HIDDEN RIVER LAKES in TAVARES

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES
Homes for Sale in TAVARES, FL

Community in TAVARES · Lake County · ZIP 32778
78 homesBuilt 2021–2024Median sale $737K
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Live · HIDDEN RIVER LAKES Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$737K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 37.5% vs the prior 12 months
-37.5%
1-yr price change
n = 4 and 3 sales in the two windows
$335/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $433 in 2025
94.2%
Sale vs ask
Tempo
9.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
85days
Median DOM · closed
2 days at the 2025 low
0%
Under contract
Lake: 26% (1,105 of 4,329)
3 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
4
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 3 a year
Ownership and context
32%
Owner-occupied · HIDDEN RIVER LAKES
25 of 78 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
68%
Non-owner-occupied · HIDDEN RIVER LAKES
incl. 20% trust or LLC-held · 5% out-of-state
0%
Cash buyers · HIDDEN RIVER LAKES
0 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2026
78
Homes in the community
78 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 3 years of records
Est. 2021
Community established
homes built 2021-2024, median 2023 (FL DOR 2025)
2
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 9 in 2022
2,016sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
5.1%/yr
Turnover rate
about 4 of 78 homes trade a year
HIDDEN RIVER LAKES Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 9.0 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 August 2, 2026. Confidence: Medium (3 active and pending listings, 4 closed sales in 12 months).

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($737K) is down 37.5% from the prior 12 months ($1.18M). With about 2 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 August 2. Confidence: Low (4 and 3 sales in the two windows).

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Updated August 2, 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

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $737K ($335 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 85 days on market for closed sales, and 9.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market. The trailing-12-month median is down 38% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES is a community of 78 homes in TAVARES, Lake County, built between 2021 and 2024 (median 2023), with a median living area of about 2,925 square feet. 32% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Windows contain 1 to 4 sales each (4 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 2023 through 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
0258202220242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 9 quit in 2022; 2 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

HIDDEN RIVER LAKES is currently a strong buyer's market. About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,075,000, and homes go under contract in about 5 days.

12.0
Months supply
$1,075,000
Median list
$775,000
Median sold
$347
Per sqft
5
Days on mkt
3/1/3
Active/Pend/Sold

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

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

Housing distress & ownership in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES, TAVARES

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

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 5 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-08-24)

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 August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES

Live MLS inventory for HIDDEN RIVER LAKES. 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 HIDDEN RIVER LAKES listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2023 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

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
  • Lake County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Tavares Elem · Elementary
  • Tavares Middle · Middle
  • Tavares High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent HIDDEN RIVER LAKES listings and can change; always confirm with Lake County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any HIDDEN RIVER LAKES address.

If we were buying in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES 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 HIDDEN RIVER LAKES.

A closer look at the HIDDEN RIVER LAKES market

At a median of $335 per square foot, HIDDEN RIVER LAKES 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 9.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market and the trailing-12-month median down 38% year over year. Homes that do trade take a median 85 days on market, useful leverage on any listing that has lingered.

The housing stock is 78 homes built between 2021 and 2024, and 32% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
2.6D · Buy Score
Recent Direction0.0/10
Liquidity & Demand1.0/10
Owner Commitment3.2/10
Pricing Power6.2/10

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 (2.6). Basis: Recent Direction -37.5% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 9.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 32% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 94.2% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA. Confirm current dues
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed HIDDEN RIVER LAKES sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES?
The median sale price in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES was $737K over the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 (4 closed sales, Stellar MLS).
How long do homes in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending August 2, 2026 took a median 85 days on market (4 sales, Stellar MLS).
Is HIDDEN RIVER LAKES a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, HIDDEN RIVER LAKES leans toward buyers: 9.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 78 homes in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES (public records).
What share of HIDDEN RIVER LAKES is owner-occupied?
32% of HIDDEN RIVER LAKES parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES built?
Homes in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES were built between 2021 and 2024, with a median year built of 2023 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES?
Cash buyers took 0% of HIDDEN RIVER LAKES sales in the 12 months ending June 2026 (0 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for HIDDEN RIVER LAKES?
The best agent for HIDDEN RIVER LAKES is one who actively works TAVARES 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 HIDDEN RIVER LAKES.
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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Community market statsStellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2023 (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.

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Thinking of selling in HIDDEN RIVER LAKES? 4 recorded closings; median 85 days on market (window ending 2026-08-02). See the Lake 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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