Sanford, Florida - Area Information & Foreclosure Listings
The Sanford Naval Air Station, built in 1941 and deeded by the federal government to the City of Sanford in 1969, has remained active and has contributed to the growth of the area. Today, the 1,900 acre site comprises Orlando Sanford Airport, which welcomes over one million passengers per year on charter and scheduled airline flights, and approximately 60 companies are located in the airport's industrial park. Central Florida Zoo The Central Florida Zoo is a relaxing, entertaining and educational experience for the entire family. Discover animals from around the world within this intimate park. Stroll along shaded, winding boardwalks and paths as you see towering elephants, search for elusive cheetahs, appreciate the beauty of bright-faced mandrills and listen to the song of the kookaburra. Or dare to meet some of the world’s most venomous reptiles and non-venomous snakes, lizards and frogs in the Herpetarium. Recreation The golf links of the Mayfair Country Club had their beginnings in 1921 when the city of Sanford laid out the 18-hole course, which was played by many of the big name touring professionals of the day including Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer and the Hebert Brothers. The property was subsequently sold to baseball’s old New York Giants who operated the golf course along with their baseball training camp and the Mayfair Inn, which now houses the New Tribes Mission in downtown Sanford. The Sanford RiverWalk is a beautiful new 1.2 mile walkway along the St. Johns River. The 12-foot-wide paved bike/pedestrian pathway is just one step in the revitalization of this beautiful and historic city.
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From zoos to golf to military history, Sanford is a fascinating, family-friendly Florida community.
