Neighborhood · Longwood, Florida
Alaqua
Guard-gated estate living in the Markham Woods corridor
2
Homes for sale
$2,449,000
Median list price
$414
Avg price / sqft
84
Median days on market
Alaqua is a gated enclave along the Markham Woods corridor in Longwood, where estate-scale homes sit on generous, wooded lots in one of Seminole County's most private addresses. Median home size here runs around 5,660 square feet, and the neighborhood keeps company with well-known Longwood homes for sale in communities like Sweetwater Oaks and Sweetwater Club. It's a place for buyers who want space, seclusion, and a short reach to the rest of Central Florida — downtown Orlando is about 34 minutes away.
The market at this tier is thin and deliberate. There are just 2 active listings right now, with a median list price of $2,449,000 spanning $1,399,000 to $3,499,000, and homes tend to take their time — median days on market sits at 84. Over the past year only 2 homes sold, at a median of $1,420,000, with sellers collecting about 96% of asking, so patience and precise pricing both matter here more than in The Springs or other faster-moving nearby pockets.
Alaqua is a community in Longwood, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,399,000 – $3.5M price range
5,660 sqft median home
$347/mo median HOA
2 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Alaqua
$3,499,000$3,700,000
3147 TALA LOOP, LONGWOOD
7 bd · 8 ba · 7,313 sqft
$1,399,000
1856 ALAQUA DRIVE, LONGWOOD
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,007 sqft
Every active listing inside the Alaqua boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Alaqua market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$1,420,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
50 days
Median time to sell
Alaqua vs Longwood
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 17.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Alaqua boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Alaqua is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Alaqua home
≈ $14,381/mo
$2,449,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$347/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,148
Median age
45
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,043,793
Beyond the listings
Living in Alaqua
Appearance oriented
Top 25% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Lifestyles
Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Active
Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
Relationships
Happily Ever After
Whether it's the stress of wedding planning or looking back on that special day, this population has their eyes and hearts focused on lifelong commitment.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Straight answers
Alaqua FAQs
Is Alaqua a good place to live?+
It's one of Longwood's most private, estate-oriented neighborhoods, gated and assigned to schools including Markham Woods Middle, Lake Mary High, and Heathrow or Woodlands Elementary. Buyers here trade a slower, quieter pace for large lots and quick access to downtown Orlando, about 34 minutes away. If you want the same feel with more inventory, nearby Sweetwater Club is worth a look.
Is Alaqua expensive?+
Yes — it sits in Longwood's top tier, with a median list price of $2,449,000 and both active homes priced above $1 million. The current range runs from $1,399,000 to $3,499,000, so entry is high even at the lower end. This is a luxury enclave, not a starter-home market.
What do homes cost in Alaqua?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $2,449,000 and average about $414 per square foot on a median home size near 5,660 square feet. Over the last 12 months, the 2 homes that sold closed at a median of $1,420,000. The gap between list and sold prices reflects how negotiable these large estates can be.
How is the Alaqua market right now?+
It's a low-volume, deliberate market — just 2 active listings and 2 sales in the past year. Homes take a median of 84 days to sell, and sellers get about 96% of asking on average. With so few transactions, pricing and timing carry more weight here than in busier Longwood neighborhoods like Sweetwater Oaks.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $347 per month, which supports the gated community's private infrastructure. Property taxes have a median of roughly $11,048 per year, in line with the neighborhood's estate valuations. Budget for both when comparing Alaqua to other luxury pockets in the area.
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