Sacramento, Calif. – April 2019 – Lennar is hosting a special event at many of their active communities across eight different cities to celebrate Earth Day and teach prospective home shoppers about the green qualities of a new Lennar home. The event is taking place at communities in Sacramento, Folsom, Elk Grove, Rancho Cordova, El Dorado Hills, Roseville, Woodland, and Plumas Lake, this Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. where attendees can enjoy complimentary treats, get creative with a flower pot decorating craft project and enter to win a prize.

“Every day is Earth Day in a new Lennar home so we’re excited to host this event where homeowners can get to know their new neighbors, and prospective home shoppers can learn more about our communities and energy-efficient home designs,” said Michelle Velky, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Sacramento. “With our Everything’s Included® features, refined building process, choice of quality materials and our voice-activated home automation package, the list of environmentally-friendly features continues to grow at Lennar.”

Creating an energy-efficient home starts during the construction process. Radiant barrier roof sheathing increases cooling efficiency, which allows for increased indoor comfort and minimized air conditioning use. Low VOC paint, which stands for low volatile compounds, have a less harmful chemical makeup that improves air quality both indoors and out. Low emissivity windows, programmable thermostats and irrigation, and energy-efficient lightbulbs also contribute to lowered energy use.

Lennar Sacramento offers solar packages at many of the new communities they build. Solar offers a revolutionary way to counter energy use – by creating it. State-of-the-art SunStreet Solar Systems allow new Lennar homeowners to take advantage of this eco-conscious technology.

Along with energy-efficiency, Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program also provides homebuyers with a high level of additional standard features that add to their home’s value. Beautiful quartz countertops, stainless steel, and ENERGY STAR-certified appliances, home automation technology and more all come included at no additional cost.

To discover which communities the event will be taking place this Saturday, visit www.lennar.com/sacramento, email LennarSacramento@Lennar.com or call (916) 304-9711.

With hundreds of communities nationwide and homes designed for first-time, move-up and luxury homebuyers, Lennar has grown to become one of the nation’s leading and most respected homebuilders. Lennar has a longstanding history of building homes of enduring quality in only the most well planned and desirable locations throughout the country.

Denver, Colo. – April 2019 – Home shoppers may now visit Lennar’s Generations at Stapleton community to tour a brand-new model home showcasing their wildly popular Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® design. With multigenerational living on the rise, The Legacy model home features a main home plus an attached private suite that’s ideal for elderly parents, long-term guests or using as a home office or art studio. Stop by this gorgeous community and experience this unique design—all set within an amenity-rich and desirable neighborhood in Denver. 

“Our Generations Collection at Stapleton exclusively offers our innovative Next Gen® designs featuring exceptional dual living suites that are designed to provide additional living space without compromising square footage to the main home,” said Carrie Castilian, Director of Marketing for Lennar Colorado. “This design provides the perfect combination of closeness and privacy, so families can share their home with loved ones without sacrificing comfort, style or anyone’s privacy.”

Starting in the low $700s, The Legacy floorplan offers approximately 3,171 square feet including five bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms and a three-car garage. The main home features a large study, covered deck, an open living area encompassing the Great Room, dining room and kitchen, as well as three spacious secondary bedrooms for the kids and master suite with spa-inspired bathroom.

The private Next Gen® suite is seamlessly connected to the main home through a dual access door, which allows for as much interaction between the two spaces. The suite has everything one would need to live comfortably and privately: a separate entrance, living area with kitchenette, bedroom with walk-in closet and bathroom. It’s like having two homes under one roof and the ultimate solution for extended families and multigenerational living.

Generations at Stapleton offers three, two-story designs ranging in size from approximately 2,928 to 3,171 square feet. In addition, all homes come equipped with Lennar’s impeccable Everything’s Included® package which boasts many high-end, luxury features included at no extra cost. Beautiful maple cabinets, crown molding, GE® stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, full unfinished basements and granite countertops with full backsplashes are just some of the features included. Homebuyers do not have to compromise on the features they love when buying a new home with Lennar.

Life at Stapleton is special. North of I-70, Stapleton’s newest neighborhood Willow Park East features modern athletics and an organic vibe. New parks, sweeping green spaces and new schools are sprinkled throughout the neighborhood with nearby retail and entertainment. Experience Stapleton’s intimate town center with specialty shops, quaint boutiques, and seasonal farmers market. For those who like to buy in bulk, major grocery stores are set within the community. Spend your free time getting lost in a good book at the Stapleton library or at one of the many community events in the neighborhood.

To tour the new model and learn more about the community, stop by the Welcome Home Center located at 5668 Dallas St in Denver, Colo. 80238. For more information, visit www.Lennar.com/Colorado or call 303-569-4142.

About Lennar

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.

