Bear Lake Heights
Homes for Sale in Deland, FL
All 526 homes for sale in Deland, FL · median $370,000 · 16 homes for sale in 32720 · Lake County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, the MLS records 10 closed sales in Bear Lake Heights in Deland, FL since 2005, the most recent in February 2025. Across Deland as a whole, 19 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $325,000, 50 median days on market, with 541 homes for sale today. At that median and Lake County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.65 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,410 ($4,740 with the full homestead exemption).
Bear Lake Heights sits in Deland, in Lake County, and the current MLS snapshot does not carry pricing, days-on-market, or inventory figures we can report with confidence. That is not unusual for smaller or lower-turnover pockets of the market — it simply means there is not enough active listing volume right now to generate a reliable read on price trend or pace.
For a buyer or seller, that translates into one practical point: pricing here has to be built from a direct comparison of whatever is actually listed or has recently closed nearby, not from a community-wide average. Anyone serious about this street needs a pulled-that-morning comp set rather than a general market narrative.
Figures in this note are as of July 21, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Bear Lake HeightsHomes for Sale in Deland, FL right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Bear Lake Heights is a Deland community in Lake County; the current MLS feed does not show any community amenities tied to active listings, so anything beyond the home itself should be confirmed directly rather than assumed.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 14 homes in Bear Lake Heights that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1946 and 2023 (median 2007), with a median living area of about 1,152 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 3 qualified sales in Bear Lake Heights across 2025–2025, median $197,500 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Bear Lake Heights is best for.
Best for
- A buyer focused on a specific home in Deland who is comfortable having pricing built from hand-pulled comps rather than a community average
- A seller who wants a listing strategy based on direct comparison to recent nearby closings, not a generic neighborhood report
- Someone who wants to be in Lake County near Deland and is not depending on a documented community amenity package
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants a confirmed clubhouse, pool, or similar shared amenity already documented before they'll consider a community
- Someone who wants to rely on a published median price or days-on-market figure before making a decision
- A buyer unwilling to independently verify HOA terms or restrictions given the limited public listing detail
The market around Bear Lake Heights
Bear Lake Heights is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32720, 205 homes are on the market and 29% are under contract — a steady corner of Deland.
Across Lake County, 3,179 homes are active and 1,077 pending (25% under contract).
In ZIP 32720 (Deland), 273 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $434K ($217/sq ft), up 3.4% year over year, with a median 58 days on market. Right now 325 active and 137 pending listings put supply at about 6.6 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32720 housing market and the Lake County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Bear Lake Heights specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Bear Lake Heights buying strategy.
If we were buying in Bear Lake Heights today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Bear Lake Heights.
What "no amenities identified" actually tells you
When a community shows no identified amenities in current listings, it usually means one of two things: the neighborhood is built around individual lots without a shared clubhouse, pool, or gate system, or the listings simply have not documented anything of that kind recently. Either way, it is a flag to verify rather than a conclusion to draw — HOA structure, any shared facilities, and deed restrictions should be confirmed through the listing agent or association documents before a buyer counts on them.
The same logic applies to price and pace here. Without a current median, day-on-market figure, or inventory count to cite, the honest approach is to treat every listing in Bear Lake Heights as its own data point, priced against specific recent sales pulled at the time of the offer, not against a community trend line that does not yet exist in the feed.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bear Lake Heights. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where the public feed does not surface aggregate stats, the work shifts to direct diligence — pulling current listings and closed comps by hand, confirming HOA and amenity status with the listing side, and pricing off what is actually on the ground rather than a market-wide summary. That is the level of legwork we put in before we advise a number.
Bear Lake Heights in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 16, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2005 (10 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Recent Developments in Bear Lake Heights
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Bear Lake Heights, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Costco and about 300 apartments planned for Seminole Towne Center site in Sanford
Ardent Companies plans to redevelop the Seminole Towne Center mall property along I-4 with a Costco as anchor, possibly opening by the end of 2027. About 300 multifamily units are planned across the street, and some existing stores such as Dillard's and Dick's Sporting Goods could stay. Demolition details are still being finalized.
