1158 Carmel Cir

Carmel by the Lake is a low-rise, gated condominium community in Casselberry built in 1984 and clustered around Lake Howell. The development consists of four-story buildings served by elevators and covered parking with individual storage units; many residences are end units with screened lanais or balconies facing the water and landscaped walking paths. Typical residences are three-bedroom floor plans (approximately 1,700–1,770 sq ft) featuring split-bedroom layouts, open living/dining areas, eat-in kitchens with pantry space, dual vanities in primary baths, walk-in closets, crown molding, ceiling fans, and other built-ins. Exterior amenities emphasize lakeside recreation: a private boat ramp and docks with boat parking, a man-made creek with meandering trails, manicured grounds, and storm-prepared features such as hurricane shutters and rain gutters. On-site community facilities include a clubhouse, heated pool and spa, tennis/pickleball/racquetball courts, and common-area irrigation and lighting. HOA packages commonly cover water and sewer plus exterior maintenance and access to high-speed internet and cable; pet policies and covered parking are typical. The overall character is suburban-resort living—quiet, amenity-rich, and oriented toward outdoor and water-based activities while remaining within convenient driving distance of Winter Park, Orlando International Airport, and local shopping corridors.