497 VALENCIA STREET, SANFORD, FL, 32771
Active84 days on marketListed Jul 24, 2026MLS #O6427505
About this home
497 VALENCIA STREET
Distinctive mid-century architecture, substantial system improvements, and nearly half an acre in Sanford’s Golf Cart District. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home pairs vaulted wood-beam ceilings, original hardwood floors, and expansive windows with improvements that make a meaningful difference in everyday ownership. The current owners have replaced the HVAC systems, added dedicated bedroom mini-splits, encapsulated the crawlspace, and installed many new Andersen windows and a new custom exterior sliding door. Additional improvements include fresh exterior paint, stained concrete flooring, professional landscaping, irrigation, and closet organization systems. Washer and dryer are included. The living room’s striking fireplace and exposed beams anchor the home’s distinctive interior, while the kitchen connects easily to the living and dining spaces. A bright breezeway provides flexible space for a home office, studio, additional sitting area, or hobbies. Outside, a circular brick driveway, mature oak trees, private courtyard, and generous backyard create multiple places to gather, garden, and unwind. The oversized garage offers additional storage and space for projects and special interests. Located in San Lanta, outside the Historic District boundaries, the home offers golf-cart access to Historic Downtown Sanford’s restaurants, shops, events, and RiverWalk. Architectural character, meaningful improvements, and room to enjoy the outdoors—all in one memorable property.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,020
Sqft
0.48 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1950
Year built
One
Levels
$297
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,189 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,189/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+73.9%
$/sqft vs Sanford actives
$297 vs $220
Days on market
84 vs 57 typical
Where $297/sqft sits among the 396 Sanford actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Sanford
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Sanford. See the full Sanford guide →
SANFORD 32771 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
59,708
Median age
38.7
Median income
$74,520
Median home value
$332,500
Avg household
2.66
Households w/ children
7,359
For the school run
Seminole County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Sanford market
$354K → $380K
Sanford median sold, yr/yr
97.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
214 of 396
Sanford actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Sanford, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 76% above the SANFORD 32771 median. See the full Sanford market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 497 VALENCIA STREET
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$470,000
504 E 14TH STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,708 sqft · $275/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Oct ’26$389,900
120 E 26TH STREET
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,915 sqft · $204/sqft · 149 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$290,000
1401 FOREST DRIVE
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,894 sqft · $153/sqft · 53 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Leila Sabat
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 497 VALENCIA STREET — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 497 VALENCIA STREET — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
497 VALENCIA STREET FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 497 VALENCIA STREET?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,189/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 497 VALENCIA STREET?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,810. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 497 VALENCIA STREET?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Sanford?+
At $599,900, this home is listed about 58% above the Sanford median of $379,990. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 497 VALENCIA STREET?+
Markham Woods Middle School (middle), Wilson Elementary School (elementary), Bentley Elementary School (elementary), Idyllwilde Elementary School (elementary), Goldsboro Elementary Magnet (elementary), Seminole High School (high) — Seminole County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$599,900 runs 76% above the SANFORD 32771 median — but at 2,020 sqft it's also 20% larger than the typical Sanford listing.
02Strong assigned schools
Markham Woods Middle School, Wilson Elementary School, Bentley Elementary School, Idyllwilde Elementary School, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet, Seminole High School — Wilson Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $669,900, now $599,900 — a $70K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KGV REALTY GROUP · Tammy Agnini. MLS #O6427505.
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