Hickory Grove vs Sanlando Springs
Two Seminole communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-30.
| Metric | Hickory Grove | Sanlando Springs |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $417K | $455K |
| Price per sq ft | $258 | $235 |
| Avg days on market | n/a | 56 days |
| Months of supply | 0.0 mo | 1.9 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 45 |
The verdict
Sanlando Springs carries the higher median price — about 9% above Hickory Grove.
Where each one is
Hickory Grove and Sanlando Springs are about 7 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Seminole County.
| Hickory Grove | Sanlando Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Seminole County, FL | Seminole County, FL |
| City / area | Winter Springs | Altamonte Springs |
| ZIP | 32708 | 32701, 32714, 32750 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 13 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 17 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 | Sanlando Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 0 | 7 |
| Under contract | 5 | 1 |
| Property types listed | - | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Hickory Grove homes for sale · Sanlando Springs homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Hickory Grove | Sanlando Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 31 | 98 |
| Built | 2016–2024 (median 2024) | 1955–2018 (median 1972) |
| Typical living area | 1,643 sq ft | 1,843 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 14% | 86% |
| 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 | Sanlando Springs median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $479K (18 sales) | $490K (31 sales) |
| 2025 | $440K (23 sales) | $420K (41 sales) |
| 2026 | $401K (36 sales) | $455K (38 sales) |
Since 2024, Hickory Grove's median sale price is -16% and Sanlando Springs's is -7% — Sanlando Springs has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Hickory Grove | Sanlando Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.8% | 95.5% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 3% |
| Typical sold home | 1,678 sq ft | 2,117 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 | Sanlando Springs | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Layer Elementary | Altamonte Elementary |
| Middle | Indian Trails Middle | Milwee Middle |
| High school | Winter Springs High | Lyman 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 $417K vs $455K). 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; Sanlando Springs 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 Sanlando Springs more expensive than Hickory Grove?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Sanlando Springs is $455,000 versus $417,000 in Hickory Grove, about 9% higher.
How far apart are Hickory Grove and Sanlando Springs?
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 Sanlando Springs?
Hickory Grove: its homes were built 2016–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1972 in Sanlando Springs (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Sanlando Springs. The typical home there is 1,843 sq ft of living area, versus 1,643 sq ft in Hickory Grove.
Which has appreciated more, Hickory Grove or Sanlando Springs?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -16% in Hickory Grove and -7% in Sanlando Springs (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Sanlando Springs — sellers there received 95.5% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.8% in Hickory Grove.
What high schools serve Hickory Grove and Sanlando Springs?
Listings in Hickory Grove most often report Winter Springs High; listings in Sanlando Springs report Lyman High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Hickory Grove homes, photos & schools · Sanlando Springs homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.