Identity
Minneola has some of the highest elevation in the region, which gives the newer subdivisions long views and the older roads real gradient. Its growth is tied directly to the Turnpike interchange and the Hills of Minneola plan.
Lake County
Minneola
Greater OrlandoFlorida
A hillside city north of Clermont with lake frontage, steep terrain and rapid new-community growth near the Turnpike interchange.
Location and access
South Lake County on US-27, immediately north of Clermont.
Everyday life
Here is what I'd tell you about daily life: trail riding and lake access on one side; Clermont's retail corridor on the other.
- Lake Minneola and its waterfront trail.
- The South Lake Trail network.
- The Turnpike interchange and adjacent retail.
Housing
- New master-planned phases on the hills.
- Older homes near the lake and original centre.
- Townhomes in the newer communities.
New construction
Something worth watching: very active, with large phased communities delivering around the interchange.
Getting around
For getting around, here is what you should know: car-based; US-27 and the Turnpike are the main links.
The area
Hilltop neighborhoods overlooking a chain of lakes along the Turnpike.
Real life here
What an ordinary week looks like.
Elevation shapes the routine here more than in most of the region: long views from the newer hillside subdivisions, real gradient on the older roads, and the South Lake Trail and Lake Minneola waterfront for cycling and paddling. The Turnpike interchange puts Clermont's retail corridor and Orlando both within easy reach.
Routines that fit
- Wanting elevation and long views inside a newer subdivision.
- Commuting toward Orlando via the Turnpike interchange.
- Cycling or paddling on the lake and trail network on weekends.
- Accepting amenities that arrive after the homes in a newer phase.
Outdoors and leisure
- Lake Minneola and its waterfront trail.
- The South Lake Trail network, linking to Clermont and Groveland.
- Retail and green space around the Turnpike interchange.
Eating and shopping
Everyday dining sits mostly around the Turnpike interchange and along US-27; Clermont, a few minutes south, adds a fuller restaurant and grocery selection.
Pharmacies, banks and clinics are arriving along US-27 as new phases open; hospitals and fuller specialist care are in Clermont.
Seasons
US-27 traffic is heaviest at commuting hours and grows with each new phase; hilly lots can affect drainage after heavy summer rain, worth checking per address.
Around here
Schools nearby
Real institutions inside this area's radius, ordered by distance. No ratings: assignment depends on the exact address, and a star average does not measure a school.
Clermont Montessori Bilingual Academy
Primary school
355 Citrus Tower Blvd #116, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
WebsiteClermont Elementary School
Elementary school
680 E Highland Ave, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
Source: Google Places. Names, addresses, photos and ratings are published by Google and can change.
Around here
Restaurants around
Real addresses nearby, with public Google ratings where they exist.
Pepe's Cantina Clermont
Mexican restaurant
794 W Minneola Ave, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.7 · 5271 reviews$$
WebsiteLake Minneola Tiki Bar & Grill
Easygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.
508 S Main Ave, Minneola, FL 34715, USA
4.5 · 2699 reviews$$
WebsiteThe Crooked Spoon
Chef-driven pub born of a food truck with craft beer & local ingredients in the eats & cocktails.
200 Citrus Tower Blvd, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.4 · 2840 reviews$$
WebsiteHistoric Downtown Clermont
This charming downtown area features historic houses & buildings, retail shops & restaurants.
670 W Montrose St, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.7 · 1608 reviews
WebsiteSalt Shack on the Lake
Seafood restaurant
846 W Osceola St, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.3 · 2762 reviews$$
WebsiteCosa Nostra Italian Deli
Italian restaurant
798 W Montrose St, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.9 · 1098 reviews$
WebsiteClermont Fish House
A menu specializing in British-style fish & chips in a family-friendly setting with rustic decor.
110 W Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.6 · 1818 reviews$
WebsiteMISSION BBQ
Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.
1225 E Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.6 · 486 reviews$
WebsiteNew Century Chinese Buffet
Wide variety of Asian dishes at an all-you-can-eat buffet with nondescript exterior & quick service.
1036 E Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.1 · 1580 reviews$
Source: Google Places. Names, addresses, photos and ratings are published by Google and can change.
Around here
Parks and green space
Public parks inside this area's radius.
Waterfront Park
Lakefront park offering a fishing pier, a paved walking trail, a playground & seasonal swimming.
330 3rd St, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
WebsiteVictory Pointe
Park
features, S Lake Trail (Lake Apopka Trail), Clermont, FL 34711, USA
McKinney Park
Park featuring a playground, basketball courts, a softball field, a fitness trail & restrooms.
801 Bloxam Ave, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
WebsiteSource: Google Places. Names, addresses, photos and ratings are published by Google and can change.
Around here
Things to do here
Cinema, bowling, activities for the children, culture and sport around here, without repeating the parks. I list what actually exists, with the public Google rating where there is one.
Clermont Historic Village Museum
Preserved historic structures, including a school, train depot, WWII-era Quonset hut & 2 homes.
