Exceptional residential development opportunity in the growing Central Florida market of Leesburg, Lake County. This approximately 5.09± acre property features an approved 28-townhome project, providing developers and investors with a strong foundation for a thoughtfully planned residential community.
The property is zoned R-6 Urban Residential with an Urban Medium Future Land Use designation and has public water and sewer available. With an approved 28-townhome project already established, the site presents an opportunity for a developer or builder to capitalize on continued residential growth in Lake County while advancing an existing development vision.
LOCATION & ACCESS
The property offers a desirable combination of residential surroundings, everyday conveniences, recreation, education, and access to the greater Central Florida region.
Everyday necessities are conveniently located nearby, with a Publix Super Market and numerous restaurants approximately 3 minutes from the property. This proximity provides future residents with easy access to grocery shopping, dining, services, and other daily conveniences.
Orlando International Airport is approximately 59 minutes away, or approximately 54.7 miles (88 km), via Florida’s Turnpike, providing convenient access to domestic and international air travel.
The property is also approximately 50 minutes from the Orlando area’s universities and higher-education opportunities and within convenient driving distance of Central Florida’s world-renowned attractions, including the Walt Disney World Resort area and the greater Orlando tourism and entertainment corridor.
THE HARRIS CHAIN OF LAKES & OUTDOOR LIFESTYLE
One of the area's most distinctive advantages is its proximity to Lake County's extensive network of lakes and waterways. Leesburg sits in the heart of an area widely recognized for boating, freshwater recreation and exceptional bass fishing.
The Harris Chain of Lakes is one of Central Florida's premier fishing destinations and has attracted recreational and professional anglers from around the country. The interconnected waterways provide extensive opportunities for bass fishing, boating, kayaking and other outdoor recreation.
The region has hosted nationally recognized professional bass-fishing events, further establishing Lake County and Leesburg as important destinations within Florida's fishing community. The combination of lakes, boat ramps, waterfront parks and year-round outdoor recreation contributes to the lifestyle appeal of the area for both residents and visitors.
Venetian Gardens, located along the Harris Chain in Leesburg, provides additional waterfront recreation with walking areas, boating access and community amenities. The area's extensive lake system is a significant lifestyle feature that distinguishes Leesburg from many other growing Central Florida residential markets.
CENTRAL FLORIDA LOCATION
Leesburg offers the appeal of a growing Central Florida community while maintaining convenient access to the greater Orlando metropolitan area. Residents can enjoy the area's lakes, outdoor recreation and community atmosphere while remaining within driving distance of major employment, education, entertainment and transportation destinations.
The surrounding area includes schools, colleges, healthcare, retail, restaurants, recreation and expanding residential and commercial development. Mineral water production and other commercial and industrial activity in the surrounding region further contribute to the area's diverse economic base.
DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
With approximately 5.09± acres, an approved 28-townhome project, R-6 Urban Residential zoning, Urban Medium Future Land Use, public utilities available and convenient access to everyday amenities, the property offers a compelling opportunity for residential developers, builders and investors seeking a Central Florida development site.
The approved townhome concept provides a defined residential development direction while allowing a future developer to capitalize on the property's location within the growing Leesburg/Lake County market.
The combination of development readiness, residential zoning, infrastructure availability, nearby shopping and dining, educational access, proximity to Orlando, and the recreational draw of the Harris Chain of Lakes creates a well-rounded location for a new residential community.
Approximately:
• Publix Super Market – 3 minutes
• Restaurants and everyday conveniences – 3 minutes
• Orlando International Airport – 59 minutes / 54.7 miles via Florida's Turnpike
• Orlando-area universities and higher education – approximately 50 minutes
• Central Florida/Orlando attractions, including the Walt Disney World Resort area – convenient driving distance
• Harris Chain of Lakes – nearby access to nationally recognized bass fishing, boating and waterfront recreation
The property is being marketed as a development and investment opportunity. Buyer and buyer's representatives should independently verify acreage, zoning, land use, density, utilities, development approvals, impact fees, engineering, drainage, environmental requirements, roadway requirements and all governmental approvals necessary for the buyer's intended use.