Heritage Hills

Independent Assessment

Heritage Hills' builder (Lennar), its 55-and-older active-adult positioning, its on-site golf course, and its general Clermont/Lake County location were independently confirmed through multiple real estate sources. Reported total home count varies meaningfully between sources — one cites over 1,100 homesites, while another reported approximately 1,500 — and it is not clear which figure is current or whether the community's build-out has changed over time; buyers should treat the total as unconfirmed. Reported HOA fee figures also vary by a wide margin ($345-$523/month across sources), likely reflecting different home types and phases, and were not independently confirmed directly with the association.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want golf included in their HOA fee rather than as a separate membership, and who want the option of either new construction or an established resale within the same gated Clermont address, are the best fit for Heritage Hills. Its Mediterranean architectural styling and resort-style clubhouse amenities also appeal to buyers who want a more elaborate amenity package than the more modest offerings at nearby Palms at Serenoa.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Heritage Hills was built by Lennar as a gated, Mediterranean-inspired 55-and-older community in Clermont. Reported total home counts vary by source, from just over 1,100 homesites to approximately 1,500; the current, definitive total could not be independently confirmed. The community includes single-family homes, villas, and attached product, spanning a range of construction eras.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Reported pricing spans roughly the $300,000s to $530,000s across both newer-phase and resale inventory. Buyers should request current pricing and comparable sales from a local agent or the builder's sales office, since the specific mix of new construction versus resale available changes over time.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

As of the last update, Heritage Hills reportedly offers both newer-phase construction and a substantial resale market spanning homes from the mid-2000s to more recent years — buyers should confirm current new-construction availability directly with the builder, since this can change quickly as remaining phases sell out. Resale buyers should specifically check build year, roof age, and HVAC age, since a mid-2000s home and a recent-phase home represent meaningfully different purchasing situations despite sharing the same community name and HOA.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes here are subject to Lake County real estate tax; buyers should confirm the current millage rate and a specific parcel's assessed value with the Lake County Property Appraiser. Whether a CDD assessment applies to a specific lot, particularly in newer-phase sections, has not been confirmed — request the seller's most recent tax bill or a builder CDD disclosure before closing.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Heritage Hills' clubhouse anchors a substantial amenity package that includes an on-site 18-hole golf course, resort-style pool and spa, fitness center, and a range of social spaces including a card room, craft room, and event ballroom. Because the community spans both established and newer-phase sections, buyers should expect a wider range of home ages and, in newer sections, some ongoing construction activity, compared to a single fully built-out phase.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Heritage Hills sits in Clermont, on the rolling terrain of southern Lake County, with Orlando Health South Lake Hospital roughly 10 minutes away and the Florida Turnpike roughly 15 minutes north. Walt Disney World is roughly 25 minutes east, and some higher points within the community reportedly offer views of Orlando's skyline and, at night, Disney's fireworks.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Heritage Hills is described by its builder and multiple independent sources as an active-adult community designed for residents aged 55 and older. Buyers should confirm current legal age-restriction status, certification, and 80/20 occupancy compliance directly with the community association before purchasing; the recorded HOPA certification documentation and exact governing deed restriction language were not independently pulled.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

Reported home count and HOA fee figures vary meaningfully across sources and were not fully reconciled — get current, confirmed figures directly from the association or builder before making a decision. Buyers considering a resale home should specifically check its build year, since the community spans a range of construction eras from the mid-2000s through more recent phases, with meaningfully different age-related maintenance considerations.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Within the Clermont active-adult market, Heritage Hills' golf-inclusive HOA model places it alongside Kings Ridge as one of the two established golf-included options, while its Mediterranean architectural styling and larger amenity package differentiate it from Kings Ridge's more understated clubhouse. Buyers who specifically want a confirmed golf-free, natural-gas-served alternative should compare against Esplanade at Highland Ranch; buyers prioritizing the lowest entry price in Clermont should compare against Palms at Serenoa.

Current Listings

A connected local agent can provide current available new-construction and resale homes, recent comparable sales, and the current HOA fee for a specific home type.

Is Heritage Hills age-restricted?

It is marketed by its builder and consistently described by independent sources as an active-adult community designed for residents 55 and older. Confirm the exact legal restriction language directly with the association, as the recorded HOPA certification was not independently pulled.

Is golf included in the HOA fee?

Yes — the on-site 18-hole golf course is reported as included in the HOA fee, one of only two golf-inclusive HOA communities in the Clermont active-adult market alongside Kings Ridge.

Is new construction still available?

As of the last update, some newer-phase inventory has reportedly been available alongside a larger resale market — confirm current availability directly with the builder, since this changes as phases sell out.

What is the HOA fee?

Reported figures range from roughly $345 to $523 per month depending on home type and source. Confirm the current fee for a specific home directly with the association.