As mortgage rates drop, home buying affordability continues to grow. More consumers in the market believe that now is the right time to buy a home. Learn more on why buyers are optimistic this spring home buying season in this HousingWire article by Alcynna Lloyd.


As the housing market continues to shift in favor of homebuyers, data indicates that many Americans believe now is a good time to buy, according to Fannie Mae’s latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index.

According to the GSE’s report, sentiment spiked 5.5 points in March to 89.8. Not only does this reverse last month’s slight decline, but it also marks the highest climb since June 2018.                                                  

“A brighter housing market outlook drove this month’s increase in the HPSI – a welcome sign from consumers as we enter the spring and summer home-buying seasons,” Fannie Mae Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Doug Duncan said. “The results further corroborate the positive effect of falling mortgage rates on affordability, which we expect will help support a rebound in home sales.”

Duncan may be right, as Fannie’s index reveals increases in the “Good Time to Buy” and “Good Time to Sell” components drove the measure of consumer sentiment higher, rising by 7 and 13 percentage points, respectively.

Complementing that rise, more consumers said they now expect interest rates to fall within the next 12 months, as that component rose 7 percentage points in March alone, the report notes.

Overall, the rise of affordability paired with positive contributions from the job sector are now projected to drive housing demand even further.

“Continuing a five-month trend, the net share of consumers who believe mortgage rates will go down increased 7 percentage points amid a 35 basis-point drop in mortgage rates in March alone,” Duncan said. “Meanwhile, job confidence – little changed from last month’s survey high – also continues to support housing sentiment, while income growth perceptions firmed from both prior month and year-ago levels, potentially supporting an uptick in housing demand.” 

NOTE: Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index is constructed from six questions, gauging the current views and forward-looking expectations of consumers navigating the housing market.

Gresham, Ore. – April 2019 – Lennar is bringing new, single-family homes to Gresham with the Grand Opening of a new home community, Madelynn Place, on May 4th from 12 to 4 p.m. Bring the family and join in the festivities including complimentary eats, model tours, and a fun atmosphere. This new neighborhood will offer home shoppers an incredible opportunity to purchase a brand-new, Everything’s Included® home in a charming suburban location near popular recreation, entertainment, and top-rated schools.

“We’re very excited to bring to Gresham a modern collection of single-family homes showcasing smart designs and a high level of Everything’s Included® features that come included at no extra cost to buyers,” said Sia Howe, Marketing Manager for Lennar Portland. “This premier community offers the best of both worlds – a nice mix of suburban residential living while being conveniently located near some great parks including Powell Butte and the Springwater Corridor.”

New homes at Madelynn Place start from the low $400,000s. Choose from a collection of six, two-story designs ranging from approximately 1,876 to 2,479 including three to four bedrooms and two and one-half to three bathrooms. Floorplans are designed with the modern family in mind and showcase open living areas that make entertaining and connecting easy, upscale kitchens with large islands, outdoor living spaces, expansive master suites with spa-inspired bathrooms, spacious secondary bedrooms for the kids and flexible bonus rooms per plan.

Additionally, each home is completely outfitted with a high level of standard features at no additional cost, thanks to Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program. Enjoy designer cabinets, beautiful countertops with stainless steel appliances, home automation technology and much more.

Madelynn Place is situated between two of Oregon’s hottest destinations, Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. The Mount Hood National Forest offers a great variety of activities from climbing to the summit of Oregon’s tallest glacial peak at 11,235 feet elevation, to hiking, camping, biking, and fishing. The area also boasts plenty of family-friendly summer activities on both the Willamette and Columbia rivers, as well as a beautiful drive to the Oregon Coast and an array of shopping and dining at one of the many retail centers nearby.

The public is invited to attend the Grand Opening event for Madelynn Place on May 4th located at 2500 SE Palmblad Rd in Gresham, Ore. 97080. For more information, please visit www.LennarPortland.com/Madelynn or call 844-557-6023.

About Lennar

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance, and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.

Easter is quickly approaching and it’s the perfect excuse to entertain all of your loved ones in your new Lennar home.

Whether you choose to host a brunch, formal dinner or organize a potluck there are a few tips to follow to ensure your guests feel welcomed and enjoy themselves while at your home.

1.Greet Them

Take time to greet each one of your guests as they arrive. It’s important that they immediately feel welcomed and know that you are excited to have them as guests. 

2. Arrange a Bar Cart

Offer your guests a refreshing beverage immediately, this will help them feel at ease and start mingling. Set a variety of drinks that your guests can easily help themselves to. Sparkling water, fresh lemonade, and some sweet tea are great options. If you’re hosting a brunch, a mimosa bar is a guaranteed hit!

3. Festive Decor

Get your guests in the Easter Spirit by lightly decorating your home with colorful flowers and festive Easter egg decorations. Pastels are great colors to decorate with, as they represent the softness of the spring season. Here are some Easter decor musts: easter wreath, dining table centerpiece, table settings, and most importantly don’t forget to include easter eggs into your decor in creative ways.

