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Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
5.26 acresLot Size
$221Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by David Warren• CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY ORLANDO
Est. $4,797 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1498 Markham Woods Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O6399260
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$1,700,000
$221/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 30, 2026
Price Changed
$1,799,000
$234/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$1,750,000
$228/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Price Changed
$1,728,000
$225/sq ft
May 7, 2026
Price Changed
$1,799,000
$234/sq ft
Apr 19, 2026
Listed
$1,870,000
$244/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #J905644
Jul 11, 2019
Sold
$870,000
$113/sq ft
Jul 11, 2019
Listed
$870,000
$113/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5752178
Mar 6, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5733979
Dec 1, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5552356
Aug 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5552219
Aug 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O5449785
Nov 30, 2016
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #S4803702
May 11, 2015
Listing Removed
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Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #O4670970
May 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Apr 14, 2003
Sold
$950,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 2002
Sold
$700,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1981
Sold
$95,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$293
2023
$293 (+1.7%)
2022
$288 (−97.7%)
2021
$12,774 (+7.8%)
2020
$11,852 (−3.3%)
$325,650 + $583,863
$909,513
2019
$12,258 (+2.9%)
$250,500 + $585,302
$835,802
2018
$11,909 (−3.3%)
$250,500 + $601,552
$852,052
2017
$12,310 (+2.0%)
$210,420 + $618,577
$828,997
2015
$12,071 (+2.9%)
$210,420 + $593,226
$803,646
2014
$11,734 (+1.6%)
2013
$11,545 (+14.2%)
2012
$10,108
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
8
Baths
8.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.26 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
7,575
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Seminole County
APN
262029300017D0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.
RC-1
Country Homes District
This district comprises certain land, water, and structures having a light density of development; it is single-family residential in character and has open space where similar development is expected to occur. Sites are so planned that the greatest utilization of the land may be made for country living without many of the undesirable features of a purely agriculture district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational/school
Feb 28, 2024 • Final
Ez plumbing - residential
Plumbing
Jun 8, 2021 • Final
Gas - residential
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Total Acreage: 5 to less than 10
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, In County, Landscaped, Level, Oversized Lot, Paved, Zoned for Horses
Lot Size Acres: 5.26
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Size Square Meters: 21286
Zoning Compatible YN: 1
Other Exemptions YN: 1
Building Information
MFR_BuildingAreaTotalSrchSqM: 768.49
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2026
Lease / Rent Details
Lease Restrictions YN: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Propane, Sprinkler Well, Water Connected
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Unit Number YN: 0
Furnished: Negotiable
HOA Information
MFR_Association2YN: 0
Association Fee Requirement: None
Association Approval Required Y/N: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Woodlands Elementary
Middle Or Junior High School: Markham Woods Middle
High School: Lake Mary High
Location Information
Directions: Driving Directions: I-4 to SR 434 and head West. Turn right on to Markham Woods Rd and head North. Property is located just past the intersection of Markham Woods Rd and EE Williamson on your left. There are two gated entrances.
Public facts
Beds: 8
Baths: 8.5
Sq. Ft.: 7,575
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1991
County: Seminole County
APN: 262029300017D0000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Longwood, FL • 32779
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Longwood. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.72M – $2.08M
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