Lake Mendelin Estates in Apopka

Lake Mendelin Estates
Homes for Sale in Apopka, FL

All 540 homes for sale in APOPKA, FL · median $432,750 · 221 homes for sale in 32703 · Orange County homes for sale

Community in Apopka · Orange County · ZIP 32703
93 homesBuilt 1957–2022Median sale $415K
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Live Market Pulse
42/100
Market Heat
Near its long-run normal
2016 → 2026 · 80 at the 2022 peak
0 is Lake Mendelin Estates's coldest market since 2016, 100 its hottest. Today: 42. How it's scored
Built fromLive Stellar MLS data20 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, Lake Mendelin Estates in Apopka, FL has 1 home for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 5 recorded sales closed at a median of $415,000, $228 per square foot, a median 81 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (+19% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1950 - 2022; none of the 13 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 126 ft). At the median price and Orange County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.67 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,920 ($6,250 with the full homestead exemption).

Lake Mendelin Estates key facts
LocationAPOPKA, Orange County, FL · ZIP 32703
Homes in the community93 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1957–2022 (median 1981)
Typical living area1,620 sq ft (median)
Home types (current listings and sales)single-family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersFire Alarm, Security System
Sale prices, last 12 months$415,000 median across 5 closed sales · $228 per sq ft · +18.6% vs the prior 12 months
Days on market (closed sales)81 median
For sale right now1 active, 3 pending · median asking $440,000 · 1.3 months of supply
Owner-occupied (homestead) share78%

Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Lake Mendelin Estates key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/lake-mendelin-estates-apopka, data as of September 20, 2026.

Last 30 days in Lake Mendelin Estates: 1 new listing (median asking $299,995), 2 closed sales (median $385,854). As of September 27, 2026, Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Live · Lake Mendelin Estates Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$415K ▲
Median sold · 12 mo
up 18.6% vs the prior 12 months
+18.6% ▲
1-yr price change
n = 5 and 5 sales in the two windows
$228/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $240 in 2025
93.8%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
1.3mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
81days
Median DOM · closed
4 days at the 2021 low
75%
Under contract
Orange: 23% (1,755 of 7,529)
1 · 3
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
5
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 6 a year
Ownership and context
78%
Owner-occupied · Lake Mendelin Estates
76 of 98 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
22%
Non-owner-occupied · Lake Mendelin Estates
incl. 5% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
93
Homes in the community
plus 5 vacant residential lots · 98 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 20 years of records
9
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $380K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1957
Community established
homes built 1957-2022, median 1981 (FL DOR 2025)
1,700sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
5.4%/yr
Turnover rate
about 5 of 93 homes trade a year
Lake Mendelin Estates Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 20, 2026

Lake Mendelin Estates right now

🔴 Seller-leaning market. 1.3 months of supply and 75% of the inventory already under contract give sellers the pressure advantage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Medium (4 active and pending listings, 5 closed sales in 12 months).

🟢 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($415K) is up 18.6% from the prior 12 months ($350K). With about 6 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20. Confidence: Low (5 and 5 sales in the two windows).

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· Updated September 27, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Mendelin Estates market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $415K ($228 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 81 days on market for closed sales, and 1.3 months of supply, a seller-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is up 19% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (5 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 32703 (APOPKA), 1,168 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $395K ($217/sq ft), down 0.5% year over year, with a median 35 days on market. Right now 148 active and 80 pending listings put supply at about 2.6 months - a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32703 housing market and the Orange County market.

County records show 9 qualified sales in Lake Mendelin Estates across 2024 - 2025 (5 in 2024, 4 in 2025), median $380,000 - the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Flood zones in Lake Mendelin Estates: of 11 listing addresses checked against the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, 100% sit outside the FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X). Individual parcels vary - verify any specific address at msc.fema.gov. See flood zones by neighborhood in Apopka.

