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Should I buy a home behind a train track?

Claudia — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 21:50:09 +0000

When it comes to buying a home you are often faced with difficult decisions. One of our Sanford buyers is currently wondering: should I buy a home behind a train track?

It truly is a tricky question: most people will stay away from even looking at a home that has a train virtually running through their backyard.

When you talk to home owners though they almost always assure you that it is not an issue at all and that they don’t even hear the train anymore. And I believe that! I think you can get used to any type of “noise” and specially when it comes to trains, first of all, they don’t run permanently but rather just 4-5 times a day (and keep in mind I am talking strictly about the current situation in the Orlando area here!), and second, most homes these days are very well isolated to block most of the noise (when inside).

I know several people who live/have lived behind train tracks and have never complained about it. In fact, I have sat in their backyards when the train ran by and it really wasn’t as loud as I would have thought. Important though is of course to not be in area where the train whistle blows – like at the train station downtown Winter Park

Questions for our Orlando buyers though should always be: will the SunRail change the current train track usage? And if so, will the home I am buying just be behind the train tracks or will I at least be within a short walking distance from the next station (this could be a pro!)?

Keep in mind though that, as mentioned above, when it comes to selling your home, most buyers will skip homes behind train tracks altogether. That means selling or even renting your home will be a challenge, because even if the buyers are well aware of the fact that the train isn’t as annoying as they claim it would be, they would never admit it – just as you wouldn’t if you were on the buying end. So basically calculate a price cut of 20%, sometimes even more depending on the closeness of the tracks.

Also, if you are an investor, looking to rent the home, you will have to deal with a lot of rejection before finding the right buyer. They will almost always ask for a rent reduction as well. As owner at least you will just once have to deal with the rejection and that is when you are selling your home. If you are prepared though and not in a rush to sell, it should be alright.

PROs:

20%+ reduction on the purchase price – great for you as buyer
Privacy: train tracks are typically blocked off by hedges and fences so you’ll have added privacy.
You might be within walking distance of a station (in Orlando this could (!) be the new SunRail

CONs:

With so many options out here in the Orlando area (we still have lots of space!), why would a buyer choose a home behind the train tracks (unless it was a hot seller’s market). Keep in mind that we don’t live in New York or Chicago, cities with limited space and lots of train tracks (that are actually useful, i.e. they transport people!).
20%+ reduction on the purchase price – bad for you as seller

Bottom line is: If you are planning on living in the home and don’t mind a little higher noise level and are looking to save some money on the purchase price, a home behind the train tracks could be for you.

Here are some communities that are close to train tracks in the Sanford/Lake Mary. Some of these communities are either located across train tracks or have train tracks running behind some homes of the community:

Sun Oaks, Lake Mary
Egrets Landing, Lake Mary
The Cove, Lake Mary
Preserve at Lake Monroe, Sanford
Riverview Townhomes, Sanford

Eagle Creek – Lake Nona

Claudia — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 16:32:23 +0000

One of Orlando’s hottest and fastest growing areas is without a doubt Lake Nona! Eagle Creek is one of Lake Nona’s most beautiful new neighborhoods. This desirable new guard gated golf community, designed by world-renowned golf course architects and built in harmony with nature, offers you the luxurious Florida lifestyle you deserve: a resort style community pool and club house, tennis courts, and lots of recreational parks, jogging, biking and even equestrian trails.

The impressive stone bridge at the community entrance and the New England Manor style clubhouse exude pure luxury! The Eagle Creek Village Center will be only a short walk or bike ride away from all neighborhoods within Eagle Creek and offer residents shopping, dining and a place to mingle and meet.

We just listed a beautiful home in Eagle Creek so here is your chance to live in one of Lake Nona’s most desirable new home communities, located within walking distance from top rated Lake Nona High School and Middle School and with close access to 417, 528 and I-4. The International Airport is only a short drive away.

Needless to say, Lake Nona is booming! “Medical City” has made Lake Nona one of Orlando’s fastest growing areas with more than 50,000 jobs being created within the next months alone! What better place to buy in Orlando?

Here’s a bit more info about our listing – contact us anytime if you would like to see this home or any other home in Lake Nona!

