Casselberry, Florida
Hibbard Casselberry, visiting from Chicago in the 1920s, bought some “pretty land” as an investment and built a greenhouse there to grow ferns. By 1930, the area was known as Fern Park, and a nearby railroad helped bring in supplies. He later bought more land along the new highway and developed housing nearby.
In 1940, Casselberry was incorporated as a tax-free town with a population of about 100, and Hibbard Casselberry became its first mayor. During World War II, the town produced parachutes and tent liners. Twenty-five years later, in 1965, it was reincorporated as a city and became the second-largest city in Seminole County. Today, it has approximately 28,000 residents.
About The Community
Casselberry has grown from a rural agricultural town into a busy Seminole County city with quiet residential neighborhoods, parks, businesses, and expanding commercial areas. About seven miles from downtown Orlando, it sits in the southern part of Seminole County in Central Florida. Area students are served by Seminole County Public Schools, including Casselberry Elementary and South Seminole School. Private educational options have included The Geneva School and Kenworthy School.
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Casselberry encompasses about 7.5 square miles. Residents enjoy parks and open spaces throughout the city, and at least two dozen lakes add to the area’s scenic character and recreation opportunities. Among the largest are Lake Howell and Lake Kathryn, while the North, South, and Middle Triplet Chain lakes are other notable water bodies in the city. The Central Branch of the Seminole County Public Library, along with various Seminole County offices, is also located in Casselberry.
Casselberry offers a wide mix of dining options, with cuisines ranging from American, Mexican, Chinese, Greek, Italian, and German to Cuban and other local favorites. Shopping includes both major chain stores and smaller specialty and grocery stores along the city’s commercial corridors.
Senior citizens, families, and single people have made Casselberry their home, and housing options range from single-family homes and condominiums to townhouses, apartments, duplexes, and waterfront properties. City Hall and the Art House showcase local talent along with works by visiting and international artists. The Parks and Recreation Department offers programs for many ages and interests, which may include aquatics, athletics, yoga, dance, martial arts, and seasonal activities throughout the year.
