Moving to Florida, what about Clermont? (or other areas?)

[disneysuncat]

Hi!

We are planning to move to Clermont (or thereabouts) by next May. I wondered if anyone had any first-hand insight into that community?

I've gotten the relocation packets, did all the research I could, subscribed to the local paper there (which covers Clermont/Tavares/Eustis/Leesburg and Mount Dora) so I think I've covered those basics. But nothing speaks about a town like residents or frequent visitors, right?

We do plan to rent at first just to be sure that we are happy with the area. I've been in touch with a real estate agent who sends me open rental listings quite often. I try to map them out but I really don't know what areas to avoid.

Any suggestions on where to move within Clermont? (or where to avoid?) Or for any town in that general vicinity? (meaning...close-ish to Disney!) We homeschool, so the whole school thing isn't an issue.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions/tips.

ETA: I forgot to mention, I work from home (for myself), so I am secure in my job, don't have to get a new one there.

 

[GeorgeG]

I'm a little farther north, but there are several DISers who live in Clermont. I'm sure they will jump in and give you details. Most of what I've heard is positive and the fact that you homeschool and don't need to look for a job puts you way ahead of most people who relocate here.

There was a thread here several days ago about likes/dislikes of where members live. If you can find that you will probably get some good information. You're probably 15-20 minutes from WDW there (I'm an hour).