8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE, MOUNT DORA, FL, 32757
Active246 days on marketListed Nov 25, 2025MLS #G5102771
About this home
8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE
Price Improvement. Come take a 2nd look!! Welcome to 8852 Bridgeport Bay Circle, a beautifully upgraded lakefront home located in the premier 55+ active community of Lakes of Mount Dora. Enjoy stunning sunrise views, tranquil water scenery, and thoughtfully designed living spaces that blend comfort, flexibility, and outdoor enjoyment. Upon entry, the foyer welcomes you with an arched display niche, setting an elegant tone. The open-concept great room serves as the heart of the home, filled with natural light and framed by picturesque lake views. The surrounding dining and breakfast areas allow flexible options for entertaining, additional seating, or creative use, all accented by 24x24 ceramic tile throughout the main living areas. The kitchen is both functional and stylish, featuring quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, 42-inch cabinetry, stainless steel Whirlpool appliances, and a farmhouse-style single-bowl sink. Glass-block windows at countertop level provide abundant natural light, and a large pantry offers excellent storage. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with plantation shutters and serene lake views. Two closets, a zero-entry walk-in shower with decorative glass tile accents, Corian countertops, dual sinks, ample storage, and a private water closet complete the ensuite bath. At the front of the home, a private guest suite includes a spacious second bedroom with a bay window and an upgraded bath featuring wainscoting, a tub/shower combination, a sliding barn door, and a generous linen closet. French glass doors highlight the den/office/craft room, complete with a full-sized closet—ideal as a third bedroom, hobby space, or quiet work area. Outdoor living truly shines. Triple sliders lead to a four-season patio with double-pane windows, while the adjacent paver patio under a pergola offers open-air enjoyment with mature landscaping and sweeping lake views. A pre-plumbed natural gas line adds convenience for outdoor cooking. The oversized 27' x 19' garage offers exceptional versatility with two garage doors—front entry for two vehicles and a side door for golf cart access. Pull-down screens on each door allow airflow while keeping insects out, making the space ideal for a workshop, hobby room, or retreat. The laundry room features Whirlpool front-loading washer and dryer, a utility sink, additional storage, and a cleverly designed hidden access to a kitty litter station. Residents of Lakes of Mount Dora enjoy resort-style amenities, including an 18,000-square-foot clubhouse, resort-style pool, pickleball and tennis courts, bocce ball, croquet lawn, four miles of scenic trails and waterways, community fire pits, and gated RV and boat parking. The $280 monthly HOA fee includes internet, cable, irrigation, and access to a wide variety of clubs and activities. Conveniently located near the Country Club of Mount Dora and the charming towns of Mount Dora and Eustis, residents enjoy art galleries, festivals, dining, and shopping. Central Florida beaches and theme parks are just 45–60 minutes away. This lakefront home offers the perfect balance of elegant design, outdoor living, and vibrant 55+ active-adult lifestyle.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,081
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2015
Year built
One
Levels
$216
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$3,697 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$3,697/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−5.7%
$/sqft vs Mount Dora actives
$216 vs $220
Days on market
246 vs 50 typical
Where $216/sqft sits among the 290 Mount Dora actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lakes Of Mount Dora
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Lakes Of Mount Dora — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,749
Median age
63
Median income
$99,900
Median home value
$330,200
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
117
For the school run
Lake County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Mount Dora market
$450K → $453K
Mount Dora median sold, yr/yr
97.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
166 of 290
Mount Dora actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Mount Dora, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$520,000
2448 BAR HARBOR BAY · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,990 sqft · $261/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$494,000
2318 WAKEFIELD WAY · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,919 sqft · $257/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$319,800
8093 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,436 sqft · $223/sqft · 43 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,697/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $280/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE?+
The association fee works out to $280 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $4,902. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE?+
The listing reports pets: Breed Restrictions. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Mount Dora?+
At $450,000, this home is listed about 4% below the Mount Dora median of $469,950. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8852 BRIDGEPORT BAY CIRCLE?+
Eustis Middle School (middle), Round Lake Charter School (elementary), Eustis High School (high), Seminole Springs Elementary School (elementary) — Lake County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
02Time on market is leverage
246 days on market against a Mount Dora median of 50 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Eustis Middle School, Round Lake Charter School, Eustis High School, Seminole Springs Elementary School — Round Lake Charter School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $535,000, now $450,000 — a $85K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE · Scott McFadden. MLS #G5102771.
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