Hickory Grove vs Lakewood at the Crossings
Two Seminole communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-12.
| Metric | Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $405K | $438K |
| Price per sq ft | $256 | $229 |
| Avg days on market | 98 days | 1 days |
| Months of supply | 0.3 mo | 1.4 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 25 |
The verdict
Lakewood at the Crossings carries the higher median price — about 8% above Hickory Grove. Homes in Lakewood at the Crossings sell faster (1 days on market vs 98). Hickory Grove is the tighter market on inventory (0.3 months of supply).
Where each one is
Hickory Grove and Lakewood at the Crossings are about 6 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Seminole County.
| Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Seminole County, FL | Seminole County, FL |
| City / area | Winter Springs | Lake Mary |
| ZIP | 32708 | 32746 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 14 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 16 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
| Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 1 | 3 |
| Under contract | 5 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $425K to $425K | $345K to $390K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 1 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hickory Grove homes for sale · Lakewood at the Crossings homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 31 | 240 |
| Built | 2016–2024 (median 2024) | 1986–1991 (median 1988) |
| Typical living area | 1,643 sq ft | 1,991 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 14% | 64% |
| Vacant lots | 65 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Hickory Grove median | Lakewood at the Crossings median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $479K (18 sales) | $409K (14 sales) |
| 2025 | $440K (23 sales) | $398K (18 sales) |
| 2026 | $401K (36 sales) | $420K (19 sales) |
Since 2024, Hickory Grove's median sale price is -16% and Lakewood at the Crossings's is +3% — Lakewood at the Crossings has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.8% | 97.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,678 sq ft | 1,858 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
| Hickory Grove | Lakewood at the Crossings | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Layer Elementary | Lake Mary Elementary |
| Middle | Indian Trails Middle | Greenwood Lakes Middle |
| High school | Winter Springs High | Lake Mary 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, Hickory Grove is the lower entry point (median $405K vs $438K). 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; Lakewood at the Crossings trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lakewood at the Crossings (1 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
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 Lakewood at the Crossings more expensive than Hickory Grove?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lakewood at the Crossings is $438,000 versus $405,000 in Hickory Grove, about 8% higher.
How far apart are Hickory Grove and Lakewood at the Crossings?
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, Hickory Grove or Lakewood at the Crossings?
Hickory Grove: its homes were built 2016–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1988 in Lakewood at the Crossings (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Lakewood at the Crossings. The typical home there is 1,991 sq ft of living area, versus 1,643 sq ft in Hickory Grove.
Which has appreciated more, Hickory Grove or Lakewood at the Crossings?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -16% in Hickory Grove and 3% in Lakewood at the Crossings (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Lakewood at the Crossings — sellers there received 97.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.8% in Hickory Grove.
What high schools serve Hickory Grove and Lakewood at the Crossings?
Listings in Hickory Grove most often report Winter Springs High; listings in Lakewood at the Crossings report Lake Mary High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hickory Grove homes, photos & schools · Lakewood at the Crossings homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.