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The northern county of the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford Metropolitan area, Seminole County is home to Sanford, Lake Mary, Oviedo, and many other popular suburbs of Orlando. It's a popular place to call home with plenty of things to do, top employers, and easy access to some of the best attractions in the entire state of Florida.
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Many top employers have headquarters in Seminole County including the American Automobile Association (AAA). In fact, the national office of AAA is found in Lake Mary and it's one of the largest employers in the area. In addition, Lake Mary is home to the new Verizon Financial Center, along with several other top employers including Convergys. Other top employers in Seminole County include:
Many other large companies are found throughout Seminole County and some of the cities within the county are growing fast, as well.
While Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Sea World Orlando are all located just a short drive away, there are plenty of great attractions throughout Seminole County. Cranes Roost Park is one of the most popular spots in Altamonte Springs. It's found on Cranes Roost Lake and offers a unique place to enjoy the water. Uptown Altamonte is another popular place to go with a water fountain choreographed to different styles of music. This entire area is very popular and includes the Altamonte Mall, which is a four-anchor indoor shopping mall with an 18-screen AMC Theatre. The Central Florida Zoo is located in Sanford and offers plenty of fun, while Black Hammock Adventures is found on Lake Jesup in Oviedo. The Sanford RiverWalk is a popular attraction, as well. Many residents also enjoy shopping and dining in the Historic Downtown Sanford area. Some of the other things to do and attractions found throughout Seminole County include:
There are many other attractions and places to see all throughout the county. Of course, having major theme parks and Downtown Orlando just a short drive away means those living in Seminole County gain access to plenty more to enjoy.
The holidays bring many of the cities in Seminole County alive with plenty of great events for Christmas, Halloween, Easter, and Fourth of July. Along with holiday events, the Seminole County Gardening Expo is a popular event held every year and so is the Altamonte Springs Uptown Art Expo. The Central Florida Oktoberfest event offers a fun event held every October in Casselberry, Florida. In addition, the entire family can enjoy the Longwood Community Health Fair held every February. Other annual events held throughout Seminole County include:
There's always a fun event going on somewhere in Seminole County, Florida. Whether you're moving to Central Florida for work or for another reason, choosing to call Seminole County home means you'll be close to some of the best attractions and plenty of great events every year.
David Myers 407-801-3286
Your Seminole County Real Estate Expert