active-adult communities targeting the 55-
plus market.
While these two communities are by far
the most active in the region, buyers are
finding choices all over Central Florida.
Seminole county has seen a resurgence in
new-home communities popping up. Their
size pales in comparison to the size of those
in Lake Nona and Horizon West. But they’re
very much in demand and sales are brisk.
Folks flocking to Lake and Osceola counties
are being greeted by communities offering
28 SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
With so many choices, it’s no wonder
relocators have little trouble finding a
dream home. By Mick Lochridge
38 GRAND TOUR
Relocators are surprised to find that there’s
not just one “Orlando.” By Mick Lochridge
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68 COMMUNITIES
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SPRING BRINGS
NEW-HOME CHOICES
Ahh — spring is finally in
the air; the holidays are behind
us and visions of summer
vacation have yet to
become distractions. Spring
also marks the beginning of
what is commonly referred
to in the homebuilding industry
as the “spring selling
season.” But in some
pockets of the country that
selling season has been in full gear for quite
some time. And Central Florida is one of
those pockets.
Most local builders are reporting strong
numbers for the first quarter of 2019, and
the stream of visitors to their model centers
remains steady. Vying for the top spot
in new home sales once again you’ll find
southwest Orange County’s Horizon West
area and southeast Orange County’s Lake
Nona.
Both areas boast a plethora of choices
— single-family homes, townhomes and
condominiums can all be found as well as
DEPARTMENTS
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4 FEATURED BUILDER
Anchor Homes is committed to craftsmanship
and personal attention to detail. By Michael
Candelaria
6 FEATURED COMMUNITY
Hill Gray Seven’s one-of-a-kind new townhomes
debut on Park Avenue. By Michael Candelaria
8 FEATURED FLOORPLAN
The Pomelo model applies Meritage Homes’
formula for success. By Michael Candelaria
FEATURES
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Your guide to planning and building a custom
home, featuring custom builder Hardwick
General Contracting, a state-of-the-art
business using old-school values. By Michael
Candelaria
20 MORE THAN MICKEY
Tourism first changed Osceola County. Now
high tech is leading another transformation.
By Mick Lochridge
THERESA SWANSON
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HARRY WESSEL
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Micky Grindstaff; Sharon and Marc Hagle;
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Drew and Paula Madsen; Kenneth J. Meister;
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Swanson; Sam and Heather Stark; Randall B. Robertson;
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Timberlake; Harold and Libby Ward; Warren “Chip” Weston;
Tom and Penny Yochum; and Victor and Jackie A. Zollo.
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amenities designed for the whole
family — pools, splash pads, walking and
biking trails.
So, whether you’re looking to be in the
middle of the action or yearn for a little bit
of peace and tranquility, Central Florida
builders have something for you. But don’t
take our word for it — check out the pages
of this issue. We are sure you’ll find the perfect
spot to call home.
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