Key Points:
Clermont and Orlando remain stable real estate markets in early 2025, with balanced inventory, flat home prices, and active buyers despite negative national headlines.
Interest rates are still elevated, but buyer activity has picked up post-election, with multiple offers returning and fewer psychological barriers compared to 2024.
Florida ranks in the top 5 for inbound migration, according to U-Haul’s 2025 report—fueling continued demand in Central Florida housing.
A new luxury lakefront community near Clermont National Golf Course will feature estate homes priced between $1M and $3.5M, offering high-end living without mandatory memberships.
Clermont’s housing market is healthy and balanced, with sellers negotiating slightly more and the months of supply returning to pre-pandemic norms at 3.9 months.
Florida Headlines in 2025: What’s Real vs. What’s Hype?
Orlando real estate renegades, I hope you’re well. As expected, 2025 is serving up a steady diet of negative headlines about the Florida housing market. Phrases like “plunging home values” and “sales declining” are everywhere—but how accurate are they?
The Case-Shiller Index has shown lower or flat prices in many areas across the U.S., not just Florida. Yet, due to its popularity, Florida is often used to drive more clicks.
On top of that, recent inflation readings are the highest since May 2024, leading to the realization that rate cuts may not come soon. As a result, 30-year fixed mortgage rates are staying higher, adding pressure on affordability.
Buyers Are Still Active—Even With Higher Rates
Despite high interest rates and economic uncertainty, we’re seeing multiple offers in the Orlando market. Buyers who were once hesitant due to the election cycle or interest rate fears are now jumping back in.
Some expected rate cuts have not materialized, yet the psychological barriers that stopped buyers in 2024 aren’t as strong now in 2025. People are adapting and moving forward.
Clermont in Focus: One of Orlando’s Most Scenic Markets
Let’s talk about Clermont—a truly unique Orlando submarket known for its green hills, lakefront homes, and new construction projects. Whether you’re buying or selling, this is an area you’ll want to watch.
Migration Trends: Florida Still a Top Destination
The U-Haul Growth States Report offers a powerful real-time look at migration. In 2025, Florida ranked #4 in net migration—only slightly down from #2. Orlando remains a hotspot, with an estimated 18,000 new residents annually.
Meanwhile, states like New York, California, and New Jersey are seeing massive outbound migration, driving even more interest in Central Florida housing.
Breaking News: New Lakefront Community Near Clermont National Golf Course
A new gated community is underway in Clermont! Windermere-based Resolute Development Group is developing 21 estate homes, 17 of which will be lakefront. Prices will range from $1M to $3.5M for homes sized 4,000 to 6,000 sq ft.
This project offers a more affordable luxury alternative to Bella Collina, without mandatory long-term memberships, making it appealing to a broader luxury audience.
Orlando Metro Real Estate Recap: Still Stable
Here’s a snapshot of the current Orlando market:
• Closed sales down just -1.2% (post-Hurricane Milton recovery)
• Median price: Up 2.2% YoY ($449K vs $439K)
• Cash sales down slightly (~15-16%)
• Homes are taking 62% longer to sell (now 39 days vs 24 days)
New contracts are up 12%, and listings are down—tightening the market further. The months of supply rose from 2.8 to 3.9, returning us to pre-pandemic norms and showing a balanced market.
Is Clermont Flooded with Inventory? Not Quite.
Inventory has stabilized in Clermont. It climbed slightly through summer 2024 but has held steady since, hovering around 290 homes on the market. There hasn’t been a flood of sellers, contrary to doomsday predictions.
Are Sellers Coming Back to the Market?
Not really. Active listings remain well below historic norms. Some months saw an increase in new listings, others did not—resulting in a flat trendline.
What About Buyer Activity in Clermont?
Pending sales in Clermont are significantly down compared to historic highs. However, this is mirrored by a drop in seller listings, so overall volume is low on both sides.
That said, recent months have seen a post-election bump in buyer activity, with December and January showing increased momentum.
What’s Happening with Prices?
Median sale prices in Clermont have shown volatility, but overall, they remain flat compared to the peak of mid-2022. Based on the data trend line, the true median is likely around $460K–$470K.
If the market heats up in spring, we could break past the 2022 price peak, creating new comps for sellers who bought high.
Sellers Are Negotiating More
Sellers are currently receiving about 95.3% of their original asking price, down from nearly 98% last year. This could mean buyers have more negotiation power, or that list prices are slightly overreaching market demand.
Months of Supply: What It Tells Us
Clermont’s months of supply now sits at 3.9, up from 2.0 last year. While it feels slower, this is still a balanced market. Anything below 5 months generally favors sellers, while over 6 months typically benefits buyers.
Right now, Clermont’s market is neither hot nor cold—it’s stable.
Final Thoughts: 2025 Outlook for Clermont
In short, Clermont is holding steady despite national headwinds. Prices are flat, supply is moderate, and both buyers and sellers are active—just in smaller numbers.
Whether you’re considering buying or selling, this is a great time to engage before any spring market surge.
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