The article examines how Florida’s millennial generation is increasingly choosing suburban communities over urban centers. Early in the 2010s, America saw a back-to-the-city trend, in part driven by the 75 million-plus Millennial generation. However, this pattern has reversed.
Younger adults now prioritize single-family homes, quality schools, and affordability. The piece highlights specific developments like Arden, Lakewood Ranch, and Lake Nona, noting that millennials now represent significant shares of new homebuyers in major Florida markets including Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa.