over 7,000 acres and offers activities like swimming, kayaking, and hiking, as well as Kelly Park with its natural lazy river. Golfers can enjoy RedTail Golf Course and Sweetwater Golf & Country Club. While commercial properties are sparse within Wekiva, residents can travel 8 miles east to Sanford for shopping and dining options, including Another Broken Egg and Tijuana Flats. Groceries can be picked up at Publix on West State Road 46. Most residents rely on cars for transportation, with no public transit options directly in the neighborhood. However, the LYNX public transportation system serves nearby Sanford. Orlando Sanford International Airport is 17 miles east, providing convenient travel options. Wekiva has a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a safer place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wekiva a good place to live?
Wekiva is a good place to live. Wekiva is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wekiva is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wekiva has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.4 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $174,247 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 54.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Wekiva are home owners, with 7.2% of residents renting and 92.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wekiva can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wekiva neighborhood guide.
Is Wekiva, FL a safe neighborhood?
Wekiva, FL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wekiva?
The median home price in Wekiva is $1,002,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $200,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $217K a year to afford the median home price in Wekiva. The average household income in Wekiva is $174K.
What are the best public schools in Wekiva?
The best public schools that serve Wekiva are:
What are the best private schools in Wekiva?
The best private schools that serve Wekiva are:
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Are home prices dropping in Wekiva?
Yes, home prices in Wekiva are down 26% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Wekiva, FL
On average, homes in Wekiva, Lake Mary sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Wekiva, Lake Mary over the last 12 months is $855,000, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$855,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$954,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$1,002,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%