Manhattan Sec 10
Homes for Sale in Astor, FL

Community in Astor · Lake County
24 homesBuilt 1973–2009
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data12 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
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Ownership and context
52%
Owner-occupied · Manhattan Sec 10
13 of 25 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
48%
Non-owner-occupied · Manhattan Sec 10
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 12% out-of-state
24
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 25 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
Est. 1973
Community established
homes built 1973-2009, median 1983 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 3 in 2013
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

This is a small, tightly held pocket of Astor — 24 homes total — where pricing is going to be driven almost entirely by individual condition and updates rather than by any broad market trend. With a median year built of 1983 and a range stretching from 1973 to 2009, you're looking at a mix of original-era construction and later infill, so two homes on the same street can present very differently.

Just over half of these homes (52%) are homesteaded, which points to a base of longer-term ownership rather than heavy investor or short-term turnover activity. For a buyer, that usually means fewer listings at any given time and less pressure to compete on volume — but it also means patience matters, since inventory here doesn't turn over quickly.

Best for

  • Buyers wanting a smaller, efficient home footprint around 1,650 square feet
  • Buyers comfortable doing due diligence on a home built anywhere between 1973 and 2009
  • Buyers who don't need clubhouse, pool, or gated amenities as part of the purchase

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a community with organized amenities or shared recreational space
  • Buyers seeking a uniform build era or consistent construction style across the section
  • Buyers expecting frequent listing turnover given the small total inventory of 24 homes

The market around Manhattan Sec 10

Manhattan Sec 10 is a small community — 15 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Lake County, 3,176 homes are active and 1,107 pending (26% under contract).

The housing mix here is 58% manufactured home - post 1977, 17% single family residence, 17% manufactured home.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Manhattan Sec 10 specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Manhattan Sec 10 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 Manhattan Sec 10.

Best Buy
Buyers looking for a modest-footprint home in Astor without amenity fees attached.
Biggest Risk
Wide build-year spread (1973–2009) means system age and condition vary sharply home to home.
Sweet Spot
Buyers comfortable evaluating condition case-by-case rather than expecting uniform construction.
Avoid If
You want community amenities or a planned-development structure — none are identified here.

A Small Pocket, Not a Planned Community

With only 24 homes in inventory, Manhattan Sec 10 doesn't behave like a large subdivision with a consistent build style or shared HOA-driven amenities. Current MLS data shows no community amenities identified, which tells buyers this is a plain residential footprint — value here comes from the home and lot themselves, not from a clubhouse, gate, or shared recreation space.

The build years span more than three decades, from 1973 to 2009, with a median year built of 1983. That range matters practically: older sections of the community will carry more original systems and finishes, while later-built homes may reflect more recent construction standards. At a median living area of 1,650 square feet, homes here skew toward a modest, efficient footprint rather than larger-format construction.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Manhattan Sec 10. 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 community this small, generic market data doesn't tell you much — the difference between homes here comes down to condition, age of systems, and how a specific property was maintained. We look at each listing individually against the community's build-year spread and ownership pattern rather than leaning on broad averages, so you understand exactly what you're buying and why it's priced the way it is.

Manhattan Sec 10 in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers looking for a modest-footprint home in Astor without amenity fees attached.
Biggest advantageA high share of homesteaded ownership (52%) suggests a settled, low-turnover setting.
Biggest riskWide build-year spread (1973–2009) means system age and condition vary sharply home to home.
Sweet spotBuyers comfortable evaluating condition case-by-case rather than expecting uniform construction.
Avoid ifYou want community amenities or a planned-development structure — none are identified here.

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 Manhattan Sec 10 sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Manhattan Sec 10?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 24 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in Manhattan Sec 10 (public records).
What share of Manhattan Sec 10 is owner-occupied?
52% of Manhattan Sec 10 parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Manhattan Sec 10 built?
Homes in Manhattan Sec 10 were built between 1973 and 2009, with a median year built of 1983.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Manhattan Sec 10?
The best agent for Manhattan Sec 10 is one who actively works Astor 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 Manhattan Sec 10.
How do I find a top Astor real estate agent who knows Manhattan Sec 10?
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 Manhattan Sec 10 and the wider Astor area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Manhattan Sec 10?
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Buyers wanting a smaller, efficient home footprint around 1,650 square feetExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable doing due diligence on a home built anywhere between 1973 and 2009Excellent fit
Buyers who don't need clubhouse, pool, or gated amenities as part of the purchaseExcellent fit
Buyers who want a community with organized amenities or shared recreational spaceProbably not
Buyers seeking a uniform build era or consistent construction style across the sectionProbably not
Buyers expecting frequent listing turnover given the small total inventory of 24 homesProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32102))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (9 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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