Sunrise Lakes

It suits buyers who want the rolling-hills character of Lake County with a manageable Orlando commute — Walt Disney World is about 31 minutes away and downtown Orlando roughly 44. You're also close to established Clermont communities, and the homes tend to be sized for families at a median of 2,411 square feet.

It's mid-market for the Clermont area, with a median list price of $432,000 and current listings ranging from $399,900 to $575,000. At an average of $173 per square foot, you get more space for the money than many communities closer to Orlando like Silver Creek.

Active listings run from $399,900 to $575,000 with a median asking price of $432,000. Over the past 12 months, 13 homes sold at a median price of $392,000, and sellers averaged about 99% of their asking price.

It's a small, steady market with just five homes active and a median 69 days on market, so buyers have some breathing room to negotiate. That said, the 99% average sale-to-list ratio over the last year shows well-priced homes still hold their value near communities like Heritage Hills.

The median HOA here is a modest $53 a month, which keeps ongoing costs down relative to many gated Clermont neighborhoods. Median annual property tax runs about $4,960, and if you're weighing renting, the median rent in the area is around $2,350 a month.