New Homes in Lake County FL | New Construction Communities | Paradise Realty FLA
Lake County, Florida · New Construction

New Homes in Lake County, FL

Clermont · Minneola · Groveland — Gateway to Orlando

Communities
10
From
Low $400s
to Orlando
~35 Min
Lifestyle
Chain of Lakes

About Lake County New Construction

Lake County's new construction market runs along the Clermont–Minneola–Groveland corridor on US-27 and the Florida Turnpike, offering one of Central Florida's most underpriced paths to the Greater Orlando metro. Buyers working in Orange or Osceola County employment corridors find that Lake County's lower land costs translate directly into lower prices — often $50,000–$100,000 less than comparable new construction just across the county line.

The area's geography — rolling hills, a chain of lakes, and preserved green space — sets it apart from the flat suburban grids closer to Orlando. Rapid growth along the Minneola/Hancock Road corridor and Clermont West area has brought national builders including DR Horton, Lennar, Del Webb, and Taylor Morrison to active simultaneous communities, giving buyers meaningful comparison options across price tiers.

How Paradise Realty FLA Helps: We connect Lake County buyers with a vetted local specialist who knows every active new construction community in this market — while our team handles the dually licensed intake consultation and coordinates every document and deadline through closing.

Lake County New Construction Communities

All active new construction communities tracked by Paradise Realty FLA

Edgemont

DR Horton
From Low $400s
Clermont, FL

DR Horton single-family community in Clermont area.

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Parkside Trails

DR Horton
From Low $400s
Clermont, FL

DR Horton single-family community in premier Clermont location with quick access to shopping and dining.

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The Wellness Ridge - Chateau

Lennar
From Upper $500s
Clermont, FL

Lennar Chateau Collection within The Wellness Ridge master plan in Clermont.

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The Wellness Ridge - Estates

Lennar
From Upper $400s
Clermont, FL

Lennar wellness-themed Estates Collection in Clermont; from high $400s.

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Meadow Pointe - Classic Collection

Lennar
From Mid $400s
Groveland, FL

Lennar Classic Collection with new single-family homes in Groveland.

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Trinity Lakes

Landsea Homes
From Low $500s
Groveland, FL

Landsea Homes master-planned community near Clermont with single-family homes.

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Waterstone (Groveland)

Lennar
From Upper $300s
Groveland, FL

Lennar new townhomes near Clermont surrounded by Cherry Lake and Lake Minneola.

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Del Webb at Minneola

Del Webb (Pulte)
From Low $500s
Minneola, FL

Del Webb luxurious guard-gated 55+ active adult community on Florida Turnpike in Minneola.

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Eden Crest

Lennar
From Low $400s
Minneola, FL

Lennar single-family community with covered lanais and premium homesites near Minneola.

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Southloch

Taylor Morrison
From Mid $200s
Minneola, FL

Taylor Morrison single-family community in Minneola.

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Major Employers Within Commuting Distance

Key employment centers accessible from Orlando

AdventHealth ClermontClermont
~10 min
Orlando Health South LakeClermont
~15 min
Orange County Public SchoolsOrlando area
~35 min
Walt Disney WorldBay Lake
~40 min
Universal Studios FloridaOrlando
~45 min
Lockheed Martin (Apopka)Apopka
~35 min
Lake County School DistrictTavares
~25 min
UCF HealthEast Orlando
~45 min

Places of Interest

Lakes & Outdoors

  • Lake Louisa State Park~15 min
  • South Lake Trail (cycling)~5 min
  • Lake Minneola Boat Ramp~5 min

Recreation

  • Clermont Waterfront Park~10 min
  • Green Mountain Scenic Overlook~15 min
  • Minneola Athletic Complex~5 min

Healthcare

  • AdventHealth Clermont~10 min
  • HCA Florida Clermont~10 min
  • Orlando Health South Lake~15 min

Shopping & Dining

  • Clermont Towne Center~10 min
  • Minneola Marketplace~5 min
  • Lake Square Mall (Leesburg)~25 min

Frequently Asked Questions

Lake County new construction — common buyer questions

What new construction communities are in Lake County, FL?
Lake County has 10 active new construction communities tracked by Paradise Realty FLA, including homes by DR Horton, Lennar and others. Communities are concentrated in Clermont and surrounding areas.
What are home prices in Lake County new construction?
New construction in Lake County ranges from Low $400s for entry-level product to well above $500,000 for resort-style and luxury communities. The county's range reflects multiple builder tiers and community types — from value-oriented production homes to full-amenity master-planned communities.
How far is Lake County from Orlando?
Lake County is 35–45 min from Orlando. The Florida Turnpike and US-27 connect Lake County to the Orange County employment corridor. Clermont to downtown Orlando runs approximately 35–45 minutes off-peak; Minneola to I-4 via SR-429 is about 25 minutes.
What are the top employers near Lake County new construction?
Key employers within commuting distance of Lake County new construction include AdventHealth Clermont, Orlando Health South Lake, Orange County Public Schools, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida. A local specialist can provide commute time estimates from specific communities to specific employment centers.
How does Paradise Realty FLA help Lake County buyers?
Paradise Realty FLA connects Lake County new construction buyers with a vetted local specialist who knows the market — while our team handles the dually licensed intake consultation (real estate and financing together) and coordinates every document, deadline, and detail through closing. Register before visiting any builder's sales office to protect your right to representation.

Why Work With Paradise Realty FLA?

We connect you with a vetted local specialist who knows this market — while our team handles your intake consultation, financing review, and transaction coordination through closing.

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Know which communities offer the best current value — across all active new construction options in this market.

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