Lakewood Ranch has once again earned the No. 1 ranking among multi-generational master-planned communities in RCLCO Real Estate Consulting’s Mid-Year 2026 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities survey, ranking No. 2 overall nationally behind The Villages. With 1,035 new-home sales at mid-year, Lakewood Ranch continued to outperform broader national and regional trends.
The ranking comes at a time when buyers are more deliberate about where they choose to live and are weighing not only home price and mortgage rates, but also long-term value, lifestyle, schools, healthcare, amenities and confidence in the community itself. In that environment, Lakewood Ranch’s track record and continued investment remain important differentiators.
“In uncertain markets, proven places stand apart,” said Karl Pischke, Principal, RCLCO. “Lakewood Ranch is a trusted, high-performing community with the planning discipline, lifestyle infrastructure and long-term momentum to give buyers confidence in their decision.”…