An aerial view of the marina and part of Downtown Sanford.
Sanford’s growth has brought a range of new-home options, from low-maintenance townhomes near major commuter routes to luxury gated communities with river access.
KB Home
Cameron Preserve | Starting from $413,490
Cameron Preserve is a new-home community in Sanford that combines modern, energy-efficient homes with convenient access to major employers, schools, recreation, and transportation. Residents will enjoy a planned community pool, dog park, nearby St. Johns River access, and proximity to downtown Sanford, the Central Florida Zoo, and Orlando Sanford International Airport. Floor plans offer up to five bedrooms with customizable design options for a personalized living experience. kbhome.com
Toll Brothers
Riverside Oaks | Starting from the upper $500s
Riverside Oaks is a gated community of luxury single-family homes designed for buyers looking for privacy, amenities and a connection to the outdoors. The Sanford community offers private access to the St. Johns River, resort-style amenities and a premier location that balances natural beauty with convenience. tollbrothers.com
K. Hovnanian Homes
Preserve at Deer Lakes | Starting from the low $1 millions
For buyers seeking a more exclusive setting, Preserve at Deer Lakes offers a private gated enclave with only 31 expansive homesites. The limited number of homesites gives the community a more secluded feel while still keeping residents close to Sanford’s growing list of dining, shopping and recreation options. khov.com
New apartment communities in Sanford are giving renters more choices, especially those looking for modern amenities, walkable surroundings and easy access to the area’s expanding dining and entertainment scene.
Northhaven
One-, two- and three-bedroom apartments | From $1,786
Northhaven offers one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes with resort-style amenities designed for modern renters. The community is a fit for residents who want the flexibility of apartment living with the conveniences typically associated with newer residential developments. livenorthhaven.com
NOVEL Parkway
One-, two- and three-bedroom apartments | From $1,817
NOVEL Parkway brings a design-forward approach to apartment living, with inspiration drawn from the bright colors and energy of Winter Garden’s Plant Street Market. The community blends classic Florida character with modern details, including front stoops, patios, built-ins and downtown Sanford-inspired signage. The result is a community that feels both fresh and rooted in Central Florida’s historic charm. novelparkway.com
Buyers who like the Sanford area but want a quieter setting may want to look just across the river to DeBary.
Rivington Townhomes
Three-bedroom townhomes | From $307,990
Rivington Townhomes in DeBary offers three-bedroom townhomes starting from $307,990. The community gives buyers a new-construction option with a more nature-focused feel while still keeping them within reach of Sanford, the St. Johns River and the broader Central Florida area. liveatriv.com