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Clermont
The Choice of Champions
Clermont is the most populous city in Lake County and the heart of the South Lake real estate market, about 22 miles west of Orlando. It is known for rolling hills, which are rare in Florida, and for a chain of spring-fed lakes that wrap around the city. If you want Orlando access with a small-town feel and lake views, Clermont is hard to beat.
Living In The City
Living in Clermont
- Population
- Roughly 50,000 residents and still growing, making it the largest city in Lake County.
- Geography
- Unusually hilly for Florida, with elevations around 300 feet and views over the Clermont Chain of Lakes.
- Nickname
- The Choice of Champions, home of the National Training Center and the Great Floridian Triathlon.
- Outdoors
- Lake Louisa State Park covers about 4,500 acres with hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding. Waterfront Park anchors downtown on Lake Minneola.
- Market
- Recent median sale prices in Clermont have run roughly $430,000 to $450,000, with homes typically selling in 40 to 50 days.
- Schools
- Clermont is served by Lake County Schools, with public elementary, middle, and high schools in and around the city.
- Commute
- Downtown Orlando is roughly 25 to 45 minutes depending on traffic via SR 50 or the Turnpike to SR 408; Orlando International Airport is about 35 to 45 minutes via the Turnpike and SR 528.
Why people move here
- Historic downtown with Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola
- The Clermont Chain of Lakes and Lake Louisa State Park
- National Training Center and triathlon country
- Easy commute to Orlando via the 27 and 429 corridors
The Market
Clermont real estate overview
Kelly works Clermont full time and prices most Central Florida homes from roughly $300,000 to over a million, depending on the neighborhood. For the current picture, read the market report, or get a straight read on a specific home.
Homes for Sale in Clermont
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All Clermont Neighborhoods Explore Clermont neighborhoods
Clermont is home to established subdivisions with their own character, HOAs, amenities, and resale markets. Browse the individual communities below or open the full directory.
The Legends
Guard-gated golf community with estate homes
Neighborhood guideKings Ridge
Lennar's 55+ golf village on two courses
Neighborhood guideHeritage Hills
Guard-gated 55+ villas and single-family homes
Neighborhood guideSummit Greens
55+ community on the Clermont National golf course
Neighborhood guideThe Palisades
Lakefront community on the Clermont Chain of Lakes
Neighborhood guideLost Lake
Spanish-style homes on elevated lake-country lots
Neighborhood guideGreater Hills
Classic ranch homes on Highway 50
Neighborhood guide Brand New Homes
All New Construction in Clermont Explore new construction in Clermont
Builders are actively selling in Clermont right now. Each community below includes the builders, current pricing as listed, home types, and what to confirm before you buy.
Selling now, with several collections and quick move-in homes available.
Wellness Ridge
Lennar master plan with townhomes to estate homes
Lennar, with multiple collections (Cottage, Classic, Chateau, Manor, and Estates).
Community guide Selling now, with new phases and quick move-ins.
Lakehaven Estates
Pulte homes with a Del Webb 55+ side
Pulte Homes, with the Del Webb Lakehaven 55+ active-adult section inside the same master plan.
Community guide Selling now, with multiple floor plans and quick move-ins.
Ridgeview
Multi-builder single-family community
Trinity Family Builders, with other sections attributed to Landsea Homes and RiseWell Homes.
Community guide Selling now, with new phases open.
Waterbrooke
Mattamy's gated single-family community
Mattamy Homes.
Community guide Selling now, with quick move-in townhomes.
Cagan Crossings West
Meritage townhomes with an entry price that fits
Meritage Homes.
Community guide Coming soon. Site work is underway and tours are not open yet, so this is the one to watch.
Reflections at Olympus
David Weekley's coming-soon community
David Weekley Homes, the announced builder for this master plan.
Community guide Selling now, with quick move-in homes available.
Vintner Reserve
Beazer's energy-efficient single-family homes
Beazer Homes.
Community guideSelling a Home in Clermont
Keep your equity.
Kelly's seller strategy is built around Clermont: aggressive marketing, honest pricing, and a commission structure that keeps more of the sale in your pocket. Every listing comes with all four offers.
- 1% listing fee, or a flat $3,995 for homes under $400,000
- Easy-Exit Listing Agreement, no lock-in
- 1% buyer-side fee when Kelly writes the offer for an unrepresented buyer
- 25% Buyer Agent Commission Gift on your next home
Buying a Home in Clermont
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From zero-down options and closing cost assistance to new construction representation, Kelly finds the creative path that makes Clermont work for your budget.
- Zero-down and low-down-payment programs
- Closing cost assistance and seller concessions
- New construction representation at no cost to you
Local Life
Restaurants, parks & things to do
Restaurants & local businesses
- The Southern on 8th Food and drink in a restored downtown bungalow, steps from Waterfront Park.
- Pepe's Cantina Clermont Mexican kitchen and tequila bar on the west side of downtown.
- El Cerro A local favorite for straight-ahead Mexican food on Highway 50.
- Miller's Ale House A busy sports bar along the 27 corridor.
- Clermont Brewing Company Local brewery downtown with a rotating tap list.
- Florida Citrus Tower A landmark tower with views over the lake country.
- Clermont Historic Village Museum Historic buildings telling the story of old Clermont.
- Waterfront Park Downtown park on Lake Minneola with a beach, pier, and events.
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park Indoor family fun right off Highway 27.
Community events
The Great Floridian triathlon and the Downtown Clermont Food Fest anchor the annual calendar, and Waterfront Park hosts free concerts and festivals through the year.
Parks & recreation
- Waterfront Park Downtown Clermont's lakefront park on Lake Minneola with a beach, boat ramp, pier, and event lawn.
- Lake Louisa State Park Roughly 4,500 acres of lakes, trails, camping, and horseback riding on the city's southern edge.
- Palatlakaha Recreational Complex Ballfields, courts, and open play space off the 27 corridor.
Schools
Clermont is served by Lake County Schools, with elementary, middle, and high schools in and around the city. Most neighborhoods feed one of several Lake County campuses; Kelly can help you check the feeder pattern for a specific home.
Local development
Clermont keeps growing west and south: new construction, commercial centers, and new roads are arriving steadily along the 27, 50, and 429 corridors.
Moving to Clermont
Coming from out of state or across town? Kelly helps relocating buyers compare areas, schools, and commutes, and can arrange virtual tours before you land. See the relocation guide.
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