Lakewood Ranch

We're proud to share that Lakewood Ranch has once again been ranked the #1 multi-generational master-planned community in the United States by RCLCO in its Mid-Year 2026 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities report. With 1,035 new-home sales at mid-year and a #2 overall national ranking, this recognition reflects the enduring strength of the Lakewood Ranch vision and the confidence homebuyers continue to place in our community. As today's buyers prioritize long-term value, quality of life, connectivity, and access to exceptional amenities, Lakewood Ranch continues to stand apart through thoughtful planning and strategic investment. More than $200 million is currently being invested in roads, bike lanes, multi-use trails, parks, and essential community infrastructure, while continued growth across the region is driving exciting projects including the Athletic & Aquatics Center at Premier Sports Campus, Life Time Fitness, Rangeland High School, a new Manatee County high school, the expansion of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, Emerson Lakes Continuing Care Retirement Community, and the continued expansion of the Gulf Coast Trail system. Thank you to our residents, builders, business partners, community stakeholders, and dedicated team members who help make this achievement possible. Together, we're creating a community designed to deliver lasting value for generations to come. Read more about the recognition and what's ahead for Lakewood Ranch: https://heyor.ca/hwlhQw #LakewoodRanch #MasterPlannedCommunity #RealEstate #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment #Leadership #Growth #QualityOfLife #WeAreLWR #Florida #FloridaRealEstate

🏟️ A Game-Changing Addition Is Coming to Lakewood Ranch Manatee County is moving forward with plans for a state-of-the-art indoor sports multiplex at Premier Sports Campus North, located at the southwest corner of Rangeland Parkway and Uihlein Road — just east of the library and north of Premier Sports Campus. The proposed facility will feature four sheets of ice, including an arena with approximately 2,500 permanent seats, and will accommodate a wide range of uses including hockey, figure skating, curling, basketball, volleyball, cheer and dance competitions, tournaments, consumer shows and community events. The ice surfaces can also be covered to support additional sports and programming year-round. Additional amenities are expected to include food and beverage services, retail and pro shop space, orthopedic and medical services, and athletic training facilities. With construction potentially beginning in 2027 and completion anticipated in 2028, this exciting project represents another investment in the infrastructure and amenities that continue to enhance Lakewood Ranch as a premier place to live, work and play. It will also further strengthen the area's position as a regional destination for sports tourism and community events. Read more in the Business Observer article below: https://heyor.ca/GHw1KI #LakewoodRanch #SportsTourism #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityDevelopment #ManateeCounty #PremierSportsCampus

A new village is on the way to Lakewood Ranch. Pulte Homes has announced EverCreek, a 464-acre residential retreat coming to southeastern Lakewood Ranch, thoughtfully designed around natural landscapes, lakeside living, and resort-style amenities. The community will include approximately 1,000 homes, featuring both single-family homes and townhomes. EverCreek is designed for a low-maintenance lifestyle, with spacious, consumer-driven floor plans that will appeal to both growing families and empty nesters. Key planned amenities include: • An eight-acre lakeside amenity campus • Beach-entry resort-style pool connected to a creek-inspired lazy river • Firepit lounge areas and clubhouse with fitness and community spaces • Expansive pickleball complex • Dog park, playground, and event lawn • Nearly three miles of multi-modal trails connecting to Lakewood Ranch’s 150-mile trail network Pulte continues to play an important role in shaping thoughtfully designed, multi-generational villages that align with today’s homebuyers and help further define the lifestyle, sense of connection, and quality of living that Lakewood Ranch is known for. Learn more ➡️ https://heyor.ca/f68cF6 #lakewoodranch #wearelwr #evercreek #comingsoon #newhomes #floridalife #floridaliving #floridahomes #floridarealestate #sarasota #sarasotacounty #realestate #realestatedevelopment #masterplannedcommunity

The continued success of Lakewood Ranch is driven by strong leadership, innovation, and community engagement—and young professionals are playing an important role in shaping our region's future. We're proud to celebrate the impact of the Young Leaders Alliance (YLA), a program of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance for members ages 21-40. Through professional development, networking, mentorship, and community involvement, YLA is helping cultivate the next generation of business and community leaders. At this year's Next Gen Awards, YLA recognized outstanding young professionals who are making meaningful contributions across industries and throughout our community. The organization's highest honor, the Next Gen Award, was presented to Jacob Kinsel for his commitment to community service and leadership through the Manatee Community Foundation. Programs like YLA are essential to fostering leadership pipelines, strengthening business connections, and creating opportunities for emerging professionals to grow and make an impact. Investing in young talent today helps ensure a strong, vibrant future for our community tomorrow. Congratulations to all of this year's finalists and award recipients on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for the leadership, innovation, and community spirit you bring to Lakewood Ranch and the greater region. Read more: https://heyor.ca/lC5Tib #LakewoodRanch #Leadership #YoungProfessionals #BusinessLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #CommunityImpact #EconomicDevelopment #LakewoodRanchBusinessAlliance

Access to quality healthcare is an essential part of building a thriving community. Lakewood Ranch continues to expand its healthcare offerings with the opening of Advocate Radiation Oncology, providing residents with greater access to advanced cancer treatment services close to home. The new facility helps ensure that patients and families can receive specialized care within the community, reducing the need for extensive travel during treatment. As Lakewood Ranch grows, investments in healthcare, education, business, and infrastructure remain key to supporting the needs of residents and enhancing overall quality of life. Read more in the article below. 🔗 https://heyor.ca/nAiCCq #lakewoodranch #healthcare #wearelwr #medicalcare #advocatero #oncologycare #radiationoncology #communitydevelopment #cancercare

