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Lake Mary, FL vs Winter Garden, FL
Lake Mary, FL vs Winter Garden, FL: What the data shows
Lake Mary, FL is in Lake Mary, FL while Winter Garden, FL is in Winter Garden, FL — both in the same state. On home prices, Lake Mary, FL is the more affordable option at $378,100 median — $51,900 less than Winter Garden, FL's $430,000. WYLT rates Lake Mary, FL as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Winter Garden, FL as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots.
Winter Garden, FL has the stronger safety profile of the two. Lake Mary, FL has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Winter Garden, FL has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Lake Mary, FL has Low flood risk and Winter Garden, FL has Low flood risk.
Lake Mary, FL is the more walkable neighborhood. Lake Mary, FL scores 42/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Winter Garden, FL's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Winter Garden, FL has the higher school rating — Lake Mary, FL rates 6.2/10 and Winter Garden, FL rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Lake Mary, FL | Winter Garden, FL |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Settle here |
| Median Price | $378K ✓ Lower price | $430K |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $104K ✓ Higher income | $65K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 42/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 25 min | 25 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.2/10 | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with kidsCommuters to OrlandoSuburban lifestyle seekers | familiesoutdoor enthusiasts commuters |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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