Hickory Grove vs Riverside at Twin Rivers
Two Seminole communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Hickory Grove | Riverside at Twin Rivers |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $405K | $430K |
| Price per sq ft | $256 | $251 |
| Avg days on market | 116 days | 98 days |
| Months of supply | 0.4 mo | 0.9 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 34 | 27 |
The verdict
Riverside at Twin Rivers carries the higher median price — about 6% above Hickory Grove. Homes in Riverside at Twin Rivers sell faster (98 days on market vs 116). Hickory Grove is the tighter market on inventory (0.4 months of supply).
Where each one is
Hickory Grove and Riverside at Twin Rivers are about 7 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Seminole County.
| Hickory Grove | Riverside at Twin Rivers | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Seminole County, FL | Seminole County, FL |
| City / area | Winter Springs | Oviedo |
| ZIP | 32708 | 32766 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 14 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 12 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 | Riverside at Twin Rivers | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 1 | 2 |
| Under contract | 5 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $420K to $420K | $400K to $545K |
| 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 · Riverside at Twin Rivers homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hickory Grove | Riverside at Twin Rivers | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 31 | 237 |
| Built | 2016–2024 (median 2024) | 1991–1999 (median 1994) |
| Typical living area | 1,643 sq ft | 1,792 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 14% | 80% |
| 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 | Riverside at Twin Rivers median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $479K (18 sales) | $452K (28 sales) |
| 2025 | $440K (23 sales) | $410K (27 sales) |
| 2026 | $401K (36 sales) | $400K (23 sales) |
Since 2024, Hickory Grove's median sale price is -16% and Riverside at Twin Rivers's is -12% — Riverside at Twin Rivers has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hickory Grove | Riverside at Twin Rivers | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.8% | 95.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,678 sq ft | 1,621 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 | Riverside at Twin Rivers | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Layer Elementary | Partin Elementary |
| Middle | Indian Trails Middle | Chiles Middle |
| High school | Winter Springs High | Hagerty 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 $430K). 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; Riverside at Twin Rivers trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Riverside at Twin Rivers (98 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 Riverside at Twin Rivers more expensive than Hickory Grove?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Riverside at Twin Rivers is $430,000 versus $405,000 in Hickory Grove, about 6% higher.
How far apart are Hickory Grove and Riverside at Twin Rivers?
About 7 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 Riverside at Twin Rivers?
Hickory Grove: its homes were built 2016–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1994 in Riverside at Twin Rivers (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Hickory Grove or Riverside at Twin Rivers?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -16% in Hickory Grove and -12% in Riverside at Twin Rivers (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Riverside at Twin Rivers — sellers there received 95.6% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.8% in Hickory Grove.
What high schools serve Hickory Grove and Riverside at Twin Rivers?
Listings in Hickory Grove most often report Winter Springs High; listings in Riverside at Twin Rivers report Hagerty High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hickory Grove homes, photos & schools · Riverside at Twin Rivers homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.