Seminole County Information

ABOUT SEMINOLE COUNTY

Seminole County , the second smallest in the State of Florida, with the tenth largest population, is the place to live work and play. Seminole County is made up of seven major cities, each of which offers its own unique appeal to residents, businesses, and travelers alike.

Seminole County features prestigious golf communities, estate living and true Florida architectural design with diverse living options, from historical districts to new state-of-the-art construction. Education, including K-12, higher education, private and charter schools, is the best in the state. Still today, the number one reason many companies from corporate giants to new small business owners choose Seminole County, is the outstanding education system.

Seminole County has become the most desired address for business relocation. The high tech industry boom continues to explode as developers accommodate the fast paced expansion of Class A office space. The highest median income, high paying-high quality employment, and skilled workforce has attracted national and international attention.

Seminole County is truly the best of all worlds. Only 40 minutes to the beach, 30 minutes from the most traveled entertainment attractions in the world, excellent shopping and dining and the friendliest atmosphere around, Seminole County is the perfect place to call home.

Altamonte Springs is a bustling center of growth and opportunities. With major upscale retail and office centers, fine hotels, abundant restaurants, theaters and specialty shopping venues, the continuous growth keeps this City Alive! Its well-planned infrastructure is in place for this continued, progressive growth; as well as, new developments for the future. A new 25-acre Town Center is under construction along with plans for upscale condos and a new look for the entrance to this great city. Additionally, Altamonte Springs offers single and multi-family homes nestled in lakeside and tree-shaded communities, civic centers and sports complexes for leisure and entertainment, educational and career opportunities with highly rated schools and colleges plus several relaxing and peaceful parks. Cranes Roost Park is a lushly landscaped park featuring one mile of lighted pedestrian walkways, amphitheater, floating stage, festivals and concerts. Red Hot & Boom, one of the City’s major annual events, draws more than 150,000 people.

Centrally located to many fine amenities, Casselberry, "the heart of it all," is home to 15 parks, more than two dozen lakes, a golf course, an "Arts in Public Places" program and dozens of restaurants. Today, Casselberry enjoys a mix of moderately priced homes and upscale condominium communities. Major retail businesses and restaurants line both the 436 and 17-92 highways. Casselberry continues to expand while making strides in both infrastructure and beautification.

You'll find the grass is always greener in Lake Mary / Heathrow, especially on the golf courses, one of which is ranked "14th best in the state" by Golfweek. The Lake Mary area attracts national and international attention for being a premier area for business relocation and investment in Central Florida, also. Lake Mary in a teamwork effort with County Government, the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Organizations and Seminole Community College has proactively developed a “target industry district” housing high tech and other major well-known corporations. Lake Mary boasts upscale residential communities surrounded by designer golf courses and is home to the best schools in the state.

Longwood, the oldest historic community in Seminole County, has been attracting visitors since the 1880’s. A small town atmosphere with new business development makes Longwood a charming town with excellent access. Longwood has a strong future due to the forward thinking and focus on infrastructure and redevelopment. High profile business, excellent health care opportunities, and a pro-active attitude make this city an outstanding choice for new opportunities with all of the historical benefits. Longwood is home to some of the most outstanding residential communities in Central Florida. Golf courses, gated communities, retail, restaurants, established and new business are just some of the reasons so many are choosing Longwood, Florida to call home.

Oviedo, with roots deeply entrenched in citrus and celery crops, is a throwback to small town life. In addition to a lovely historic district, nature pursuits rank high on visitor priority lists, with a trip to nearby Lake Jesup a must for 'gator spotting. High tech and professional jobs are mainstream for Oviedo, where income demographics are tops in Central Florida. The University of Central Florida and Oviedo campus of Seminole Community College attract many residents and businesses. The Oviedo Marketplace Mall lures visitors from throughout the Central Florida area. Churches, civic and social groups round out Oviedo in a way that allows a hometown atmosphere to prevail in an ever-growing environment.

Sanford is one of the most unique cities in America featuring a true historic downtown; quaint neighborhoods border a historic lakefront and a realm of natural resources. Sanford, founded in the 19th century has more growth potential than any city in Central Florida. The development of River walk along the Lake Monroe lakefront from Mellonville Ave to U.S. 17-92 is a showcase promenade for pedestrians and cyclists. Fishing piers and other waterfront amenities are planned along with prestigious condominiums on the waterfront.

Winter Springs , one of the newer municipalities, is the largest in land area. When incorporated in 1959, the name was Village of North Orlando. Winter Springs has experienced almost an 800 percent increase in population since 1970, to over 23,000 residents. The present onset of commercial and industrial development in Winter Springs, which had been wholly residential throughout the 1970s, gives evidence of a new trend for the city. Exciting new developments in Winter Springs are attracting all kinds of attention. The Towne Center Project is developing over 300,000 square feet of office, retail space, including a Main Street that will feature numerous opportunities for shopping, dining and recreation in a beautifully groomed hub for this growing city. Winter Springs has the excellent schools and is the ideal location for raising a family and a business.