13150 Hatherton Cirlce, Orlando, FL 32832
$259,000 – 4/2.5/2 – 2,905 square feet – built in 2006

Starting with its outstanding curb appeal as you pull up in the pavered driveway, this like new 2-story home will impress you from the very first moment. As you enter the home you will step into the formal living and dining room. Throughout the first floor the tile has been upgraded with beautiful ornaments.

The kitchen featuring 42 inch cabinets and stainless steel appliances overlooks the spacious family room. This floor plan is perfect for entertaining as you can open the double sliding doors to extend your family room into the outside. The covered porch is the perfect starting point for a large screened in pool deck in the future.

The staircase next to the kitchen leads to all bedrooms upstairs. As you enter through French doors, the huge master suite greets you with beautiful wood floors and a special large seating area, great also as nursery. Attached to the owner’s retreat is the luxurious Master bath with his and her closets, his and her marble vanities, a large garden tub and glass enclosed shower stall.

You will find 3 good-sized bedrooms, one of them upgraded with wood floors, and a large second bath with a marble double sink vanity upstairs.

Similar Homes for Sale in Lake Nona:

Showing properties 1 - 14 of 14. See more 32832 - Lake Nona.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$324,900 : 10343 Sandy Marsh Ln, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,302 sq ft

Lot size: 6,120 sqft
$255,000 : 13327 Sproston Pt, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,834 sq ft

Lot size: 9,450 sqft
$293,500 : 10237 Chorlton Cir, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,313 sq ft

Lot size: 10,249 sqft
$297,500 : 8447 Prestbury Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,177 sq ft

Lot size: 7,313 sqft
$331,900 : 9924 Osprey Landing Dr, Orlando

5 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,026 sq ft

Lot size: 8,438 sqft
$259,900 : 9869 Heron Pointe Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,920 sq ft

Lot size: 11,553 sqft
$275,000 : 10218 Chorlton Cir, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,313 sq ft

Lot size: 9,153 sqft
$349,900 : 14419 Nell Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,036 sq ft

Lot size: 1.29 ac
$284,000 : 10361 Sandy Marsh Ln, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,816 sq ft

Lot size: 7,477 sqft
$259,900 : 10203 Kristen Park Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,352 sq ft

Lot size: 10,236 sqft
$305,000 : MLS # L4635362 in Orlando

5 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,268 sq ft

Lot size: 8,400 sqft
$268,445 : 10438 Belfry Cir, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,102 sq ft

Lot size: 3,998 sqft
$240,000 : 12721 Moss Park Ridge Dr, Orlando

5 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,455 sq ft

Lot size: 7,912 sqft
$240,000 : 13842 Budworth Cir, Orlando

5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,856 sq ft

Lot size: 7,989 sqft

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Homes for Sale in Lake Forest Sanford – A Home with Great Privacy

Claudia — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:51:46 +0000

Lake Forest is without a doubt one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Seminole County! No wonder, with amenities like a lakefront Junior Olympic size pool, 6 lighted tennis courts, a beach area, dock with canoeing on the springfed lake, playgrounds and a park. The gorgeous club house with fitness center offers residents a place to gather every week for social activities.

Walk or ride your bike through the tree lined streets of Lake Forest and you would not imagine how close you are to one of the most vibrant areas of Seminole county: you will not only find a neighborhood Publix within walking distance but you are only a few minutes away from access to I-4 and 417. The famous business corridor of Lake Mary, also known as International Parkway starts right outside of Lake Forest. Top rated schools are all within reach and the Seminole Town Center Mall and Colonial Town Park with lots of entertainment and world class dining options are just around the corner.

Moreover you are within a short drive of the Sanford Marina and historic downtown Sanford that has impressed visitors from all over the country with its historic charme. Visit the Farmer’s Market, one of the many community events, or one of the popular restaurants. Stop by one of the unique and quaint bars for a glass of wine or just go for a romantic walk along the Riverwalk. The options are endless!

More Neighborhood Info on Lake Forest, Sanford

Here is one of our latest listings in Lake Forest, Sanford:

Not a short sale or a foreclosure, just a great opportunity! This lovely home will wow you with a unique, very functional open split floor plan and great privacy provided not only by the quiet cul-de-sac location but also the backyard conservation view of this oversized lot.

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As you step into this lovely, meticulously maintained and recently painted home you will immediately notice the wonderful open layout of the formal dining and living room. French doors lead out to the patio and backyard.

