Lake County 55+ / Mount Dora / Park South

55+ age-restricted

Park South 55+ community guide · Mount Dora, FL

Park South is a 1969 single-story condo about 0.6 miles from downtown Mount Dora near Lake Dora. Its $350 monthly fee is among the lowest of the downtown 55+ condos.

Who Park South fits

Suits budget-minded 55+ buyers who want a ground-level unit close to downtown and do not need resort amenities.

Amenities

Carport with storage, indoor laundry, lake views, near parks. LifeInLake mentions a community room and pool, but MLS listings say 'No Pool'.

What's near Park South

Hospitals
  • AdventHealth Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares. Full-service hospital serving the Mount Dora, Eustis, Tavares area.
Parks & lakes
  • Gilbert Park and Grantham Point, home to the Mount Dora lighthouse on Lake Dora
  • Palm Island Park boardwalk
  • Trout Lake Nature Center in nearby Eustis
Town & shopping
  • Historic downtown Mount Dora: antique shops, restaurants and year-round festivals
Getting around
  • US-441 and SR-46
  • SR-429 / SR-453 (Wekiva Parkway) toward Orlando and Orlando Sanford International Airport

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Frequently asked questions

Is Park South a 55+ community?

Yes. Park South is listed as 55+ age-restricted. Under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, at least 80% of occupied homes must have at least one resident aged 55 or older; check the community's own rules for guests, younger spouses and renters.

What are the HOA fees at Park South?

Reported dues are $350 per month as of October 2026. Reported inclusions: Insurance, exterior, grounds. Fees vary by home and change over time, so confirm with the HOA.

Is Park South gated?

We have not yet confirmed whether Park South is gated.

Does Park South have a golf course?

There is no golf course in Park South.

How far is Park South from a hospital?

About 15 minutes (6.2 mi) by car to AdventHealth Waterman, the nearest Lake County hospital. Times are measured from the community entrance or sales center without traffic and will vary by home.

What healthcare is near Park South?

The nearest urgent care is Avecina Medical Urgent Care - Mount Dora, about 11 minutes away. The nearest pharmacy is Publix at Stoneybrook Hills Village, about 5 minutes away. Veterans can use the Tavares VA Clinic, about 16 minutes away. Times are by car without traffic.

Does Park South have a CDD fee?

We have not yet confirmed whether this community carries a Community Development District (CDD) assessment. Check the non-ad valorem assessments on a current Lake County tax bill for any home you're considering.

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Last checked October 2026. Sources: public community listings and MLS data. Something out of date? Tell us.

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