217 E 3rd St #1/2, Sanford, FL 32771
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  • Studio
  • 1 Bath
  • 400 sqft

217 E 3rd St #1/2, Sanford, FL 32771

Home Highlights

Apartment
400 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools3 Preschool Schools3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

You're living in Downtown Sanford, walking to all your favorite restaurants like Celery Craft and the Jailhouse. On the weekends, you can watch football at the local sports bar or enjoy coffee at Foxtail. The location of this unit is in the HEART of Sanford.

Completely renovated with granite counters, new appliances, keyless entry, private AC and washer/ dryer, and private parking. Furnishings included at additional cost.

This unit is walking distance to the historic district with restaurants, bars, and boutique shopping. Sanford is a fun town with weekly events like food truck wars and couch racing. It's 10 mins from the Sanford Airport (Allegiant) and 2 mins from the Sunrail train station that will take you directly into Downtown Orlando.

MAX 2 Tenants. 1 Vehicle parking.
Utility Flat Rate: $175/ month (not included in rent price). Includes: Water, Electric, Internet, Gas, Indoor Pest Control, and Lawn Maintenance.
Private washer/ dryer INCLUDED in unit. Private entrance. Private parking.

A full background check is required of all our Tenants- criminal, employment, and credit history. Paid by the Tenant ($50 per person). Tenant(s) MUST show monthly income to be 2.5x rent.

What's needed to move in?
First Months Rent- $1490
Security Deposit- $1000
Cleared background check for all Tenants
NO APPLICATION FEE
217 E 3rd St #1/2, Sanford, FL 32771 is a studio, 1 bathroom, 400 sqft apartment. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $1,490 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 5, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,162/month.

Home Details for 217 E 3rd St #1/2

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Wall UnitHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 217 E 3rd St #1/2

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1201 Myrtle Ave, Sanford, FL
0.60
Apartment
$560,000
11/17/25
1
1
950 sqft
2433 Chase Ave #A, Sanford, FL
1.69
Apartment
$330,000
07/20/26
2
1
800 sqft
1221 Pine Ridge Cir, Sanford, FL
2.69
Apartment
$160,000
12/04/25
2
2
975 sqft
5001 Kirkland Way, Lake Mary, FL
2.97
Apartment
$220,000
08/20/26
3
2
1,380 sqft
140 Orchid Woods Ct #15B, Deltona, FL
3.90
Apartment
$142,500
05/26/26
2
2
897 sqft
130 Jasmine Woods Ct #9D, Deltona, FL
3.90
Apartment
$132,000
06/09/26
2
2
897 sqft
705 Northlake Dr, Sanford, FL
4.28
Apartment
$130,000
05/21/26
2
2
912 sqft
602 Northlake Dr, Sanford, FL
4.31
Apartment
$67,000
05/05/26
2
2
912 sqft
507 Northlake Dr, Sanford, FL
4.32
Apartment
$137,000
11/03/25
2
2
912 sqft
206 Northlake Dr, Sanford, FL
4.36
Apartment
$124,000
04/13/26
2
2
1,002 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Sanford

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,162/mo
Average rent
$2K
$3MoM
Available listings
274
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What Locals Say about Sanford

