Explore Altamonte Springs, Florida, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Altamonte Springs |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Seminole County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 28.661022 |
| Longitude | -81.394681 |
| Population | 46,231 |
| Density | 1963.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 32701, 32714, 32715, 32716 |
| Area Code | 904 |
| County Seat | Sanford |
| School District | Seminole County School District |
Altamonte Springs occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of subtropical humidity and the shifting, golden light that settles over the palmetto scrub at dusk. It lies 2.3 miles north of Maitland, FL (from Maitland, FL: bearing 356°T), and is situated 8.5 miles north of Orlando. The terrain here remains grounded by the presence of Lake Marion, a solitary basin that anchors the local topography just a mile away. To the west, the Little Wekiva River carves a path through the earth, feeding the moisture that sustains the dense, tangled undergrowth of the region. Druid Isle emerges from the nearby water like a silent fragment of forgotten land, while the grounds of Hermit'S Trail Park provide a sanctuary where the air feels heavy with the scent of pine and damp soil. Even at a distance of six miles, the influence of Soldier Creek Cove reaches toward the horizon, suggesting the vast, salt-brined potential of the open coast.
Altamonte Springs traces its history back to the era of citrus groves, when the promise of fertile soil and abundant sunshine drew settlers to cultivate the land. The economy has since evolved from those quiet agricultural roots into a diverse center of commerce, retail, and professional services that sustain the pulse of daily life. Modern businesses and office corridors now stand where fruit trees once swayed, reflecting a steady transition toward a service-oriented industrial base. The local workforce benefits from a strategic position that balances the demands of growth with the preservation of its remaining natural character. Residents often observe that the rhythm of the workweek is tempered by the lingering heat, which seems to slow the urgency of trade during the humid mid-afternoon hours.
Altamonte Springs maintains a distinct cultural character that mirrors the blend of northern influences and southern traditions found throughout this subtropical corridor. The sense of community is often gathered around local landmarks, where the architecture reflects a practical, mid-century aesthetic designed to withstand the intensity of the sun. Public gatherings and seasonal events frequently draw people into the open air of Hermit'S Trail Park, creating a social fabric that values shared space and the simple comfort of a temperate evening. While the area avoids the clamor of major tourist centers, it has been home to individuals such as the actor Wesley Snipes, who spent formative years within this landscape. Life here moves with a measured pace, defined by the way the light fades across the water and the persistent, humid breath of the Florida sky.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Altamonte Springs, Florida. Coordinates: 28.661022, -81.394681. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Altamonte Springs includes the ZIP code (32701, 32714, 32715), telephone area code (904), county seat of Seminole County (Sanford), and school district assignment (Seminole County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |