Groves at Whitemarsh vs Highland Lakes
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-07.
| Metric | Groves at Whitemarsh | Highland Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $363K | $240K |
| Price per sq ft | $163 | $155 |
| Avg days on market | 55 days | 55 days |
| Months of supply | 2.4 mo | 2.9 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 57 |
The verdict
Groves at Whitemarsh carries the higher median price — about 51% above Highland Lakes. Groves at Whitemarsh is the tighter market on inventory (2.4 months of supply).
Where each one is
Groves at Whitemarsh and Highland Lakes are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Lake County.
| Groves at Whitemarsh | Highland Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Leesburg | Leesburg |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 86% of 22 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 87% of 23 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Groves at Whitemarsh | Highland Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 7 | 14 |
| Under contract | 4 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $309K to $350K | $200K to $355K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 7 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence, Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Groves at Whitemarsh homes for sale · Highland Lakes homes for sale.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Groves at Whitemarsh | Highland Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Leesburg Elementary | Leesburg Elementary |
| Middle | Oak Park Middle | Oak Park Middle |
| High school | Leesburg High | Leesburg High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Highland Lakes is the lower entry point (median $240K vs $363K).
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Groves at Whitemarsh more expensive than Highland Lakes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Groves at Whitemarsh is $363,000 versus $240,000 in Highland Lakes, about 51% higher.
How far apart are Groves at Whitemarsh and Highland Lakes?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Lake County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
What high schools serve Groves at Whitemarsh and Highland Lakes?
Listings in Groves at Whitemarsh most often report Leesburg High; listings in Highland Lakes report Leesburg High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Groves at Whitemarsh homes, photos & schools · Highland Lakes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.