What is the property tax rate in Sanford, FL?

Sanford has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.64%. On a median home valued at $272,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,741 per year in property taxes.

How does Sanford compare to Seminole County?

Sanford's effective rate of 0.64% is 4% lower than the Seminole County average of 0.67%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,599, while Sanford homeowners pay an estimated $1,741.

How much are property taxes in Sanford on a $300,000 home?

Based on Sanford's effective rate of 0.64%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,920 per year, or about $160 per month.

Sanford Property Tax Rate

Seminole County, Florida

0.64%effective rate

Sanford is located in Seminole County, Florida. Homeowners in Sanford pay a median of $1,741 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $272,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.64%. This is 4% lower than the Seminole County average of 0.67%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.64%

vs 0.67% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,741

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$272,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

62,292

Sanford, FL

How Sanford Compares

Sanford

0.64%

Seminole County Average

0.67%

Florida Average

0.76%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Seminole County

Compare property tax rates for 5 cities in Seminole County, Florida.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Oviedo	39,990	$3,393	0.79%
Winter Springs	38,448	$2,380	0.70%
Altamonte Springs	45,657	$1,731	0.66%
Sanford	62,292	$1,741	0.64%
Casselberry	29,473	$1,502	0.55%

About Property Taxes in Sanford

Property taxes in Sanford are collected by Seminole County. Tax exemptions available to Seminole County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Sanford. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Seminole County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,920

$160/month · Rate: 0.64%

Seminole County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.