SARASOTA, FL, August 15, 2025 – Forestar Group Inc. (“Forestar”), one of the largest residential community developers in the nation, announces the growth of the Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch luxury builder program with the introduction of Perry Homes. Perry Homes will open with 50’ to 90’ homesites and plans ranging from 2,011 square feet to 3,865 square feet. In addition, there will be models showcasing a variety of homesite and plan options.
“Known for timeless design and attention to detail, Perry Homes is a strong match for the Lakewood Ranch way of life,” said Laura Cole, Senior Vice President for Lakewood Ranch Communities. “Their debut in Star Farms—the top-selling village in the community— fills a key niche in the builder lineup, expanding the range of high-quality options for discerning buyers.”
One of the premier models, the 3702F, has a covered front porch, private home office with front yard views, family room filled with natural light, backyard covered lanai, kitchen equipped with an island and a walk-in pantry, as well as a dining area which overlooks a backyard cabana. From the family room is the game room, framed by two walls of windows, providing additional gathering space. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat with a wall of windows and french doors leading to the primary bathroom with two walk-in closets, a linen closet, dual vanities, a freestanding tub, and a large glass-enclosed shower. Each secondary bedroom includes a private bathroom and walk-in closet. The three-car split garage offers an additional storage area.
“We are proud to bring Perry Homes to Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch, a community that shares our commitment to quality living and thoughtful design,” said Garrison Taska, Perry Homes Division President. “This expansion reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional homes tailored to every lifestyle, where families can grow, connect and thrive in the state’s most desirable communities.”
The newly unveiled discovery luxury neighborhood collection at Star Farms is designed for families seeking a custom home and grand estate curated experience nestled alongside natural preserves and pristine lakes. The Star Farms luxury builders include Homes by West Bay, Perry Homes, AR Homes, John Cannon, and Lee Wetherington.
“We are excited to continue to expand our luxury builder program offering with the addition of Perry Homes,” Tony Squitieri, Forestar West Florida Region Vice President. “Perry Homes is a top ranked builder committed to quality and a great customer experience.”
Surrounded by the natural beauty of Southwest Florida, Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch is a multigenerational lifestyle community that offers a unique experience tailored to residents. The thoughtfully designed, 1,300-acre, gated village is a resort ranch hometown featuring 2,800 single-family homes, paired villa retreats and townhomes with a variety of amenities, clubs and hospitality services. The featured homebuilders in Star Farms showcase numerous floorplans to choose from, ranging from approximately 1,500 to more than 5,000 square feet with luxury, custom options available. Positioned as the largest master-planned community within the award-winning Lakewood Ranch, Star Farms is minutes from dining, shopping and cultural activities as well as top-rated beaches.
Whether exploring new adventures, discovering new passions, meeting new neighbors or finding new ways to connect with nature, Star Farms is an extraordinary place to call home.
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About Perry Homes
Perry Homes is the largest woman-owned homebuilder and has established a Tradition of Excellence in homebuilding over the past 58 years. Family-owned and operated since its inception in 1967, Perry Homes is committed to building quality, superior homes while providing exceptional customer care before, during, and after construction. The homebuilder has earned a phenomenal reputation by evolving with the wants and needs of its 70,000+ customers, all while securing a 95% satisfaction rating*. Perry Homes offers a variety of timeless and modern architectural concepts with more than 500 new home designs. Buyers will find a robust selection of quality standard features and design options in every home that radiate elegance and sophistication, including soaring ceilings, gorgeous walls of windows, open concepts, and flexible spaces to fit any lifestyle. For more information, visit www.perryhomes.com. *Since 2016, over 95% of homeowners who completed the Perry Homes New Homeowner Survey have rated their overall satisfaction as “Satisfied” or “Very Satisfied.” The homebuilder sends a New Homeowner Survey to the primary customer contact for every home between 30 and 60 days after closing.
About Lakewood Ranch
Developed by Schroeder-Manatee Ranch, Lakewood Ranch is the 55-square-mile, award-winning master-planned community located in Sarasota and Manatee counties on Florida’s west coast. Just a few miles from the region’s white-sand beaches and offering a robust mix of cultural assets, Lakewood Ranch is home to more than 74,000 residents. It has ranked as the nation’s top-selling multigenerational master-planned community for seven consecutive years and serves as a major economic engine for the region, with more than 22,000 people employed across a growing mix of businesses, healthcare facilities, and commercial centers. The community also features top-rated schools, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, the 75-acre Premier Sports Campus, Sarasota Polo Club, and three vibrant town centers with shopping, dining, and entertainment. Lakewood Ranch is a place where individuals and families can put down roots, build careers, and find community. For more information, visit www.lakewoodranch.com.
About Forestar Group Inc.
Forestar Group Inc. is a residential lot development company with operations in 64 markets and 23 states. Based in Arlington, Texas, the Company delivered more than 14,700 residential lots during the twelve-month period ended June 30, 2025. Forestar is a majority-owned subsidiary of D.R. Horton, the largest homebuilder by volume in the United States since 2002. For more information, visit www.forestar.com.
Community pricing, features, terms, availability and amenities are subject to change at any time without notice or obligation.
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