Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a vs Hickory Grove
Two Seminole communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $397K | $417K |
| Price per sq ft | $265 | $258 |
| Avg days on market | 52 days | n/a |
| Months of supply | 2.5 mo | 0.0 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Balanced Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 33 | 34 |
The verdict
Hickory Grove carries the higher median price — about 5% above Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a.
Where each one is
Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a and Hickory Grove are about 6 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Seminole County.
| Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Seminole County, FL | Seminole County, FL |
| City / area | Lake Mary | Winter Springs |
| ZIP | 32746 | 32708 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | not enough parcels sampled | all 13 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 7 | 0 |
| Under contract | 2 | 5 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | - |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a homes for sale · Hickory Grove homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 381 | 31 |
| Built | 1982–1996 (median 1987) | 2016–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 1,589 sq ft | 1,643 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 70% | 14% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 65 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a median | Hickory Grove median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $378K (17 sales) | $479K (18 sales) |
| 2025 | $380K (25 sales) | $440K (23 sales) |
| 2026 | $380K (17 sales) | $401K (36 sales) |
Since 2024, Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a's median sale price is +1% and Hickory Grove's is -16% — Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.4% | 94.8% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 100% |
| Typical sold home | 1,589 sq ft | 1,678 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a | Hickory Grove | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Lake Mary Elementary | Layer Elementary |
| Middle | Greenwood Lakes Middle | Indian Trails Middle |
| High school | Lake Mary High | Winter Springs High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a is the lower entry point (median $397K vs $417K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Hickory Grove; Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Hickory Grove more expensive than Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Hickory Grove is $417,000 versus $397,000 in Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a, about 5% higher.
How far apart are Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a and Hickory Grove?
About 6 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Seminole County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a or Hickory Grove?
Hickory Grove: its homes were built 2016–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1987 in Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a or Hickory Grove?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose 1% in Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a and -16% in Hickory Grove (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a — sellers there received 96.4% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.8% in Hickory Grove.
What high schools serve Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a and Hickory Grove?
Listings in Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a most often report Lake Mary High; listings in Hickory Grove report Winter Springs High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Greenwood Lakes Unit D-3a homes, photos & schools · Hickory Grove homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.