Stonehill
Homes for Sale in Howey-in-the-Hills, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Filing two additional phases (84 and 88 lots) before Phase 1 has opened for sales is a strong signal Pulte expects sustained demand here, though it also means the ultimate size of the community is already largely mapped out even though pricing isn't public yet. The oversized, roughly quarter-acre lots and 2-3 car garages point toward a more spacious product than the smaller-lot new construction common elsewhere in Lake County.
The no-CDD confirmation from the builder is a real differentiator — CDD fees are common on new construction in this part of Lake County, and their absence here is worth factoring into any long-run cost comparison against Waterstone in Groveland/Mascotte or Lake Deacon in Groveland, both of which sit nearby.
The 60-Second Overview
Stonehill is a coming-soon Pulte Homes single-family community in Howey-in-the-Hills (Lake County) on oversized, roughly quarter-acre lots, with Phase 1 development underway and sales expected to start early 2027. The builder confirms no CDD applies, while Phase 2 (84 lots) and Phase 3 (88 lots) are already filed before Phase 1 has even opened.
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 Stonehill is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who want oversized, roughly quarter-acre lots with 2-3 car garages in Lake County
- Buyers who value a confirmed no-CDD community in a market where CDD fees are common
- Buyers willing to wait for Pulte's early-2027 sales launch and pricing release
Probably not for
- Buyers who need pricing or a firm sales date before early 2027
- Buyers who want a compact lot rather than an oversized quarter-acre footprint
- Buyers who need amenities beyond a pool and trails confirmed today
Housing distress & ownership in Stonehill, Howey-in-the-Hills
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
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.
Life at Stonehill
- Pool and trails per builder description · announced by builder; not yet verified on site
- further amenities unreleased · announced by builder; not yet verified on site
Planned amenities as announced by the builder or developer. This community is new or pre-launch, so amenities may not be built yet; verify scope, timing and access with the builder and the HOA.
Recent Developments in Stonehill Howey In The Hills
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Stonehill Howey In The Hills, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- October 2025Retail & Dining
New Apopka complex with restaurants and offices set to open in 2026
A new commercial complex in Apopka with restaurants and office space is set to open in 2026, adding retail and workplace space in northwest metro Orlando.
What it may mean for the marketNew retail and office space in Apopka adds everyday conveniences and local jobs, amenity and employment factors that can support nearby housing demand. The site is about 4 miles south of Stonehill Howey In The Hills.
Source: GrowthSpotter - 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 6 miles northwest of Stonehill Howey In The Hills.
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.
The Stonehill buying strategy.
If we were buying in Stonehill 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 Stonehill.
Three phases filed, oversized lots, no CDD
Pulte Homes has Phase 1 development underway in Howey-in-the-Hills, with sales expected to start early 2027. Lots are oversized, roughly quarter-acre, with 2-3 car garages, a larger footprint than much of the competing new-construction product in Lake County. The builder confirms no CDD applies, which stands out in a market where CDD fees are routine.
Pulte has already filed an 84-lot Phase 2 and an 88-lot Phase 3, well ahead of Phase 1 even opening for sales, a sign the community's eventual scale is largely set. Planned amenities per the builder description include a pool and trails, with further amenities unreleased. Pricing and HOA dues are not yet public. Lake County Schools zoning should be confirmed directly. The closest comparable product is Waterstone in Groveland/Mascotte and Lake Deacon in Groveland.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Stonehill. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
With three phases already filed and Phase 1 not yet open for sales, there's time to plan before you have to act — we'll watch for Pulte's early-2027 sales launch and pricing release, and can walk you through the no-CDD math against Waterstone and Lake Deacon while you decide on lot and phase timing.
Stonehill in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- 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.
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