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Longwood, FL Homes for Sale

Longwood, FL

Although Longwood wasnt incorporated as a city until 1923, the town has a long history in central Florida. Settlers first came to the area in the late 1800's, and established a rural farming community. As the citrus industry moved elsewhere, Longwood rode the wave of development from Disney World and the budding United States space program to become a quiet suburban community that retained the best of its rural roots. Local attractions include Soldier Park on the shores of Lake Jesup and Wekiwa Springs State Park.

Longwood, Florida Real Estate Market

The golf course community of Alaqua is a haven for the home buyer looking for the best things in life. Homes for sale in Alaqua are master planned luxury estates that border a championship course regularly used by top players of in the PGA. Real estate listings for Alaqua shows homes starting in the $500's and trending up.

Sweetwater Oaks, like many of the communities around Longwood, has a variety of homes for sale that will fit the needs of a wide range of buyers. Smaller single family homes can be found in the listings for under $300,000. At the top end of the market, luxury buyers can move into multimillion dollar estate homes.

Buyers looking for a gated residential community in Longwood should turn their attention to Wingfield North. A smaller development with just over a hundred luxury homes, Wingfield North offers the best of the best to residents. Many of the properties in Wingfield North include an acre or more of land, which his perfect for buyers who like a little elbow room. Tennis courts, spas and beautiful landscaping are also all part of the package, with homes for sale in Wingfield North listing around the million mark.

Longwood Community Schools

Longwood's schools are fairly well-respected within the greater Orlando metro, achieving impressive scores in state exams. A couple of standout schools at the elementary level include Sabal Point, Wekiva and Woodlands. For middle school students, the Rock Lake Middle School is a good choice among public schools. Private schools include Milwee Middle and Wekira Christian School. Choices for high school students include Lyman High School and Pace Brantley Hall School.

Business in Longwood, Florida

Some of the players in the Longwood economy are EO Systems, an aerospace defense contractor that manufactures military electronics, aircraft harnesses and satellite equipment, the city of Longwood government and Bank of America.

Longwood Real Estate Agents

Make yourself right at home with the services of a Longwood REALTOR. A local real estate agent has the best understanding of the ins and outs of the market, and is an invaluable resource for any home buyer.