Median Age
49 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
31%
Mount Dora
Mount Dora, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,392
Population
18,212
Renter Mix
36% Rent
The Festival City on the cusp of Orlando
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Charming
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Scenic
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Quiet
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Welcoming
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Located about 30 miles northwest of Orlando, Mount Dora is a scenic town brimming with historic charm. Mount Dora exudes an Old Florida feel, particularly in its renowned downtown area, where antique shops, eateries, cafes, bars, and salons occupy colorful buildings along palm-tree-lined streets.
Nicknamed the “Festival City,” Mount Dora lives up to the hype, hosting more than 30 events and festivals throughout the year. Residents enjoy coming together at community events, including anticipated favorites such as Light Up Mount Dora, Snow in the Park, Freedom on the Waterfront, African American History Festival, and the Mount Dora Arts Festival.
Rentals in Mount Dora range from modern apartments to historic bungalows and townhomes. Mount Dora’s residential streets are draped in lush greenery, contributing to the area’s quiet small-town atmosphere. The community’s natural beauty also lends plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation at Lake Dora, Gilbert Park, and nearby Wekiwa Springs State Park.
Explore the City
Lake Apopka residents can enjoy the local Orange County Public Library.
Lake Apopka has plenty of pet friendly parks.
Lake Apopka residents love Rock Springs, no matter the time of year.
Mt. Dora High School is a B public school located in Mount Dora.
Mt. Dora Middle School is B- public school located in Mount Dora.
Mount Dora Christian Academy currently serves more than 870 students from preschool - 12.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$66,542
Average: $79,914
Education
5,063
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,991
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Mount Dora has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Mount Dora, FL is $1,009 for a studio, $1,392 for one bedroom, $1,631 for two bedrooms, and $2,020 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mount Dora has decreased by -4.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,392/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$2,132/month
1,467 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Mount Dora, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
1,277 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
623 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades PK-8
1,277 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
829 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,519 Students
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Trimble Park
- Trout Lake Nature Center
- Kelly Park/Rock Springs
- Seminole State Forest
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Orlando Sanford International
- Orlando International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.