Build a new home in Longwood, FL
Established Seminole County living — historic district charm, big oaks, and infill lots near everything. Longwood is one of Seminole County's most established addresses — a historic district dating to the 1870s, mature tree-lined neighborhoods, and a SunRail station of its own. Brightview builds new construction on scattered infill lots across the city.
About building new in Longwood
Longwood offers something scarce in Central Florida: established neighborhoods with real character, minutes from I-4, where an older home on a good lot can make way for brand-new construction. Between the historic district, the Markham Woods corridor on its western edge, and quiet mid-century streets ready for renewal, Longwood is a natural infill market — new homes here sit next to top-rated Seminole County schools and some of the metro's best healthcare employment.
Why buyers are choosing Longwood
- One of Central Florida's oldest historic districts — brick streets and century-old landmarks.
- SunRail Longwood Station for car-free commutes to downtown Orlando.
- Top-rated Seminole County Public Schools.
- South Seminole hospital corridor and quick I-4/SR-434 access.
- Established infill lots under mature oaks — character you can't get in a new subdivision.
Longwood neighborhoods we build in
Brightview builds on individual scattered lots across Longwood. If you already own land anywhere in Seminole County, we can build on it. If not, we regularly acquire lots in these neighborhoods:
Historic District
Longwood's original blocks — brick streets, landmark homes, and walkable charm around Church Ave.
Markham Woods Corridor
Estate-lot living on Longwood's west side, minutes to I-4 and Heathrow.
Sanlando Springs Area
Established mid-century neighborhoods between SR-434 and SR-436 — prime infill territory.
The Springs / Wekiva Corridor
Wooded communities near Wekiwa Springs State Park on the Wekiva River side.
Getting around from Longwood
Longwood sits between SR-434 and SR-436 with its own I-4 interchange. Downtown Orlando is 20–25 minutes, Altamonte Springs is 10 minutes, and SunRail's Longwood Station offers a one-seat ride downtown. Sanford and Lake Mary employment are 15 minutes north.
Schools
Seminole County Public Schools — Lyman High School anchors the city, with Woodlands Elementary and Rock Lake Middle among the area's well-regarded schools.
Brightview plans that work well in Longwood
Every Brightview floor plan is available as a scatter-lot build in Longwood. These are the most popular plans our Seminole County buyers choose — but you can filter and compare all 11 plans on our floor plans page.
Longwood new-home questions
Does Brightview Homes build new homes in Longwood, FL?+
Yes. Brightview builds scatter-lot new construction homes in Longwood and throughout Seminole County. Whether you already own a lot or want us to find one, we build one of our 11 floor plans on an individual parcel rather than inside a master-planned subdivision — which is how you get new construction in established Longwood neighborhoods.
How much does it cost to build a new home in Longwood?+
Brightview base pricing starts at $269,990 for our Cambria and Tribeca plans (1,665 sq ft) and goes to $559,990 for the 3,479 sq ft Wellington Estate — all before lot cost and selections. Longwood lot pricing and Seminole County impact fees affect the all-in price. We'll give you an itemized, transparent quote specific to the lot and plan at consultation.
Does Brightview have available lots in Longwood right now?+
Lot availability in Longwood changes weekly. Some lots we've acquired are under contract and available for a Brightview build; others are listed through our brokerage (LPT Realty). If you don't see active inventory, we also help you find and evaluate open-market lots in Longwood and throughout Seminole County. Call (321) 310-2849 or email through the contact form for current availability.
How long does permitting take in Seminole County?+
Permitting in Seminole County typically takes 6–12 weeks from application submission to issued permit, depending on complexity (standard infill vs. wetlands, flood zone, or HOA architectural review). Brightview handles the full permit process — including impact fees, tap fees, and inspections — so you don't navigate the county on your own.
Which Brightview floor plans work best in Longwood?+
Any of our 11 house plans can be built on a Longwood scatter lot, but the most popular choices for Seminole County buyers are: Valencia, Kensington, Brighton, Belmont. You can browse all 11 on our floor plans page or view the full architectural PDF for any plan.
Ready to build in Longwood?
Scheduling a consultation takes 15 minutes. We'll walk through floor plans, lot options, and a realistic budget — no pressure.