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Rich in history with a promising future, Eustis is ideally located in Lake County in the heart of Central Florida. Situated in the Orlando metropolitan area, Eustis offers its residents a rural lifestyle with the advantages of an abundance of jobs, major retail centers, extensive entertainment opportunities, and a diverse calendar of cultural events and activities that are available both locally and within easy commuting distance. Centered midway between both coasts, Eustis is within easy driving distance to the Orlando area attractions, Daytona Beach, the Ocala National Forest, and the Space Coast.  If you're seeking a place to call home,  Eustis offers attractive lifestyle choices and unlimited opportunities of places to go, things to do, and new friends to meet. Nestled along the shores of Lake Eustis, the town of Eustis provides a relaxed, rural setting for residents.  While tourism does contribute to the economy of Eustis, the town prides itself on having a great diversity of businesses and industries, including agricultural, food products, graphics, forest products, manufacturing, retail and transportation.  Eustis is located in the hub of eastern Lake County's Golden Triangle which gives its residents accessibility to several public and private schools.  Four colleges and universities are within close distance, including Stetson University and the University of Florida. Nearby theaters and art museums insure that Eustis can offer a diverse calendar of cultural events and activities that are available both locally and within easy commuting distance.  Eustis has the most beautiful lakefront setting anywhere. Lush gardens, cool fountains, a lengthy walk way suspended over the lake, an Olympic pool and historical band shell all enhance Ferran Park in downtown Eustis. A city marina, restaurants, a bed and breakfast and gift shops all make Eustis the friendly city.   The Trout Lake Nature Center is a 230-acre wildlife preserve located on the north edge of Eustis. The preserve protects the flora and fauna of a wetlands-forest habitat bordering on Trout Lake.

The city provides several sites and facilities for both active and passive recreational activities. 

Park Facilities:

Bennett Park (Intersection of South Grove Street and Old Mount Dora Road) Our newly refurbished playground equipment, tennis courts, and picnic tables provide the perfect area for passive and active recreational activities.

Cardinal Cove (287 Cardinal Street) Our new fishing pier, picnic facilities, covered pavilion, tennis court, and quarter-mile multi-purpose track at this facility make it a popular destination for family activities and events. Stroll the scenic boardwalk along Lake Willie to access the facilities at the Carver Recreation Complex.

Carver Park (2214 East Bates Avenue) This recreation complex provides a variety of activities for every member of your family. Facilities include basketball courts, softball fields, volleyball courts, picnic tables, and covered pavilions. Stroll the scenic boardwalk along Lake Willie to access the facilities at Cardinal Cove.

Carver Park Annex (North side of Bates Avenue, across from Carver Park) This new recreation facility includes a multi-purpose field for soccer, football, etc.; racquetball courts, a nature area; and an activities pavilion with picnic tables.

Elizabeth Circle (West of Kurt Street at junction of Clay Boulevard and Eustis Road) This small, neighborhood park provides playground equipment and a tennis court.

Ferran Park (West of Bay Street, between Orange and Clifford Avenues) This jewel of the downtown area is ideally located on the shores of beautiful Lake Eustis. Beautifully landscaped, with walking paths and benches throughout, the park provides a glimpse into our history, including the beautiful, restored sea wall running along the lakefront to the Mediterranean style bandshell majestically located at the northern end of the park. Other facilities include a playground area, covered pavilions, and picnic tables. Immediately adjacent to the park, lies the city's aquatic center and the ever-popular Eustis Lake Walk.

Selleen Tot Lot (Selleen Drive, south of Getford Road) This small, neighborhood park is perfect for families with small children, providing both playground equipment and picnic tables.

Sunset Island Park (Ward Avenue, west of Bay Street) Our new pavilion, picnic tables, track, and playground equipment make this park a favorite picnic area. Facilities include: playground equipment; basketball court, racquetball courts, tennis courts, quarter-mile walking path, picnic tables, and covered pavilion.

Pendleton Park, (Adjacent to the Community Center - shown above), overlooking beautiful Lake Eustis, Pendleton Park is equipped with new playground equipment, picnic tables, and provides easy access to the Eustis Lake Walk.

Eustis' beautiful lakefront walkway offers visitors and residents a panoramic view of beautiful  7,806-acre Lake Eustis.  The walk provides close, convenient access to the downtown restaurants; stores; shops; hospital facilities; art museum; community theater; and city government offices.

Home of the Eustis Panthers
Florida Class 3A Baseball Champions
2003 and 2000

Statistics & Facts

Population:  15,106 (2002); Est. population in July 2002: 15,891 (+3.6% change)
Land area:  19.179 sq. kilometers/8.4 square miles
Surface water: 3.307 sq kilometers.
Elevation: 67 feet
 

The distance from Eustis to Washington DC is 746 miles and to the Florida state capital is 193 miles. (as the crow flies)
Eustis is positioned 28.85 degrees north of the equator and 81.68 degrees west of the prime meridian.
Median house value: $81,400 (year 2000), the average home price is $120,000, while prices range from $60,000 to $250,000. Housing types available include Single Family Homes, Residential, Commercial, Lots & Land, Investment Properties, Waterfront, Town Homes & Condominiums.

Central Florida Realtors John Hambrick and Angela Chapman can help you find your dream home here or in any of the surrounding communities.  Or they can help you sell your Lake County home.  They know how to bring buyers and sellers together.