The spacious kitchen, featuring elegant granite counters and large tile, overlooks the large family room. From here a second set of beautiful French doors let you access the large screened and covered porch.

This home offers plenty of space for you to grow. 5 full bedrooms, a den featuring wood floors and a very nice bonus room. The good size master bedroom is downstairs. Its luxurious bath offers you a garden tub, separate glass enclosed, tiled shower and two marble vanities.

The 2nd floor offers the bonus room and the 5th bedroom w/ its own bathroom.

If all the storage space inside the home is not enough, there is also a 3 car garage.

Step outside into your private backyard oasis: The huge covered and screened porch offers a perfect space for weekend get-togethers or quiet evenings alone. With a magnificent view of the huge backyard and conservation you will be able to truly relax. When you are ready build the pool of your dreams! Until then simply keep using the Lake Forest community pool w/ its stunning lake views.

This meticulously maintained home has been recently painted inside and is ready to move in today! All appliances are included for your convenience.

Not a home for you? Check out one of the other current listings in this award winning community:

Showing properties 1 - 15 of 15. See more Lake Forest.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$489,000 : 716 Ashgrove Ter, Sanford

4 beds, 4 full baths

Home size: 3,406 sq ft

Lot size: 16,281 sqft

Year built: 1999

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 22
$419,000 : 5229 Forest Edge Ct, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,185 sq ft

Lot size: 15,723 sqft

Year built: 2001

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 34
$879,000 : 506 Fawn Hill Pl, Sanford

5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths

Home size: 5,407 sq ft

Lot size: 20,450 sqft

Year built: 1996

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 68
$479,000 : 4829 Shoreline Cir, Sanford (lake Forest)

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,929 sq ft

Lot size: 16,014 sqft

Year built: 1990

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 86
$349,900 : 737 Broadoak Loop, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,757 sq ft

Lot size: 12,466 sqft

Year built: 2002

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 90
$399,000 : 4963 Fawn Ridge Pl, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,683 sq ft

Lot size: 12,073 sqft

Year built: 2003

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 96
$525,000 : MLS # O5078169 in Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,007 sq ft

Lot size: 16,187 sqft

Year built: 1990

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 155
$899,000 : 796 Wetstone Pl, Sanford

5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,828 sq ft

Lot size: 20,608 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 159
$874,900 : 500 Fawn Hill Pl, Sanford

5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 4,899 sq ft

Lot size: 32,757 sqft

Year built: 1997

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 166
$799,000 : 5319 Vista Club Run, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,600 sq ft

Lot size: 18,535 sqft

Year built: 2011

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 189
$999,000 : 5062 Shoreline Cir, Sanford

5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 4,828 sq ft

Lot size: 39,204 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 201
$364,900 : 683 Treeline Pl, Sanford

5 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 3,089 sq ft

Lot size: 17,881 sqft

Year built: 1991

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 289
$427,900 : 4931 Shoreline Cir, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,860 sq ft

Lot size: 15,538 sqft

Year built: 1999

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 377
$699,900 : MLS # O4985902 in Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,783 sq ft

Lot size: 22,450 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 719
$1,149,000 : 4995 Maple Glen Pl, Sanford

5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 5,650 sq ft

Year built: 2007

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 1,492

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

New Listing in Astor Farms Sanford

Claudia — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:05:27 +0000

If you have been looking to move into Astor Farms, a highly desirable gated neighborhood in West Sanford, here’s your chance: this new listing is not a short sale or bank owned home so is available immediately.

This stunning pool home sits on an oversized magnificent conservation lot. The outstanding curb appeal with 3 car garage and long paver driveway and an elegantly upgraded interior with high ceilings, plantation shutters throughout and beautiful ceramic tile floors is sure to impress everyone.

The gorgeous new double entry front door leads to the spacious formal living and dining room. This home features recent updates worth more than $30,000 – and it shows! Expect model home quality with fresh paint inside and outside as well as brand new carpets.

Further upgrades include stainless steel appliances, low maintenance corian countertops, 42″ wood cabinets and a beautiful backsplash in the kitchen. The large kitchen with lots of (slide out) cabinet space overlooks the spacious family room that opens to the pool area.

