1869 Merlot Drive

Sanford, FL 32771

$1,250,000
Price
5
Beds
3,764 Sq. Ft.
$332 / Sq. Ft.
3,764
Sq. Ft.
$332
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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!
  1. Listed by Kusam Bahl • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
    P: (407)-230-8999 C: (407)-230-8999 Kusam.Bahl@cbrealty.com

Property Details for 1869 Merlot Drive

Architectural Style
Courtyard, Florida
Subdivision Name
BUCKINGHAM ESTATES
Township
19
Garage Spaces
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2025 05:57 PM

Property Details for 1869 Merlot Drive

StatusActive
MLS #O6257415
Days on Market72
Taxes$9,206 / year
HOA Fees$2,380 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,880 SF
CountySeminole County

Building Information for 1869 Merlot Drive

Stories2Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.27 AC / 11,880 SF

Property Information for 1869 Merlot Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4858.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Deed Restrictions, Playground, Pool, Sidewalks
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: From I-4 East, take Exit 98, go Left on Lake Mary Blvd, Right on Markham Woods Rd to end, at traffic light go Right on Markham Rd. Buckingham Estates entrance on left. Go to guard house for entry. House will be on the main road (Merlot Dr.) on Right side.
  • Middle Or Junior School: Markham Woods Middle
  • High School: Seminole High
  • Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 1869
  • Street Name: Merlot
  • Street Suffix: DRIVE
  • State: FL
  • City: SANFORD
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 31x23
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: No
  • Association Fee Includes: 24-Hour Guard, Community Pool, Pool Maintenance, Security
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Sentry Management / Jennifer Raulerson
  • Association Phone: 407-788-6700
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Pet Restrictions: Buyer is responsible for verifying all HOA Fees and resrictions.
  • Tax Block: 0000
  • Tax Book Number: 59-80
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 92 BUCKINGHAM ESTATES PB 59 PGS 80 - 83
  • Tax Lot: 0920
  • Tax Year: 2023
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Conservation Area
  • Parcel Number: 36192950900000920
  • Total Acreage: 1/4 to less than 1/2
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PUD
  • Living Area: 3764
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 2005
  • Flood Zone Code: x
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 29
  • Public Survey Section: 36
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Fiber Optics, Propane, Public, Sprinkler Meter, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Irrigation System, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Dimensions: 34x16
  • Pool Features: Auto Cleaner, Child Safety Fence, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Salt Water, Solar Heat
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Gated Community, Security System
  • Spa Features: In Ground
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Wood Cabinets, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 13.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Shutters
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 1869 Merlot Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1869 Merlot Drive

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$9,738 ($811 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5Total Finished SqFt3,763 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,763 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,879 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2015CountySEMINOLEAPN36-19-29-509-0000-0920

Schools near 1869 Merlot Drive

This home is within Seminole County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Bentley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Idyllwilde Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Wilson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Markham Woods Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1869 Merlot Drive is a single family home for sale in Sanford, FL 32771. This property was listed for sale on December 10, 2024 by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, it's currently listed at $1,250,000. It has been on the market for a total of 72 days and was last sold on January 6, 2022. This listing's school district is Seminole County Public Schools. Nearby schools include Bentley Elementary School, Idyllwilde Elementary School and Wilson Elementary School. 1869 Merlot Drive is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,764 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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