$10,000

closing credit¹

1869 Merlot Dr Sanford, FL 32771

$1,250,000
5 beds
4 full
3,764 sqft
0.3 acres
$332 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1869 Merlot Dr

SELLER IS OFFERING CONCESSIONS FOR BUYERS with a competitive offer!!! Welcome to this gorgeous modern 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath, an Office, a Loft/Bonus Room/Playroom, Media Room/Theater, 3 car garage and a pool. This home is in a 24 hour guarded/gated community of Buckingham Estates that is loaded with lots of upgrades! As you enter the foyer, through the beautiful living room with trey ceilings, crown molding to breathtaking views of the lanai, custom saltwater pool, and expansive views of nature. This spacious 3-way split floor plan includes an Office, upstairs Bonus Room and Media Room that is wired for home theater, 3 car garage (with electric car hookup), Crown Molding, French Doors, Shutters and Built-in Shelving. It has been meticulously maintained and has many features that are desired by today’s modern technological buyer. It boasts built-in iPads, Alexas and Wi-Fi controlled features. The large master bedroom opens onto the newly screened (2021) Lanai with Solar Heated saltwater pool (built in 2015), Outdoor Summer Kitchen and Red Cedar Pergola (2018) offering Stainless Steel Grill, Exhaust Hood, Refrigerator and Sink(with Hot/Cold Water), private backyard conservation views, Architectural Roof (2015), New Solar System (2023), that reduced the monthly Electric Bill tremendously, New Paint all over. The Master Bath offers plenty of space from the large walk-in shower, dual sinks, separate vanity and a walk-in closet. The living room and kitchen are in the center of the home, perfect for entertaining guests. The large kitchen features extensive cabinetry, Wine Rack, large central Island, wall mounted convection oven and Microwave, Gas Cooktop and Granite Countertops. Other upgrades include engineered hardwood floors, audio/visual surveillance, Central Vacuum, Gutters, Water Softer, Landscape Lighting, separate water meter for irrigation and more! This is easy living with four of the five bedrooms, including the primary bedroom, on the first floor. The community is centrally located, a short drive to local restaurants, shopping, Beaches & theme parks. Call me to view the house. There is SO MUCH TO SEE!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,764 sqft
Lot size0.27 Acres
Year built2005
ParkingElectric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
MLS #O6257415
Attached garage3 spaces
Private poolYes

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Summary

  • MLS Number: O6257415
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
  • Office Phone: (407) 333-8088
  • Listing Agent: Kusam Bahl

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mediterranean / spanish house with a garage and a front yard

$1,250,000

1869 Merlot Dr

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 01, 2020
Home Sold
$615,000
Feb 07, 2011
Home Sold
$337,428
Nov 04, 2005
Home Sold
$570,700

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2020$391,505$5,134
2018$368,926$4,949
2017$361,338$4,927

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Wilson Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

985 Orange Blvd

9

Heathrow Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

5715 Markham Woods Rd

4

Bentley Elementary School

Public District KG-5

2.4 mi

2190 S Oregon Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $136,548. The majority of Sanford, FL residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

10%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
30%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

15%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
40%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 1869 Merlot Dr

This home is located at 1869 Merlot Dr in Sanford, FL and zip code 32771 in the Buckingham Estates neighborhood. This 3,764 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,250,000.

Over 13 listings were sold over their listed price in December 2024 in Sanford, FL. In the same period over 58 listings were sold below the listed price and 18 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Sanford, FL decreased by 5.6% between November and December 2024. Listings spent 61 days on the market in December 2024, and had a median list price of $365,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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