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Old 04-20-2009, 11:00 AM
 
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We are relocating this summer and trying to decide where we should buy. I am noticing that Longwood seems to have a lot more houses built on larger lots in our price range (under $300). We have 2 dogs and prefer a nice size yard. Can anyone comment on the safety of this area compared to Lake Mary and/or Winter Springs? Or anything else to consider or be wary of? Thank you for any comments
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Old 04-20-2009, 03:16 PM
 
Location: Asheville, NC
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I live in Longwood bordering Lake Mary. Longwood is just as nice as Lake Mary. You do get more for your money in Longwood. . The schools are good in all the areas. I think you've definately chosen a good area! They are all safe areas. It is very convenient in this area. We have all the shopping you could imagine with restaurants, entertainment, YMCA and parks. What type of neighborhood are you looking for? Size of house? Maybe I can recommend a few.
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Old 04-21-2009, 12:23 PM
 
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Thank you. We are looking for 2000 sq. ft. 3+ beds, 2 +baths, large yard (or decent) and a pool. A good safe area for my 10 year old to make friends. Older homes are ok too, maybe even preferred.
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Old 04-22-2009, 06:35 AM
 
Location: Orlando, FL
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Thank you. We are looking for 2000 sq. ft. 3+ beds, 2 +baths, large yard (or decent) and a pool. A good safe area for my 10 year old to make friends. Older homes are ok too, maybe even preferred.
I think from what you said, Longwood sounds like the right fit especially west of I-4 in the Lake Brantley area where there are older, large homes. The Wekiva area may be worth a look too.
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Old 04-22-2009, 07:17 AM
 
Location: Orlando FL
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Longwood and Lake Mary would have the most homes that match your criteria, but the Tuskawilla Country club area in Winter Springs also has great properties that will match what you are looking for.

I actually just worked with a couple with very similar criteria to yours and know of many out there to choose from.
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Old 04-22-2009, 11:15 AM
 
Location: Asheville, NC
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Thank you. We are looking for 2000 sq. ft. 3+ beds, 2 +baths, large yard (or decent) and a pool. A good safe area for my 10 year old to make friends. Older homes are ok too, maybe even preferred.
What price range? All those mentioned are great ideas!
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Old 05-12-2010, 05:42 PM
 
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I am in a similar situation, i have a 6 year old and a 6 month old and we recently moved to palm coast from buffalo NY. my husband works in winter park and the commute is just too long.
I would love any advice on lake Mary or winter springs and also school information. I have read some really scary threads on here about palm coast that I wish i never read so I hope to get good feedback for Seminole county it would really put my mind at ease. I just want the best/safest area for my children. thanks!!!!
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Old 05-12-2010, 07:13 PM
 
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I am in a similar situation, i have a 6 year old and a 6 month old and we recently moved to palm coast from buffalo NY. my husband works in winter park and the commute is just too long.
I would love any advice on lake Mary or winter springs and also school information. I have read some really scary threads on here about palm coast that I wish i never read so I hope to get good feedback for Seminole county it would really put my mind at ease. I just want the best/safest area for my children. thanks!!!!
You'll be pretty much safe on most areas of Seminole County. Lake Mary, Longwood, Winter Springs, Altamonte, Oviedo and Winter Park are good places to start. Do a search at the top right for Lake Mary and Winter Springs and you'll find out some good info.
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Old 05-13-2010, 10:13 AM
 
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I am the OP of this thread. I wrote it a little over a year ago. Since then we have moved down here and settled in nicely. After a lot of thought and consideration we chose to buy a home in Oviedo. The town is great and the schools are great for Florida schools. The factor that tipped the scales for us was my husbands commute. He works about 10 - 15 minutes from home on Research Pkwy. However we also really liked Winter Springs.

Good luck in your search! I think Seminole County has a lot of terrific areas to consider.
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Old 05-13-2010, 04:54 PM
 
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thanks so much!!!!

I have been looking in Lake Mary to rent a house..... but not much luck. if anyone hears about any 3-4 bedrooms homes with either comm. pool or pool home $1,700 and under to rent in lake mary or any part of seminole county. please let me know!

We have also looked in Waterford lakes and Avolon in orange county...... how are those areas and schools???
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