Forest Lake Estates Apopka in Port Richey

Forest Lake Estates Apopka
Homes for Sale in Port Richey, FL

All 331 homes for sale in Port Richey, FL · median $249,900 · Pasco County homes for sale

Community in Port Richey · Pasco County · ZIP 33540
Median sale $307K
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Live Market Pulse
39/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2013 → 2026 · 82 at the 2022 peak
0 is Forest Lake Estates Apopka's coldest market since 2013, 100 its hottest. Today: 39. How it's scored
Built fromLive Stellar MLS data15 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, forest lake estates in Port Richey, FL has 3 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-12, 13 recorded sales closed at a median of $307,000, $172 per square foot, a median 40 days on market, sellers accepting 97% of original asking (-15% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 2017 - 2019; 6 of 6 report an HOA (median $92/mo); none of the 6 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 158 ft). At the median price and Pasco County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.15 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,960 ($4,310 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Forest Lake Estates Apopka Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$307K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 14.7% vs the prior 12 months
-14.7%
1-yr price change
n = 13 and 7 sales in the two windows
$172/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $199 in 2023
97.1%
Sale vs ask
Pasco median: 95.5%
+221%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $96K median in 2012
Tempo
12.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
40days
Median DOM · closed
9 days at the 2021 low
0%
Under contract
Pasco: 23% (1,285 of 5,667)
3 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
13
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 7 a year
Track record · 15 years of records
1,862sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales

Homes For Sale Right Now in Forest Lake Estates Apopka

Live MLS inventory for Forest Lake Estates Apopka. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Forest Lake Estates Apopka listings as of 2026-09-14, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2011 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Forest Lake Estates Apopka Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Forest Lake Estates Apopka right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of September 12, 2026. Confidence: High (3 active and pending listings, 13 closed sales in 12 months).

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($307K) is down 14.7% from the prior 12 months ($360K) and up 221% since 2012. With about 7 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12. Confidence: Medium (13 and 7 sales in the two windows).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated September 15, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Forest Lake Estates Apopka market snapshot (as of September 12, 2026): the median sale price is about $307K ($172 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 40 days on market for closed sales, and 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is down 15% from the prior 12 months and up 221% since 2012, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (13 closings in the current window).

In ZIP 33540 (Port Richey), 577 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $340K ($177/sq ft), down 5.3% year over year, with a median 45 days on market. Right now 68 active and 13 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months - a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33540 housing market and the Pasco County market.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 149 homes in forest lake estates that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1978 and 1994 (median 1982), with a median living area of about 1,669 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 95% 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.

Windows contain 0 to 16 sales each (13 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2011 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$100K$200K$300K20122014201620182020202220242026
Down 14.7% year over year; up 221% since 2012.
Every sale since 2011 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K$600K2k4k6k
102 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$50$100$150$20020122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $46 in 2012 to a $199 peak in 2023; $172 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
05010020122014201620182020202220242026
9 days at the 2021 low; 40 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
80%90%100%20122014201620182020202220242026
97.1% now vs Pasco 95.5%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
05101520122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 16 a year; 13 in the current window.
Indexed since 2012 · Forest Lake Estates Apopka vs Pasco
100200300400Pasco +278%Forest Lake Estates Apopka +221%20122014201620182020202220242026
Same Stellar MLS record, indexed to 100 at 2012.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning20142016202220242026
82 at the 2022 peak, 15 in the troughs, 39 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Orange County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,447/mo
Orange County typical true cost to own
$117/mo
Orange County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

FOREST LAKE ESTATES Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

FOREST LAKE ESTATES is currently a strong buyer's market. About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $664,900, and homes go under contract in about 37 days.

12.0
Months supply
$664,900
Median list
$485,000
Median sold
$192
Per sqft
37
Days on mkt
3/0/3
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32703 ZIP is $358,391, about 2.2% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Housing distress & ownership in FOREST LAKE ESTATES, APOPKA

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
10.0%
1 of 10 listings · short sale 1
Distress share trend - 10.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-09-11)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Community amenities as reported across Stellar MLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Pasco County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Prairie Lake Elementary · Elementary
  • Ocoee Middle · Middle
  • Ocoee High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Forest Lake Estates Apopka listings and can change; always confirm with Pasco County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Forest Lake Estates Apopka address.

If we were buying in Forest Lake Estates Apopka today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Forest Lake Estates Apopka.

A closer look at the Forest Lake Estates Apopka market

At a median of $172 per square foot, Forest Lake Estates Apopka prices sit in a fairly defined band, so condition and updates — more than the list price — tend to separate one home from the next.

Inventory runs at 12.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market and the trailing-12-month median down 15% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 40 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Forest Lake Estates Apopka. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
5.1C · Buy Score
Long-Term Appreciation10.0/10
Recent Direction2.3/10
Liquidity & Demand0.0/10
Pricing Power8.1/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (5.1). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +221% since 2012; Recent Direction -14.7% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 12.0 months of supply; Pricing Power 97.1% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA dues reported around $92/month (about $1,104/yr) · median of 18 MLS listings, most billed quarterly
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $92 per month ($1,104 a year) - the median AssociationFee across 18 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed quarterly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-09.

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Forest Lake Estates Apopka sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Forest Lake Estates Apopka?
The median sale price in Forest Lake Estates Apopka was $307K over the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 (13 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in Forest Lake Estates Apopka take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending September 12, 2026 took a median 40 days on market (13 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is Forest Lake Estates Apopka a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 12, 2026, Forest Lake Estates Apopka leans toward buyers: 12.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
Have Forest Lake Estates Apopka home prices gone up?
The trailing-12-month median is up 221% since 2012, from $96K to $307K (Stellar MLS closed records).
Who is the best real estate agent for Forest Lake Estates Apopka?
The best agent for Forest Lake Estates Apopka is one who actively works Port Richey and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Forest Lake Estates Apopka.
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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 14, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 12, 2026
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2011 (102 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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Thinking of selling in forest lake estates? 13 recorded closings; median 40 days on market (window ending 2026-09-12). See the Pasco County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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