Kays Landing Phase 1
Homes for Sale in Sanford, FL

Community in Sanford · Seminole County
138 homesBuilt 2005–2024
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data16 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
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Ownership and context
80%
Owner-occupied · Kays Landing Phase 1
110 of 138 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
20%
Non-owner-occupied · Kays Landing Phase 1
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
138
Homes in the community
138 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 16 years of records
Est. 2005
Community established
homes built 2005-2024, median 2006 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2010
peaked at 16 in 2007
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Kays Landing Phase 1 is a 138-home community where the build-out stretched a long way: the median year built sits at 2006, but permits and listings run all the way to 2024, meaning original-phase homes and much newer construction sit side by side under the same community name. That spread matters more than any single price point here — condition, age of systems, and whether a given home is original 2005-2006 stock or a later build will drive value swings more than location within the community.

With homestead exemptions claimed on roughly 80% of homes, this reads as a community with low investor or transient-rental turnover, which tends to keep resale activity steady rather than lumpy. For buyers, that means fewer distressed or flipped listings to sort through; for sellers, it means your comparable set is mostly owner-held homes, not rental-driven comps.

Best for

  • Buyers prioritizing home size and condition over community amenities
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating build vintage carefully across a wide 2005-2024 range
  • Buyers seeking a stable, owner-occupied resale market with steady turnover

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a clubhouse, pool, or other organized amenity package included
  • Buyers who assume all homes in the community share the same construction era
  • Buyers seeking a heavy rental or investor resale market for quick comps

The market around Kays Landing Phase 1

Kays Landing Phase 1 is a small community — 23 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2010 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Seminole County, 1,538 homes are active and 629 pending (29% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Kays Landing Phase 1 specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Kays Landing Phase 1 today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Kays Landing Phase 1.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a straightforward, owner-occupied subdivision without amenity overhead in Sanford.
Biggest Risk
The 2005-2024 build span means vintage matters — two homes here can differ significantly in age and systems despite being in the same community.
Sweet Spot
Buyers targeting a mid-size home around 2,700 square feet who prioritize the house over shared community features.
Avoid If
You want clubhouse, pool, or organized amenity access as part of the purchase — none is identified here.

Two decades of construction, one community

A community that was originally built starting in 2005 but has continued adding homes through 2024 is not a single snapshot in time — it is a layered market. Buyers evaluating Kays Landing Phase 1 should treat the year-built field on any listing as one of the first things to check, since a home from the original phase and one built nearly twenty years later can carry very different mechanical systems, finishes, and maintenance profiles despite sitting on the same street grid.

No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, which means this reads as a straightforward residential subdivision rather than an amenity-driven community. That's useful information either way: buyers shouldn't expect to pay a premium for clubhouse or pool access here, and sellers shouldn't expect that kind of feature to be part of their pitch. The value case rests on the home itself — size, age, and condition — not shared community infrastructure.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Kays Landing Phase 1. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a community spanning original 2005 construction through 2024 builds, knowing which vintage you're looking at — and what that means for systems, warranties, and resale positioning — is the difference between a good deal and a guessing game. We pull the build history on every listing before you tour it.

Kays Landing Phase 1 in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a straightforward, owner-occupied subdivision without amenity overhead in Sanford.
Biggest advantageA stable, largely homestead-occupied base means fewer investor-driven comps to distort resale value.
Biggest riskThe 2005-2024 build span means vintage matters — two homes here can differ significantly in age and systems despite being in the same community.
Sweet spotBuyers targeting a mid-size home around 2,700 square feet who prioritize the house over shared community features.
Avoid ifYou want clubhouse, pool, or organized amenity access as part of the purchase — none is identified here.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Kays Landing Phase 1 sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Kays Landing Phase 1?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 138 homes in Kays Landing Phase 1 (public records).
What share of Kays Landing Phase 1 is owner-occupied?
80% of Kays Landing Phase 1 parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Kays Landing Phase 1 built?
Homes in Kays Landing Phase 1 were built between 2005 and 2024, with a median year built of 2006.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Kays Landing Phase 1?
The best agent for Kays Landing Phase 1 is one who actively works Sanford and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Kays Landing Phase 1.
How do I find a top Sanford real estate agent who knows Kays Landing Phase 1?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Kays Landing Phase 1 and the wider Sanford area.
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Buyers prioritizing home size and condition over community amenitiesExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable evaluating build vintage carefully across a wide 2005-2024 rangeExcellent fit
Buyers seeking a stable, owner-occupied resale market with steady turnoverExcellent fit
Buyers who want a clubhouse, pool, or other organized amenity package includedProbably not
Buyers who assume all homes in the community share the same construction eraProbably not
Buyers seeking a heavy rental or investor resale market for quick compsProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32771))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2010 (1 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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