Lake Denham Estates vs Plantation at Leesburg
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Lake Denham Estates | Plantation at Leesburg |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $294K | $170K |
| Price per sq ft | $177 | $134 |
| Avg days on market | 93 days | 44 days |
| Months of supply | 9.3 mo | 2.7 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 27 | 36 |
The verdict
Lake Denham Estates carries the higher median price — about 73% above Plantation at Leesburg. Homes in Plantation at Leesburg sell faster (44 days on market vs 93). Plantation at Leesburg is the tighter market on inventory (2.7 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lake Denham Estates | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Leesburg | Leesburg |
| ZIP | 34748 | 34748 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 27 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 71% of 21 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
| Lake Denham Estates | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 21 | 8 |
| Under contract | 3 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $262K to $410K | $160K to $335K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 2 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Manufactured Home, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lake Denham Estates homes for sale · Plantation at Leesburg homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lake Denham Estates | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 564 | 240 |
| Built | 2020–2023 (median 2022) | 1986–2006 (median 1990) |
| Typical living area | 1,645 sq ft | 1,440 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 68% | 69% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Lake Denham Estates median | Plantation at Leesburg median |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $262K (13 sales) | $180K (7 sales) |
| 2022 | $282K (107 sales) | $206K (22 sales) |
| 2023 | $326K (48 sales) | $252K (9 sales) |
| 2024 | $320K (29 sales) | $229K (24 sales) |
| 2025 | $305K (25 sales) | $217K (29 sales) |
| 2026 | $288K (21 sales) | $200K (29 sales) |
Since 2021, Lake Denham Estates's median sale price is +10% and Plantation at Leesburg's is +11% — Plantation at Leesburg has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Lake Denham Estates | Plantation at Leesburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.9% | 84.5% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,607 sq ft | 1,413 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 17 (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
| Lake Denham Estates | 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 $170K vs $294K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Lake Denham Estates; Plantation at Leesburg trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Plantation at Leesburg (44 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 Lake Denham Estates more expensive than Plantation at Leesburg?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lake Denham Estates is $294,000 versus $170,000 in Plantation at Leesburg, about 73% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lake Denham Estates or Plantation at Leesburg?
Lake Denham Estates: its homes were built 2020–2023 with a median year of 2022, versus a median of 1990 in Plantation at Leesburg (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Lake Denham Estates. The typical home there is 1,645 sq ft of living area, versus 1,440 sq ft in Plantation at Leesburg.
Which has appreciated more, Lake Denham Estates or Plantation at Leesburg?
From 2021 to 2026 the median sale price rose 10% in Lake Denham Estates and 11% in Plantation at Leesburg (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Lake Denham Estates — sellers there received 95.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 84.5% in Plantation at Leesburg.
What high schools serve Lake Denham Estates and Plantation at Leesburg?
Listings in Lake Denham Estates 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: Lake Denham Estates homes, photos & schools · Plantation at Leesburg homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.