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Longwood has always had a rich cultural and economic background. Local tribes used to cross it in order to trade at Spring Hammock. Later, tribes from different parts of the Southeast would flee to Florida and settle in what would now be known as Seminole County.
In the late 19th century, settlers began arriving at the Longwood area and eventually nurtured a thriving commercial community. The town’s growth was cut short by the Great Depression, but it was eventually incorporated nearly a decade later – with only a population of 402 people. Investments would later spur the growth of Central Florida, transforming Longwood into a residential community over 15,000 people.
With attractions all around, Longwood is certainly a good place to start living the good life in the deep south.
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Searching for the right home in Longwood? You can start your search in these communities.
Alaqua is one of Central Florida’s most prestigious gated, private country club communities located off Markham Woods Road in Longwood. Centered around Gary Player’s signature golf course design, the community has a total of 215 minimum one-acre lots with features such as 24-hour manned security, a lounge, and a tennis facility. Home prices range from $500,000 to over $3,000,000.
Alaqua Lakes is a premier subdivision developed by Taylor Woodrow. The community is located off Markham Woods Road at the end of Lake Mary Blvd. Amenities in this luxury community include a unique seven-acre community park with an open-air Pavilion for community or private gatherings or a simple family picnic. There is also a resort-style swimming pool and lush landscaping that adds to the tropical feel of the place.
Located off Markham Woods Road between SR 434 and Lake Mary Blvd. in Longwood, Wingfield Reserve is a 183-home subdivision. Home prices can range from $400,000 to over $900,000. The lots can span a minimum of one acre and are nicely wooded with magnificent oaks and pines.
Springs Landing was built in the 1980s and has amenities that include a community pool, tennis courts, a playground and a recreation building. Homes range from mid $200’s to the low $500’s. There is also an estate portion featuring custom-built homes, with larger lots that could range from $500,000 to over $1.7 million.
Hiking. Longwood offers many an opportunity to set out on foot and discover the history behind each landmark along the way. Rock Springs Run State Reserve has sand pine scrubs and flatwood, swamps, and miles of pristine shoreline makes this reserve a refuge of natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy walking or cycling 17 miles of trails to relish the natural sights. Guided trail rides and horse rentals are also available for those who want to make their adventures extra memorable.
https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/rock-springs-run-state-reserve
Camping. Primitive campsites on Rock Springs Run are accessible by canoe only and equestrian camping facilities are also available. Campsites can be reserved by calling the Wekiwa Springs State Park.
https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/wekiwa-springs-state-park
Hunting. On select weekends from September through January, hunting is permitted within designated areas of the Rock Springs Run Reserve. These are co-managed with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Climbing. The Aiguille Rock Climbing Center was opened on December 6, 1997. As indoor rock-climbing has become increasingly popular over the years, the center has added extra amenities for residents that want to take up the sport more seriously.
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