The pool and spa invite you to spend your days outside almost year round. The large screened patio, which can also be accessed through the French doors from the formal living room or the Master suite, is summer kitchen ready and still offers plenty of space for a covered outdoor living area and open sun bathing spots throughout. You will cherish this private backyard oasis with screened patio not only after a long day at work but also on a relaxing weekend. The covered patio is ideal for entertaining on warm Florida nights.

The master suite with spacious his and her California walk in closets boasts cathedral ceilings. The luxurious master bath has two separate vanities, a garden tub, and a glass enclosed completely tiled walk-in shower.

What makes the floor plan of this home so special are the many different living areas, serviced by 4 different AC zones, each with its own thermostat. This will not only make things more convenient but also save you lots of energy costs.

Besides the Master, study, formal dining and living and family rooms, you will find a bedroom with adjacent pool bath at one end of the home. This room would make a great mother in law suite or guest room. Then there are 2 well-sized bedrooms across from the master suite and study with French doors.

A highlight of the home is also the huge versatile upstairs bonus room with an amazing view. Make it your media room, office, or game/play room.

This home offers so much convenience, yet so much elegance! Living in Astor Farms will put you within close proximity of all the highlights the Sanford/Lake Mary area has to offer: the Seminole Town Center mall with outstanding shopping and dining is just around the corner and you are just a short drive away from popular entertainment and dining at Colonial Town Park. The Seminole Wekiva bike trail is also in reach within minutes and you can easily visit the Central Florida Zoo, beautiful Sanford Riverwalk and splash pad by Lake Monroe. Historic downtown Sanford with its quaint galleries and antique stores as well as dining and entertainment will surely also become one of your favorite spots.

For more information about this dream home or to schedule a private showing please contact Jose Rodriguez with Charles Rutenberg Realty today at 407-340-6458!

Homes for Sale in Astor Farms Sanford

Showing properties 1 - 4 of 4. See more Astor Farms.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$194,900 : 1674 Swallowtail Ln, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,278 sq ft

Lot size: 7,187 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$255,000 : 1668 Astor Farms Pl, Sanford

3 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,376 sq ft

Lot size: 9,856 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 3
$329,000 : 5084 Hawks Hammock Way, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,756 sq ft

Lot size: 31,561 sqft

Year built: 2004

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 93
$360,900 : 1695 Swallowtail Ln, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,268 sq ft

Lot size: 7,396 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 132

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Church Street Orlando

Claudia — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 16:16:14 +0000

This post is part of our “Mel’s Favorite Neighborhoods” series. Having lived in Central Florida for over 13 years, Melanie got to explore many of Orlando’s most popular areas. Mel is the perfect match for RealEstateWall.com as she can give our readers valuable insight into how it really is to live in a particular neighborhood here in Orlando.

Follow Melanie as she explores Orlando’s most popular neighborhoods. Click here to learn more about Melanie Teel or read more articles written by Melanie.

As part of the Orlando Main Street series, I will cover the details of the districts which are part of the Main Street neighborhoods, all of them rich with history and vibrant with unique culture.

Church Street is located in the heart of downtown Orlando and has remained an entertainment hot spot for decades, dating back to the 70’s when it was a popular tourist attraction.

The Church Street District runs along Church Street between S. Orange Ave and S. Division Ave. This District is working to promote the eclectic mix of historical charm (i.e. Ceviche and MoJo Bar & Grill, both originally part of the Church Street “depot”) and pulsating new energy (i.e. One80 Greygoose Lounge and Club 23) to re-attract both leisure and convention tourism into the heart of downtown Orlando.

Reportedly, the 1970s and 80s brought about more tourism business to downtown Orlando than it has ever seen. Church Street was viewed as an attraction where both locals and tourists would pay an admission charge, which encouraged a certain ease in bouncing from one establishment to another, now known as “club-hopping.” With the development of Downtown Disney and Universal Citywalk, much of the downtown tourism business was redirected back to the theme park side of Orlando.

Part of the Main Street Approach™ for the Church Street District is to utilize the combined talents and energy of the local businesses, residences and commercial members to revitalize the luster that was once historical Church Street.

If you’re interested in participating in the Church Street District Main Street program, visit their website at http://www.churchstreetdistrict.com/index.html for ways to get involved, updated news and various Main Street events taking place.

