Willow Ridge in Montverde

Willow Ridge
Homes for Sale in Montverde, FL

Community in Montverde · Lake County · ZIP 34756
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As of September 2026, Willow Rdg in Montverde, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 2023 - 2025 with 1 new construction; 3 of 4 report an HOA (median $178/mo); none of the 4 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 139 ft).

Live · Willow Ridge Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
24.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
33%
Under contract
Lake: 25% (1,077 of 4,256)
2 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

With only four active listings, Willow Ridge is too small a pool for confident price trend-spotting - each listing carries outsized weight in any stat you look at, including the 48-month supply figure. That supply number reflects a thin, slow-moving inventory more than a collapsing market; in a community this size, one or two sales can swing the math dramatically.

The buyer-leaning label here is real, but it comes from scarcity of transactions, not necessarily from soft pricing. Sellers should expect longer marketing windows and buyers who have time to be selective. Buyers get negotiating room simply because there is so little competing activity to create urgency.

Willow Ridge Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Willow Ridge right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 24.0 months of supply and 33% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of September 12, 2026. Confidence: Low (3 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated September 14, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Willow Ridge is a small, gated enclave in Lake County built around owned recreational amenities and reclaimed-water irrigation - the kind of low-turnover community where inventory can sit thin for stretches at a time.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 82 homes in Willow Ridge that have changed hands since 2023, built between 2023 and 2026 (median 2024), with a median living area of about 2,935 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3.5-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.

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 who want gated, deed-restricted living with owned recreational amenities and are flexible on exact timing.
  • Buyers comfortable doing extra diligence on HOA terms and amenity access given the small listing pool.
  • Buyers who prioritize a specific community feel over having multiple comparable homes to choose from.

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want to compare several similar homes before deciding.
  • Buyers who need fast certainty on price based on abundant recent sales data.
  • Buyers seeking a staffed-gate or higher-security-presence setting, since access here is gated without a guard.

The market around Willow Ridge

Willow Ridge is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 34756, 134 homes are on the market and 21% are under contract — a steady corner of Montverde.

Across Lake County, 3,179 homes are active and 1,077 pending (25% under contract).

In ZIP 34756 (MONTVERDE), 143 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $1.16M ($382/sq ft), up 11.7% year over year, with a median 65 days on market. Right now 81 active and 11 pending listings put supply at about 7.8 months - a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 34756 housing market and the Lake County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Willow Ridge specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in WILLOW RDG, MONTVERDE

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 30 listings
Distress share trend - 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-09-11)

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Willow Ridge

Live MLS inventory for Willow Ridge. 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 Willow Ridge listings as of 2026-09-12, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2024 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

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
  • Minneola Horizon Academy K-8 · Elementary
  • Minneola Horizon Academy K-8 · Middle
  • Lake Minneola High · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Willow Ridge 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 Willow Ridge address.

Recent Developments in Willow Ridge

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Willow Ridge, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.

Dev Momentum17/100 · Quiet
  1. October 2025
    Retail & 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 6 miles northeast of Willow Ridge.

    Source: GrowthSpotter
  2. March 2025
    Development

    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 project is about 14 miles north of Willow Ridge, elsewhere in Lake County.

    Source: GrowthSpotter

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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.

If we were buying in Willow Ridge 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

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

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 Willow Ridge.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a small, gated, amenity-included setting and are comfortable with limited unit choice at any given time.
Biggest Risk
With only four listings, pricing comparables are thin, making valuation more judgment-based than data-based.
Sweet Spot
Buyers targeting a specific move-in window should expect to wait for the right listing rather than choosing among several.
Avoid If
Avoid if you need a broad selection to compare or a fast, high-certainty close timeline.

A small, gated footprint with slow turnover

At four active listings, this is a micro-market by any measure. Deed restrictions and gated access (no guard) point to an HOA-managed setting focused on maintaining a consistent look and shared-amenity structure rather than staffed security. The community owns its recreational facilities outright, which typically means dues fund upkeep of the pool and shared spaces directly rather than through a third-party lease arrangement - worth confirming with the HOA before writing an offer.

The 48-month supply figure is the headline stat, but treat it as a symptom of low volume rather than a forecast. In communities this size, months-of-supply calculations can move sharply with a single closing or a single new listing. Buyers should focus less on the macro number and more on the specific condition, lot, and pricing of whichever of the four homes is actually on the table.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Willow Ridge. 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 with this few active listings, timing and access matter more than usual - we track new listings and pending activity closely so buyers are not working from stale information, and we help sellers price realistically against a market where comparable sales are scarce by definition.

Willow Ridge in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a small, gated, amenity-included setting and are comfortable with limited unit choice at any given time.
Biggest advantageNegotiating room is generally wider given the buyer-leaning posture and low competing demand.
Biggest riskWith only four listings, pricing comparables are thin, making valuation more judgment-based than data-based.
Sweet spotBuyers targeting a specific move-in window should expect to wait for the right listing rather than choosing among several.
Avoid ifAvoid if you need a broad selection to compare or a fast, high-certainty close timeline.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA dues reported around $178/month (about $2,136/yr) · median of 6 MLS listings, most billed monthly
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $178 per month ($2,136 a year) - the median AssociationFee across 6 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed monthly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-09.

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 Willow Ridge sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Willow Rdg

Homes in Willow Rdg that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

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.

$2,222/mo
Lake County typical true cost to own
$146/mo
Lake County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

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.

WILLOW RDG Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

WILLOW RDG is currently a strong buyer's market. About 24.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $739,950, and homes go under contract in about 43 days.

24.0
Months supply
$739,950
Median list
$980,000
Median sold
$195
Per sqft
43
Days on mkt
2/1/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 34756 ZIP is $707,134, about 13.8% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Willow Ridge a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 12, 2026, Willow Ridge leans toward buyers: 24.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Willow Ridge?
The best agent for Willow Ridge is one who actively works Montverde 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 Willow Ridge.
How do I find a top Montverde real estate agent who knows Willow Ridge?
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 Willow Ridge and the wider Montverde area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Willow Ridge?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Willow Ridge purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers who want gated, deed-restricted living with owned recreational amenities and are flexible on exact timing.Excellent fit
Buyers comfortable doing extra diligence on HOA terms and amenity access given the small listing pool.Excellent fit
Buyers who prioritize a specific community feel over having multiple comparable homes to choose from.Excellent fit
Buyers who want to compare several similar homes before deciding.Probably not
Buyers who need fast certainty on price based on abundant recent sales data.Probably not
Buyers seeking a staffed-gate or higher-security-presence setting, since access here is gated without a guard.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 12, 2026)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2024 (3 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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