School zoning is the big swing
Most of Minneola zones to Lake Minneola High (newer, top-rated). Clermont addresses split between Lake Minneola, East Ridge, and South Lake High.
Inventory mix
Minneola = newer construction, master-planned. Clermont = mix of established, lakefront, and new in pockets like Hartwood Landing.
Turnpike vs lakes
Minneola has the easier turnpike commute. Clermont has the lakefront downtown and rolling hills.
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