Homes for Sale close to Church Street (Downtown Orlando Listings):

Showing properties 1 - 20 of 43. See more Downtown Orlando ALL.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$239,000 : 155 S Court Ave # 1402, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,261 sq ft

Lot size: 3,668 sqft

Year built: 2007

Days on market: 2
$110,000 : 911 N Orange Ave # 324, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,053 sq ft

Lot size: 1.35 ac

Year built: 2002

Days on market: 5
$315,000 : 155 S Court Ave # 1516, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,212 sq ft

Lot size: 3,668 sqft

Year built: 2007

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 6
$205,000 : 322 E Central Blvd # 1113, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,157 sq ft

Lot size: 28,480 sqft

Year built: 2001

Days on market: 7
$315,000 : 408 E Anderson St, Orlando

3 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 1,680 sq ft

Lot size: 4,520 sqft

Year built: 1920

Days on market: 15
$389,900 : 150 E Robinson St # 401, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,541 sq ft

Lot size: 1.31 ac

Year built: 2007

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 25
$1,700,000 : 100 Eola # Ph219, Orando

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 4,244 sq ft

Lot size: 4,244 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 29
$325,000 : 150 E Robinson St # 2810, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,138 sq ft

Year built: 2007

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 30
$365,000 : 29 S Lawsona Blvd, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,052 sq ft

Lot size: 5,858 sqft

Year built: 1925

Days on market: 41
$115,000 : 206 E South St # 1007, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,085 sq ft

Lot size: 2.16 ac

Year built: 2002

Days on market: 42
$169,900 : 530 E Central Blvd # 803, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,338 sq ft

Lot size: 13,663 sqft

Year built: 1985

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 42
$159,900 : 305 Mc Jordan Ave, Orlando

4 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,460 sq ft

Lot size: 7,411 sqft

Year built: 1954

Days on market: 42
$329,000 : 405 Ruth Ln # R-3, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,860 sq ft

Lot size: 2,895 sqft

Year built: 2001

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 43
$185,000 : 1511 Lawsona Ct, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,459 sq ft

Lot size: 7,200 sqft

Year built: 1952

Days on market: 44
$450,000 : 1 S Eola Dr # 2, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,534 sq ft

Lot size: 17,436 sqft

Year built: 2005

Days on market: 46
$670,000 : 602 Lake Ave, Orlando

5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,011 sq ft

Lot size: 12,129 sqft

Year built: 1936

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 48
$249,000 : 860 N Orange Ave # 423, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,070 sq ft

Lot size: 2.01 ac

Year built: 2000

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 48
$419,000 : 15 N Hyer Ave, Orlando

3 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,000 sq ft

Lot size: 4,570 sqft

Year built: 1996

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 56
$339,900 : 150 E Robinson St # 2007, Orlando

2 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,132 sq ft

Lot size: 1.31 ac

Year built: 2007

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 65
$549,000 : 325 Agnes St, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,050 sq ft

Lot size: 9,598 sqft

Year built: 1926

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 69

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Finding a Home for College – UCF and Valencia Homes for Sale

Claudia — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:52:26 +0000

Are you or your child getting ready to attend college in Orlando? Congratulations! You have made an excellent choice – now be sure to also make a great choice about how and where you will live for the next 2-4 years.

Many students decide to rent and that is definitely an option. In our opinion though, if you have the cash or qualify for a loan, buying a home close to the college of your choice is the way to go in order to not only save money but also make money once you/your child graduates from college.

It is really a no brainer: ideally find a well priced (and boy, there are plenty!) 2-3 bedroom condo or (town)home in a decent area close to campus and rent out a room or two to roommates to lower your monthly mortgage payment. Demand is high for rooms like that so you shouldn’t face any problems renting one.

Then, after graduation, turn around and sell or decide to continue as landlord while your investment becomes even more lucrative.

Two of the most popular schools in Orlando are, of course, UCF and Valencia College (formerly Valencia Community College). Both are located very close to one another (in Zip Codes 23817/32826 and 32825 respectively).

Ready to take a look at some for the amazing real estate deals available close to UCF and Valencia College? All of these homes are located within walking distance or just a short drive (max. 5 minutes) away from either UCF or Valencia College. Many of the objects can be acquired for way below $150,000 or even less than $100,000!

