Magnolia Pointe vs Reserve at Minneola
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-12.
| Metric | Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $310K | $478K |
| Price per sq ft | $203 | $217 |
| Avg days on market | 86 days | 69 days |
| Months of supply | 1.8 mo | 4.3 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 53 | 25 |
The verdict
Reserve at Minneola carries the higher median price — about 54% above Magnolia Pointe. Homes in Reserve at Minneola sell faster (69 days on market vs 86). Magnolia Pointe is the tighter market on inventory (1.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Clermont | Minneola |
| ZIP | 32784, 34711 | 34711, 34715 |
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
| Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 8 | 9 |
| Under contract | 3 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $270K to $360K | $389K to $575K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 4 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Magnolia Pointe homes for sale · Reserve at Minneola homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 522 | 182 |
| Built | 1998–2024 (median 2005) | 2008–2014 (median 2010) |
| Typical living area | 1,944 sq ft | 2,086 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 55% | 75% |
| Vacant lots | 137 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Magnolia Pointe median | Reserve at Minneola median |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $137K (5 sales) | $210K (8 sales) |
| 2014 | $220K (8 sales) | $218K (9 sales) |
| 2016 | $224K (4 sales) | $285K (9 sales) |
| 2017 | $241K (10 sales) | $275K (15 sales) |
| 2019 | $262K (5 sales) | $350K (3 sales) |
| 2022 | $340K (12 sales) | $415K (3 sales) |
| 2024 | $364K (12 sales) | $502K (4 sales) |
| 2026 | $314K (49 sales) | $440K (3 sales) |
Since 2013, Magnolia Pointe's median sale price is +129% and Reserve at Minneola's is +110% — Magnolia Pointe has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.3% | 89.3% |
| New-construction share of sales | 86% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,665 sq ft | 1,930 sq ft |
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
| Magnolia Pointe | Reserve at Minneola | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Grassy Lake Elementary |
| Middle | not reported | East Ridge Middle |
| High school | not reported | Lake Minneola 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, Magnolia Pointe is the lower entry point (median $310K vs $478K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Reserve at Minneola; Magnolia Pointe trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Reserve at Minneola (69 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 Reserve at Minneola more expensive than Magnolia Pointe?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Reserve at Minneola is $478,000 versus $310,000 in Magnolia Pointe, about 54% higher.
Which has newer homes, Magnolia Pointe or Reserve at Minneola?
Reserve at Minneola: its homes were built 2008–2014 with a median year of 2010, versus a median of 2005 in Magnolia Pointe (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Magnolia Pointe or Reserve at Minneola?
From 2013 to 2026 the median sale price rose 129% in Magnolia Pointe and 110% in Reserve at Minneola (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Magnolia Pointe — sellers there received 96.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 89.3% in Reserve at Minneola.
Go deeper on each: Magnolia Pointe homes, photos & schools · Reserve at Minneola homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.