Get to Know Central Florida: The City of Clermont, FL

Clermont, FL is a fast-growing city in Central Florida's beautiful Lake County. It's one of the hillier places in Florida—which may not be saying much for such an overwhelmingly level state—but the rolling slopes are undeniably picturesque and charming. 

It'd be hard to find a location that better situates you for any mood, whim, or need than Clermont. It's so close to the world-class culture, dining, entertainment, hotels and resorts, medical care, and attractions of Orlando, yet removed just enough for tranquility at home. Plus, amazing state parks, beautiful beaches, the Tampa Bay area, The Villages, a variety of unique smaller towns and cities, and so much more are only a short drive away. 

There's a lot happening in Clermont. If you think you might want to be part of it by finding a new or second home in one of the city's popular resort-style active-adult communities, here's some additional information to help you make the decision. 

• Clermont is close to the geographical center of Florida and convenient to major roadways, making it easy to go anywhere in the state
• This approximately 15-square-mile city is home to a little more than 30,000 residents
• About half the population is 45 or older
• It's a residential-oriented community with a rural-suburban setting and feel
• The median home value in Clermont is $210,700 as of early 2016, representing a 7 percent increase in one year
• It's less than a half hour drive from downtown Clermont to downtown Orlando, under 1 hour to The Villages, and about 1 hour and 20 minutes to downtown Tampa
• A few other fun, smaller cities nearby include Winter Park, Winter Garden, Mount Dora, Tavares, Sanford, DeLand, Clearwater, Winter Haven, and Lakeland
• Outdoor recreation, lake activities, golf courses, and sports facilities are a big part of life here
• Downtown Clermont and its Historic Village offer great shopping, dining, and more
• The city has much exciting development planned, especially for its downtown waterfront district, but it's also being careful to retain the area's quaint and quiet characteristics
• First Friday Food Trucks events, featuring great food, music, and other fun, are held downtown every month and are a great opportunity to enjoy the community and meet new people
• There's an award-winning winery in town offering tastings, tours, and more: Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards
• Bacchus Vino Etcetera hosts a wine club, tastings, and more, further making Clermont a destination for wine lovers
• The local South Lake Campus of Lake-Sumter State College offers fun and informative low-cost continuing education classes for adults