Alaqua Lakes vs Sweetwater Oaks
Two Seminole communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $1.49M | $608K |
| Price per sq ft | $350 | $251 |
| Avg days on market | 62 days | 85 days |
| Months of supply | 2.9 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 21 | 73 |
The verdict
Alaqua Lakes carries the higher median price — about 145% above Sweetwater Oaks. Homes in Alaqua Lakes sell faster (62 days on market vs 85). Sweetwater Oaks is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Seminole County, FL | Seminole County, FL |
| City / area | Longwood | Longwood |
| ZIP | 32779 | 32779 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 17 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 96% of 25 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 5 | 9 |
| Under contract | 1 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $1.7M to $4.5M | $485K to $930K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Alaqua Lakes homes for sale · Sweetwater Oaks homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 169 | 518 |
| Built | 1958–2015 (median 2001) | 1970–2006 (median 1976) |
| Typical living area | 4,483 sq ft | 2,354 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 84% | 87% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Alaqua Lakes median | Sweetwater Oaks median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $543K (4 sales) | $225K (22 sales) |
| 2013 | $760K (3 sales) | $256K (23 sales) |
| 2014 | $620K (9 sales) | $304K (31 sales) |
| 2015 | $775K (19 sales) | $322K (54 sales) |
| 2016 | $833K (37 sales) | $320K (71 sales) |
| 2017 | $778K (17 sales) | $326K (58 sales) |
| 2018 | $890K (6 sales) | $329K (20 sales) |
| 2019 | $850K (3 sales) | $351K (15 sales) |
| 2021 | $1.08M (9 sales) | $460K (15 sales) |
| 2022 | $1.3M (21 sales) | $590K (51 sales) |
| 2023 | $1.38M (12 sales) | $560K (24 sales) |
| 2024 | $1.33M (23 sales) | $610K (50 sales) |
| 2025 | $1.3M (31 sales) | $557K (49 sales) |
| 2026 | $1.29M (19 sales) | $650K (67 sales) |
Since 2012, Alaqua Lakes's median sale price is +138% and Sweetwater Oaks's is +189% — Sweetwater Oaks has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.6% | 100.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 3,783 sq ft | 2,383 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 63 (hot) | 74 (hot) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Alaqua Lakes | Sweetwater Oaks | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Heathrow Elementary | Sabal Point Elementary |
| Middle | Markham Woods Middle | Rock Lake Middle |
| High school | Lake Mary High | Lake Brantley High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Sweetwater Oaks is the lower entry point (median $608K vs $1.49M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Alaqua Lakes; Sweetwater Oaks trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Alaqua Lakes (62 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Alaqua Lakes more expensive than Sweetwater Oaks?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Alaqua Lakes is $1,488,000 versus $608,000 in Sweetwater Oaks, about 145% higher.
Which has newer homes, Alaqua Lakes or Sweetwater Oaks?
Alaqua Lakes: its homes were built 1958–2015 with a median year of 2001, versus a median of 1976 in Sweetwater Oaks (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Alaqua Lakes. The typical home there is 4,483 sq ft of living area, versus 2,354 sq ft in Sweetwater Oaks.
Which has appreciated more, Alaqua Lakes or Sweetwater Oaks?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 138% in Alaqua Lakes and 189% in Sweetwater Oaks (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Sweetwater Oaks — sellers there received 100.0% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.6% in Alaqua Lakes.
What high schools serve Alaqua Lakes and Sweetwater Oaks?
Listings in Alaqua Lakes most often report Lake Mary High; listings in Sweetwater Oaks report Lake Brantley High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Alaqua Lakes homes, photos & schools · Sweetwater Oaks homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.