12.5± Acre Residential Mixed Use Site

The location of the property and close proximity to I-75, the Turnpike, SR 44, and US 301, make it ideal for future expansion. Referred to as "The Crossroads of Florida", Wildwood is a laid-back community located in northern Sumter County, centrally located just 50 miles northwest of Orlando and 75 miles north of Tampa. It is also home to the southernmost portion of The Villages. Wildwood is very family friendly with a fast growing population. The area offers an abundance of outdoor activities which include some of the finest championship golf courses, 4 lakes for boating and fishing, numerous parks and trails, not to mention charming shops and restaurants.MODIVATED SELLER! This 12.5± acre site is one of the few large vacant land parcels remaining in the City of Wildwood with Residential Mixed-Use zoning. Concept/Vision Situated adjacent to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, this is an ideal opportunity for the City of Wildwood to expand the park into a small neighborhood park with a feeling of a true nature preserve. With walkable pathways beneath beautiful live oaks and with fitness stations along the way and equipment for exercising in the great outdoors. This 12.5 acres would be a great addition to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, enhancing this park with activities the locals can enjoy, from a Playground and Splash Pads, Pickleball Courts, Tennis Court , Racketball, Volleyball Court, Basketball Court-Lighted, Art Structure , , Additional Parking, and Restrooms. This property would be a desirable addition for future City needs whether it be for civic needs, recreational space or housing. Wildwood is very family friendly with a fast growing population. The area offers an abundance of outdoor activities which include some of the finest championship golf courses, 4 lakes for boating and fishing, numerous parks and trails, not to mention charming shops and restaurants.