Garden City
Garden City: Local Questions Answered
Where is Garden City located?
Garden City is off Cherry Lake Road north-west of Groveland, on Royal Palm Drive, Jasmine Street, Lily Court and Marigold Street, with lots on Cherry Lake and canals. Homes have Groveland 34736 addresses, but the community is in unincorporated Lake County, outside Groveland city limits.
What types of homes are in Garden City?
Custom single-family homes on large lots. Lake County parcel records show 96 platted homesites, 38 of them with homes built from 1991 to 2025. Homes are about 2,770 to 8,050 square feet, with a median of about 3,880, on lots of about 0.49 to 1.27 acres, and 30 have pools. MLS listings show 4 to 5 bedrooms.
How much do homes cost in Garden City?
No home sales in Garden City were recorded in MLS over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026). In October 2026, MLS listed seven homes, including new construction, at about $675,000 to $2.2 million. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Garden City?
Dues vary in MLS listings, and county records show more than one homeowners association name on Garden City's common land, so confirm current dues and the association for a specific lot. The active registered association is Garden City Resort Homeowners Association Phase I, Inc. Lake County's CDD map doesn't show a community development district (CDD) for Garden City, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments.
What schools serve Garden City?
Lake County Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Garden City in Groveland Elementary, Cecil E. Gray Middle and South Lake High School.
Zoning can change and varies by street, so confirm a specific address with Lake County Schools' school locator, and compare school grades in the Florida School Accountability Reports.
Can you build a custom home in Garden City?
Yes. Most of Garden City's 96 homesites were still vacant on the 2026 tax roll, according to Lake County parcel records. Lot listings say buyers bring their own builder, with a minimum of 3,000 square feet under air, or 3,800 on waterfront lots, and tile or metal roofs. Confirm the current deed restrictions with the association before buying a lot.
Can you rent homes in Garden City short term?
No rental rules specific to Garden City turned up in our research. HOA documents often limit leasing, so confirm the current rules with the association before buying if you plan to rent.