4. Assign seating

Assigning seating ahead of time will save a lot of awkwardness amongst your friends and family. A casual way of letting them know where to sit is by placing personalized name tags in the table settings, It will also make them feel like you planned for them and make them feel even more special.

Arrange a separate table for the kids with festive paper plates and activities that will keep them entertained. This will give you the extra piece of mind of not having to worry about the kids breaking any dishes while enjoying themselves.

5. Plan the Ultimate Egg Hunt

No Easter gathering is complete without an egg hunt. Make this year’s egg hunt one to remember by using your creativity and tailoring to the different age groups. Here are 18 easter egg hunt ideas that will help you think outside the box.

You’ll be surprised how these little things will leave your guest feeling well cared for, and will have you known for your amazing hosting skills. 

Bakersfield, Calif. – April 2019 – Lennar is known in the industry for their Everything’s Included® approach to new home building. They have done the research to discover what kind of features and upgrades today’s homebuyers are looking for, and instead of charging extra for them like most other builders, they include them. The result is an easier home buying process and new homes with added value at a price that previously unattainable before.

“By eliminating a time-consuming and costly selection process for customized home features, we are able to produce high-quality homes at a significantly lower price and can pass these savings onto homebuyers,” said Susan Wilke, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar Central Valley. “All of our new homes come complete with Everything’s Included features.”

Lennar’s Ashe Meadows offers three collections of new home designs: the California, Chateau and Skye Series. In total, 11 distinctive home designs are offered at Ashe Meadows with sizes that range from approximately 1,580 to 3,167 square feet of living space. They offer three to five bedrooms, two to four bathrooms, and two-bay garages. Homes are priced starting from the high $200,000s.

Lennar also has a master-planned community located at 7th Standard and Calloway. Gossamer Grove offers five series of home designs that are now selling. Among the California, Chateau, Savannah, Skye and Summer Series of home designs, sizes range from approximately 1,400 to 3,167 square feet. Prices start from the mid $200,000s and Lennar offers several Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® designs at this masterplan.

Lennar’s line of Next Gen® homes was created with multigenerational living in mind. Every Next Gen® floorplan includes an attached private suite that features its own separate entrance, living room, kitchenette, bedroom, and bathroom.

All of these Everything’s Included® homes that are now selling across the Bakersfield market enjoy high-end upgrades and features at no additional cost. Notable features include granite or quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, home automation, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Designs and more as standard.

Be sure to follow the Lennar Central Valley Facebook page to stay up to date on new communities. To see what’s happening around the Grove, follow the Gossamer Grove Facebook page. Welcome home centers are open seven days a week. Call (661) 360-1217 or visit www.lennar.com/bakersfield for more information

About Lennar

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.

With April in full bloom, now is the perfect time to go outside and explore the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. Its long beaches, exciting festivals, and scenic parks are just what you and your family need to jumpstart summer vacation. And if you live in one of Lennar’s new home communities in Broward County — such as the Edge on 15th, Cascata at MiraLago, or Palomino Lake — you’ll discover various amenities and high-quality features without ever leaving home.

Just minutes away from Fort Lauderdale Beach, Edge on 15th, a new townhome community in Fort Lauderdale, offers residents easy access to seven miles of sun-kissed beaches. Here, aquatic activities are plentiful, from a relaxing swim to jet skiing, windsurfing, or paddle boarding. The beach also hosts the annual Rock the Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival, an event dedicated to saving the world’s oceans. From April 12 to 14, you can enjoy live music and entertainment, while a portion of your ticket goes to important turtle conservation efforts.

For those who love water views and wildlife, Cascata at Miralago, a luxurious community of estate homes in Parkland, boasts a sparkling lake teeming with fish, turtles, and ducks. Pack a family picnic – complete with finger sandwiches, fresh fruits, snacks, and refreshments – and create lasting memories by the lake. Or head over to the most popular park in the city, Pine Trails Park. Its well-kept fields, large pavilions, and beautiful fishing pier create a memorable experience for all family members. Unwind under the shade and let your kids’ imagination run wild in the expansive playground.

That being said, residents may not want to leave Cascata’s natural beauty and extensive amenities. With a state-of-the-art fitness center, playroom, billiard’s room, and ballroom, the community’s grand clubhouse is ideal for busy parents and professionals seeking convenient spaces for work and play. Residents can also take a dip in the resort-style swimming pool or read a book in the inviting covered terrace. At Cascata at MiraLago, the lifestyle enables enjoying April’s balmy weather and feels like you’re on vacation.

Also offering plenty of fun outdoor options, Palomino Lake, a delightful new townhome community coming soon to Davie, will feature 28 acres of lush landscaping, public horse trails, a swimming pool, and lake – all for prices starting from the mid $300s! Imagine horseback riding right outside your home or sipping a drink under the poolside cabana. This charming new community is excellent for experiencing the great outdoors.