490 West Ave, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.7 · 221 reviews
WebsiteLake Minneola Tiki Bar & Grill
Easygoing hangout on Lake Minneloa featuring American eats, brews & scenic outdoor seating.
508 S Main Ave, Minneola, FL 34715, USA
4.5 · 2699 reviews$$
WebsiteFitness CF - Clermont North
Gym offering fitness equipment, classes & personal training, plus childcare & a women's only area.
1050 FL-50, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.5 · 642 reviews
WebsiteChampions Splash Park
This seasonal recreational activity for children has water jets & sprays with a modern design.
100 3rd St, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.5 · 135 reviews
WebsiteFlorida Citrus Tower
Old-school tower, built in 1956, offering 360-degree views from its 226 ft.-high observation deck.
141 N Hwy 27, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.4 · 1497 reviews
WebsitePresidents Hall of Fame
This museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica.
123 Hwy 27N, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.4 · 564 reviews
Clermont Bowling Center
Bowling alley
4 Westgate Plaza, Clermont, FL 34711, USA
4.3 · 1055 reviews
Source: Google Places. Names, addresses, photos and ratings are published by Google and can change.
Real indicators
Market in Lake County, with sources.
These numbers are published per county, not per neighbourhood or community. They show the direction of the market around this area, they do not estimate the price of a specific home.
Median listing price (county)
The midpoint asking price of homes listed across the whole county that month. It is what sellers ask, not what buyers pay, and a county is far larger than a single community, a specific neighbourhood can sit well above or below it.
$399,999
median asking price (USD)
−1.8% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
Median listing price (county): from $372,259 in September 2021 to $399,999 in September 2026, higher over the period. Low of $372,259 in September 2021 and high of $449,400 in June 2022. 61 real observations.
September 2021, September 2026 · 61 observations
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis FedView data table
Showing 1 in every 2 real observations from the selected period.
| Period | Median listing price |
|---|---|
| September 2021 | $372,259 |
| November 2021 | $376,698 |
| January 2022 | $399,000 |
| March 2022 | $394,600 |
| May 2022 | $432,488 |
| July 2022 | $433,690 |
| September 2022 | $406,555 |
| November 2022 | $402,009 |
| January 2023 | $399,700 |
| March 2023 | $408,581 |
| May 2023 | $404,303 |
| July 2023 | $425,000 |
| September 2023 | $420,000 |
| November 2023 | $415,000 |
| January 2024 | $410,750 |
| March 2024 | $420,000 |
| May 2024 | $422,500 |
| July 2024 | $420,000 |
| September 2024 | $415,749 |
| November 2024 | $409,900 |
| January 2025 | $407,000 |
| March 2025 | $410,000 |
| May 2025 | $416,900 |
| July 2025 | $409,987 |
| September 2025 | $407,450 |
| November 2025 | $399,900 |
| January 2026 | $399,000 |
| March 2026 | $399,900 |
| May 2026 | $400,000 |
| July 2026 | $402,950 |
| September 2026 | $399,999 |
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis Fed · Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price in Lake County, FL
Median listing price per square foot (county)
Asking price divided by interior area, at the county midpoint. It travels better between areas than a total price because it partly removes house size from the comparison, but it still ignores lot, age, finish level and view.
$211
USD per square foot
−1.4% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
Median listing price per square foot (county): from $186 in September 2021 to $211 in September 2026, higher over the period. Low of $186 in September 2021 and high of $220 in May 2022. 61 real observations.
September 2021, September 2026 · 61 observations
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis FedView data table
Showing 1 in every 2 real observations from the selected period.
| Period | Price per sq ft |
|---|---|
| September 2021 | $186 |
| November 2021 | $191 |
| January 2022 | $199 |
| March 2022 | $206 |
| May 2022 | $220 |
| July 2022 | $218 |
| September 2022 | $214 |
| November 2022 | $211 |
| January 2023 | $209 |
| March 2023 | $208 |
| May 2023 | $211 |
| July 2023 | $218 |
| September 2023 | $218 |
| November 2023 | $219 |
| January 2024 | $219 |
| March 2024 | $219 |
| May 2024 | $219 |
| July 2024 | $219 |
| September 2024 | $219 |
| November 2024 | $217 |
| January 2025 | $216 |
| March 2025 | $217 |
| May 2025 | $216 |
| July 2025 | $215 |
| September 2025 | $214 |
| November 2025 | $213 |
| January 2026 | $213 |
| March 2026 | $212 |
| May 2026 | $210 |
| July 2026 | $212 |
| September 2026 | $211 |
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis Fed · Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Lake County, FL
Active listings (county)
How many homes were actively listed for sale in the county during the month: a snapshot of available supply. It says nothing about how many sold and excludes homes already under contract.
2,513
active listings
+3.1% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
Active listings (county): from 750 in September 2021 to 2,513 in September 2026, higher over the period. Low of 480 in March 2022 and high of 2,520 in August 2026. 61 real observations.
