HILLTOP SUB 3 in LEESBURG

HILLTOP SUB 3
Homes for Sale in LEESBURG, FL

Community in LEESBURG · Lake County · ZIP 34788
569 homesBuilt 1900–2024
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data12 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · HILLTOP SUB 3 Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
12.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Lake: 26% (1,105 of 4,329)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 4 a year
Ownership and context
66%
Owner-occupied · HILLTOP SUB 3
381 of 575 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
34%
Non-owner-occupied · HILLTOP SUB 3
incl. 9% trust or LLC-held · 7% out-of-state
20%
Cash buyers · HILLTOP SUB 3
1 of 5 sales, 12 mo ending June 2025
569
Homes in the community
plus 6 vacant residential lots · 575 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
Est. 1900
Community established
homes built 1900-2024, median 1981 (FL DOR 2025)
3
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 4 in 2016
0.4%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 569 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Hilltop Sub 3 sits on the older end of the Leesburg housing stock, with a median year built of 1981 and construction dates stretching all the way back to 1900 and as recent as 2024. That spread means condition and updates, not square footage, do most of the work in setting a price here - two houses on the same street can differ enormously depending on whether the roof, systems, and finishes were touched in the last decade or left original.

With only 2 active listings against 8.0 months of supply, this is a thinly traded pocket of the market. The months-supply figure is inflated as much by a slow pace of recent closings as by abundant inventory, so buyers should not read 'buyer-leaning' as a flooded market - it is more that very little is turning over and what does list can sit while it finds the right offer.

HILLTOP SUB 3 Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of August 2, 2026

HILLTOP SUB 3 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 August 2, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 2 closed sales in 12 months).

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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

Hilltop Sub 3 is an established Leesburg subdivision of 569 homes with a median living area of 1,297 square feet, built across more than a century of Lake County development. A homestead share of 66.3% points to a base of longer-term ownership rather than frequent turnover.

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.

Best for

  • A buyer prioritizing a smaller, manageable home footprint over square footage.
  • A buyer willing to do due diligence on a home's specific construction era and condition rather than assume subdivision-wide consistency.
  • A longer-term buyer comfortable in a market where inventory turns over slowly.

Probably not for

  • A buyer who wants organized community amenities as part of the purchase.
  • A buyer needing several comparable active listings to choose from at one time.
  • A buyer seeking a home built in a single, recent construction era with minimal condition variability.

The market around HILLTOP SUB 3

HILLTOP SUB 3 is a small community — 31 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2026 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 34788, 161 homes are on the market and 20% are under contract — a steady corner of LEESBURG.

Across Lake County, 3,224 homes are active and 1,105 pending (26% under contract).

The housing mix here is 70% single family residence, 17% manufactured home - post 1977, 7% mobile home - pre 1976.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not HILLTOP SUB 3 specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in HILLTOP SUB 3, LEESBURG

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 15 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-08-18)

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 HILLTOP SUB 3

Live MLS inventory for HILLTOP SUB 3. 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 HILLTOP SUB 3 listings as of 2026-08-22, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

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

Schools

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

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent HILLTOP SUB 3 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 HILLTOP SUB 3 address.

If we were buying in HILLTOP SUB 3 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 HILLTOP SUB 3.

Best Buy
Buyers focused on an individual house's condition and history rather than a uniform, newly built subdivision.
Biggest Risk
The wide 1900-2024 build range means unrenovated or original-condition homes carry real inspection and update costs.
Sweet Spot
A buyer comfortable evaluating an older home on its individual merits, in a modest 1,297-square-foot size range.
Avoid If
You want a community with organized shared amenities or a consistent, single-era architectural style.

An Older, Thinly Traded Pocket of Leesburg

The defining number here is the year-built range: 1900 to 2024, with a median of 1981. That is not a subdivision built in one phase - it is a patchwork of eras, which means buyers need to evaluate each house on its own construction and update history rather than assume a uniform build quality across the community.

Homes run smaller on average, with a median living area of 1,297 square feet, and no shared community amenities are identified from current MLS listings. This reads as a straightforward, unamenitized housing stock where the value proposition is the house and lot themselves, not a clubhouse or pool. With just 2 active listings at last check, buyers have limited immediate choice, and sellers should expect a smaller pool of directly comparable active competition to price against.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in HILLTOP SUB 3. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A community spanning 1900-era to 2024 construction requires someone who can read a condition report as carefully as a listing sheet. With only 2 homes active at a time, pricing comparables correctly also means looking past the immediate MLS and understanding how the 8.0-month supply and 66.3% homestead share shape realistic timelines for both buying and selling here.

HILLTOP SUB 3 in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers focused on an individual house's condition and history rather than a uniform, newly built subdivision.
Biggest advantageThin competition among active listings can work in a seller's favor when a well-maintained home comes to market.
Biggest riskThe wide 1900-2024 build range means unrenovated or original-condition homes carry real inspection and update costs.
Sweet spotA buyer comfortable evaluating an older home on its individual merits, in a modest 1,297-square-foot size range.
Avoid ifYou want a community with organized shared amenities or a consistent, single-era architectural style.

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 HILLTOP SUB 3 sales matched to your home.

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HILLTOP SUB 3 Market Scorecard

Buyer's market

HILLTOP SUB 3 is currently a buyer's market. About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $140,000, and homes go under contract in about 1 days.

6.0
Months supply
$140,000
Median list
$187,400
Median sold
$152
Per sqft
1
Days on mkt
1/2/2
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HILLTOP SUB 3 a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of August 2, 2026, HILLTOP SUB 3 leans toward buyers: 12.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
How many homes are in HILLTOP SUB 3?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 569 homes plus 6 vacant residential lots in HILLTOP SUB 3 (public records).
What share of HILLTOP SUB 3 is owner-occupied?
66% of HILLTOP SUB 3 parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in HILLTOP SUB 3 built?
Homes in HILLTOP SUB 3 were built between 1900 and 2024, with a median year built of 1981.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in HILLTOP SUB 3?
Cash buyers took 20% of HILLTOP SUB 3 sales in the 12 months ending June 2025 (1 of 5 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for HILLTOP SUB 3?
The best agent for HILLTOP SUB 3 is one who actively works LEESBURG 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 HILLTOP SUB 3.
How do I find a top LEESBURG real estate agent who knows HILLTOP SUB 3?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows HILLTOP SUB 3 and the wider LEESBURG area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for HILLTOP SUB 3?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your HILLTOP SUB 3 purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
A buyer prioritizing a smaller, manageable home footprint over square footage.Excellent fit
A buyer willing to do due diligence on a home's specific construction era and condition rather than assume subdivision-wide consistency.Excellent fit
A longer-term buyer comfortable in a market where inventory turns over slowly.Excellent fit
A buyer who wants organized community amenities as part of the purchase.Probably not
A buyer needing several comparable active listings to choose from at one time.Probably not
A buyer seeking a home built in a single, recent construction era with minimal condition variability.Probably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 2, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (15 streets, ZIP 34748/34788))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (48 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 HILLTOP SUB 3? 2 recorded closings (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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