Highland Lakes vs Plantation at Leesburg
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-01.
| Metric | Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $248K | $185K |
| Price per sq ft | $164 | $144 |
| Avg days on market | 48 days | 52 days |
| Months of supply | 2.7 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Strong Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 58 | 33 |
The verdict
Highland Lakes carries the higher median price — about 34% above Plantation at Leesburg. Homes in Highland Lakes sell faster (48 days on market vs 52). Plantation at Leesburg is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Leesburg | Leesburg |
| ZIP | 32720, 34748, 34788 | 34748 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 84% of 25 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 75% of 20 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
| Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 13 | 4 |
| Under contract | 7 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $205K to $360K | $182K to $335K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Villa | Manufactured Home, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Highland Lakes homes for sale · Plantation at Leesburg homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,076 | 240 |
| Built | 1970–2024 (median 1994) | 1986–2006 (median 1990) |
| Typical living area | 1,529 sq ft | 1,440 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 78% | 69% |
| Vacant lots | 10 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Highland Lakes median | Plantation at Leesburg median |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $116K (30 sales) | $89K (9 sales) |
| 2016 | $134K (33 sales) | $96K (14 sales) |
| 2017 | $138K (28 sales) | $90K (11 sales) |
| 2019 | $181K (8 sales) | $199K (4 sales) |
| 2021 | $207K (4 sales) | $180K (7 sales) |
| 2022 | $257K (32 sales) | $206K (22 sales) |
| 2023 | $280K (18 sales) | $252K (9 sales) |
| 2024 | $275K (45 sales) | $229K (24 sales) |
| 2025 | $255K (47 sales) | $217K (29 sales) |
| 2026 | $248K (43 sales) | $200K (29 sales) |
Since 2015, Highland Lakes's median sale price is +115% and Plantation at Leesburg's is +125% — Plantation at Leesburg has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 91.3% | 84.5% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,634 sq ft | 1,413 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 20 (cold) | 20 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Highland Lakes | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Plantation at Leesburg is the lower entry point (median $185K vs $248K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Highland Lakes; Plantation at Leesburg trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Highland Lakes (48 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
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 Highland Lakes more expensive than Plantation at Leesburg?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Highland Lakes is $248,000 versus $185,000 in Plantation at Leesburg, about 34% higher.
Which has newer homes, Highland Lakes or Plantation at Leesburg?
Highland Lakes: its homes were built 1970–2024 with a median year of 1994, versus a median of 1990 in Plantation at Leesburg (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Highland Lakes or Plantation at Leesburg?
From 2015 to 2026 the median sale price rose 115% in Highland Lakes and 125% in Plantation at Leesburg (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Highland Lakes — sellers there received 91.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 84.5% in Plantation at Leesburg.
What high schools serve Highland Lakes and Plantation at Leesburg?
Listings in Highland Lakes most often report Leesburg High; listings in Plantation at Leesburg report Leesburg High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Highland Lakes homes, photos & schools · Plantation at Leesburg homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.