Casselberry, FL is a well-known bedroom community of Orlando. While it has its own name and own zip code, it is definitely part of the Greater Orlando Area. The people who choose Casselberry as a place to live usually move there because they want to be a part of the overall Orlando culture without having to deal with the larger amounts of traffic and crowds that come with living in Orlando proper. In Casselberry, you can easily drive into Orlando to do whatever you need or want to do, and get there in just a few minutes by car. You can then return to your home where the streets are more quiet, less crowded, and more residential in nature. It's the best of both worlds in Central Florida.
If you're considering a move to Casselberry, FL, here are some things you need to know about it while you're looking for housing.
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According to the 2010 census, Casselberry had 26,241 residents. Of these, 23.1 percent of households included children under the age of 18, and 35.8 percent of households were married couples with or without children. Forty-four percent of households were made up of non-family members, indicating the popularity of the town with students at the nearby colleges.
Eighty point one percent of people who live in Casselberry are Caucasian, 22.6 percent are Hispanic, 8 percent are African-American, 2.9 percent are Asian, and the rest are other races. The density of the population is 3,751.9 people per square mile, and the city includes 12,708 units of housing.
The median income for people living in Casselberry is $44,8071 per year per household, and $51,371 per year per family. Around 14.71 percent of the population live below the poverty line. Casselberry has a lower crime rate than average for central Florida, with the vast majority of crimes that take place there being thefts. Other, more violent crimes or larger thefts such as auto thefts are rare.
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Casselberry is a terrific community for students and families alike. The town operates 17 public parks within its borders, so there is always somewhere within a short walk or bike riding distance to go have some outdoor fun. There are three public elementary schools and one middle school in the town limits, as well as two private schools. Public high schools are in nearby, neighboring towns, and are typically only a short drive away, depending on what side of town you live on. School busses from Seminole County come to Casselberry to pick up the high school kids, as well. Shopping, doctor's offices of all specialties, branches of Florida Hospital, dentist offices, and generally anything you could need are either in town or close to it. Because Casselberry is an incorporated town, it also operates its own police and fire departments, and has its own city hall with a mayor and city commission, if you care to make your voice heard in local political matters.
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Casselberry is best known for being a suburban outpost of Orlando. It's also equally close to Winter Park, which is like a mini-Orlando for people with a lot of money. You can get to either Orlando or Winter Park from Casselberry in just a few minutes by car, and it doesn't take much longer to get either place by public bus, either. Because of its easy proximity to these places, Casselberry is known for being close to some cool things, including:
Whole Foods--There is a Whole Foods not more than ten minutes away from any point in Casselberry by car. If you are into healthy eating and enjoy having a place you can go to pick up a fully prepared healthy meal any time you don't want to cook, you will appreciate having a Whole Foods so close. Opened in April of 1997, it is the oldest Whole Foods in the central Florida area. You will find a full selection of organic, vegetarian, gluten-free, raw, and other healthy foods there, as well as a popular deli section where you can buy freshly prepared foods for meals, as well as get a smoothie or some fresh juice made for you right at the counter.
Super Wal-Mart--Those who like a good deal will appreciate the location of a super Wal-Mart right in the heart of Casselberry itself. A cheap bag of groceries, and just about anything else you need for your house, is available right up the road from practically any residential point in town. You could actually ride your bike there from most residential locations.
Rollins College--Less than a mile up the road from Whole Foods is Rollins College, a well-known private university that counts several famous alumni, among them Fred Rogers of "Mister Rogers's Neighborhood" fame. It's a great place to go to school, or to go attend any number of cultural events that are open to the general public there throughout the year.
Central Park--Go up a few more blocks from Rollins College and you will find Central Park, the Orlando area's version of the same-named park of NYC fame. It is several blocks' worth of open green space, with benches, fountains, big trees, and a band pavilion. You will meet plenty of friendly pigeons and squirrels there who are used to being around humans. Bring them some peanuts or bread, and they will be your best friends, and may even let you touch them. All around the park are high end shopping boutiques, salons, and gourmet restaurants. The Winter Park Amtrak station also goes through the middle of the park, giving you an easy place to embark on travel expeditions.
The University of Central Florida--A lot of students at the nearby University of Central Florida choose to live in Casselberry, due to its reasonable housing costs and close proximity to the school. It's a more homey location than the rows of student apartments on University Boulevard, which leads to the main entrance of the school. And, in just a short drive, you can attend classes or any public event that goes on at the university. You'll also be close to all the inexpensive retail and restaurant establishments that are set up near the university to appeal to students on a budget. But no one says non-students can't take advantage of the terrific prices at these places, too.
