Lake Gertrude
Homes for Sale in Mount Dora, FL
All 346 homes for sale in Mount Dora, FL · median $458,970 · 335 homes for sale in 32757 · Lake County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of November 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Lake Gertrude in Mount Dora, FL, the most recent in April 2026. Across Mount Dora as a whole, 666 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $464,950, 53 median days on market, with 316 homes for sale today. At that median and Lake County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.65 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,740 ($7,070 with the full homestead exemption).
There is no current pricing or inventory data populating from MLS for Lake Gertrude, which itself tells you something: this is a lower-volume, name-recognition pocket of Mount Dora rather than a high-turnover subdivision. Listings here trade on the lake itself and on individual lot and home condition more than on any established community pricing pattern.
Without a steady flow of comparable sales, valuation has to be built home by home — lakefront exposure, lot size, age of construction, and updates carry more weight than they would in a platted subdivision with a consistent resale rhythm. Buyers and sellers should expect a more custom, appraisal-driven conversation rather than a quick comp pull.
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 Lake GertrudeHomes for Sale in Mount Dora, 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
Lake Gertrude is a namesake lake area within Mount Dora, Lake County, where homes sit on or near the water rather than inside a formal HOA-governed subdivision — the current MLS feed shows no organized community amenities tied to the address.
County records show 5 qualified sales in Lake Gertrude across 2024–2025 (2 in 2024, 3 in 2025), median $275,000 — 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 Lake Gertrude is best for.
Best for
- A buyer specifically targeting lake frontage or lake proximity in Mount Dora over a packaged amenity community
- A buyer comfortable doing individual due diligence on utilities, shoreline, and lot condition rather than relying on subdivision norms
- A buyer with flexibility on timeline, given the lower and less predictable listing volume in this pocket
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants HOA-maintained common areas or a defined amenity package
- A buyer who wants a fast, comp-heavy valuation process with abundant recent sales to reference
- A buyer seeking a uniform, single-builder subdivision aesthetic
The market around Lake Gertrude
Lake Gertrude is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32757, 314 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Mount Dora.
Across Lake County, 3,179 homes are active and 1,077 pending (25% under contract).
In ZIP 32757 (Mount Dora), 616 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $472K ($206/sq ft), down 1.6% year over year, with a median 50 days on market. Right now 65 active and 23 pending listings put supply at about 3.0 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32757 housing market and the Lake County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Lake Gertrude specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Lake Gertrude buying strategy.
If we were buying in Lake Gertrude 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 Lake Gertrude.
A lake first, a community second
Unlike many Mount Dora communities built around a shared clubhouse or pool, Lake Gertrude's identity is the lake itself. Homes here tend to be individual builds accumulated over time rather than a single development phased in by one builder, which means architectural style, lot configuration, and lake access vary house to house.
That variability is the trade-off: there is no shared amenity package to standardize expectations, so due diligence on each specific property — septic or sewer, seawall or natural shoreline, direct lake frontage versus lake-view — matters more here than in a typical amenitized subdivision.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Lake Gertrude. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a pocket like Lake Gertrude, where MLS data is thin and no HOA sets a common baseline, the value we bring is manual diligence — pulling permit history, verifying lake access and frontage claims, and building a comp set from outside the immediate area when there isn't enough activity inside it.
Lake Gertrude 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 19, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2026 (1 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 Lake Gertrude
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Lake Gertrude, 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 23 miles southwest of Lake Gertrude, 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 7 miles northwest of Lake Gertrude, 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 18 miles west of Lake Gertrude, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: What Now Orlando - September 2026Development
Lake County approves 2,241-acre Panther Run rezoning for up to 2,624 homes near Clermont
The Lake County Commission voted 3-1 on Sept. 1 to rezone about 2,241 acres in the Wellness Way area, north of Sawgrass Bay Boulevard, for GT Homes. The planned unit development allows up to 2,624 residential units and more than 1 million square feet of non-residential space, with sites reserved for a future public high school and public safety facilities. Plans include extending County Road 455 and about 11 miles of public trails.
What it may mean for the marketThe plan adds long-term housing supply, employment space and new connector roads in south Lake County, with infrastructure planned ahead of residential growth. The project is about 27 miles south of Lake Gertrude, elsewhere in Lake County.
Source: Clermont Sun - 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 1 mile east of Lake Gertrude.
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 1 mile west of Lake Gertrude.
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 Lake Gertrude
Where is Lake Gertrude?
Lake Gertrude is a community in Mount Dora, Lake County, Florida, ZIP 32757.
Are there homes for sale in Lake Gertrude right now?
No active listings inside Lake Gertrude at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Lake Gertrude have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Lake Gertrude in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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| Location | Mount Dora, Lake County, FL · ZIP 32757 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 51 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1912–2024 (median 1973) |
| Typical living area | 2,045 sq ft (median) |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 72% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2026 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Lake Gertrude key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/lake-gertrude, data as of September 20, 2026.
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Lake Gertrude Market Scorecard
Lake Gertrude is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 32757 ZIP is $391,361, about 7.0% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.