Lake Mendelin Estates is a community of 93 homes in Apopka, Orange County, built between 1957 and 2022 (median 1981), with a median living area of about 1,620 square feet. 78% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 0 to 15 sales each (5 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$200K$300K$400K20122014201620182020202220242026
Up 18.6% year over year.
Every sale since 2006 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K1k2k3k
81 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$150$200$25020122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $98 in 2012 to a $240 peak in 2025; $228 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
025507520122014201620182020202220242026
4 days at the 2021 low; 81 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%95%100%20122014201620182020202220242026
93.8% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
05101520122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 15 a year; 5 in the current window.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning20162018202220242026
80 at the 2022 peak, 18 in the troughs, 42 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.
How much local inventory is already under contract

31% of homes for sale in ZIP 32703 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-27).

LAKE MENDELIN ESTATES Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

LAKE MENDELIN ESTATES is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $365,000, and homes go under contract in about 122 days.

2.2
Months supply
$365,000
Median list
$380,000
Median sold
$253
Per sqft
122
Days on mkt
2/0/11
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32703 ZIP is $356,310, about 2.2% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in Lake Mendelin Estates, APOPKA

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 11 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-09-26)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Lake Mendelin Estates

Live MLS inventory for Lake Mendelin Estates. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Lake Mendelin Estates listings as of 2026-09-26, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Orange County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Clay Springs Elem · Elementary
  • Piedmont Lakes Middle · Middle
  • Wekiva High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Lake Mendelin Estates listings and can change; always confirm with Orange County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Lake Mendelin Estates address.

If we were buying in Lake Mendelin Estates today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Come strong and clean. Homes here move, so lead with your best terms and financing ready rather than a low anchor.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Lake Mendelin Estates.

A closer look at the Lake Mendelin Estates market

At a median of $228 per square foot, Lake Mendelin Estates prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

Inventory runs at 1.3 months of supply, a seller-leaning market and the trailing-12-month median up 19% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 81 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 93 homes built between 1957 and 2022, and 78% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Lake Mendelin Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.1B+ · Buy Score
Recent Direction10.0/10
Liquidity & Demand8.7/10
Owner Commitment7.8/10
Pricing Power5.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (8.1). Basis: Recent Direction +18.6% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 1.3 months of supply; Owner Commitment 78% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 93.8% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Lake Mendelin Estates homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Lake Mendelin Estates.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Lake Mendelin Estates sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Lake Mendelin Estates

Homes in Lake Mendelin Estates that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Lake Mendelin Estates?
The median sale price in Lake Mendelin Estates was $415K over the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 (5 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in Lake Mendelin Estates take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 20, 2026 took a median 81 days on market (5 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is Lake Mendelin Estates a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 20, 2026, Lake Mendelin Estates leans toward sellers: 1.3 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Lake Mendelin Estates?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 93 homes plus 5 vacant residential lots in Lake Mendelin Estates (public records).
What share of Lake Mendelin Estates is owner-occupied?
78% of Lake Mendelin Estates parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Lake Mendelin Estates built?
Homes in Lake Mendelin Estates were built between 1957 and 2022, with a median year built of 1981 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Lake Mendelin Estates?
The best agent for Lake Mendelin Estates is one who actively works Apopka and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Lake Mendelin Estates.
How do I find a top Apopka real estate agent who knows Lake Mendelin Estates?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Lake Mendelin Estates and the wider Apopka area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Lake Mendelin Estates?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Lake Mendelin Estates purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Lake Mendelin Estates, and what county is it in?
Lake Mendelin Estates is in APOPKA, Orange County, FL, ZIP 32703.
Is Lake Mendelin Estates in a flood zone?
No, for the homes we can see: all 11 homes we sampled in Lake Mendelin Estates sit outside a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (Zone X), where a lender does not require flood insurance. Flood zones are drawn parcel by parcel, so check the exact address on FEMA's flood map before you close; the flood section on this page shows the community's mix.
Is Lake Mendelin Estates a good place to live?
That depends on your budget, commute and what you want in a home, so here is what the data says about Lake Mendelin Estates: the median sale price over the last 12 months was $415K (5 sales), about the same as the APOPKA median of $406K; homes took a median 81 days to go under contract; the assessment roll counts 93 homes, 78% of them homesteaded (owner-occupied); supply is 1.3 months at the current sales pace, which favors sellers. The full numbers, price history and the flood and school sections are above.

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 26, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 32703))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2006 (81 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Lake Mendelin Estates? 5 recorded closings; median 81 days on market (window ending 2026-09-20). See the Orange County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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