Longwood, FL
Big oak trees, big lots, and a real historic downtown. Longwood gives you Seminole County schools and space to breathe, usually for less than the newer suburbs next door.
Median Home Price
Seminole County Schools
Avg. Days on Market
to Downtown Orlando
Why Buyers Love Longwood
Longwood is one of those places buyers fall for the moment they drive through it. The tree canopy is mature, the lots are generous, and a lot of the neighborhoods were built before builders started squeezing homes together. If you want a yard, a driveway, and room between you and your neighbor, this is the part of Seminole County to look at.
The housing mix is wide open. Sweetwater Oaks and Wekiva Hunt Club bring shaded, established streets with community pools and tennis. The Markham Woods corridor holds larger estate properties on acreage. Closer to SR 434 you will find updated ranch homes and townhomes that work well for first-time buyers who still want a Seminole County address.
Add in a walkable historic district, a SunRail station, and quick access to I-4 and SR 417, and you get a market that stays steady through the ups and downs. Buyers who get priced out of Lake Mary or Winter Springs very often end up happy in Longwood.
Quick Facts
Top Schools
Served by Seminole County Public Schools, including Lake Brantley and Lyman High zones plus several well-regarded elementary and private options.
Location
West-central Seminole County along SR 434. Minutes to I-4 and SR 417, with a SunRail station downtown. About 25 min to Downtown Orlando.
Housing Types
Established single-family homes on large lots, Markham Woods estate properties, updated ranch homes, and a smaller supply of townhomes.
Trees & Trails
Big Tree Park, Reiter Park, and direct access to the Seminole Wekiva Trail and Cross Seminole Trail for running, biking, and weekends outside.
Longwood, FL
Longwood city boundaries
What It's Actually Like to Live Here
Seminole County Schools
One of Florida's strongest districts, and a big reason families keep choosing Longwood over comparable homes one county line away.
Room to Spread Out
Quarter-acre lots are common and estate acreage exists along Markham Woods. You get yard space that newer communities simply do not offer.
Historic Downtown
The Longwood Historic District has local shops, the Bradlee-McIntyre House, and community events at Reiter Park all year long.
Wekiva Outdoors
Springs, state park trails, and paddling on the Wekiva River sit right at the edge of town for anyone who likes being outside.
SunRail & Easy Commutes
A SunRail station downtown plus quick I-4 and SR 417 access makes Orlando, Maitland, and Altamonte simple to reach.
Community Amenities
Neighborhoods like Sweetwater Oaks and Wekiva Hunt Club come with pools, tennis, playgrounds, and lake access at reasonable HOA dues.
Longwood Real Estate Today
Median sale price across the Longwood market
Average days on market, with updated homes moving faster
Market conditions, with real negotiating room for prepared buyers
Market data sourced from Redfin, Homes.com, and MLS records. Updated 2025-2026. Pricing varies widely by ZIP: 32750 near downtown runs lower, while 32779 near Wekiva and Markham Woods runs well above the citywide median. Contact Santiago for a personalized analysis of any specific property.
Thinking About Buying in Longwood?
Longwood rewards buyers who know which streets and which ZIP codes to target. Let's talk about what you're looking for and find the right fit, no pressure, just an honest conversation.