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Living in Lake County, Florida

Rolling hills and more than a thousand lakes just west of Orlando, from Clermont and Minneola to Montverde and historic Mount Dora.

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Lake County Market Snapshot

Typical Home Value (Zillow)$360,055-2.0% vs. last yearLake County, FL (County)
Median List Price$399,999-1.8% vs. last yearLake County, FL
Active Listings2,513+3.1% vs. last yearLake County, FL
Median Days on Market74 days-3.3% vs. last yearLake County, FL

Source: Zillow Home Value Index & Realtor.com, September 2026. Read the full Lake County market update, or ask me for a custom report for your street.

Why People Love Lake County

  • Rolling hills: Some of the highest terrain in Florida, with sweeping views from the Citrus Tower in Clermont
  • Lake life: The Clermont Chain of Lakes, Lake Minneola, and Clermont Waterfront Park
  • Small towns: Minneola, Montverde, and the historic downtown of Mount Dora
  • Easy access: Florida's Turnpike and US-27 connect toward Orlando and the attractions

Points of Interest

  • Lake Louisa State Park (Clermont)
  • Clermont Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola
  • Citrus Tower (Clermont)
  • Clermont Chain of Lakes
  • Downtown Mount Dora
  • Florida's Turnpike and US-27

Around Lake County

Lake Minneola in Clermont, Florida
Lake Minneola, Clermont
Oak canopy at Lake Louisa State Park, Clermont FL
Lake Louisa State Park
Shops along downtown Mount Dora, Florida
Downtown Mount Dora

Lake County FAQs

Where is Lake County, FL?

Lake County sits just west and northwest of Orange County. Clermont and Minneola are among the closest communities to West Orange and Winter Garden.

What is Clermont known for?

Rolling hills, the Clermont Chain of Lakes, the Citrus Tower, Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola, and Lake Louisa State Park.

How do Lake County residents commute to Orlando?

Many use Florida's Turnpike and US-27. Drive times vary with traffic; ask me about your specific route.

Is there new construction in Lake County?

Yes, particularly around Clermont, Minneola, and South Lake County. I can help you compare builders and communities.

Dreaming of hills, lakes, and a bit more space? Let's find your place in Lake County.

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