Homes for sale in
Lake County, Florida
Rolling hills, big lakes, room to breathe
3,412
Homes for sale
$389,650
Median list price
$229
Avg price / sqft
41
Median days on market
Lake County lives up to its name — a chain of clear lakes and gentle hills west of Orlando that gives towns like Mount Dora, Tavares, and Clermont a distinctly un-Florida sense of elevation and space. You'll find historic downtowns and seaplane docks in the north, fast-growing suburbs in the south around Minneola and Groveland, and a strong 55+ presence up near Lady Lake. It's a place that rewards buyers who want land, water access, or a quieter pace within reach of the city.
The market here is broad and active: 3,412 homes are listed right now against 8,170 sales over the past year, so there's real inventory to work with. The median list price is $389,650 and homes are moving in about 41 days, with sellers collecting roughly 97% of asking — a balanced market that gives you negotiating room without stalling. Whether you're after waterfront homes, a gated community, or something under budget, it pays to browse by price and watch what's just reduced.
Within a 30-minute drive of the county center
Quick facts
25 cities & towns
$48,000 – $5.7M price range
1,889 sqft median home
$2,350/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Lake County
View all 3,412 homes →
$224,900
25138 BUTTONWOOD DRIVE, ASTATULA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,373 sqft
$425,000
3548 KINLEY BROOKE LANE, CLERMONT
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,860 sqft
$460,000
187 PUMA LOOP, GROVELAND
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,090 sqft
$124,500
410 HAWTHORNE BOULEVARD, LEESBURG
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,302 sqft
$1,399,900
32834 LAKESHORE DRIVE, TAVARES
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,020 sqft
$469,000
3916 SCARBOROUGH COURT, CLERMONT
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,147 sqft
$330,000
6116 ARMADA STREET, TAVARES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,800 sqft
$534,990$613,150
2032 ASHER AVENUE, MINNEOLA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,884 sqft
$331,500
1537 BAYWOOD VILLAGE COURT, MOUNT DORA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,527 sqft
$575,900
1051 CAMP AVENUE UNIT 1051/1053, MOUNT DORA
6 bd · 4 ba · 3,062 sqft
$185,000
2315 EDGEWATER AVENUE, LEESBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,489 sqft
$629,000
31929 ELIZABETH LANE, TAVARES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,663 sqft
250 of 3,412 active listings shown
Open full map search →Find your fit
Most popular Lake County searches
Popular searches
Property features
The numbers that matter
The Lake County market
Balanced
5.6 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
8,170
Sold, last 12 months
$369,900
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
44 days
Median time to sell
Lake County vs Florida
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
Homes on the market
▲ 2.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Lake County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.
Pick your town
Cities in Lake County
Clermont
798 homes for sale
Leesburg
629 homes for sale
Mount Dora
329 homes for sale
Tavares
274 homes for sale
Groveland
240 homes for sale
Lady Lake
225 homes for sale
Eustis
210 homes for sale
Minneola
119 homes for sale
Sorrento
81 homes for sale
Umatilla
79 homes for sale
Fruitland Park
74 homes for sale
Howey In The Hills
66 homes for sale
Montverde
65 homes for sale
Mascotte
54 homes for sale
Astor
44 homes for sale
Astatula
39 homes for sale
Bella Collina
32 homes for sale
Grand Island
30 homes for sale
Show all 25 Lake County cities A–ZHide the full city list+
Beyond the listings
Living in Lake County
Real lake access
With 278 waterfront listings across the county's chains and lakes, boating and lakeside living are genuinely attainable, not just a marketing line.
Distinct downtowns
Mount Dora, Tavares, and Eustis each keep walkable historic cores with their own character, so no two towns feel the same.
Strong 55+ options
725 active listings are in 55+ communities, reflecting the county's deep well of active-adult neighborhoods.
Growth in the south
Clermont, Minneola, and Groveland anchor 490 new-construction listings for buyers who want modern floor plans and warranties.
Space for the price
At $229 per square foot and a median home size near 1,889 sqft, budgets stretch further here than in most Orlando-adjacent markets.
Population
398,696
Median age
46.7
Median income
$69,956
Median home value
$287,900
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Entertainment
Top 15% in the U.S.Film Lovers
Movie buffs and binge watchers expressing their love for movies, storytelling, and the film making process.
Lifestyles
Top 24% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Food & Drink
Sweet Treats
This population has a sweet tooth, and they're looking for treats to satisfy their sugar craving, including candy, cupcakes and flavorful toppings.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
On the calendar
Near Lake County
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lake County home
≈ $2,728/mo
$389,650 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
4%
In a FEMA flood zone
Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones
$2,350/mo
Median rent
480 homes for rent right now
People who close here
Our Lake County experts
Straight answers
Lake County real estate FAQs
Is Lake County a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want lakes, hills, and small-town downtowns while staying commutable to Orlando. With 8,170 homes sold in the past year across towns like Mount Dora and Clermont, demand is steady and diverse, from young families in the south to retirees near Lady Lake.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's more affordable than much of metro Orlando: the median list price is $389,650 and the median sold price came in at $369,900. Prices span a wide range — from $48,000 up to nearly $5.7 million — so there's genuinely something at most budgets if you browse by price.
What do homes cost in Lake County?+
Expect around $229 per square foot, which on a typical 1,889-sqft home lands near that $389,650 median asking price. There are 221 listings above $1 million for luxury and waterfront buyers, plus plenty of single-family homes well below the median.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and active, with 3,412 homes on the market and a median of 41 days to sell. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average, so well-priced homes move while buyers still have room to negotiate — keep an eye on listings that are just reduced.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $150 a month, though many single-family and rural properties carry none at all, while gated communities and 55+ neighborhoods trend higher. Median property tax is around $3,775 per year, and typical rent sits near $2,350 a month.
Keep exploring
Nearby counties
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS. Market statistics are computed from listing and sold data and change as the market moves.
Never miss a listing
New Lake County homes, in your inbox
A daily digest of every new listing in Lake County — straight from the MLS, hours after it goes live. Unsubscribe anytime.