Introducing New Construction Homes in Auburndale Gated Community

Updated on January 24, 2025: This story was originally published on March 20, 2024, and has been updated with new information.

Are you ready to trade in the hustle and bustle of city life for a peaceful, charming community? Perhaps you're looking for more space, or maybe you're a professional seeking a comfortable commute to Lakeland, Tampa, or Orlando. Whatever your reason for moving, Summerlake Estates, a brand-new community of new construction homes in Auburndale, could be your perfect address! This intimate, gated community features 54 exclusive single-family homes now selling from the $370’s.

Ideal Location

Summerlake Estates is located in peaceful surroundings, just minutes from parks and recreation, highways, and the best of Central Florida!

Peaceful Surroundings

Nestled near the shores of Lake Arietta, Summerlake Estates offers a beautiful backdrop for your new life. The gated community entrance, private non-through roads, and open spaces combine to create a tranquil setting, and walking trails with benches add to the park-like atmosphere. These thoughtfully integrated common areas not only enhance the neighborhood’s aesthetics but also provide backyard privacy for select homes.

Minutes from Parks

Located off Berkley Road directly across from the Lake Myrtle Sports Complex, you’ll have easy access to additional recreation. The Sports Complex offers baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and access to the Auburndale TECO Trail, all less than ½-mile from your doorstep. You can even walk your furry family members on the trail, or head over to the Auburndale Dog Park, just 1 mile from home.

Highways & Commuting Convenience

Auburndale is nestled in the heart of Central Florida, and Summerlake Estates is situated near major highways including the Polk Parkway, Highway 92, and I-4, Central Florida’s main east-west artery. This places you within easy reach of nearby cities and attractions:

• Downtown Lakeland - 12 miles
• Walt Disney World Resort - 26 miles
• Universal Orlando Resort - 38 miles
• Downtown Orlando - 45 miles 
• Downtown Tampa – 48 miles
• Clearwater Beach – 70 miles

Want to get an even better feel for the Auburndale lifestyle before you move in? Explore how to live like a local for a glimpse of the friendly community, charming shops, and hidden gems that await you.

Beautiful New Construction Homes

At Summerlake Estates, your home will be your sanctuary. Our thoughtfully designed floor plans offer 1,819 to 2,487 square feet of beautifully designed living space with three or four bedrooms, up to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and plan options that allow you to build your home to suit your needs. A two- or three-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and storage, while a covered lanai allows for outdoor living enjoyment.

Choose from available quick move-in homes or build your personalized dream home from the ground up and work with a professional designer at our Personal Selection studio to select features and finishes that perfectly match your style, needs, and budget. A wide selection of design options are available within our included feature lineup, along with luxurious upgrades.

Model Home Now Open at Summerlake Estates

Showcasing the 2,356 square foot Summerlyn II home plan with four bedrooms plus a den, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a three-car garage, the new model home provides a taste of the lifestyle you can expect at Summerlake Estates and is thoughtfully designed with features desired by new homebuyers such as:

• A well-appointed kitchen with quartz countertops, energy-efficient appliances, seating at the oversized island, and a walk-in pantry;
• A bright and spacious open-concept layout, perfect for daily living and entertaining;
• Low-maintenance luxury vinyl plank flooring, a durable, easy-to-clean flooring option popular with Florida homebuyers;
• A spacious owner's suite, complete with a walk-in wardrobe and large en-suite bath;
• A flexible-use den, with the option for the room to be open to the foyer or enclosed with French doors, as suits your needs;
• Outdoor living space, with a Craftsman-style front porch and a spacious screened lanai extending your living and entertaining space into the balmy Florida breeze.

The new model home, located at 2004 Summerlake Drive in Auburndale, is open daily, and we invite you to come by to tour the model, community, and available homes that suit your needs! Call or email us today to connect with an Auburndale New Home Specialist, learn more about this exceptional community, and schedule your VIP tour.