LAKES & SPRINGS in YALAHA

LAKES & SPRINGS
Homes for Sale in YALAHA, FL

Community in YALAHA · Lake County · ZIP 34797
81 homesBuilt 1998–2023
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data22 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · LAKES & SPRINGS Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0%
Under contract
Lake: 26% (1,105 of 4,329)
1 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
82%
Owner-occupied · LAKES & SPRINGS
66 of 81 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
18%
Non-owner-occupied · LAKES & SPRINGS
incl. 7% trust or LLC-held · 4% out-of-state
81
Homes in the community
81 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 22 years of records
Est. 1998
Community established
homes built 1998-2023, median 2005 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 12 in 2009
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Lakes Springs Yalaha is a small, established community of 81 homes built between 1998 and 2023, with a median year built of 2005 and a median living area of 3,125 square feet. That combination points to larger-format homes on a build timeline spanning roughly two and a half decades, so buyers will see a real mix of original construction and more recent builds within the same footprint.

With only one active listing at this snapshot, this is a thin market by definition - pricing here is set case by case rather than by a running comparable set. A homestead share of 81.5% suggests most owners have filed for the exemption, which typically signals longer hold periods and less turnover inventory hitting the market at any given time. Sellers should expect limited competing supply; buyers should expect to wait for the right listing rather than choose from several.

Best for

  • Buyers looking for a larger home with a build date somewhere in the 1998 - 2023 range
  • Buyers who want a deed-restricted setting with organized amenities like tennis and racquetball
  • Buyers willing to wait for a listing to surface rather than shop a deep active pool

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need multiple comparable listings to evaluate before deciding
  • Buyers wanting a fast close on a tight timeline in a high-inventory market
  • Buyers who prefer no deed restrictions or vehicle-use limitations

The market around LAKES & SPRINGS

LAKES & SPRINGS is a small community — 63 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 34797, 23 homes are on the market and 35% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of YALAHA.

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

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not LAKES & SPRINGS specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in LAKES & SPRINGS, YALAHA

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 23 listings

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 LAKES & SPRINGS

Live MLS inventory for LAKES & SPRINGS. 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 LAKES & SPRINGS listings as of 2026-08-02, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2004 through 2024. Tap any home to ask about it.

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
  • Leesburg Elementary · Elementary
  • Oak Park Middle · Middle
  • Leesburg High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent LAKES & SPRINGS 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 LAKES & SPRINGS address.

If we were buying in LAKES & SPRINGS 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

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

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 LAKES & SPRINGS.

Best Buy
Buyers set on a larger home in a deed-restricted, low-turnover setting in Yalaha.
Biggest Risk
Inventory is extremely thin, with only one active listing at this snapshot.
Sweet Spot
Buyers comfortable waiting for the right listing rather than choosing among several.
Avoid If
You need a fast timeline or a wide set of comparables to shop against.

A Low-Turnover Community

The build range here - 1998 through 2023, with a median year built of 2005 - means the community was not delivered in one phase. Buyers evaluating a specific home should treat year built as a meaningful variable, since construction standards and finish expectations can shift noticeably between an original-phase home and one built two decades later.

The amenity set reported across MLS listings includes a park, racquetball, tennis courts, vehicle restrictions, and deed restrictions - pointing to a structured, restriction-governed setting rather than an open, amenity-light subdivision. Because this list is drawn from listing data rather than a current HOA document, buyers should confirm exactly what's active and accessible before assuming any amenity is in current use.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in LAKES & SPRINGS. 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 with a single active listing and an 81.5% homestead share does not behave like a typical resale market - there is little public data to lean on, and much of what matters is in the deed restrictions and HOA documents rather than the MLS sheet. We track this kind of low-turnover inventory directly and can walk a buyer or seller through what the restrictions actually mean before an offer is written.

LAKES & SPRINGS in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers set on a larger home in a deed-restricted, low-turnover setting in Yalaha.
Biggest advantageHomes here run bigger than average, with a median living area of 3,125 square feet.
Biggest riskInventory is extremely thin, with only one active listing at this snapshot.
Sweet spotBuyers comfortable waiting for the right listing rather than choosing among several.
Avoid ifYou need a fast timeline or a wide set of comparables to shop against.

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 LAKES & SPRINGS sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

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

$2,182/mo
Lake County typical true cost to own
$146/mo
Lake County typical home insurance
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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.

LAKES & SPRINGS Market Scorecard

Thin data

LAKES & SPRINGS is currently a thin data market. Limited supply, a median asking price of $2,099,000, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

n/a
Months supply
$2,099,000
Median list
n/a
Median sold
$490
Per sqft
68
Days on mkt
1/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 34797 ZIP is $346,039, about 45.8% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · 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

How many homes are in LAKES & SPRINGS?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 81 homes in LAKES & SPRINGS (public records).
What share of LAKES & SPRINGS is owner-occupied?
82% of LAKES & SPRINGS parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in LAKES & SPRINGS built?
Homes in LAKES & SPRINGS were built between 1998 and 2023, with a median year built of 2005 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for LAKES & SPRINGS?
The best agent for LAKES & SPRINGS is one who actively works YALAHA 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 LAKES & SPRINGS.
How do I find a top YALAHA real estate agent who knows LAKES & SPRINGS?
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 LAKES & SPRINGS and the wider YALAHA area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for LAKES & SPRINGS?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your LAKES & SPRINGS purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers looking for a larger home with a build date somewhere in the 1998 - 2023 rangeExcellent fit
Buyers who want a deed-restricted setting with organized amenities like tennis and racquetballExcellent fit
Buyers willing to wait for a listing to surface rather than shop a deep active poolExcellent fit
Buyers who need multiple comparable listings to evaluate before decidingProbably not
Buyers wanting a fast close on a tight timeline in a high-inventory marketProbably not
Buyers who prefer no deed restrictions or vehicle-use limitationsProbably 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 (community parcel extract)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2004 (20 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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