Clermont : Florida

What Clermont is like for active adults
Clermont is a western suburb of Orlando, Florida. Clermont's 2006 population was 13,100 (and growing) in 2008. Thisformer citrus growing town boasts a historic downtown district that remains similar to what it was 50 years ago. The Florida Citrus Tower is a local landmark. There are many big box stores in town and the population is rapidly growing.

Where to Live and  Real Estate Prices
Many active adult communities are in the area (see link at top right), and some of these are relatively low priced. Home prices averaged about $175,000 in late 2009 per City-Data and $150,000 on Zillow.com
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What is special about this retirement community
An immense shopping center (1,200,000 sq.ft.) is under construction in Clermont. It is an old Florida town that is being transformed into a residential area.
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What is not special about this retirement community
It is growing fast so it has attendant crowding and traffic problems.
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What kinds of people like retiring here
People who want to retire to the Orlando area might like it in Clermont.
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Local economy is driven by
Retail trade is an important industry in Clermont.
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Climate and Physical Environment
Clermont is 19 miles west of Orlando in central Florida.The average July high temperature is 92 and the average January low is 48. The wettest month is June (8")
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Cultural environment
Lake-Sumter Community College and the University of Central Florida  have campuses in Clermont.
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Medical facilities
There are 2 hospitals in Clermont: Sun Coast and South Lake (although they both share the same address)
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Transportation
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Facts about CLERMONT
  • State: FL
  • Environment: Suburban,Small Town,
  • City Population: 10,000-25,000
  • Median age of Population: 25-44
  • Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
  • Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
  • Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
  • Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
  • Total Crime Index: 111-120 (high)
  • Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • Culture Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • State Sales Tax: Yes
  • State Income Tax: No
  • Name of the Guide: boomer1

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