Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
22%
Longwood
Longwood, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,628
Population
17,669
Renter Mix
32% Rent
Experience the best of inland Florida in this Orlando suburb
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Tucked just north of Orlando in Seminole County, Longwood is the kind of place where you can escape the theme park buzz but still reach it in under 30 minutes. Wekiwa Springs State Park sits nearby, offering crystal-clear spring water for swimming and miles of trails winding through Florida scrubland. The historic downtown district has a laid-back feel, with local shops and eateries set against a backdrop of century-old oak trees draped in Spanish moss. Big Tree Park is a genuine landmark here, home to one of the largest cypress trees in the entire state.
Renters will find a solid mix of options across Longwood's compact six square miles, including spacious townhomes, garden-style apartment communities, and single-story rentals with screened patios. The SunRail commuter line connects the city directly into downtown Orlando, making car-free commuting a real possibility. Whether you're drawn to the quiet streets near South Seminole Hospital or the more active stretches along Ronald Reagan Boulevard, Longwood offers an approachable entry point into Central Florida living without sacrificing access to everything the greater Orlando area has to offer.
Explore the City
The neighborhood is easily accessible with newly built community sidewalks.
Large oaks trees surround Lake Jeanette.
Longwood tennis buffs can get their fill at Candyland Sports Complex.
Reiter Park in Downtown Longwood has beautiful trails around its pond.
There are beautiful views for Longwood residnets at Lake Concord Park.
Longwood's Spring Hammock Preserve is located on Lake Jessup.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$68,568
Average: $86,931
Education
5,160
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,628
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Longwood has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Longwood, FL is $1,612 for a studio, $1,638 for one bedroom, $2,010 for two bedrooms, and $2,395 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Longwood has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,638/month
795 Sq Ft
House
$2,830/month
2,051 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,829/month
1,259 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,660/month
980 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Longwood, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
886 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
798 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
842 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
631 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
933 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,426 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
2,084 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Big Tree Park
- Spring Hammock Preserve
- Cranes Roost Park
- Sanlando Park
- Planetarium at Seminole State College
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Orlando Sanford International
- Orlando International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.