1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL, SANFORD, FL, 32771
Active86 days on marketListed May 14, 2026MLS #O6407460
About this home
1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to this stunning custom-built estate nestled on an oversized lot with serene pond views inside a gated and guarded community. This spacious home was thoughtfully designed with both everyday living and entertaining in mind, offering a versatile floor plan, incredible storage, and beautiful indoor-outdoor living spaces. Step through the grand entryway into the formal living and dining areas, complete with a cozy fireplace and elegant architectural details throughout. The private office features custom shelving, while the expansive primary suite offers tray ceilings, a sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious ensuite bath with a whirlpool tub, oversized shower, and dual vanities. The gourmet kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring Monogram appliances, a gas cooktop, double ovens, an oversized pantry, butler’s pantry, additional prep sink, and an open layout overlooking the family room and dinette area. The thoughtfully designed three-way split bedroom layout provides privacy and functionality for family and guests alike. Enjoy endless entertainment possibilities with a huge game room, upstairs bonus/media room with half bath, and multiple storage areas throughout the home. The upstairs space is finished with A/C and hardwired connections, making it ideal for a media room, home gym, playroom, or flex space. Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring a corner pool, spacious lanai, four sets of sliding doors, and an expansive yard overlooking the spring-fed pond filled with incredible wildlife, including otters and unique whistling ducks. The property also offers a garden area, French drain system to the lake, and direct neighborhood trail access. Additional highlights include 8-foot doors throughout, a large laundry room with sink and cabinetry, pool bath access, oversized storage room, and a 3-bay garage with high-bay access perfect for additional vehicles, boats, or storage. This one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and functionality — ready for its next family to call it home.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
4,219
Sqft
1.17 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2005
Year built
Two
Levels
$391
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$10,806 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$10,806/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+2.9%
$/sqft vs Sanford actives
$391 vs $218
Days on market
86 vs 35 typical
Where $391/sqft sits among the 400 Sanford actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sanford
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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SANFORD 32771 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
59,708
Median age
38.7
Median income
$74,520
Median home value
$332,500
Avg household
2.66
Households w/ children
7,359
For the school run
Seminole County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sanford market
$354K → $380K
Sanford median sold, yr/yr
97.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
214 of 400
Sanford actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sanford, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 359% above the SANFORD 32771 median. See the full Sanford market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$1,299,000
7738 MARKHAM BEND PLACE · same community
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,225 sqft · $307/sqft · 6 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$1,725,000
7725 FLEMINGWOOD COURT · same community
5 bd · 6 ba · 4,898 sqft · $352/sqft · 165 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$1,558,000
7718 FLEMINGWOOD COURT · same community
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,063 sqft · $308/sqft · 103 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $10,806/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $325/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL?+
The association fee works out to $325 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $9,655. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sanford?+
At $1,649,000, this home is listed about 328% above the Sanford median of $385,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1900 LAKE MARKHAM PRESERVE TRAIL?+
Goldsboro Elementary Magnet (elementary), Idyllwilde Elementary School (elementary), Bentley Elementary School (elementary), Seminole High School (high), Wilson Elementary School (elementary), Markham Woods Middle School (middle) — Seminole County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,649,000 runs 359% above the SANFORD 32771 median — but at 4,219 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Sanford listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Time on market is leverage
86 days on market against a Sanford median of 35 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04Strong assigned schools
Goldsboro Elementary Magnet, Idyllwilde Elementary School, Bentley Elementary School, Seminole High School, Wilson Elementary School, Markham Woods Middle School — Goldsboro Elementary Magnet rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX 200 REALTY · Abby Nelson. MLS #O6407460.
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