September 2021, September 2026 · 61 observations
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis FedView data table
Showing 1 in every 2 real observations from the selected period.
| Period | Active listings |
|---|---|
| September 2021 | 750 |
| November 2021 | 675 |
| January 2022 | 580 |
| March 2022 | 480 |
| May 2022 | 682 |
| July 2022 | 1,114 |
| September 2022 | 1,275 |
| November 2022 | 1,416 |
| January 2023 | 1,280 |
| March 2023 | 1,170 |
| May 2023 | 1,070 |
| July 2023 | 1,129 |
| September 2023 | 1,313 |
| November 2023 | 1,496 |
| January 2024 | 1,528 |
| March 2024 | 1,542 |
| May 2024 | 1,698 |
| July 2024 | 1,933 |
| September 2024 | 2,127 |
| November 2024 | 2,222 |
| January 2025 | 2,203 |
| March 2025 | 2,318 |
| May 2025 | 2,434 |
| July 2025 | 2,491 |
| September 2025 | 2,437 |
| November 2025 | 2,413 |
| January 2026 | 2,310 |
| March 2026 | 2,455 |
| May 2026 | 2,469 |
| July 2026 | 2,510 |
| September 2026 | 2,513 |
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis Fed · Housing Inventory: Active Listing Count in Lake County, FL
New listings (county)
Homes that entered the county market for the first time that month. It measures how much new supply arrived, which is what usually changes negotiating room from one season to the next.
688
new listings in the month
−3.1% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
New listings (county): from 686 in September 2021 to 688 in September 2026, higher over the period. Low of 472 in December 2022 and high of 918 in April 2025. 61 real observations.
September 2021, September 2026 · 61 observations
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis FedView data table
Showing 1 in every 2 real observations from the selected period.
| Period | New listings |
|---|---|
| September 2021 | 686 |
| November 2021 | 628 |
| January 2022 | 612 |
| March 2022 | 754 |
| May 2022 | 862 |
| July 2022 | 840 |
| September 2022 | 682 |
| November 2022 | 488 |
| January 2023 | 576 |
| March 2023 | 662 |
| May 2023 | 634 |
| July 2023 | 600 |
| September 2023 | 596 |
| November 2023 | 616 |
| January 2024 | 610 |
| March 2024 | 784 |
| May 2024 | 778 |
| July 2024 | 720 |
| September 2024 | 696 |
| November 2024 | 600 |
| January 2025 | 736 |
| March 2025 | 852 |
| May 2025 | 776 |
| July 2025 | 680 |
| September 2025 | 710 |
| November 2025 | 684 |
| January 2026 | 820 |
| March 2026 | 796 |
| May 2026 | 872 |
| July 2026 | 814 |
| September 2026 | 688 |
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis Fed · Housing Inventory: New Listing Count in Lake County, FL
Median days on market (county)
The midpoint of how long county listings stayed on the market that month: half were listed for less, half for more. It measures pace, not price.
74
days on market
−3.9% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
Median days on market (county): from 38 in September 2021 to 74 in September 2026, higher over the period. Low of 28 in May 2022 and high of 82 in January 2026. 61 real observations.
September 2021, September 2026 · 61 observations
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis FedView data table
Showing 1 in every 2 real observations from the selected period.
| Period | Days on market |
|---|---|
| September 2021 | 38 |
| November 2021 | 43 |
| January 2022 | 46 |
| March 2022 | 34 |
| May 2022 | 28 |
| July 2022 | 32 |
| September 2022 | 49 |
| November 2022 | 60 |
| January 2023 | 73 |
| March 2023 | 53 |
| May 2023 | 49 |
| July 2023 | 49 |
| September 2023 | 51 |
| November 2023 | 52 |
| January 2024 | 69 |
| March 2024 | 54 |
| May 2024 | 49 |
| July 2024 | 57 |
| September 2024 | 64 |
| November 2024 | 72 |
| January 2025 | 81 |
| March 2025 | 59 |
| May 2025 | 64 |
| July 2025 | 76 |
| September 2025 | 77 |
| November 2025 | 79 |
| January 2026 | 82 |
| March 2026 | 64 |
| May 2026 | 72 |
| July 2026 | 72 |
| September 2026 | 74 |
Realtor.com via FRED · St. Louis Fed · Housing Inventory: Median Days on Market in Lake County, FL
Metro and statewide context
Median listing price
$410,000
median asking price (USD)
−2.5% vs. a year earlier
September 2026 · monthly series
Florida house price index
825.7
index · base 1980:Q1 = 100
+1.4% vs. a year earlier
Q2 2026 · quarterly series
30-year fixed mortgage rate
7.24%
annual rate
+1.07 percentage points vs. a year earlier
Week ending Oct 29, 2026 · weekly average
Honest trade-offs
What you accept when you choose this area.
Trade-offs
- US-27 traffic is heavy and growing.
- Hilly lots can affect drainage and construction cost.
- Amenities in new phases arrive after the homes.
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