Babcock Ranch

Punta Gorda, Florida, United States

Babcock Ranch is a pioneering, master-planned, solar-powered community spanning approximately 17,000 acres across Charlotte and Lee Counties in Southwest Florida. Designed as America's first solar-powered town, it features energy-efficient homes, extensive green spaces, and a vibrant town center with retail, dining, and recreational amenities. Its strategic location east of I-75 and innovative infrastructure make it a model for sustainable urban development, attracting residents and businesses seeking resilience and environmental stewardship. As of 2025, Babcock Ranch continues rapid growth, with thousands of homes delivered, robust commercial expansion, and a reputation for weathering major hurricanes without power loss or flooding.