In the wake of the “Babcock boom,” the solar-powered town exceeded 1,000 annual homes sold milestone in 2025
BABCOCK RANCH, Fla. (January 14, 2026) – Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town, shattered its own records to rank as the 4th top selling master-planned community (MPC) in the United States, according to year-end reports by both RCLCO and John Burns Research and Consulting, while the national real estate market faced sizable headwinds in 2025.
In a year characterized by varying market challenges, Babcock Ranch achieved an unprecedented 1,066 net sales, marking the first time the community has surpassed the 1,000 net sales in a calendar year. This represents an impressive 34% year-over-year increase compared to 2024.
“Being recognized as the 4th best-selling master planned community in the United States is an incredible milestone and a powerful validation of what we’ve believed in from the beginning at Babcock Ranch: that sustainability, innovation, and resilience aren’t trends, they’re the foundation of the future,” said Syd Kitson, founder and visionary of Babcock Ranch. “This achievement reflects not only the extraordinary dedication of our team, but also the market’s growing embrace of communities that prioritize purpose and community. We’re seeing more forward-thinking buyers choosing Babcock Ranch because they want a healthier, smarter, more responsible way to live and it’s inspiring to see that vision gaining national traction and recognition.”
2025 Performance Highlights:
● Top National Rankings: Ranked number four Top-Selling MPC in the U.S. by both RCLCO and John Burns Research and Consulting.
● Regional Authority: Ranked as third fastest growing town in Florida.
● Record Sales: 1,066 net sales in 2025, a record for the community and marking the first time Babcock Ranch has surpassed 1,000 net sales in a single year.
● Unmatched Growth: Babcock Ranch outperformed all other top 50 U.S. towns in year-over-year sales growth, leading with a 34% increase (aside from one other community in California).
● Competition: Babcock Ranch was one of only seven communities nationally to exceed 1,000 new home sales. Among them, Babcock Ranch had the highest growth rate.
● Collective Impact: As of December 31, 2025, Babcock Ranch has over 15,000 residents and has sold 5,516 homes.
The wave in demand is fueled by Babcock Ranch’s unique positioning as a blueprint of environmental stewardship and infrastructure resilience. Built 30 feet above sea level and powered by an 870-acre solar farm, the community has gained national attention for its ability to maintain power and structural integrity during major storm events, like category five storm Hurricane Ian, a factor increasingly prioritized by homebuyers.
Babcock Ranch continues to expand its offerings featuring a range of homes from national homebuilders starting in the $200,000’s to over $4 million, including single-family home and apartment rental options. From the vibrant downtown hub known as Founder’s Square to its A-rated, public charter schools for K-12 students and extensive trail network, the town offers a seamless blend of convenience, community, and recreation for every generation from first time homebuyers to retirees.
To learn more about living at Babcock Ranch, visit babcockranch.com.
