Now Building: Dream Homes at Myrtlebrook Preserve in Lakeland, FL

Posted: December 23, 2025 | Categories: Communities
By Highland Homes

Living area in the new model home at Myrtlebrook Preserve in Lakeland, FL

If you are searching for a new home in North Lakeland offering a laid-back locale with convenience to shopping, major employers, and I-4, your search ends here – Homes are now available at Myrtlebook Preserve!

Located between Duff Road and W Daughtery Road, about one mile west of US-98 N, Myrtlebrook Preserve is nestled in peaceful surroundings on the fringes of the city limits, yet only minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, and I-4.

Let’s explore why you’ll want to make Myrtlebrook Preserve your new home in Lakeland.

Desirable North Lakeland Location

Aerial of Myrtlebrook Preserve in Lakeland, FL

Myrtlebrook Preserve balances the ideal combination of laid-back rural-suburban surroundings with convenience to necessities. People love living in North Lakeland because it generally offers lower density, meaning fewer people and the feeling of more space, yet provides easy access to shopping, recreation, and highways.

Convenience to Shopping, Dining, and Highways

The Joinery in Downtown Lakeland
Myrtlebrook Preserve in just 7 miles from Downtown Lakeland


Living at Myrtlebrook Preserve, you are just minutes from major roadways including US-98 N (1.2 miles), I-4 (4 miles), and Highway 92 (6.5 miles). Not only does this provide commuting convenience, but also easy access to shopping and dining such as:

  • Publix Super Market at Lake Gibson Shopping Center – Shopping is a pleasure at this local-favorite grocer, 1.4 miles from home.
  • Shoppes of Lakeland – Target, Dick’s Sporting Goods, T.J. Maxx, Old Navy and Chamberlin’s anchor this plaza, 3.5 from Myrtlebrook Preserve. Restaurants here include Ford’s Garage, Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill and Olive Garden.
  • Lakeland Square Mall - 3.7 miles from home, Lakeland Square Mall offers 90+ department stores and retailers, a food court and variety of dining, and a movie theater.
  • Downtown Lakeland – From boutique shopping to delectable dining and parks, theaters, and community events, this thriving downtown is just 7 miles from your new home.

Parks and Recreation Close to Home

When you’re ready to get outside, enjoy recreation close to home at:

  • Hunt Fountain Park, with sports courts, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions, just 1/2-mile away;
  • Douglas M. Cook Park, offering sports courts, walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a dog park, 3.5 miles from home;
  • Gator Creek Reserve, located 4.7 miles from home, is a 2,700 acre nature park provides natural beauty and trails ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing,
  • Bonnet Springs Park was recently named the Best City Park in the US, and this sprawling, 168-acre urban park is only 8 miles from your new home at Myrtlebrook Preserve. Enjoy trails, playgrounds, botanical gardens, and indoor and outdoor spaces that foster art and connection with nature.
Woman running on trails at Bonnet Springs Park in Lakeland, FL
Bonnet Springs Park


Access to Nearby Metropolitan Areas

Lakeland has a lot to offer – and when you are ready to enjoy beaches, attractions, and nearby big cities, those are within easy reach thanks to the convenience to I-4. Tampa is about 30 miles from Myrtlebrook Preserve, with Gulf Coast beaches such as Clearwater Beach and St. Pete Beach clocking in at 60 to 65 miles. Or, head east to the Orlando area – the , Walt Disney World Resort is 35 miles, Universal Studios 47 miles, and Downtown Orlando approximately 50 miles from your new home in Lakeland.

Desirable New Construction Homes in Lakeland

A home at Myrtlebrook Preserve in Lakeland

Myrtlebrook Preserve was designed to provide desirable homes with attainable pricing in peaceful surroundings. This small community will feature only 77 homes, with dedicated open space, ponds, and trails.

Ten unique home plans are available to choose from, offering 1,358 to 3,162 square feet of living space, 3 to 6 bedrooms, and 2 to 3.5 baths. Choose from home layouts with 1 or 2 stories, a 1 or 2-car garage, and desirable features such as open-concept layouts, flexible-use rooms, and outdoor living space.

Outdoor living space in a Lakeland new home

Attainably priced from the $320’s, these new construction homes in Lakeland include incredible value, with energy-efficient features, high-quality materials, and a full warranty for your peace of mind. Choose from professionally-designed quick move-in homes, or select your favorite homesite, plan, and design features and build your personalized dream home from the ground up!

We would love to meet you, learn about your new home needs, and show you how you can make your homeownership dreams a reality at Myrtlebrook Preserve. Our beautiful, professionally-designed model home is now open at 6413 Evergreen Meadows Drive in Lakeland - Call or email us to schedule your VIP appointment with a Lakeland New Home Specialist today!

Living area of the Serendipity by Highland Homes in Lakeland


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