At least 767 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Hunter Dawson
    "Sanford has a lot of downtown festivals that are occasionally fun to go to. Itā€™s a well-enough known town so it attracts some visitors from around the area."
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  • Tamyra Knighton
    "keep your kids close and keep your packages on the look out ppl are friendly but ppl are still unpredictable "
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  • Maury Smith
    "Is a nice place to raise kids, the school are average and you can find nice areas here but you can see no very good place too, people are kind and careful to each others"
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  • Danah Camohoy
    "Pretty busy, thereā€™s plenty of schools here and the roads are always backed up. Thereā€™s been a lot of contruction on the roads recently that also slows traffic down"
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  • Trulia User
    "No where to park canā€™t have family gatherings because the parking is horrible. You will regret moving here . Unless you do have a car."
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  • K Brack
    "The area is close to major highways. 20 min from Disney. Tons of stores. Many parks and outdoor areas to gather. "
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  • Robiddle
    "Seems to be a nice place for kids our neighborhood is close to a ball field and thereā€™s sidewalks and a school nearby . Place is nice "
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  • Jason
    "Downtown Sanford is terrific for dog owners. The historic district is a very pleasant neighborhood to walk your dog, and the dog park is within walking distance. "
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  • Rich Brashears
    "Plenty of space for dogs to run and play. Many neighbors have dogs and they all get along. Pleasant place "
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  • Lorenzo_
    "Location, area is growing. I would like to have better walk infraestructura in the surrounding area like trails and even move walkways"
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  • Rich Brashears
    "Great place to live and raise a family! Sanford also has a great downtown area for fun and dining along Lake Monroe"
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  • Szzv2scrk2
    "Food trucks on weekends friendly neighborhood quiet new and clean, new construction some town home is new "
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  • Alondra Acevedo
    "This is a low income neighborhood. Everyone is friendly but keeps to themselves. There is a lot of police activity. "
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  • Tomiya Issac
    "Family great school environments children safe play areas community center extra curriculum activities, great church homes "
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  • Trulia User
    "Born and raised here and looking for a nicer home and gated community for me and my 6 yr old daughter "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a very nice property in the center of Lake Mary. Itā€™s very easily accessible to everything. "
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  • Larretta B.
    "people maybe friendly but dogs may not get along with other dogs walking by in the areas but it's mostly quiet"
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  • Guadalupe R.
    "Iā€™ve lived in this community for the last three years and I really like it. The people, the commute, found anything. Very convenient place."
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  • Joy C.
    "This is a Great neighborhood and safe. We have access to everything but it feels very rural. There are many beautiful birds."
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  • Myrtalt
    "I have lived in this community for only nine months and I like it because it is very quiet and safe. Where I live is a central place and close to everything I need"
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  • Larretta B.
    "less than 15 minutes to everything unless you are trying to go to an amusement park don't travel on highway during day lots of rubber necking"
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  • Courtney I.
    "PorchFest, WestEnd theater, downtown Sanford magnolia market on weekends, many many craft breweries."
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  • Jane
    "Dogs are welcome in our neighborhood as long as theyā€™re leashed when outside and their owners pick up after them."
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  • Ylopezvelaz
    "Sanford is a great city to raise children and the schools are wonderful. During the pandemic Seminole county manage virtual education like a none other count."
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  • Dalma.l.martinez
    "Iā€™ve lived in this neighborhood for at least 4 yrs and itā€™s been quiet and pleasant. And the neighbors are friendly."
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  • Dacorey H.
    "Sanford is a good place to be, safe for the most part, not too much drama, I enjoy living here in this city."
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  • Monica F.
    "Close schools, bus stops and sexual predators around in the neighborhood and make sure crime and break inn are low "
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  • Chandra K. O.
    "Iā€™ve been in Sanford for over 20 years. Iā€™ve lived in the historic area, a gated community and a suburb community. Itā€™s a great place to live"
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  • Vanessa L.
    "you see people walking the dogs all the time, friendly dogs and friendly people. I love to live here "
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  • Dacorey H.
    "Farmers market, downtown Sanford food trucks, Heathrow, downtown lake Mary, all the events between the three cities are appealing"
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  • Marsha
    "Great been here years everyone is nice family type of place. recommend staying here for a long time "
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  • Angela F.
    "There are lots of dogs in the area. There is a pet park near downtown and the trail by the lake is great for long walks."
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  • Lynara66
    "People walk their dogs all the time. They pick up after their dogs, too. You don't see dogs off leash, "
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  • Jennifer C. F.
    "there are ok with me as long as there dogs is people friendly and child friendly to. am a bog person myself and I love šŸ• "
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  • Alicia B.
    "Keep an eye out for their children no area is that safe. Teach them to go straight home from school, even people they know can harm them"
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  • Sarahwalker3089
    "Awesome great area to live great schools safe friendly people! Born and raised in Sanford Florida definitely have came a long way. "
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  • Taylorkjohnson850
    "For the most part I feel safe. But I rent, I wouldnā€™t buy a house here. Weā€™ve had a few car break ins in the past and someone kick our door at 1am. But its 10 minutes to downtown Sanford and 5 from the airport. 1 minute from 417"
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  • Jasmine G.
    "The 417 and I4 are super convenient and 17-92 is as well if youā€™re looking to avoid tolls. Downtown Sanford is beautiful and easily accessible...sometimes parking is a beast, though"
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  • Tracey J.
    "Beautiful area for families friendly for pets and smaller kids very quiet and nice , we love Sanford "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,490
Nov 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,490
May 30, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,490
May 24, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,490
Apr 6, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,490

Frequently asked questions about 217 E 3rd St #1/2

  • Is Sanford a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sanford is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Sanford?
    The median sale price in Sanford is $345K. That is down $333 from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Sanford?
    Residents describe Sanford, FL as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Sanford, FL.
  • What are the closest schools to 217 E 3rd St #1/2?
    The closest schools to 217 E 3rd St #1/2 in Sanford, FL are Hamilton Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), Markham Woods Middle School (rated 6/10), Midway Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10).
  • Does 217 E 3rd St #1/2 have air conditioning?
    Yes, 217 E 3rd St #1/2 in Sanford, FL has air conditioning.
  • Does 217 E 3rd St #1/2 have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 E 3rd St #1/2 in Sanford, FL has in-unit laundry.

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