Why Homebuyers Love Lake Alfred
Lake Alfred’s Small Town Charm
Lake Alfred is a small city located between Tampa and Orlando in the Central Florida Highlands. Here, residents enjoy life in quiet neighborhoods and a friendly small-town atmosphere while enjoying easy access to two major metropolitan areas. Lake Alfred offers a peaceful retreat abundant with natural beauty, graced by rolling hills and serene lakes. For homebuyers seeking a lifestyle that feels calmer and more personal than Orlando, Lake Alfred delivers the perfect balance. Lake Alfred looks to the future with ongoing improvements to their downtown area. The city adopted a Downtown Master Plan in 2011 with goals to maintain their small-town charm while encouraging growth and redevelopment. Signs of progress include new retail stores and facade improvements. A special retreat is Mackay Gardens and Lakeside Preserve, a city park with nature and fitness trials, a playground and event venue. The historic Mackay house is pictured below. Lastly, this charming Central Florida town hosts city events like “Light Up Lake Alfred” on December 13th.
Exceptional Home Value vs. the Greater Orlando Market
New home prices in Lake Alfred are often more accessible than comparable homes in Orlando and many surrounding suburbs. Homebuyers benefit from:
- A quieter lifestyle without sacrificing convenience
- Competitive pricing compared to the Greater Central Florida market
- A better value per square foot vs. many Orlando-area new construction communities
Eden Hills – Lake Alfred’s Hidden Treasure
Holiday Builders, Florida’s award-winning homebuilder is proud to offer new homes in Eden Hills. Eden Hills is a new home community offering residents beautiful homes and outstanding amenities. Our Cornerstone Collection homes feature designer-curated cabinets, granite or quartz countertops, and covered lanais. A full appliance package is also included. Holiday Builders is recognized for its thoughtfully designed floorplans with open living spaces and modern kitchens. These energy-efficient new homes are built for today’s lifestyle whether you’re a first-time buyer, growing family, or someone looking to right-size in a low-stress community. Eden Hills grand resort-style pool is a great year-round retreat. There’s plenty of room and lots of lounge chairs so you can find the perfect spot to dive into the water or your favorite book. The children’s playground is nearby as well as the community dog park. Want to get to know your neighbors? Meet at the dog park – its a great place to socialize.
New Publix Shopping Center
Lake Eden homeowners are looking forward to the completion of a new Publix Shopping Center located minutes away at the intersection of CR 557 and County Road 557. The prototype store offers bonus features inspired by like stores in Tampa and Wesley Chapel. These extras include specialty menu items in the Deli, and a Pours area where customers may grab a smoothie, an acai bowl or even an adult beverage to enjoy while they shop. Thanks to WKMG Orlando for the photo below. The store has a projected 2026 opening but officials have not specified a date.
Eden Hills – Closeout Savings
Only a limited number of Holiday Builders’ homes remain in Eden Hills, making this a rare opportunity to purchase new construction in a highly desirable location. Move-in-ready homes start in the low $300s, an incredible value in Central Florida. Plus, we are offering various financial incentives including rate buy downs for qualified buyers working through our lending partner, Coastal Loans. The best way to find out about our incentives is to speak with our New Home Consultants at our model home in Eden Hills. We are located at 1824 Basenji Drive, Lake Alfred, FL, 33850. The model is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm and Sundays from 12 pm to 5 pm. Please call us at 321-610-5908 for additional information or visit HolidayBuilders.com.
Photo credit Mackay Gardens & Lakeside Preserve: By AHeneen – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0,
Tags: Central Florida New Homes, Close out savings, Eden Hills, Lake Alfred
