Neighborhood · Winter Springs, Florida
Amherst
Quiet Seminole County living with an easy Orlando commute
1
Homes for sale
$499,900
Median list price
$300
Avg price / sqft
23
Median days on market
Amherst is a small, settled pocket of Winter Springs where the streets are calm, the lots are established, and neighbors know each other by name. It sits comfortably near larger communities like Tuscawilla, Deer Run, and the Highlands, sharing the same tucked-away Seminole County feel while keeping Orlando within reach — downtown is about 23 minutes and MCO roughly 30.
The market here is tight in the most literal sense: there is often just a single home on the market at a time, currently listed at $499,900. Over the past year only three homes have sold, at a median of $439,000, and sellers have been getting 100% of asking on average — so when something you want comes up, be ready to move. Homes go quickly too, with a median of 23 days on market.
Amherst is a community in Winter Springs, Florida.
Quick facts
$499,900 – $500K price range
1,665 sqft median home
$25/mo median HOA
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Amherst
Every active listing inside the Amherst boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Amherst market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$439,000
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
64 days
Median time to sell
Amherst vs Winter Springs
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Amherst boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Amherst is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Amherst home
≈ $3,290/mo
$499,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$25/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
2,411
Median age
39
Median income
$142,917
Median home value
$390,400
Beyond the listings
Living in Amherst
Appearance oriented
Top 1% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Beliefs
Top 3% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Food & Drink
Top 4% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Relationships
Top 6% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Relationships
Top 8% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Attitudes
Top 10% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
On the calendar
Near Amherst
Jul
13
Mon
Diana
Diana: The Musical is a compelling journey into the life of Princess Diana, exploring her struggles with royal expectations, a distant husband, and media scrutiny, all se…
Jul
15
Wed
Hump Day Market and Hangout
5:00 PM
Every other Wednesday, the Wizards host a lively hangout featuring local artists and makers, offering attendees a chance to shop unique creations while enjoying snacks an…
Jul
17
Fri
Blind Bourbon Gauntlet
5:30 PM
Engage in an interactive bourbon tasting experience at the Blind Bourbon Showdown, where attendees get to sip, compare, and vote for their favorite bourbon. This event is…
Jul
18
Sat
Jim Florentine
6:00 PM
Get ready to laugh with Jim Florentine, a multifaceted comedian known for his work on VH1 Classic's That Metal Show, Comedy Central's "Crank Yankers," and his popular pod…
Jul
18
Sat
Summer Creatives Market
10:00 AM
Prepare for a magical celebration at the Summer Creatives Market, filled with amazing vendors, talented crafters, and artisans. This festive summer experience also includ…
Jul
24
Fri
Sanford CartFest
5:00 PM
The Sanford Lifestyle CartFest is an exciting three-day festival that celebrates the unique culture of golf carts in the heart of historic Sanford. Attendees can expect a…
Straight answers
Amherst FAQs
Is Amherst a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established neighborhood in Winter Springs with an easy commute — about 23 minutes to downtown Orlando and 30 to MCO. It sits near well-known communities like Tuscawilla, which gives the area a settled, residential character that appeals to families and commuters alike.
Is Amherst expensive?+
It's a mid-range Winter Springs neighborhood: the current active listing is priced at $499,900, and homes over the past year sold at a median of $439,000. At roughly $300 per square foot, pricing is in line with comparable Seminole County communities like Deer Run.
What do homes cost in Amherst?+
The single active listing sits at $499,900, while the median sold price over the last 12 months was $439,000. With a median home size around 1,665 square feet, that works out to about $300 per square foot.
How is the market in Amherst?+
It's a low-inventory, seller-favored market — just one home is active and only three sold in the past year. Those homes moved in a median of 23 days and closed at 100% of asking on average, so serious buyers should be ready to compete.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
The median HOA here runs about $25 a month, which is light by Central Florida standards. Median property taxes come in around $5,048 a year, in line with what you'd expect elsewhere in Winter Springs.
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