What it may mean for the marketA warehouse-club anchor plus new apartments would add retail access and rental inventory along the I-4 corridor in Sanford, with construction and retail jobs expected through 2027. The site is about 1 mile northwest of Bear Lake Heights.
Source: ClickOrlando (WKMG) - October 2026Civic
Eustis weighs land-use change for waterfront Community Center as second redevelopment offer arrives
The city proposes changing the 601 Northshore Drive Community Center parcel from Public Institution to Commercial Business District, with first-reading hearings set for Nov. 5. A roughly $70 million Aquilo Waterfront District concept with a boutique hotel, residences and restaurants is under review, and the city confirmed a second proposal. No sale or developer selection has been approved.
What it may mean for the marketA commercial designation on the Lake Eustis waterfront could open the door to hotel, dining and housing uses downtown, while any change to Community Center access remains undecided. The project is about 23 miles west of Bear Lake Heights, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: ClickOrlando (WKMG) - August 2026Parks & Amenities
Lake County approves buying 11 miles of CSX rail corridor for Wekiva Trail extension
Lake County commissioners voted to buy an 11-mile CSX rail corridor to extend the Wekiva Trail from Sorrento toward Mount Dora, Eustis and Leesburg. Property costs exceed $20 million, funded by the Lake Forever bond, an expected Florida Communities Trust grant and other sources. The final purchase agreement waits on the outcome of the November property tax amendment.
What it may mean for the marketA continuous trail linking Sorrento, Mount Dora, Eustis and Leesburg would add recreation and non-car connections across north Lake County. The project is about 15 miles west of Bear Lake Heights, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: Spectrum News 13 - August 2026Development
Seminole County approves land use change and rezoning for 144,000 sq ft Sanford Commerce Center
The Board of County Commissioners adopted an ordinance changing the future land use and zoning for the roughly 17.23-acre Sanford Commerce Center along Orange Boulevard. The project plans 144,000 square feet of flex space. Conditions include operating hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., enhanced buffering and dumpster and large-vehicle parking requirements.
What it may mean for the marketThe project would add flex industrial and small-business space in the Sanford area, with operating limits meant to manage nearby impacts. The site is about 2 miles north of Bear Lake Heights.
Source: Citizen Portal - July 2026Retail & Dining
Seminole Towne Center set for 700 million dollar redevelopment with Costco
Ardent Companies is redeveloping the Seminole Towne Center in Sanford in a project valued around 700 million dollars, described as the largest commercial redevelopment in Seminole County history. Plans include the largest Costco in Central Florida at over 156,000 square feet, about 300 apartments, and new retail. Demolition was scheduled for July 2026 with the Costco expected to open in early 2027.
What it may mean for the marketConverts a long dormant mall site into a mixed use center anchored by a large format Costco, new retail, and about 300 apartments, reshaping a major Seminole County commercial node. The site is about 3 miles northwest of Bear Lake Heights.
Source: WFTV - March 2025Development
Lake County approves rezoning for the Wolf Branch Innovation District near Mount Dora
Lake County approved a rezoning for the Wolf Branch Innovation District, a large mixed-use employment district planned near Mount Dora and State Road 46, clearing the way for a long-term jobs and commercial hub in east Lake County.
What it may mean for the marketA large new employment and mixed-use district near Mount Dora points to long-term job growth in east Lake County, a structural demand driver for housing in the surrounding area. The project is about 18 miles west of Bear Lake Heights, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: GrowthSpotter
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
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Common questions about Bear Lake Heights
Where is Bear Lake Heights?
Bear Lake Heights is a community in Deland, Lake County, Florida, ZIP 32720.
Are there homes for sale in Bear Lake Heights right now?
No active listings inside Bear Lake Heights at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Bear Lake Heights have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Bear Lake Heights in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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| Location | Deland, Lake County, FL · ZIP 32720 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 36 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1960–2024 (median 2000) |
| Typical living area | 1,248 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 61% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Bear Lake Heights key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/bear-lake-heights, data as of September 20, 2026.
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