Schroeder-Manatee Ranch

Lakewood Ranch, United States

Schroeder-Manatee Ranch is a private company best known as the developer and parent company of Lakewood Ranch, a 35,000+ acre master-planned community in Southwest Florida. Its business model spans real estate development, land management, and agricultural operations, positioning it as a leading force in sustainable community development in the region. The company is recognized for integrating residential, commercial, and recreational amenities while preserving significant portions of land for conservation.