Archive for Oakford Estates
USF Polytechnic to Open New Campus in Lakeland
Posted by on February 19, 2010 | CommentsIn an economy where most everything seems to be struggling, Central Florida is booming. Before we know it, construction will begin on Legoland in Winter Haven and Bartow is happy to welcome the new Metromont Concrete manufacturing plans. In addition, and probably some of the most exciting news for Central Florida, the University of South Florida Polytechnic has broken ground on their new campus, which is located at the eastern intersection of the I-4 and the Polk Parkway in North Lakeland.
Projected to open in late summer 2012, the new campus is a tremendous addition to the area. USFP chose this specific location because it is situated along Florida’s High Tech Corridor. The I-4, which connects Tampa and Orlando, is one of the state’s main transportation and tourist routes, increasing visibility for the university while also raising the profile of the region as a technology incubator. Read More→
Oakford Estates Success Story!
Posted by on December 27, 2009 | Comments
Highland Homes has another success story in a not-so-new community!
Oakford Estates is a community offering new homes in Lakeland that Highland Homes has been building in now for over 3 years, but most recently has seen an increase in visitor traffic and home sales. The community has always been a huge hit, but was considered an upscale community with luxury features. With the ever changing new home market and prices dropping to some of the lowest on record, Highland Homes had to change the way they do business in this luxury community.
The company examined the floor plans that seemed to be most appealing and reduced prices by changing the included features to fit the “value leaders” business module. Read More→
Oakford Estates Opens Phase II
Posted by on November 12, 2009 | Comments
Oakford Estates, a community located in the high-in-demand area of the Highlands, has seen recent success with new sales. In fact, Oakford Estates has sold out in Phase 1 and is now selling in Phase II, where the community has a hilly elevation that offers homeowners beautiful natural views of a meadow, mature trees, landscaping and conservation. Although it’s a new phase, it feels like an established neighborhood.
This community offers some of the largest homes and nicest home sites you’ll find in the area. With rolling hills, large lots, varied elevations and several lots to choose from, buyers are finding this to be the best value in Lakeland. Homes in this community start at 1,400 square feet and go up over 2,800 square feet. Highland Homes offers over 30 plans to choose from with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2 to 3 ½ baths, 2 and 3 car garages and one or two story plans. There is so much variety in this selection of homes that buyers would have a hard time not fining the perfect home. Read More→
Reduced New Home Pricing From Highland Homes
Posted by on August 28, 2009 | CommentsHighland Homes has been keeping a close watch on the recent stabilization of pricing in the Polk County market and is reacting to it in several of its active communities.
Statistics from Polk County’s
Multiple Listing Service (MLS) show that prices have been stable for the past two months after a downward spiral for nearly two years. Home prices in the area are currently averaging $139,000. In an effort to meet the demand for lower pricing and smaller homes, Highland Homes is making a bold move to reduce its pricing by $10,000 in many of its Polk County new homes. Far from the trend for large homes at higher prices in 2004-2006, buyers now are now choosing value in smaller, more affordable homes. Current homeowners have become more aware of the costs involved in living in larger homes, and are also moving to homes that fit their family size and save on utility costs at the same time.
Stonewood, a Highland Homes community offering Lakeland new homes averaging $194,000, has just introduced a new line of floor plans starting at 1,110 square feet for $129,900. Buyers who could not afford to live in Stonewood a year ago can now afford to build in this exclusive community.
Another North Lakeland Community that saw a $10,000 price reduction is Winchester Estates, where model homes have recently opened and sales have been brisk. Homes in this community are now starting at $119,900, a price more buyers will find to be well within their budget. Read More→
Countryside and Convenience at Oakford Estates
Posted by on August 26, 2009 | Comments
The Windemere at Oakford Estates Phase II
Take a good look at our South Lakeland community, Oakford Estates. Located on picturesque Clubhouse Road between Lakeland’s highland area and a newly-opened shopping center, Oakford is truly the ideal residential setting.
Highland Homes is currently building in Phase II of Oakford Estates. Phase II offers over a dozen conservation lots located alongside one of the area’s wildlife reservations. These lots, as well as many others in Phase II, offer privacy through ample lot sizes adjacent to undeveloped surroundings.
The area around Oakford Estates allows for easy living at its best. Shopping centers can be found minutes away in either direction. To the east of the community on US Highway 98 lies a brand new shopping complex boasting popular restaurants and all of the conveniences of the city. Read More→
Oakford Estates in Lakeland – Now From the $170’s!
Posted by on March 10, 2009 | CommentsOakford Estates, featuring new homes in Lakeland, is now offering new low prices and new community management!
With these exceptional Florida homes now priced from the $170’s, this premier community combines stylish comfort with a prestigious South Lakeland location at an affordable price. Located off of Clubhouse Road in Southeast Lakeland, Oakford Estates is just minutes from the Polk Parkway and only 7 minutes from Lakeland’s celebrated Lakeside Village shopping center. The largely appointed three, four and five bedroom homes, ranging in size from 1375 square feet to 2827 square feet, offer spacious living to complement every lifestyle.
Plus, the community now has a new Sales Manager to better pair home buyers with the perfect home. Highland Homes welcomes Christina Moran as the new Sales Manager of Oakford Estates. Read More→
Luxury Living and Home Plans at Oakford Estates
Posted by on December 20, 2008 | CommentsLuxury living is now available in Lakeland, Fla. at Oakford Estates where floor plans range from 1,600 square feet of living space to over 2,800. Highland Homes has a variety of plans for a variety of homebuyer lifestyles.
Florida home buyers seem to prefer the larger homes at Oakford Estates. Highland Homes is meeting this demand with two plans that are each over 2,000 square feet. Both plans offer open floor plans with executive style kitchens.
The Windermere is 2,827 square foot Florida home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 car garage, an office, formal living and dining, family room, and a covered lanai area. This home is built as a ready-to-own home on a nice large homesite with beautiful views.
The Whitney is another luxury plan developed specifically for Oakford Estates and features 2,738 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 car garage, formal area and a family room with luxury bath in the Read More→
