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Lake Mack-Forest Hills

Lake Mack-Forest Hills

Neighborhood in DeBary, Florida

Volusia County 32720

$257,157 Average Value
$150 Average Price per Sq Ft

Lake Mack-Forest Hills is rustic, secluded and about 50 miles from Orlando

Lake Mack-Forest Hills is a small, rural, bedroom community about 50 miles from Orlando surrounded by campgrounds, state parks and undeveloped land. Homes on quarter-acre lots and available parcels are here for those looking to get away from the busyness of the metro area. “It’s unincorporated right now, so there are no HOAs,” says Carla Gibson, Realtor with Adams, Cameron & Co. “It’s really secluded, it’s affordable, and you can have a manufactured home.” Gibson, who sells frequently in the area, says manufactured homes are rarely allowed.

Manufactured homes, single-family homes and land are available

Two- or three-bedroom manufactured homes are most common in Lake Mack-Forest Hills. Buyers can find properties built in the 1970s and 1980s that need updating or newer ones built after 2020. Some three- or four-bedroom single-family homes are also available. Most are either recently renovated or built in the 2020s. Prices range from $95,000 to around $225,000, with higher-priced homes featuring more square footage or bigger lawns. Those looking for land can find quarter-acre lots typically priced between $8,000 and $25,000. Regarding crime, Lake Mack-Forest Hills scores a 2 out of 10 on the CAP Index, 2 points lower than the national average.

Nearby DeLand is a shopping, dining and health destination

Residents find all they need in nearby DeLand, about 8 miles away. The small city offers Publix, Walmart, other big box stores, services and restaurants. Santorini Greek Cuisine stands out among the many popular local restaurants. “That is one of my absolute favorites in Deland,” Gibson says. DeLand also has the closest hospitals and medical centers, including AdventHealth DeLand. Earl Brown Park is a large, traditional green space near downtown DeLand, with a playground, a skate park and basketball courts. The St. John’s River is nearby, a perk for anglers and boaters.

Schools in nearby Umatilla

The area is served by Lake County Schools, which offers educational choice. Students can attend any school in the district not at capacity, if they can provide their own transportation. The schools zoned to the community, though, are Seminole Springs Elementary, which rates a B on Niche; Umatilla Middle, which rates a B-minus; and Umatilla High, which also rates a B-minus. Umatilla High offers clubs and organizations, including Bass Anglers Club.

Route 44 connects to I-4

Route 44 runs along the community’s southeast corner and travels east to Interstate 4 and south to Mt. Dora. Orlando International Airport is about 65 miles away.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Daytona Beach International

42 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lake Mack-Forest Hills US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Lake Mack-Forest Hills Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$209,000
Median Sale Price
$197,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$197,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
58%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$150

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
141
Median Year Built
1980
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,362
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,281
Median Age
49
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$49,721
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,616

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.6%
College Graduates
17.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
58''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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Lake Mack-Forest Hills
Carla Gibson
ADAMS, CAMERON & CO., REALTORS
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