LAND O’LAKES, Fla. (CBS12) — Two fast-growing Florida communities have landed at the very top of Redfin’s list of the hottest neighborhoods in America for 2026.
According to the real estate brokerage’s latest report, Land O’ Lakes ranked No. 1 nationwide, with nearby Plant City coming in at No. 2.
The rankings were based on factors including year-over-year growth in home listing views, home sales, competition among buyers, and how quickly homes are selling.
Redfin says buyers are increasingly drawn to suburban communities that offer more affordability and space while still being close to major job centers and amenities.
Land O’ Lakes, located in Pasco County north of Tampa, saw home listing views jump more than 90% year-over-year, according to the report. The median home sale price there reached about $425,000.
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Plant City, east of Tampa, also ranked near the top as buyers continue searching for relatively affordable homes within commuting distance of the Tampa Bay area. The city’s median sale price was listed at roughly $320,000.
Redfin’s map of the hottest neighborhoods in the U.S. Florida’s Land o’ Lakes and Plant City top the list. (Redfin)
Redfin economists say the trend reflects a broader shift toward suburbs where buyers can get more home for their money without giving up access to employment hubs, entertainment, and services.
Florida’s continued population growth, lack of state income tax, and steady stream of out-of-state buyers have also helped fuel demand in many suburban communities.
The rest of Redfin’s top 10 hottest neighborhoods for 2026 were dominated by Midwest suburbs and New York-area communities:
Oak Creek, Wisconsin (#3)Oceanside, New York (#4)Franklin, Wisconsin (#5)St. Charles/Campton Hills, Illinois (#6)Fairport, New York (#7)Lakeville, Minnesota (#8)Prairie Village/Mission Hills, Kansas (#9)Jenison, Michigan (#10)