10 Latest UCF and Valencia College Homes for Sale

Showing properties 1 - 10 of 32. See more 32817,32826 - UCF - up to 150,000.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$149,900 : 10048 Custer Cir, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,518 sq ft

Lot size: 7,441 sqft

Year built: 1989

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 2
$48,000 : 2148 Rouse Rd, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,092 sq ft

Lot size: 29,406 sqft

Year built: 1938

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$147,000 : 8437 Pamlico St, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,932 sq ft

Lot size: 12,252 sqft

Year built: 1980

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8
$114,900 : 10245 Chesham Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,131 sq ft

Lot size: 9,706 sqft

Year built: 1987

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8
$69,000 : MLS # O5100446 in Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,400 sq ft

Lot size: 6,050 sqft

Year built: 1971

Days on market: 12
$103,900 : 4400 Trescott Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,420 sq ft

Lot size: 15,919 sqft

Year built: 1987

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$104,900 : 8419 Pamlico St, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,473 sq ft

Lot size: 10,623 sqft

Year built: 1979

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$128,500 : 8228 Lost Lake Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,816 sq ft

Lot size: 14,571 sqft

Year built: 1983

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 15
$87,900 : 7853 Chediston Cir, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,082 sq ft

Lot size: 4,046 sqft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 15
$105,000 : 2813 Logandale Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,417 sq ft

Lot size: 11,308 sqft

Year built: 1990

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 16

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

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Blanchard Park and Little Econ Greenway – East Orlando’s Hidden Gem

Claudia — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:38:10 +0000

If you have recently moved, or are planning to move to East Orlando you very likely may not be aware of the winding trailway through nature that is known to many of the locals as (Jay) Blanchard Park and the Little Econ Greenway.

This park and trail combination is great for families, children, athletes and nearly anyone. Whether you enjoy walking, running, biking, skating, nature sighting, canoeing, picnicking and more, this park and trailway has it all when it comes to activities and nature.

(Jay) Blanchard Park, located at 2451 North Dean Road, Orlando, FL 32817, features gated tennis courts, covered playgrounds for the little ones, soccer fields, basketball courts and plenty of covered pavilions for picnics and other functions.

The Little Econ Greenway is the trail which features riverside recreation, picnicking, wildlife watching and even canoe trails. Click here to visit the trail’s web site or to access a link to the PDF brochure with plenty of detailed information.

Parking is located at (Jay) Blanchard Park, the Econ Soccer Complex (click here for more information about Central Florida soccer clubs), Arcadia Acres and off of Harrel Road on the north side of Colonial Drive (SR 50) and just east of Goldenrod Road.

The trail literally winds for miles along the Little Econ River, where wildlife sightings are nearly guaranteed (Ospreys, Red-Shouldered Hawks, turtles, etc). You should be warned, however, that this winding river is also home to alligators. Although your odds of spotting one are relatively low, the trail management still provides precautionary recommendations, for example: no swimming, no feeding the animals or playing along the water’s edge and keeping animals on leashes, as a friendly reminder of with whom we share this delightful trail

The Little Econ Greenway will eventually link to the University of Central Florida (www.ucf.edu) and continue north to the Cross Seminole Trail through Oviedo and back to Blanchard Park. There are also plans to extend the western terminus of the trail to the Cady Way Trail at Lake Baldwin. The Little Econ Greenway is composed of a 14 foot wide paved surface that extends 7.9 miles from Alafaya Trail to Forsyth Road.

Each month approximately 50,000 people enjoy the Little Econ Greenway and Blanchard Park which open at sunrise and close at sunset. One of the most popular trail heads is located just off of Rouse Road, next to the Blanchard Park YMCA. If you are looking to join a local gym, the “Y” is always a good choice. There are plenty of youth and adult programs and group exercise classes at this gym, including cycling, yoga, water fitness and a multitude of child development sessions. Plus, if you’re a “Y” member, this is a great place to cool off after a run on the trail in the Olympic size lap pool, or with a smoothie from the Tropical Smoothie stand just inside the facility.

No matter what your lifestyle, between Blanchard Park, the Little Econ Greenway and the Blanchard Park YMCA, you’re all set for a satisfying “East Side” experience.

