New Construction Projects in Lake Alfred, Florida

Project 1: Springs at Lake Alfred (Signature Series and Classic Series)

• Developer: Meritage Homes
• Location: 433 Castle Dr, Lake Alfred, FL 33850 (north of Wye Rd, west/east of HWY 557 area)
• Type: Residential (single-family homes)
• Units/Size: 192 lots planned total (96 in Signature Series); homes typically 3-4 beds, ~1,269+ sq ft
• Status: Under construction / Now selling (move-in ready or near-term homes available)
• Expected Completion: Ongoing (homes available into 2026+)
• Description: New single-family home community with amenities including pool and cabana, walking trails, sports field, parks, and tot lot. Conveniently located near I-4 in Polk County.[1]

Project 2: Gum Lake Preserve

• Developer: LGI Homes (additional mentions of related builders)
• Location: Lake Alfred, FL (near Gum Lake, central Polk County)
• Type: Residential (single-family homes)
• Units/Size: Multiple floor plans (2-5 beds, ~1,130-2,500+ sq ft); exact total not specified in public listings
• Status: Now selling / Actively selling
• Expected Completion: Ongoing
• Description: Lakeside neighborhood offering upgraded, move-in-ready homes with community features including open green space, pond, playground, picnic area, nature trail, and boat ramp access to Gum Lake. Centrally located between Tampa and Orlando.[2]

Project 3: The Lakes

• Developer: Highland Homes
• Location: Lake Alfred, FL (lakefront on Lake Haines / Chain of Lakes area, e.g., near Galloway St)
• Type: Residential (single-family homes, some lakefront/canal-front)
• Units/Size: 414 lots planned; homes e.g., 3+ beds starting ~1,878 sq ft
• Status: New homes for sale / Move-in ready options available
• Expected Completion: Ongoing
• Description: Lakefront enclave with marina and community lake access, offering privacy and nature views in a private setting near US-17/92 and I-4.[3]

Project 4: Eden Hills

• Developer: Multiple builders including Holiday Builders, Meritage Homes, D.R. Horton (master-planned CDD)
• Location: Lake Alfred, FL (Grassy Lake area; phases across the community)
• Type: Residential (single-family homes)
• Units/Size: ~616 lots planned total; Phase 3 ~306 homes on ~117 acres (density ~3.36 du/acre); various 3-5 bed plans
• Status: Phase 1 constructed; Phase 2 infrastructure complete with homebuilding underway; Phase 3 PUD approved (Jan 2026), infrastructure/construction start targeted ~July 2026
• Expected Completion: Phased (ongoing through 2026+)
• Description: Master-planned residential community with resort-style amenities (pool/cabana, trails, parks, dog park, lake access). Multiple builders offering homes in the low-to-mid $300s range.[4]

Project 5: Lowery Hills

• Developer: BK-KL Lowery Hills, LLC (Kolter Group / Brookfield Kolter Land Partners); builders include Maronda Homes, Ryan Homes, Brightland Homes, NVR
• Location: Lake Alfred, FL (north of Old Haines City/Lake Alfred Road and US 17, bisected by Lake Lowery Road; ~217.5 acres)
• Type: Residential (single-family homes)
• Units/Size: ~678-740 total units planned (40' and 50' lots); Assessment Area One ~423 homes
• Status: Infrastructure/mass grading in phases (some complete or advanced); utility agreements in place; vertical construction/sales expected ~Q2 2026 onward
• Expected Completion: First homes late 2026/early 2027; phased buildout ongoing
• Description: Master-planned CDD community maximizing wetland/woodland views, with amenities including pool, cabana, tot lot, pocket parks, and sidewalks. Infrastructure extensions underway.[5]

Project 6: Lake Alfred Square (Publix-anchored shopping center)

• Developer: Dunphy Development / 29:11 Lake Alfred LLC (Tampa-based); Publix as anchor
• Location: Intersection of Old Lake Alfred Road and County Road 557, Lake Alfred, FL (~37+ acres)
• Type: Commercial (retail/mixed-use elements)
• Units/Size: ~54,964 sq ft Publix + liquor store, ~9,800 sq ft inline retail, 7 outparcels; 335 parking spaces
• Status: Construction plans filed (early 2026); zoning/approvals in place
• Expected Completion: Mid-2027 (Publix opening targeted)
• Description: New Publix-anchored shopping center with retail shops and outparcels (potential for gas station, restaurant, bank) to serve growing residential areas. Includes planned signalization at the intersection.[6]

No other significant verifiable new construction projects (residential, mixed-use, or commercial) meeting the criteria were identified from official sources, developer sites, or local news as of September 2026. City infrastructure projects (e.g., water treatment plant) exist but are not private development projects. Details for some (e.g., exact unit counts in master plans) may vary; check developer or city resources for latest updates.