MARKHAM ESTATES SUB in SANFORD

MARKHAM ESTATES SUB
Homes for Sale in SANFORD, FL

Community in SANFORD · Seminole County · ZIP 32771
28 homesBuilt 2004–2008
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data12 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · MARKHAM ESTATES SUB Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0%
Under contract
Seminole: 30% (662 of 2,236)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
82%
Owner-occupied · MARKHAM ESTATES SUB
23 of 28 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
18%
Non-owner-occupied · MARKHAM ESTATES SUB
incl. 4% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
67%
Cash buyers · MARKHAM ESTATES SUB
2 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2023
28
Homes in the community
28 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
Est. 2004
Community established
homes built 2004-2008, median 2006 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2019
peaked at 3 in 2018
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Markham Estates is a small, single-phase subdivision of 28 homes built in a tight window between 2004 and 2008, with a median year built of 2006. That construction consistency matters more here than in most communities we track, because there is no older or newer stock to create a wide condition spread — buyers are largely comparing homes of similar age and similar systems life.

What stands out on the numbers is scale and turnover, not price. Median living area runs over 4,100 square feet, well above typical subdivision norms, and with only one active listing and no closings recorded in the current window, this is a market that trades rarely. A homestead share above 80% reinforces that read — most owners here are settled in, not cycling through as rentals or flips, which keeps supply thin regardless of demand.

The 60-Second Overview

Markham Estates is a compact, built-out subdivision in Sanford holding 28 homes constructed between 2004 and 2008, with a median size north of 4,100 square feet putting it firmly in the larger-format category for the area.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers specifically wanting a larger home (4,000+ square feet) in a Sanford setting
  • Buyers who value homes clustered in a single build era for maintenance predictability
  • Buyers with flexibility on timeline who can wait for the right listing in a low-turnover subdivision

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want multiple active listings to compare before committing
  • Buyers relying on recent closed-sale comps to validate an offer price
  • Buyers specifically seeking community amenities such as pools, clubhouses, or organized recreation

The market around MARKHAM ESTATES SUB

MARKHAM ESTATES SUB is a small community — 9 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2019 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32771, 374 homes are on the market and 25% are under contract — a steady corner of SANFORD.

Across Seminole County, 1,574 homes are active and 662 pending (30% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not MARKHAM ESTATES SUB specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB, SANFORD

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 11 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-08-24)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB

Live MLS inventory for MARKHAM ESTATES SUB. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending MARKHAM ESTATES SUB listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2025. Tap any home to ask about it.

Schools

In short
  • Seminole County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Lake Mary Elementary · Elementary
  • Sanford Middle · Middle
  • Lake Mary High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent MARKHAM ESTATES SUB listings and can change; always confirm with Seminole County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any MARKHAM ESTATES SUB address.

If we were buying in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB.

Best Buy
Buyers seeking a larger-format home in an established, low-turnover Sanford subdivision.
Biggest Risk
With only one active listing and no recent closings, pricing data is too thin to lean on alone.
Sweet Spot
Best suited to buyers comfortable making a decision with limited comparables and a longer search window.
Avoid If
Avoid if you need quick comps, frequent inventory, or amenity-driven community features.

A small, quiet subdivision that rarely turns over

With only 28 homes total and a single active listing at the time of this snapshot, Markham Estates does not behave like a typical resale market. There is not enough current inventory to establish a reliable pricing pattern from listings alone, and zero closings in the most recent window means recent comparable sales are not available either. Anyone evaluating this community needs to rely on the historical build profile and living-area data more than short-term market signals.

The homestead share of roughly 82% is the more telling number. It suggests most homes are owner-occupied on a long-term basis rather than held as investment or rental property, which is consistent with the low turnover. Homes here were built within a narrow four-year span, so age-related maintenance items — roofs, HVAC systems, water heaters — are likely to cluster around similar replacement timelines across the subdivision rather than varying widely from house to house. No community amenities are identified in current MLS data, so this reads as a straightforward residential subdivision rather than an amenity-driven community.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A community this thin on active inventory and recent closings requires off-market awareness, not just MLS monitoring. We track ownership patterns and permit activity in low-turnover subdivisions like Markham Estates so that when a home does come up, our buyers are ready before it is broadly marketed, and our sellers understand exactly how their home compares to the handful of others that have changed hands.

MARKHAM ESTATES SUB in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking a larger-format home in an established, low-turnover Sanford subdivision.
Biggest advantageHomes here share a consistent build era, simplifying comparisons on age-related systems and finishes.
Biggest riskWith only one active listing and no recent closings, pricing data is too thin to lean on alone.
Sweet spotBest suited to buyers comfortable making a decision with limited comparables and a longer search window.
Avoid ifAvoid if you need quick comps, frequent inventory, or amenity-driven community features.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA. Confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed MARKHAM ESTATES SUB sales matched to your home.

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MARKHAM ESTATES SUB Market Scorecard

Thin data

MARKHAM ESTATES SUB is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $1,100,000, and homes go under contract in about 4 days.

n/a
Months supply
$1,100,000
Median list
n/a
Median sold
$326
Per sqft
4
Days on mkt
1/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 28 homes in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB (public records).
What share of MARKHAM ESTATES SUB is owner-occupied?
82% of MARKHAM ESTATES SUB parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB built?
Homes in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB were built between 2004 and 2008, with a median year built of 2006.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in MARKHAM ESTATES SUB?
Cash buyers took 67% of MARKHAM ESTATES SUB sales in the 12 months ending June 2023 (2 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for MARKHAM ESTATES SUB?
The best agent for MARKHAM ESTATES SUB is one who actively works SANFORD and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for MARKHAM ESTATES SUB.
How do I find a top SANFORD real estate agent who knows MARKHAM ESTATES SUB?
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Buyers specifically wanting a larger home (4,000+ square feet) in a Sanford settingExcellent fit
Buyers who value homes clustered in a single build era for maintenance predictabilityExcellent fit
Buyers with flexibility on timeline who can wait for the right listing in a low-turnover subdivisionExcellent fit
Buyers who want multiple active listings to compare before committingProbably not
Buyers relying on recent closed-sale comps to validate an offer priceProbably not
Buyers specifically seeking community amenities such as pools, clubhouses, or organized recreationProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32771))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (10 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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