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Save Big on Your Orlando New Home through May 31, 2013
Posted by on May 24, 2013 | Comments
Customization can be one of the most exciting aspects when it comes to selecting your dream home and if you’re house hunting in the Orlando area, you’re in luck! Through May 31, 2013, homebuyers will receive $10,000 towards free upgrades exclusively at our beautiful Whitemarsh community in Leesburg, Fla.
If you are like most, you probably have a list of features you would like your Orlando new home to include such as granite countertops, stainless steel appliances or products to make your home even more energy efficient. From cabinetry to countertops, lighting and more, the Highland Homes Personal Selection Studio offers top quality, name-brand products for you to perfectly design your home to meet your needs and taste. Read More→
Tampa Townhomes Coming Soon from Highland Homes
Posted by on May 17, 2013 | Comments
A premier single-family home builder for more than a decade, Highland Homes is excited to announce that they will soon offer Tampa townhomes for sale. Beginning next month, buyers will have the opportunity to purchase spacious townhomes at Oakwood Terrace in Valrico, Fla., priced from the $130,000s.
This Florida home builder has constructed townhomes for rent previously and is excited to offer townhomes for sale for the first time in more than a decade. Highland Homes has purchased sites for nine buildings at Oakwood Terrace for a total of 46 townhome units. Spacious interiors will feature approximately 1,590 to 1,715 square feet of living space with three to four bedrooms and a one-car garage for parking and storage. Homeowners can enjoy stunning nature views from their new townhome with some of the buildings located on water. Read More→
Florida Home Builders Prepare for Homebuying Frenzy
Posted by on May 16, 2013 | Comments
As home prices remain affordable and interest rates hit record lows, Florida home builders have seen an uptick in buyer demand. Experts note we may be on the verge of a homebuying frenzy.
Why now you might ask? During the recession, many potential homebuyers were unable to purchase a home due to financial uncertainty, but now the economy is coming back and those buyers are ready to purchase. Referred to as “shadow demand,” it is estimated that as many as 2 million people who might have wanted to purchase a home between 2008 and 2010 did not due to the recession. Now those people, as well as the regular flow of new homebuyers, are out searching for their perfect home. Read More→
Residents of Lakeland New Homes Soak in Some Local Flavor
Posted by on May 7, 2013 | Comments
The model home at Winchester Estates is the Lindsey II, a popular three bedroom home with an open layout.
Tucked away on the fringes of the city, Winchester Estates is a community of north Lakeland new homes where residents enjoy a country-like setting with convenient access to US-98 and I-4. One thing that really stands out about this particular area is the presence of local “mom and pop”-type establishments that vary from the normal hustle and bustle of a city, and provide a unique local flavor.
When it comes to restaurants, North Lakeland has the typical chain locations to satisfy your cravings like any city. However, there are also a variety of small, family-owned establishments that hit the spot and give you something a little different to look to enjoy. Eateries such as Granger & Sons Bar-B-Que, Sorrento Pizzeria & Restaurant, RJ Grady’s Burgers and Brew, Mamitas Diner and The End Zone Family Restaurant and Sports Bar all lie minutes away from Winchester Estates and have developed a local following for their great eats and drinks. Read More→
March Breaks Records with Most Tampa New Homes Sold in 7 Years
Posted by on April 30, 2013 | Comments
If you are looking for more proof that the Florida housing market is improving, then look no further than Tampa. In March, more than 3,100 Tampa new homes were sold in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Hernando counties. Not only is this number a 7 percent increase from March 2012, but it is also the busiest month for home sales since May 2006.
In addition to the record breaking sales, March saw an increase in home prices according to the Tampa Bay Times and data from My Florida MLS. The average home price for March was $150,000 which is a 22 percent increase from March 2012. Read More→
Ooo La La – Model Home at Normandy Heights Gets a Fresh New Look
Posted by on April 12, 2013 | Comments
Our Normandy Heights model home in Winter Haven, which was built in 2006, has been updated with a fresh, new look.
The home showcases Highland Homes’ popular Remington II floor plan, which features 1,841 square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-car garage. Read More→
Affordable Tampa New Homes Appeal to Retirees
Posted by on April 5, 2013 | Comments
Retirement is a time to enjoy your free time and many dream of warm weather and sandy beaches. In Tampa, retirees can enjoy that and so much more! From museums to golf courses to major sports teams, retired active adults will enjoy exploring the culture of this Florida city. Plus, affording this ideal Florida lifestyle is affordable. Retirees moving south will be excited to know that Tampa new homes from Highland Homes are affordably priced from the low-$100,000s.
With affordable housing available and a variety of things to do, it is no wonder that Tampa is one of the top places to retire. Read More→
