Plantation at Leesburg vs Seasons at Lakeside Forest
Two Lake communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-14.
| Metric | Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $170K | $400K |
| Price per sq ft | $136 | $187 |
| Avg days on market | 25 days | 299 days |
| Months of supply | 2.4 mo | 0.5 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 25 |
The verdict
Seasons at Lakeside Forest carries the higher median price — about 135% above Plantation at Leesburg. Homes in Plantation at Leesburg sell faster (25 days on market vs 299). Seasons at Lakeside Forest is the tighter market on inventory (0.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
Plantation at Leesburg and Seasons at Lakeside Forest are about 6 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Lake County.
| Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Lake County, FL | Lake County, FL |
| City / area | Leesburg | Tavares |
| ZIP | 34748 | 32778 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 70% of 20 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 92% of 13 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
| Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 7 | 1 |
| Under contract | 3 | 0 |
| Asking prices today | $160K to $335K | $490K to $490K |
| Property types listed | Manufactured Home, Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Plantation at Leesburg homes for sale · Seasons at Lakeside Forest homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 240 | 110 |
| Built | 1986–2006 (median 1990) | 2023–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 1,440 sq ft | 2,053 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 69% | 34% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 33 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Plantation at Leesburg median | Seasons at Lakeside Forest median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $229K (24 sales) | $445K (54 sales) |
| 2025 | $217K (29 sales) | $469K (31 sales) |
| 2026 | $200K (29 sales) | $400K (24 sales) |
Since 2024, Plantation at Leesburg's median sale price is -13% and Seasons at Lakeside Forest's is -10% — Seasons at Lakeside Forest has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 84.5% | 89.9% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 92% |
| Typical sold home | 1,413 sq ft | 2,070 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
| Plantation at Leesburg | Seasons at Lakeside Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Leesburg Elementary | not reported |
| Middle | Oak Park Middle | not reported |
| High school | Leesburg High | not reported |
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 $400K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Seasons at Lakeside Forest; Plantation at Leesburg trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Plantation at Leesburg (25 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 Seasons at Lakeside Forest more expensive than Plantation at Leesburg?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Seasons at Lakeside Forest is $400,000 versus $170,000 in Plantation at Leesburg, about 135% higher.
How far apart are Plantation at Leesburg and Seasons at Lakeside Forest?
About 6 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Lake County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Plantation at Leesburg or Seasons at Lakeside Forest?
Seasons at Lakeside Forest: its homes were built 2023–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1990 in Plantation at Leesburg (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Seasons at Lakeside Forest. The typical home there is 2,053 sq ft of living area, versus 1,440 sq ft in Plantation at Leesburg.
Which has appreciated more, Plantation at Leesburg or Seasons at Lakeside Forest?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -13% in Plantation at Leesburg and -10% in Seasons at Lakeside Forest (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Seasons at Lakeside Forest — sellers there received 89.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 84.5% in Plantation at Leesburg.
Go deeper on each: Plantation at Leesburg homes, photos & schools · Seasons at Lakeside Forest homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.