Sylvan Shores
Sylvan Shores: Local Questions Answered
Where is Sylvan Shores in Mount Dora?
Sylvan Shores is between Old US-441 and Lake Gertrude, north-west of downtown Mount Dora, on Northland Road, Southland Road, Eastland Road, Westland Road and nearby streets. Homes have Mount Dora 32757 addresses. Most are in unincorporated Lake County, and the eastern part is inside City of Mount Dora limits.
What types of homes are in Sylvan Shores?
Mostly single-family homes. Lake County parcel records show 456 homes built from 1920 to 2023, most from 1950 to 1972, plus 3 small multi-family parcels and 14 vacant lots. Homes are about 730 to 6,360 square feet, with a median of about 1,390, and 54 have pools. MLS listings show 2 to 4 bedrooms.
How much do homes cost in Sylvan Shores?
Over the past two years (MLS data, October 2026), homes in Sylvan Shores sold 23 times for a median of about $295,000, with most between about $210,000 and $415,000. For today's listings, see the top of this page.
What are the HOA fees in Sylvan Shores?
County records show no homeowners association land in Sylvan Shores, and MLS listings show no HOA fee. Lake County's CDD map and Florida's official list of special districts don't show a community development district (CDD) for Sylvan Shores, but check the property tax bill for any special assessments.
What schools serve Sylvan Shores?
Lake County Schools' 2026-27 school zones place Sylvan Shores in Triangle Elementary, Mount Dora Middle and Mount Dora High School, in both the city and county parts.
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.
Is Sylvan Shores inside Mount Dora city limits?
Partly. Lake County parcel records show about 359 Sylvan Shores homes in unincorporated Lake County and about 97, mainly in the eastern blocks toward Lakeshore Drive and Oakland Drive, inside City of Mount Dora limits. All have Mount Dora addresses. West Sylvan Shores and Sylvan Shores Point, next door, are separate plats.
Can you rent homes in Sylvan Shores short term?
No Sylvan Shores-specific rental rules turned up in our research. MLS listings show no HOA. Part of the neighborhood is inside City of Mount Dora limits and part is in unincorporated Lake County, so check the local rules and any recorded deed restrictions for a specific home before buying if you plan to rent.
