At a glance
| County | Lake County |
|---|---|
| Population | 13,843 (2020 census) |
| Incorporated | 1925 to 1926 |
| ZIP | 34715 (shared with Clermont) |
| Hospital | AdventHealth Minneola |
| Lake | Lake Minneola |
Minneola at a glance
Minneola was founded in 1884 and incorporated in 1925 to 1926. Its name comes from a Dakota phrase meaning much water, and it gave its name to the Minneola tangelo. The city uses a council-manager government. AdventHealth Minneola provides hospital services, and the Lake County Sheriff's Office runs a Minneola district.
ZIP 34715 and city limits
The Minneola post office at 131 W Washington Street uses ZIP 34715, which is also assigned to Clermont. A 34715 address can be inside Minneola, inside Clermont or in unincorporated Lake County. Check the Lake County Property Appraiser record to see which millage applies. See our Clermont ZIP code guide.
New homes and 55+ options
| Community | Builder | Type | Published details, September 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Webb Minneola | Del Webb | 55+ active adult, gated | From $373,990; 15 home designs; clubhouse and tavern |
| Sugarloaf Ridge | Lennar | Single-family | Move-in-ready four-bedroom listed at $519,740 |
Del Webb describes its community as surrounded by views from some of the highest hills in Florida. Lake County's highest point, Sugarloaf Mountain, rises to 312 feet, the highest in peninsular Florida. 55places lists Del Webb Minneola HOA dues at roughly $203 to $434 a month on current listings. See our Clermont 55+ guide.
Prices
Our Zillow data does not include a Minneola city figure. For context, Zillow's typical value for Clermont was $428,604 in August 2026, down 2.3% on the year. Builder starting prices in Minneola sit in a similar range. Price any home from recent closed sales in its subdivision, and include CDD and HOA costs in the comparison.
Schools
Lake County Schools runs public education in Minneola. Minneola Horizon Academy, a K-8 school focused on aviation and STEAM, opened in July 2025. Confirm zoning for the exact address with Lake County Schools.
Hills, views and lots
Parts of Minneola sit on high ground with long views, which can add value but also bring steep driveways, retaining walls and drainage questions. Ask for the lot grading plan on new homes and look for erosion or pooling on resale lots. Check whether the view could be blocked by future building on nearby land.
If you are selling, our Clermont seller guide covers pricing against new construction, which is a major factor in Minneola.
Getting to Clermont and Orlando
Minneola and Clermont both sit on Lake Minneola, and Clermont's Waterfront Park is on the same lake, so Clermont's shops and services are close by. We do not publish drive times because they change with traffic and road work. Test your commute at rush hour before you buy.
What to check before you buy
- City limits and millage on the Lake County Property Appraiser site.
- CDD and HOA amounts for the lot, in writing.
- Age, guest and rental rules if you are buying in a 55+ community.
- Lot grading and drainage on hillside lots.
- FEMA flood zone and insurance quotes.
See our Lake County property tax guide and Clermont new construction guide.
Common questions
Is Minneola part of Clermont?+
No. Minneola is a separate city in Lake County with its own council-manager government. It shares ZIP code 34715 with Clermont, so some Minneola homes have Clermont mailing addresses. Check the Lake County Property Appraiser record to see which city a home is in.
What is the population of Minneola, FL?+
Minneola had 13,843 residents at the 2020 census. Estimates since then show fast growth as new subdivisions have opened. The city sits on Lake Minneola, just north of Clermont, in Lake County and the Orlando metro area. Check current city estimates if you need a more recent figure.
Are there 55+ communities in Minneola?+
Yes. Del Webb Minneola, at 1411 Sunset Crest Way, is a gated 55+ community with published prices from $373,990 in September 2026. 55places lists HOA dues of roughly $203 to $434 a month on current listings. Confirm age rules, dues and any CDD with the builder.
What ZIP code is Minneola, FL?+
Minneola uses ZIP code 34715, which it shares with Clermont. The Minneola post office is at 131 W Washington Street. Because the ZIP is shared, a 34715 address does not by itself show whether a home is in Minneola, Clermont or unincorporated Lake County.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Minneola, Florida
- Wikipedia: Clermont, Florida
- Wikipedia: Lake County, Florida
- Postcodebase: ZIP code 34715, Clermont and Minneola
- Del Webb: 55+ communities in Minneola
- 55places: Del Webb Minneola
- Lennar: New homes in the Orlando area
- Zillow Research: Home value and market data (ZHVI), August 2026