Article by Melanie Teel

Homes for Sale by Blanchard Park and Little Econ Trail

Showing properties 1 - 25 of 82. See more 32817.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$149,900 : 10048 Custer Cir, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,518 sq ft

Lot size: 7,441 sqft

Year built: 1989

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 2
$329,900 : 9535 Peer Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,128 sq ft

Lot size: 32,269 sqft

Year built: 2008

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 2
$173,500 : 3312 Hillmont Cir, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,201 sq ft

Lot size: 7,498 sqft

Year built: 1989

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 5
$177,900 : 2725 Rivers End Rd, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,834 sq ft

Lot size: 5,001 sqft

Year built: 1998

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 6
$449,000 : 5804 N Dean Rd, Orlando

4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,827 sq ft

Lot size: 17,328 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 4

Days on market: 6
$48,000 : 2148 Rouse Rd, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,092 sq ft

Lot size: 29,406 sqft

Year built: 1938

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 7
$199,900 : 4401 Riverton Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,684 sq ft

Lot size: 8,169 sqft

Year built: 1996

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 7
$195,000 : 10371 Taraby Ct, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,038 sq ft

Lot size: 18,305 sqft

Year built: 1987

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 7
$147,000 : 8437 Pamlico St, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,932 sq ft

Lot size: 12,252 sqft

Year built: 1980

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8
$114,900 : 10245 Chesham Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,131 sq ft

Lot size: 9,706 sqft

Year built: 1987

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8
$225,000 : 11513 Robbyes Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,160 sq ft

Lot size: 5,250 sqft

Year built: 1997

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 8
$450,000 : 2735 Rouse Rd, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,754 sq ft

Lot size: 6.62 ac

Year built: 1962

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 9
$225,000 : 3963 Irma Shores Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,470 sq ft

Lot size: 11,718 sqft

Year built: 1972

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 9
$69,000 : MLS # O5100446 in Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,400 sq ft

Lot size: 6,050 sqft

Year built: 1971

Days on market: 12
$155,000 : 3833 Pickwick Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,924 sq ft

Lot size: 8,761 sqft

Year built: 1994

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 12
$103,900 : 4400 Trescott Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,420 sq ft

Lot size: 15,919 sqft

Year built: 1987

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$104,900 : 8419 Pamlico St, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,473 sq ft

Lot size: 10,623 sqft

Year built: 1979

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$180,000 : 8112 Deville Ct, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,148 sq ft

Lot size: 16,907 sqft

Year built: 1990

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 14
$128,500 : 8228 Lost Lake Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,816 sq ft

Lot size: 14,571 sqft

Year built: 1983

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 15
$87,900 : 7853 Chediston Cir, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,082 sq ft

Lot size: 4,046 sqft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 15
$105,000 : 2813 Logandale Dr, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,417 sq ft

Lot size: 11,308 sqft

Year built: 1990

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 16
$298,000 : 4274 Peacham Ct, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 2,714 sq ft

Lot size: 27,372 sqft

Year built: 1983

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 19
$201,900 : 9255 Telfer Run, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,200 sq ft

Lot size: 17,282 sqft

Year built: 1994

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 19
$240,000 : 9211 Telfer Run, Orlando

3 beds, 2 full baths

Home size: 1,986 sq ft

Lot size: 18,879 sqft

Year built: 1994

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 20
$204,900 : 4641 Riverton Dr, Orlando

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 2,636 sq ft

Lot size: 5,258 sqft

Year built: 1997

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 22

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The Last Home in Sterling Meadows

Claudia — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 02:49:09 +0000

Time flies when you’re selling homes! I can still remember when Sterling Meadows, a community of 205 single family homes in Sanford FL, was just started (2008) – and now we just got word from the builder, Centex Homes, that they are down to the very last home.

This home is actually a model home and can be purchased with the furniture so it could be a great buy for someone who is moving up (because this home truly has a lot of space to fill: 3, 514 square feet – with 6 bedrooms and 4 baths, this is the largest floor plan available). The price for all this space is quite a deal: $204, 000. The builder has worked out a monthly payment of only $1,409/month for the new owners.

Here are some of the special features of this home:

Private Back Yard
13” Ceramic Tile in All Wet Areas
Free Standing Shower, Garden Tub, Double Vanity Sinks in Master
Interior Trim and Paint Upgrade
Extended Patio
Pre-wire for a movie room

Sterling Meadows offers its residents a playground and a picnic area with grilles – great to spend some time with your neighbors and friends. The community is conveniently located off Lake Mary Boulevard.

