Builder expands into hotly competitive region

An arm of Naples-based Stock Development, one of the largest locally owned homebuilders in the region, has officially expanded into a new territory: Lakewood Ranch in east Manatee County.

The division, Stock Signature Homes, showcased new furnished models in Collingtree at Country Club East late last month, according to a statement. In addition to Country Club East, Stock plans to build homes in the Lake Club and Esplanade Golf and Country Club at Lakewood Ranch. All those communities have been some of the top selling areas of Lakewood Ranch.

Stock Signature Homes will offer more than 40 floor plans, 12 models and 19 move-in ready homes in the area. Stock Signature is also offering a free Gold Membership to the Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club with the purchase of every newly built home, the statement adds.