Leesburg Lake Forest
Homes for Sale in Leesburg, FL

All 669 homes for sale in Leesburg, FL · median $285,000 · 520 homes for sale in 34748 · Lake County homes for sale

Community in Leesburg · Lake County · ZIP 34748
126 homesBuilt 1900–1988
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 16 closed sales in Leesburg Lake Forest Unit 01 in Leesburg, FL since 2014, the most recent in October 2025. Across Leesburg as a whole, 836 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $282,000, 71 median days on market, with 613 homes for sale today. At that median and Lake County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.65 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,690 ($4,020 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Leesburg Lake Forest Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
1
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 1 a year
Ownership and context
69%
Owner-occupied · Leesburg Lake Forest
87 of 126 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
31%
Non-owner-occupied · Leesburg Lake Forest
incl. 11% trust or LLC-held · 3% out-of-state
126
Homes in the community
126 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
6
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $240K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1900
Community established
homes built 1900-1988, median 1955 (FL DOR 2025)
0.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 1 of 126 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Price here is driven by condition, not location premiums. With a median build year of 1955 and stock reaching back to 1900, no two closings are alike — a fully updated home and a deferred-maintenance project can sit on the same block and trade on entirely different terms. Expect a wide spread around the median, and expect the number on any given house to reflect what has and hasn't been touched behind the walls.

This is a small, established pocket of 126 homes with a homestead share near 69%, meaning most of these are held long-term rather than flipped or rented. Turnover is thin, so a seller with a genuinely updated home has room to hold firm, while a buyer should underwrite renovation costs into the offer rather than assuming the median tells the whole story.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Leesburg Lake Forest 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.

1017 CYPRESS STREET
$235K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,167 sqft
1017 CYPRESS STREET
Listed by ENTERA REALTY LLC
1114 OAK DRIVE
$280K · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 2 ba · 2,108 sqft
1114 OAK DRIVE
Listed by SAND DOLLAR REALTY GROUP INC
1005 PERKINS STREET
$270K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,228 sqft
1005 PERKINS STREET
Listed by HOMEPLACE REALTY
906 OAK DRIVE
$199K · 0.2 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,250 sqft
906 OAK DRIVE
Listed by LISTWITHFREEDOM.COM
1102 N PALMETTO STREET
$850K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,278 sqft
1102 N PALMETTO STREET
Listed by LAKEFRONT LIVING REALTY FLORIDA
1100 N PALMETTO STREET
$750K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,765 sqft
1100 N PALMETTO STREET
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST PETE REALTY

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Leesburg Lake Forest Unit 01 is a compact, older enclave in Leesburg where the housing dates mostly to the mid-20th century and the median footprint sits under 1,400 square feet — a place defined by character and condition rather than uniform new construction.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 12 homes in Leesburg Lake Forest that have changed hands since 2014, built between 1953 and 1967 (median 1957), with a median living area of about 1,782 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% 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.

County records show 6 qualified sales in Leesburg Lake Forest across 2024–2025 (4 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $240,000 — 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.

Best for

  • Buyers with a renovation budget who want a smaller mid-century home to make their own
  • Long-hold owner-occupants comfortable in an established, low-turnover pocket
  • Value-minded buyers who will inspect thoroughly and price to condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need new-construction finishes and modern systems out of the box
  • Anyone requiring large square footage or open modern floor plans
  • Short-term buyers expecting quick resale in a thin-turnover market

The market around Leesburg Lake Forest

Leesburg Lake Forest is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 34748, 598 homes are on the market and 18% are under contract — a steady corner of Leesburg.

Across Lake County, 3,234 homes are active and 1,077 pending (25% under contract).

In ZIP 34748 (Leesburg), 1,072 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $290K ($161/sq ft), down 2.6% year over year, with a median 70 days on market. Right now 240 active and 63 pending listings put supply at about 5.0 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 34748 housing market and the Lake County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Leesburg Lake Forest specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Leesburg Lake Forest 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 Leesburg Lake Forest.

Best Buy
Buyers comfortable with older homes and willing to underwrite condition.
Biggest Risk
Mid-century-and-older stock means renovation costs vary widely.
Sweet Spot
An already-updated home bought at a condition-honest price.
Avoid If
You want move-in-ready new construction with predictable pricing.

An older pocket where condition is everything

The build range spans 1900 to 1988, with the median at 1955. That is a meaningful spread: you are looking at pre-war construction alongside post-war and later infill, and the systems, footprints, and finishes vary accordingly. Median living area of roughly 1,398 square feet points to modest, right-sized homes rather than sprawling floor plans. Inspect carefully — roof, electrical, plumbing, and any additions are where the real cost differences live.

With only 126 homes and a homestead share near 69%, this is a stable, owner-occupied core rather than a churn market. Inventory is limited by design, which can favor patient sellers and test the patience of buyers waiting for the right updated home to surface.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this small and this condition-driven, the median is a starting point, not an answer. We walk the specific home with you, price against what's actually been updated versus deferred, and help you avoid overpaying for cosmetics or underpricing a genuinely renovated house. Thin turnover rewards preparation on both sides of the table.

Leesburg Lake Forest in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers comfortable with older homes and willing to underwrite condition.
Biggest advantageA stable, owner-occupied core with limited turnover.
Biggest riskMid-century-and-older stock means renovation costs vary widely.
Sweet spotAn already-updated home bought at a condition-honest price.
Avoid ifYou want move-in-ready new construction with predictable pricing.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Leesburg Lake Forest homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Leesburg Lake Forest.
In short
  • 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.

The takeaway

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

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Leesburg Lake Forest key facts
LocationLeesburg, Lake County, FL · ZIP 34748
Homes in the community126 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1900–1988 (median 1955)
Typical living area1,398 sq ft (median)
Owner-occupied (homestead) share69%

Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2014 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Leesburg Lake Forest key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/leesburg-lake-forest-unit-01, data as of September 20, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in Leesburg Lake Forest Unit 01, 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 4 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-14 → 2026-10-04)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Leesburg Lake Forest?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 126 homes in Leesburg Lake Forest (public records).
What share of Leesburg Lake Forest is owner-occupied?
69% of Leesburg Lake Forest parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Leesburg Lake Forest built?
Homes in Leesburg Lake Forest were built between 1900 and 1988, with a median year built of 1955 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Leesburg Lake Forest?
The best agent for Leesburg Lake Forest 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 Leesburg Lake Forest.
How do I find a top Leesburg real estate agent who knows Leesburg Lake Forest?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Leesburg Lake Forest and the wider Leesburg area.
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Where is Leesburg Lake Forest, and what county is it in?
Leesburg Lake Forest is in Leesburg, Lake County, FL, ZIP 34748. The community's center is about 4 miles south of the center of Leesburg (straight-line).
Buyers with a renovation budget who want a smaller mid-century home to make their ownExcellent fit
Long-hold owner-occupants comfortable in an established, low-turnover pocketExcellent fit
Value-minded buyers who will inspect thoroughly and price to conditionExcellent fit
Buyers who need new-construction finishes and modern systems out of the boxProbably not
Anyone requiring large square footage or open modern floor plansProbably not
Short-term buyers expecting quick resale in a thin-turnover marketProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 34748))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (16 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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