Deerwood Farms
Homes for Sale in Sorrento, FL
All 75 homes for sale in Sorrento, FL · median $509,610 · 63 homes for sale in 32776 · Lake County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, the MLS records 6 closed sales in Deerwood Farms in Sorrento, FL since 2006, the most recent in June 2026. Across Sorrento as a whole, 157 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $419,000, 44 median days on market, with 62 homes for sale today. At that median and Lake County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.65 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,970 ($6,310 with the full homestead exemption).
Deerwood Farms Sorrento is a small, tightly held pocket of Lake County - just 14 homes total, and at this snapshot there are zero active listings. That kind of scarcity means pricing here isn't set by a live market of comparable choices; it's set home by home, whenever an owner decides to sell.
With a homestead share near 78.6%, most of these properties are owner-occupied rather than held as rentals or second homes, which tends to correlate with longer hold periods and fewer listings hitting the market in any given year. Buyers interested in this community should plan to watch it patiently and move decisively when something does come up, since there's rarely a second option sitting right behind it.
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 Deerwood Farms right now. These are the 5 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
This is a compact, established enclave built out between 1961 and 1998, with a median year built of 1986 - putting the typical home at a construction era distinct from newer Lake County subdivisions. At a median 2,229 square feet of living space, homes here skew toward larger, settled floor plans rather than starter-sized product.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 5 homes in Deerwood Farms that have changed hands since 2018, built between 1980 and 2003 (median 1997), with a median living area of about 2,564 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
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 Deerwood Farms is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who value long-term stability and are comfortable monitoring a small community for months until something lists.
- Buyers seeking a larger, older-build home with established landscaping and lot size rather than new construction.
- Buyers who want golf-cart-friendly local mobility, pending HOA verification of current rules.
Probably not for
- Buyers who want to compare multiple active listings before deciding.
- Buyers on a hard purchase deadline who can't wait for scarce inventory to surface.
- Buyers seeking a recently built home, given the community's 1961 - 1998 build range.
The market around Deerwood Farms
Deerwood Farms is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32776, 107 homes are on the market and 23% are under contract — a steady corner of Sorrento.
Across Lake County, 3,234 homes are active and 1,077 pending (25% under contract).
In ZIP 32776 (Sorrento), 78 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $335K ($212/sq ft), down 3.8% year over year, with a median 45 days on market. Right now 12 active and 6 pending listings put supply at about 1.8 months - a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32776 housing market and the Lake County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Deerwood Farms specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Life at Deerwood Farms
- Golf Carts OK · reported on 1 of 1 listings
Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
Recent Developments in Deerwood Farms
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Deerwood Farms, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Parks & Amenities
Groveland takes ownership of historic downtown train depot
The city now owns its 101-year-old downtown depot after nearly 20 years of effort and has budgeted $500,000 for a first restoration phase starting in 2027. Long-term plans include an event space, a brick plaza, a downtown gateway and links to nearby trails.
What it may mean for the marketA restored depot and plaza would add a public gathering space and trail connection to downtown Groveland. The project is about 29 miles southwest of Deerwood Farms, elsewhere in Lake County.
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 14 miles west of Deerwood Farms, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: ClickOrlando (WKMG) - October 2026Retail & Dining
Pinsa Fire plans Roman-style pinsa restaurant on West Main Street in Leesburg
State permit records show Pinsa Fire planning a restaurant at 404 W. Main St., with the owner targeting a spring 2027 opening. It would be the concept's second location, after Clermont, and its first in Lake County's Leesburg.
What it may mean for the marketA new independent restaurant would add a dining option in downtown Leesburg by spring 2027. The project is about 25 miles west of Deerwood Farms, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: What Now Orlando - 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 site is about 6 miles west of Deerwood Farms.
Source: Spectrum News 13 - 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 site is about 8 miles west of Deerwood Farms.
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.
The Deerwood Farms buying strategy.
If we were buying in Deerwood Farms 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 Deerwood Farms.
A small footprint, built out over decades
The spread from 1961 to 1998 tells you this community wasn't built in a single phase - it filled in gradually over roughly four decades, which means finished condition, updates, and systems age will vary meaningfully from one house to the next even within the same street. A buyer touring here should expect to evaluate each property on its own maintenance history rather than assuming a uniform build standard across the community.
Golf carts are reported as permitted across this community's MLS listings, which is worth noting as a lifestyle detail for anyone weighing how they'll get around locally, but it should be verified directly with the HOA before you factor it into a purchase decision. With only 14 homes in the entire inventory and none currently active, this is not a community where you browse multiple options side by side - it's one where you identify the community first and then wait for your shot.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Deerwood Farms. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 14-home community with no active listings, there's no MLS search that does the work for you - it takes direct outreach, off-market awareness, and a broker who tracks small Lake County pockets like this one before a sign ever goes up. That's the kind of legwork we do.
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| Location | Sorrento, Lake County, FL · ZIP 32776 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 14 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1961–1998 (median 1986.0) |
| Typical living area | 2,229 sq ft (median) |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Golf Carts OK |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 79% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Deerwood Farms key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/deerwood-farms-sorrento, data as of September 20, 2026.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 12, 2026) |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32776)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2006 (6 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.
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