The City of Minneola is buzzing with activity, with construction cranes, earth movers, and fresh foundations transforming the skyline. From expansive residential neighborhoods to major commercial hubs, new schools, and community amenities, Minneola is building for a bigger, brighter future.
Hills of Minneola: A City Within a City – One of the largest projects underway, the Hills of Minneola is a massive master-planned community that will ultimately include thousands of single-family homes, apartments, and townhomes. Plans also call for retail, grocery, wellness, entertainment, and medical spaces.
At the heart of the project will be a vibrant town center featuring restaurants, office space, retail shops, and two major anchors — Walmart and Sam’s Club — positioned side by side.
Development Along U.S. Highway 27 – Just off U.S. 27, development is rising from what are now only dirt lots. The Onx Homes project at U.S. 27 and Sullivan Road will bring 178 fee-simple and rental townhomes, adding much-needed housing options to the area.
Healthcare Milestone Coming December 2025 – The AdventHealth Minneola Campus is taking shape along Hancock Road near Florida’s Turnpike. The four-story, 204,000-square-foot facility will deliver full-service, high-quality healthcare to South Lake County residents, marking a major advancement in local medical services.
Crooked Can Brewery Headquarters – Beer lovers will have something to toast when Crooked Can Brewery opens its new 40,000-square-foot headquarters near Hancock Road and the Turnpike. The $17 million project will feature live entertainment, an outdoor beer garden, and a food hall, adding a lively destination for locals and visitors alike.
Minneola Library: A New Chapter – The Minneola Schoolhouse Library at 100 S. Main Avenue is preparing for a big move. The original historic building will be repurposed into a bookstore, while a new $1.6 million library is being constructed on the former site of the old city hall and public works buildings. The new facility is scheduled to open in September 2025.
Fire Rescue Improvements – Fire Station 1 is in the final phase, with bay doors and minor adjustments pending completion. It is expected to open soon. Fire Station 2 is on the longer timeline, with completion projected for late 2028.
Education Expansion – Minneola Horizon Academy — Located at 2101 Minneola Overlook Lane, this new K–8 school emphasizes aviation, aerospace, and engineering, offering unique learning opportunities for local students.
From the roar of construction equipment to the quiet turning of library pages, Minneola’s growth touches every corner of community life — bringing with it new opportunities, services, and places to gather.
