SOUTH FLORIDA’S FIRST “AGRIHOOD” TAKES ROOT AT ARDEN
WELLINGTON —The farm is not the only thing growing at Arden — so is the wide range of home styles and sizes, plus there are more opportunities than ever for outdoor family fun. The now-famous agrihood on Southern Blvd. in western Palm Beach County recently opened five new model homes and completed the first phase of amenities —- just in time for families to enjoy over the summer break. The impressive collection of top-quality homebuilders at the 1,200-acre masterplanned community includes Ryan Homes, Lennar, Kennedy Homes and Kenco Communities. Between the four builders, there are more than 20 innovative floor plans to choose from in a wide range of sizes, styles and design. Ryan, Lennar and Kennedy are well established at Arden with a total of eight models now open, and Kenco plans to have its models complete and ready to tour later this year.
The amenities now open at Arden include a basketball/pickleball court and four illuminated Har-Tru tennis courts; soccer field; picnic areas; playgrounds with distinct personalities; and an expansive event lawn that will be regularly programmed by the community’s full-time Lifestyle Director.
Developed to promote healthy living, community engagement and a connection to the great outdoors, Arden will eventually include 2,000 homes that will back up to a community green space, including parks, playfields, greenways, nature trails or lakes. The scenic property features 20 miles of expertly mapped walking and biking trails; a central lake for fishing, kayaking or canoeing; parks; playfields; a twostory recreation center; and a five-acre working farm and event barn. The first of its kind in South Florida and among the few places in the country to feature a farm as a central component to community life, Arden’s focus on healthy living is enhanced by its farm and event barn. Under the direction of two skilled Farm Directors, the five-acre parcel will produce tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs to be shared among residents, making Arden the ultimate farm-to-family community in South Florida. The farm will also feature an event barn where residents can gather for seasonal themed events, market days and classes on a range of topics, from organic gardening to flower arranging to healthy cooking. Residents can also dig into the experience by participating in volunteer days and farm tours. Now underway, the farm and barn are expected to open later this year. The heart of recreational activity at Arden will be the gracious two-story clubhouse, complete with a resort-style pool that cascades over two levels. The peaceful upper pool and spa are surrounded by private cabanas for those who want some quiet time, while the lower pool offers water play areas perfectly suited for families. There will also be plenty of separate indoor and outdoor gathering spaces for all ages to enjoy. The upper level of the clubhouse will have an inviting Wi-Fi café serving coffees, lattes, juice and grab-and-go food items, including frozen treats; meeting and event rooms; and an outdoor, covered patio with a fireplace. The lower level will include a large fitness room and a private exercise studio with Wellbeats™ virtual trainers on demand.
Freehold Communities is the visionary development team behind Arden and is currently developing over 10,000 residential lots in Texas, Tennessee, North Carolina, California and Florida.
Homes at Arden are priced from the mid $300s to over $900. Model home tours are available daily. The community is located at 660 Arden Lake Way, Wellington, FL 33470, just west of the new Palm Beach State College campus and Publix shopping center on Southern Blvd. For more information about the community, its builders or to sign up for the Founders’ Club, please visit www.ArdenFL.com.
“Homes at Arden are priced from the mid $300s to over $900”