One of the wealthiest, safest and economically secure cities in the country, Lake Mary is an ideal stomping ground for new home buyers or families of all sizes. A hot spot for sizzling shopping, trendy restaurants and local festivals/events, Lake Mary residents seem to really enjoy each other’s company.
Go for the green! Golfers certainly enjoy the stunning Timacuan Golf Club, smack dab in the center of town. The Heathrow Country Club also boasts a private, exclusive championship course, first class restaurants and fitness center. Seemingly a breeding ground for athletes, Lake Mary is the hometown of sports icons like Lee Corso, sports broadcaster and football analyst for ESPN; Dwight Howard NBA Player for the Orlando Magic; Chris DiMarco and Zach Johnson, Professional Golfers in PGA; Gigi Fernández, a professional tennis player who has played at Wimbledon, Olympics and the U.S. Open; and Keith Rivers, linebacker for the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals.
Although only open for two years, the highly appraised Lake Mary Events Center acts as a central hub for many business and social gatherings as well as special occasions like weddings.
Lake Mary is the true suburb of Orlando. Children can attend excellent schools like Heathrow Elementary School, Lake Mary Elementary School, Greenwood Lakes Middle School and Lake Mary High School. Prominent businesses like AT&T, Progress Energy, Siemens, WOFL-35 and WKCF-TV Channel 18 have helped position Lake Mary as a high tech area perfect for investment and relocation.