As Lakewood Ranch continues to experience significant growth, the region’s healthcare infrastructure is expanding alongside it. 🏥 Major healthcare providers are investing in new facilities, expanded services and long-term medical campuses to help meet the needs of one of the fastest-growing communities in the country. These developments will enhance access to care, support job creation and strengthen the region’s overall quality of life. These investments reflect the continued evolution of Lakewood Ranch as a thriving community where residents have increasing access to high-quality healthcare close to home. Read more about how healthcare is growing alongside Lakewood Ranch: https://heyor.ca/QbpzWo #lakewoodranch #healhcare #wearelwr #healthcareexpansion #communitygrowth #medicalcare

Lakewood Ranch continues to experience strong, intentional growth, and a key part of that success is the steady arrival of new businesses choosing to establish themselves within the community. As highlighted in this SRQ Magazine feature, each new business contributes more than a physical presence. These openings bring job creation, economic investment, innovation, and expanded services that support both residents and the broader regional economy. A critical partner in this growth is the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance. Through business advocacy, strategic connections, ribbon cuttings, and ongoing support, the LWRBA plays an essential role in helping companies not only launch successfully, but integrate and thrive within the local business ecosystem. We are grateful for the businesses that choose Lakewood Ranch and for the organizations that help foster a strong, collaborative environment for continued economic development. Read more: https://heyor.ca/E9An8t #LakewoodRanch #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGrowth #CommunityDevelopment #LocalEconomy #BusinessAlliance #WorkforceDevelopment #RegionalGrowth #SmallBusinessGrowth #EconomicOpportunity

Rangeland High School is the newest high school planned for Lakewood Ranch, continuing the community’s long-standing commitment to education and opportunity. The campus is being built near Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch and is set to open to freshmen and sophomores in August 2027. Education has been a cornerstone of the vision for Lakewood Ranch from the very beginning. Before homes, shopping, and amenities were developed, land was intentionally set aside for schools — ensuring education would remain a pillar of the community for generations to come. Today, Lakewood Ranch is home to top-rated public, charter, and private schools that provide exceptional learning opportunities and consistently earn prestigious accreditations. As Lakewood Ranch continues to grow, so does the investment in educational opportunities for students and families — helping create a community where people can truly live, learn, work, and thrive. Learn morre: https://heyor.ca/mLnLzd #lakewoodranch #education #learning #wearelwr #communitydevelopment #growingcommunities #schools #futurefocused #communityplanning #liveworkplay

Lakewood Ranch continues to set the standard as the No. 1 multigenerational master-planned community in the United States for eight consecutive years — a reflection of something much bigger than numbers. It speaks to long-term vision, thoughtful planning, and a community designed to support every stage of life. We’re also proud to share the latest national rankings from John Burns Research and Consulting’s 2025 Top Master-Planned Communities report, which further reinforce Lakewood Ranch’s position as one of the nation’s leading master-planned communities. This year, John Burns introduced two new categories recognizing communities that demonstrate long-term performance and regional leadership: • Longstanding Titans: communities that have ranked among the nation’s top sellers for a decade or more • Regional Standouts: communities leading JBREC’s first-ever regional Top 10 rankings Lakewood Ranch ranked prominently in both: 🏆 #2 Longstanding Titans (National Ranking) Lakewood Ranch has held the #2 position nationally since 2018 and has remained a Top 10 master-planned community every year since 2010. 📍 #2 Regional Standouts (Florida) Lakewood Ranch also ranked #2 among Florida’s leading master-planned communities. Lakewood Ranch’s long-standing national ranking reflects more than strong sales — it demonstrates the community’s ability to maintain value, attract buyers, and thrive through multiple real estate cycles and changing market conditions. From award-winning amenities and extensive parks and trails to vibrant town centers, employment opportunities, and a diversified housing mix, Lakewood Ranch continues to resonate with homebuyers seeking a connected, lifestyle-driven community. These rankings are meaningful because they reflect sustained demand, long-term confidence, and the strength of a community built with purpose. #LakewoodRanch #MasterPlannedCommunity #RealEstate #CommunityDevelopment #FloridaRealEstate #MixedUseDevelopment #HousingMarket

Before there was land, there was beer. In our new book, Lakewood Ranch: A Legacy of Living with the Land tells the story of how Schlitz Brewing is related to the #1 multigenerational community in the United States. The fall of Schlitz Brewing in the 1960s taught an important lesson: quality should never be compromised. That message became a cornerstone of the Uihlein family’s philosophy, one they carried into their stewardship of Schroeder-Manatee Ranch and, later, Lakewood Ranch. Every decision since has reflected that same principle: integrity over shortcuts, care over convenience, and excellence in every detail. Discover how history shaped Lakewood Ranch’s values in Lakewood Ranch: A Legacy of Living with the Land. Follow us on social media for more historical insights and stories about the place we call home. 📚You can pick up a copy of the book at: • The New Home Center on Lakewood Ranch Main Street • Florida Provisions Co. at Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch • The New Home Center booth at the Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch Or order online through Amazon here: https://heyor.ca/txva45 #mylwrstory #lakewoodranch #wearelwr #livingwiththeland #legacy #book #ourstory #limitededitionbook #community #history #roadtotheranch