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Mel’s Favorite Gated Communities of Seminole County, Florida
Magnolia Plantation, Lake Mary
I recently visited Magnolia Plantation for a fundraiser at the community’s golf club. Not realizing beforehand the magnitude of this neighborhood, I was taken aback upon arriving to the staffed gated entrance. I immediately decided that it is one of my favorite Seminole County neighborhoods and immediately started to research the scoop.
Magnolia Plantation is a community in Lake Mary off of Markham Woods Rd and Lake Mary Blvd. This luxury neighborhood features over 500 homes from 2,500 – 6,000 square feet, with both golf front and conservation home site options. Because the community backs up to the protected Wekiva River Basin, wildlife sightings are extremely common.
Magnolia Plantation includes some excellent amenities with the Home Owner’s Association such as access to the tennis courts and playground area, gate maintenance, and security staff. For the golfers, there are memberships available to the Magnolia Plantation Golf Club which is now home to the renowned Mike Bender Golf Academy. This custom home community is a newer development with the first home construction beginning in 2000 and tapering off in 2008. The cost of homes in Magnolia Plantation ranges from $350,000 to $2,000,000.
Homes for Sale in Magnolia Plantation, Lake Mary
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$459,000 : 1730 Dogwood Forest Way, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$439,900 : 1800 Redwood Grove Ter, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$849,900 : 1742 Cottonwood Creek Pl, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$474,900 : 1393 Foxtail Ct, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$739,900 : 1877 Redwood Grove Ter, Lake Mary6 beds, 5 full baths
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Heathrow, Lake Mary
One of the largest, and thus, most popular gated communities in Seminole County is Heathrow. In fact, this private suburban neighborhood is so large, boasting over 2,100 luxury and custom homes, that it has not one, but two staffed gated entrances. Thanks to the celebrity power of this “small city,” one of the residents was recently visited by the President; although, I’m fairly certain it was for more than just a social gab-fest…and no, I was not invited. Back to Heathrow, this master-planned community began its initial development stages back in 1985 by a food business entrepreneur, Jeno Paulucci. It has certainly grown since then and is still growing with new custom homes available. One of the most desirable aspects of this community (aside from the various professional athletes residing there) is the convenience to I4, shopping and dining. The south entry is located off of Lake Mary Blvd near I4 and the north entry is located off of HE Thomas Pkwy near I4 and Colonial Town Park. Heathrow features its own private golf course & country club, as well as beautiful natural surroundings and private parks. This gated community remains a local Seminole County favorite.
More about Heathrow Living and Homes
Heathrow Home Onwers Association and HOA Fees
Homes for Sale in Heathrow, FL
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$579,000 : 1517 Langham Ter, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$1,299,000 : 167 Harston Ct, Lake Mary4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$414,900 : 342 Devon Pl, Lake Mary (heathrow)4 beds, 3 full baths
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$615,000 : MLS # O5099483 in Heathrow4 beds, 4 full baths
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$399,000 : 1552 Cherry Ridge Dr, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$459,500 : 1408 Shadwell Cir, Heathrow4 beds, 2 full baths
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$575,000 : MLS # O5095707 in Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$224,990 : 1745 Cherry Ridge Dr, Lake Mary3 beds, 2 full baths
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$350,000 : 1371 Chessington Cir, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full baths
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$275,000 : 1409 Lake George Dr, Lake Mary4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$549,000 : 1251 E Langley Ct, Lake Mary3 beds, 3 full baths
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$2,200,000 : 1918 Bridgewater Drive, Lake Mary6 beds, 6 full, 2 part baths
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$260,000 : 1241 E Langley Ct, Heathrow3 beds, 2 full baths
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$2,300,000 : 1906 Bridgewater Dr, Lake Mary5 beds, 5 full, 2 part baths
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$299,000 : 1248 Chantry Pl, Lake Mary3 beds, 3 full baths
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Alaqua Lakes, Longwood
The first time I heard the name Alaqua Lakes, it was spoken from the mouth of professional basketball player, Shaquille O’Neil during our random encounter. This is a great story that I’ll save for another time, but the encounter was all thanks to Jose and Claudia.
Needless to say, I was most intrigued to learn more about the neighborhood that Mr. O’Neil is apparently so fond of.
As it turns out, Alaqua Lakes is located off of Markham Woods Rd, near Lake Mary Blvd in Longwood. This is a very scenic area of town that I’m simply not familiar with, but am certainly eager to change that.
The community prides itself on its unique privacy, tucked away from I4 yet still incredibly accessible. The Alaqua Lakes homes rest on rather large sites, ranging from half an acre to over an acre. Apparently the luxury offered in this community comes with a heavy price tag with the average home costing approximately $1,000,000. Like the other private, gated communities mentioned, this one also features a private golf course – The Legacy Club. This remarkably private, yet conveniently located community also makes the top of my favorite Seminole County gated neighborhoods.
Homes for Sale in Alaqua and Alaqua Lakes, Longwood
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$1,900,000 : MLS # O5100905 in Longwood4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$613,500 : 3056 Timpana Pt, Longwood5 beds, 6 full, 1 part baths
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$1,050,000 : 1824 Alaqua Lakes Blvd, Longwood4 beds, 4 full, 2 part baths
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$869,000 : 2075 Ackola Pt, Longwood5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$735,000 : 3396 Sterling Ridge Ct, Longwood4 beds, 4 full baths
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$949,900 : 4067 Bermuda Grove Pl, Longwood5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$2,800,000 : 3195 Tala Loop, Longwood6 beds, 6 full, 2 part baths
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$1,599,000 : 2351 Alaqua Dr, Longwood6 beds, 7 full, 2 part baths
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$999,500 : 3295 Lakeview Oaks Dr, Longwood5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$990,000 : 2416 Alaqua Drive, Longwood4 beds, 4 full baths
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$1,400,000 : 2099 Lakehaven Pt, Longwood4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,650,000 : 2273 Alaqua Drive, Longwood5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$1,075,000 : 3384 Sterling Ridge Ct, Longwood3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$769,000 : 3119 Hassi Pt, Longwood4 beds, 4 full baths
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$1,025,000 : 3150 Winding Pine Trl, Longwood4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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