Retired Oregon Couple’s hometown Journey Leads them to Babcock Ranch
Making the move across the country in retirement can seem daunting. Deciding on the ideal retirement location and lifestyle with a welcoming sense of community is a process. Just ask Ed and Jan Hanney who relocated from Oregon. We Wanted an Open Concept on The Water The Hanneys had sunshine on their minds when they […]
Have You Ever Seen a Park within a Park?
Living a healthy lifestyle is so much more than getting in your daily exercise. Babcock Ranch provides an unparalleled way of living, with amenities, parks and trails that help every member of your family live their happiest, healthiest life. Half of this new home community’s 18,000-acre footprint is dedicated to lakes, parks and greenways. With […]
Finding Space: Exploring the Benefits of Homeownership and Renting
The decision to buy a home or rent one is a pivotal choice that shapes individuals’ lifestyles and financial landscapes. Both options come with their own set of advantages and considerations. In this blog we explore the benefits of homeownership and renting, helping you navigate the path that aligns with your preferences and goals. With […]
Thanksgiving Tradition Flourishes at Babcock Ranch
During the fall season, there’s an inherent pull to unite friends, neighbors, and family, embracing a heartfelt feast to honor our blessings. As daylight wanes and temperatures cool, we mirror timeless traditions, sharing a delicious homemade meal while acknowledging the abundance that graced our lives through the summer. It’s not just about gratitude; it’s about […]
Exploring the Countless Benefits of Parks and Open Spaces at Babcock Ranch
In the heart of Babcock Ranch, parks and open spaces stand as sanctuaries that offer a wealth of benefits to individuals and families alike. These green spaces serve as more than just recreational spots—they are essential for our well-being, environment, and social cohesion. Nurturing Mental and Physical Health Parks are a tonic for the mind […]
Babcock Ranch featured on The Weather Channel
Syd Kitson joined The Weather Channel’s Alex Wilson and Lynette Charles to discuss Babcock Ranch and its resilience in light of the upcoming hurricane season. Syd shared Babcock’s unique approach to storm preparation and commitment to being a resilient community in the face of hurricanes and climate challenges. Watch the full segment here.
Babcock Ranch featured on NFL Total Access
‘NFL Green’ was launched in 1993 to help reduce the environmental impact of the league’s major events. But change can also be made one individual at a time. This Earth Day we celebrate NFL legend Syd Kitson who is turning land in Florida into America’s first solar city run completely on renewable energy. Watch the […]
Featured In Gulfshore Life: Southwest Florida’s Defenders of the Gulf
Amy Wicks, Civil Engineer, Babcock Ranch Amy Wicks had just graduated with a civil engineering degree from Indiana’s Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and made the trek to the Sunshine State when her new boss at Johnson Engineering dropped an assignment on her desk. “Don’t mess it up,” he said. It was 2006, and the assignment […]
Home Sales Surpass 3,000 as Babcock Ranch Kicks Off a Milestone Year
Babcock Ranch is experiencing another banner year in 2023, surpassing over 3,000 homes sold just as it introduces new neighborhoods, builders, amenities and a second retail center. Ranked the nation’s No. 5 best-selling master-planned community in 2022, Babcock Ranch is America’s first solar-powered town developed with the philosophy that respect for the natural environment, smart […]
Babcock Ranch lauded as a Game Changer in prestigious 2023 Edison Awards
Babcock Ranch’s resilient design earned the sustainable new Southwest Florida town top honors in the internationally recognized Edison Awards ceremony in Fort Myers on April 20. The Game Changer designation honored Babcock Ranch for its groundbreaking innovation in the resilient design category. The Edison Awards, named after American inventor Thomas Alva Edison, not only recognizes […]
Babcock Ranch Featured on “How I Built This” Podcast
Credit: NPR/How I Built This Podcast “How I Built This” Podcast with Guy Raz – Episode 513 – Babcock Ranch: Syd Kitson What would it take to build America’s first solar-powered town? What about a town that could withstand a direct hit from a hurricane? In the early 2000s, Syd Kitson, a former NFL football […]
More Shopping, Dining and Commercial Businesses on tap at Babcock Ranch
Local and national businesses continue to flourish at Babcock Ranch, the No. 5 best-selling master-planned community in the U.S. With the Publix-anchored Crescent B Commons shopping center near full capacity and construction now underway for a freestanding Pet Supermarket and a drive-thru Starbucks, town developer Kitson & Partners is planning the neighboring Shoppes at Yellow […]
Toll Brothers Announces Opening of Waterview Landing
Toll Brothers, Inc (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced the highly anticipated opening of Waterview Landing at Babcock Ranch, a luxury lakefront community offering two collections of single-family homes in Charlotte County, Florida. Home buyers are invited to visit the sales center and tour the professionally decorated model homes located at […]
Designed for Living a Better Life
Here at Babcock Ranch, we’ve carefully selected builders who share our vision for responsible development and sustainable living. Industry leaders with a demonstrated commitment to excellence, a diverse range of beautifully crafted, sustainability-designed homes, cutting-edge construction that meet green building standards, and a shared goal to create a new kind of hometown that exists in […]
The Hometown of Tomorrow: Four Ways Babcock Ranch is Building a New Model for Sustainable Towns
Sustainable living is the future, there’s no way around it. Living in harmony with the environment around us, built to provide a community with ample resources to thrive not just now, but for generations to come—economically, socially, environmentally—it’s a vision picking up momentum around the world. As the idea becomes a priority to commercial and […]
What It’s Really Like to Live in the Hometown of Tomorrow
At Babcock Ranch, we’re building something truly special—a sustainable future where Main Street meets modern technology to create a town unlike anywhere else. Our hometown is designed with your health and wellness in mind, weaving Florida’s natural beauty into your everyday life. Here, life is powered by the sun and streets are illuminated by the […]
Why Choose a Master-Planned Community?
Where you live is just as important as what lives near you—your community often shapes your routines, how you socialize, and even how you work. We’re all looking for ways to make our lives better, whether it’s a short commute to the office, a grocery store minutes away, or neighborhood parks and trails for outdoor […]
From Childhood to Retirement, Babcock Ranch is Built for Everyone
From the start, Babcock Ranch was thoughtfully designed to help all residents live their happiest, healthiest life. With parks and trails for outdoor adventures, solar energy powering a greener lifestyle, and a true town center to meet friends for dinner, see your doctor, or walk to the corner store. From growing families to empty nesters, […]
Midtown Springs to Life with New Builders and New Neighborhoods
As our story unfolds, our core initiatives continue to shape our growth. Our second phase, named Midtown, celebrates our natural landscape and outdoor recreation, and brings six new neighborhoods to Babcock Ranch. There’s also parks within a park. Nestled along its namesake canal, Curry Creek linear park will meander along 3.5 miles, integrating six smaller […]
FAQs: Buying a Home, Sustainability, Storm Safety, and Life at Babcock Ranch
From available homes to storm safety, we’re answering your most asked questions about life in Babcock Ranch. Homes, Builders and Community Fees How do I start the homebuying process? How many available homes do you have? One way to start your homebuying process is by visiting our Discovery Center, where our Town Ambassadors will answer […]