When you want to go out on the town, Palomino Lake is only minutes away from family-friendly festivals. One example is the Davie Jazz Festival, taking place on April 28 at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. Join the fun and support local high schools and national artists as they perform jazz favorites.

After an exciting day at the festival, you may want to return home for a restful evening. The Edge on 15th – and all Lennar homes – are Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Home Designs for maximum convenience. Ask Alexa to dim the lights as you nap in your master suite. Or play a calming playlist from your designer kitchen, which features quality stainless steel appliances, spacious countertops, and cabinets in your choice of trendy colors. Then, enjoy dinner alfresco on your private patio with a sunset backdrop.

Outdoor activities in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area are abundant during the month of April. And when you live in a Lennar community, the possibilities are endless. From parks to festivals to wonderful amenities in Lennar communities, you and your family have everything you need to make the most of the lovely weather. Explore the outdoors and create your springtime adventure—which may include a stop at one of our Welcome Home Centers! We’d love to meet you!

A serene sanctuary awaits

Lennar is delighted to announce the much-anticipated Grand Opening of Siena Creek, our newest community of townhomes coming to US-1 and S.W. 232nd Street in South Miami-Dade. You can now be among the first to choose your preferred homesite at limited-time pre-construction prices starting from only the upper $200s! With five open floorplans, high-quality home features, and a convenient location, Siena Creek is a peaceful haven designed for the contemporary family.

This inviting, Mediterranean-style community embraces everything you are looking for in the perfect home, including:  

At Siena Creek, simple pleasures are maximized to bring joy and comfort to daily living. A beautiful selection of home designs allows you to choose the layout that best suits your family’s lifestyle. While some floorplans offer completely open sight lines with a combined living/dining/family room, others provide dedicated areas for more formal entertaining. All designs also include luxurious master suites and most layouts contain a split bedroom floorplan, enabling adults to relax in their separate quarters and enjoy an extra dose of privacy.

And it doesn’t end there! Another key attribute that you will absolutely love is the designer kitchen. Discover the ease of preparing a meal in your ample space as you watch your kids play on the lovely patio. Featuring attractive stainless steel appliances, spacious countertops, and cabinets in your choice of stylish colors, this kitchen inspires gourmet cooking and helps create delicious memories with your loved ones.

In addition to the many wonderful features, you’ll find at Siena Creek, this community is tucked in a coveted, family-friendly neighborhood. Right in your backyard, you will have access to top schools, such as Redlands Elementary School, recipient of the Silver STEAM designation, Redland Middle School, and South Dade Senior High, which offers distinguished magnet programs. And on the weekends, explore exotic wildlife at Zoo Miami, or get a taste of award-winning food and live music at the annual Redland Blues and Barbecue Festival.

With versatile floorplans, exceptional finishes, and a desirable location, your dream home awaits at Siena Creek. Come check us out at our Welcome Home Center – open daily from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., to discover this charming townhome community. Be one of the first to choose from the best homesites and take advantage of incredible, limited-time pre-construction prices starting from the upper $200s. We look forward to seeing you!

During the springtime, families travel near and far to celebrate holidays like Easter and Passover. So, if your relatives or friends are coming to town, here are some tips on how to prepare for guests:

The Guest Room

Making travel arrangements can leave people worn and tired, that’s why the first room you need to prepare is the guest room. If you have a devoted space for guests, make sure it has all the guest room essentials. First, you will need a bed with clean sheets. Your guest room should have a bed large enough to accommodate your guest(s). Add small touches like clocks, wastebaskets, a full-length mirror, an iron, tissues, and extra sheets and blankets to make guest rooms feel more comfortable and accommodating. Extra storage for your guests’ clothing and items can also transform how they feel about their stay. Instead of living out of a suitcase, your friend or relative has a designated area in the closet or a dresser for their personal things, making them feel more at home.

The Bathroom

Everything should be sparkling clean for your guests. Leave a set of clean towels and washcloths in the bathroom so guests don’t have to search through your closets to find them. If you want to go above and beyond, you can leave upscale toiletries so your guests don’t have to worry about having toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner.

Common Spaces

In the kitchen, you should leave labeled snacks and food for guests. If they get hungry, you want your guests to have something just for them that they can eat. Taking careful consideration of your guests’ food preferences can help them feel welcomed and at ease. If you have kids, adding extra people to your home can make it feel chaotic and stifling. To counteract this feeling, make sure all your common spaces are free of extra clutter. Be sure kids’ toys and essentials are put in their proper storage areas.

Having guests over should be delightful instead of nerve-wracking. If you prep and tidy up your home before your friends and family arrive, then you’ll have maximum fun without added stress. For more tips on home preparation, organization and interior design, make sure to like us on Facebook.