Lake County City with Natural Charm
Welcome to Groveland, a growing South Lake County city in central Florida's lake-and-hill country, known as the "City with Natural Charm" and close to Clermont and Orlando.
Groveland is a city in southern Lake County, Florida, set among the rolling hills, lakes, and former citrus groves of central Florida. Incorporated in 1922, it marked its centennial in 2022 and carries the self-described title of the "City with Natural Charm," a nod to the scenery and small-town character that define the area. The city sits just south of Clermont and about 30 miles west of Orlando, positioning it on the outer edge of the metro region's growth corridor while retaining a more relaxed, lake-country identity. For most of its first eight decades, Groveland remained a modest community tied to the surrounding citrus and agricultural landscape. That changed with a pronounced residential boom between 2000 and 2007, when single-family construction averaged more than 200 homes per year, and growth has continued since. Today the city is home to roughly 25,000 residents, a sharp rise from its historical scale, and new subdivisions and planned communities have spread around its older core. The city has deliberately managed this expansion, using zoning that steps density down at its edges to protect the character of the historic center. Groveland's appeal rests on the combination of a quieter hometown atmosphere and practical access to the region's larger centers. State Road 50 and Florida's Turnpike connect the city to Clermont and Orlando, making it a viable base for commuters while Lake Louisa State Park and the Green Mountain Scenic Byway put outdoor recreation nearby. The Lake County School District serves local families, and the city's mix of newer communities, lakeside settings, and open space draws buyers looking for a central Florida address with room to grow and a still-manageable, small-city feel.
Groveland is in Lake County, in central Florida, near the city of Clermont and roughly 30 miles west of Orlando. It sits amid the rolling hills and lakes of the county's southern tier.
Groveland is served by the Lake County School District, which operates three public schools in the city along with charter and private school options. The district earned an 'A' rating in 2025, and Groveland Elementary is among its campuses.
Groveland is a short drive from Clermont and about 30 miles west of Orlando, connected by State Road 50 and Florida's Turnpike. This places Orlando-area employment, attractions, and the international airport within a manageable commute.
Groveland is known as the 'City with Natural Charm,' a fast-growing South Lake County community surrounded by lakes, rolling hills, and former citrus groves. It is close to Lake Louisa State Park and the Green Mountain Scenic Byway, and has grown substantially since a residential boom in the early 2000s.
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