Pros
Active waterfront downtown, seaplane base, lakefront splash pad, more affordable than Mount Dora, central Lake County location.
Cons
Long Orlando commute (60–80 min), limited new construction inside city, school zoning is mixed.
Best for
Buyers who want waterfront energy without Mount Dora pricing, remote workers, retirees. See Tavares.
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