Search Orlando Real Estate Listings on Your Phone

Claudia — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:41:02 +0000

Jose and I are super excited to offer one of the Nation’s fastest and most efficient mobile home search apps for your smart phone (and with that we are not referring to mobile homes, even though you can find those as well using the app)! Seriously, it is super simple and ALL of Central Florida’s listings are searchable through the app, guaranteed. If we could offer a money back guarantee we would, but this awesome app is FREE so no point

If you are reading this post on your smart phone (iPhones, the latest Android and Blackberry devices, iPads and iPods) or in Safari or Google Chrome, check it out right away and click here. Best of all is that our mobile real estate search engine is not actually an app you need to download, it’s simply a mobile-optimized website that acts like an app.

For those of you who can’t access the Orlando Mobile Home Search app right away, here is a quick overview of some of the fun things you can do with it:

Input Sliders: Our exclusive sliders make it fun and easy to increase or decrease the beds, baths, and other values included in your search.

Nearby Listings: Use your phone’s built-in GPS to see a map of listings within a given radius of your current location

Who doesn’t have Favorites? With a single click, you can save any property to your Favorites Tab for reference later. We provide an easy way to carry around list of your favorite listings! You can even sync those favorites with your current account just by logging in.

Oversized tabs at the bottom of every page and clear navigation icons make searching easy and intuitive!

Can you say Radius? Type in a starting street address anywhere in Central Florida and search within a radius of anywhere from 1/4 to 20 miles!

You already know those familiar property icons from our Orlando online home search page. Clicking on any property icon lets you see lots of listing details instantly without any reloading. That means faster results for you, the buyer “on the go”. After all, there are more important things to do in life than waiting for a listing detail page to load on your phone, right?

Woodbridge, Woodford, Woodlake, Wood -what?? Don’t remember all of Orlando’s street names. As you type in the first letters our smart app will give you all available options to refresh your memory. Search by street name, number, or full street address and see instant results as you type!

And as usual, there is an easy way for you to contact us on the spot if you see a listing you like or have a question.

Home for Sale in Astor Farms – 1663 Swallowtail Lane

Claudia — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:36:05 +0000

Deal Alert in sought after Preserve at Astor Farms! We just listed this lovely pool home and want to share the details with you. If you are interested or know of anyone looking to buy in The Preserve at Astor Farms, please contact us as soon as you can. This home won’t last long in the market!

From the moment you enter this stunning home you will see the difference the many upgrades make! Soaring ceilings, 18×18 tiles in foyer and all wet areas, art niches and a beautiful neutral décor all work together to make this house, really feel like a home.

The kitchen is truly any cooks dream with well designed working triangle and center island, complimented by the luxurious granite counter tops and lovely stone tile backs plash. All kitchen appliances are stainless steel and for your convenience stay with the home.

After a long day enjoy some time relaxing in your spacious master suite complete with his and hers closets and en suite bath with his and hers vanities and separate garden tub and shower.

If long hot baths don’t suit you then take a swim in your no maintenance pebble surface salt water pool, complete with waterfall and brick paver surround. This is truly a backyard oasis so you can live the Florida lifestyle you deserve!

Astor Farms in one of West Sanford’s most well designed and prestigious communities. And it’s just minutes from 1-4, 417, colonial town center and Seminole Town Center Mall. Enjoy the closeness to Lake Monroe, the Sanford Marina and Riverwalk and enjoy your weekends in Historic Sanford with its great events, unique bars, restaurants and art galleries.

Click here for more info about this Astor Farms Pool Home

Contact Jose Rodriguez at 407-340-6458 or fill in the contact form below to schedule a showing!

More homes for Sale in The Preserve at Astor Farms:

Showing properties 1 - 4 of 4. See more Astor Farms.
(all data current as of 5/22/2012)

$194,900 : 1674 Swallowtail Ln, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,278 sq ft

Lot size: 7,187 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 13
$255,000 : 1668 Astor Farms Pl, Sanford

3 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,376 sq ft

Lot size: 9,856 sqft

Year built: 2005

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 3
$329,000 : 5084 Hawks Hammock Way, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full baths

Home size: 2,756 sq ft

Lot size: 31,561 sqft

Year built: 2004

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 93
$360,900 : 1695 Swallowtail Ln, Sanford

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,268 sq ft

Lot size: 7,396 sqft

Year built: 2006

Parking spots: 3

Days on market: 132

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

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