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Enjoy World-Class Real Estate & Amenities In The Wild At Orlando's Alaqua!

The Alaqua Country Club is an exclusive country club and golf community, located in Orlando suburb of Longwood, in Seminole County, Florida. The club lies along the Little Wekiva River, in the middle of a heavily wooded area. Alaqua Country Club has a superb 18-hole golf course, designed by golfing legend Gary Player.

The Legacy Club at Alaqua Lakes has an award-winning Arnold Palmer-signature designed, 18-hole golf course, and is located in an undulating, heavily wooded countryside. It offers breathtaking natural beauty, with excellent real estate, amenities, and service!

Thinking of settling down near Alaqua?

If you want to live near Alaqua, you can consider investing in real estate in Orlando's Longwood, a great Orlando suburb with residential communities that offer boating, golfing, biking, jogging, horseback riding, and more!    

Longwood has a small town atmosphere, and it offers a safe and comfortable life to its residents, even though it is surrounded by a booming metropolitan area. It has brick streets lined with mature live-oak trees, and is well known for its quiet ambience and wonderful weather! 

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Longwood Florida Real Estate Market Facts - Everything You Need To Know!

Longwoods Historic District encompasses roughly 190 acres and has 37 contributing structures. It became part of the National Register of Historic Places in October 1990. The District, the heart and soul of the city, is well hidden near the intersection of State Road 434 and County Road 427.

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The City of Longwood is located in Seminole County, Florida and is 15 miles driving distance North of Orlando. City Hall is at 175 West Warren Avenue Longwood, FL 32750

From the North  I-75, follow that SOUTH then merge onto the FLORIDA TURNPIKE South via EXIT 328 on the LEFT toward ORLANDO (Portions toll). Continue on down until you reach SR-408 TOLL EAST EXIT 265- toward ORLANDO / TITUSVILLE. Follow this to the Downtown area and get on I-4 EAST via EXIT 10A toward TAMPA / DAYTONA BEACH. From here you will go about 13 miles and get off on SR434 via EXIT 94 toward LONGWOOD / WINTER SPRINGS. Take a right off the exit onto SR434 and once you reach RONALD REAGAN BLVD. you are there. If you are on I-95, follow that SOUTH until you reach I-4 EXIT 260B towards ORLANDO. Follow this SOUTH to SR434 via EXIT 94 toward LONGWOOD / WINTER SPRINGS. Take a LEFT off the exit onto SR434 and once you reach RONALD REAGAN BLVD. you are there.

From the South FLORIDA TURNPIKE heading NORTH take that to I-4 EAST via EXIT 259 toward ORLANDO / TAMPA. From here you will go about 17 miles and get off on SR434 via EXIT 94 toward LONGWOOD / WINTER SPRINGS. Take a right off the exit onto SR434 and once you reach RONALD REAGAN BLVD. you are there.

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City Overview

As of 2007, Longwood's population was 13,529 people. Since 2000, it has had a population growth of -1.57 percent.

The median home cost in Longwood is $299,500. Home appreciation the last year has been -4.89 percent.

Compared to the rest of the country, Longwood's cost of living is 2.86% Lower than the U.S. average.

Longwood public schools spend $5,115 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $6,058. There are about 18 students per teacher in Longwood.

The unemployment rate in Longwood is 2.80 percent(U.S. avg. is 4.60%). Recent job growth is Positive. Longwood jobs have Increased by 2.78 percent.

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Longwood FL Market Update - February 2009

About a fifteen-minute drive north of Orlando is the beautiful city of Longwood, Florida. At the heart of this city is its Historic District that covers some 190 acres with 37 notable structures. Longwood is a blend of old and new, preserving the past and carefully planning the future, a mix of housing from convenient condos to luxury homes, and an abundance of recreation for young and old alike.

Real Estate Update for Longwood

This monthly update provides residential real estate listings and sales statistics for Longwood, Florida. While this is an accurate overall snapshot of what's happening in the local housing market, sales trends vary from neighborhood to neighborhood and from budget-priced condo to comfortable single-family home to elegant luxury estate.

Active Listings (Real Estate for Sale):
Property being marketed for sale by a Realtor®, as contracted with the seller.

February 2009:
 • Total active listings: 612
 • Highest listing price: $6,695,000
 • Lowest listing price: $40,000
 • Average listing price: $462,545
 • Average days on the market: 195

January 2009:
 • Total active listings: 598
 • Highest listing price: $6,695,000
 • Lowest listing price: $40,000
 • Average listing price: $457,554
 • Average days on the market: 198

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Christopher Myers | Orlando Property Group at Keller Williams | 407-538-0127 1276 Eastland Pt., Longwood, FL Stunning Decorator 3/2/2 Home w/Over 2000 sf in Longwood Florida near Orlando! 3BR/2BA Single Family House   offered at $225,000 Year Built 1984 Sq Footage 2,071 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 10,890 sqft HOA/Maint $17 per month DESCRIPTION Absolutely IMPECCABLE Longwood Florida home near Orlando! Spacious and well maintained on an oversized, cul-de-sac lot! Located in a quiet subivision of only 26 custom built homes, this charming home has many recent upgrades, including: A/C, range, microwave, dishwasher, carpet, master bathroom shower, sinks & faucets, ceiling fans, exterior paint and new plumbing. The spacious kitchen features dual pantries. You'll love the convenience of the oversized laundry room. The huge family room/game room are perfect for casual gatherings while the fireplace in the formal living room adds ambiance to formal gatherings. This 3 bed, 2 bath charmer really has it all! It's ideal location adds to this gem's overall appeal w/ close proximity to Downtown Orlando, UCF, airports, shopping, dining, entertainment, the beaches, attractions, and more! HURRY today and seize this exciting ownership opportunity...for tomorrow may be too late! 24 Hour Recorded Info: 1-800-705-8441 x1344.   see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES Central A/C Central heat High/Vaulted ceiling Walk-in closet Tile floor Living room Dining room Dishwasher Refrigerator Stove/Oven Microwave Stainless steel appliances Laundry area - inside Balcony, Deck, or Patio Yard ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Seller contact info: Christopher Myers Orlando Property Group at Keller Williams 407-538-0127 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 6, 2008, 8:06am PDT

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If you are wanting to sell your Seminole County or Orlando area home in the next 6 to12 months, now is the time to begin putting your plan into place, while time is still on your side. Please contact us for any real estate assistance you may need.

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