Kingston in Lee County: A Transformational 11,000-Home Community Begins to Rise
The Kingston development in Lee County, Florida, is shaping up to become one of the largest master-planned communities in Southwest Florida history. Spanning roughly 6,700 acres and designed for as many as 11,000 homes, Kingston represents a decade-plus buildout that will redefine the rapidly growing Corkscrew Road and Alico Road corridor.
For brokers, developers, and retailers tracking the next wave of Southwest Florida expansion, Kingston is a marquee project—one that will influence residential migration patterns, retail site selection, and long-term infrastructure planning for years to come.
A Master-Planned Community Built for Florida’s Next Population Surge
Positioned east of I-75, Kingston sits at the center of a submarket experiencing explosive demand. The community is designed to meet that growth with a balanced mix of:
- Single-family homes
- Attached townhomes and future multifamily opportunities
- Multiple on-site schools
- Recreation centers, clubhouses, and sports amenities
- Miles of trails, lakes, and conservation-oriented green space
- A full commercial district serving tens of thousands of future residents
When fully built, Kingston will function as a self-sufficient lifestyle community, where residents can access schools, parks, retail, dining, healthcare, and daily conveniences without leaving the development.
The Commercial Core: The Future Retail Hub of East Lee County
While much attention has centered on the residential scale, the commercial component may ultimately have the largest regional impact. Kingston’s retail and commercial district is expected to support:
- Grocery-anchored shopping centers
- Restaurants and QSR concepts
- Healthcare and medical office users
- Professional services and financial institutions
- Fitness operators, wellness concepts, and family-oriented tenants
- Boutique retail and neighborhood shopping plazas
- Hospitality and flexible mixed-use opportunities
Given buildout projections, this district could serve 25,000+ residents, positioning it as one of the most important future retail hubs in Lee County.
Its location along a high-growth transportation corridor will make it appealing not only to residents, but also to national tenants actively expanding across Southwest Florida—such as grocers, automotive services, medical users, and fitness brands.
WMG Development: Leading the Commercial Vision
To ensure the commercial plan is executed at scale, the Kingston developers selected:
WMG Development, LLC – Official Commercial Developer & Retail Leasing Partner
WMG’s responsibilities include:
- Designing and shaping the commercial master plan
- Securing national, regional, and local tenants
- Developing outparcels for medical, QSR, banking, and service-retail users
- Recruiting high-value commercial operators to anchor the district
- Creating a cohesive, fully integrated retail environment
WMG’s presence signals strong confidence in Kingston’s retail potential and provides stability for brands evaluating long-term expansion opportunities in Lee County.
Why Kingston Matters for Lee County’s Future
This is not simply another neighborhood—it’s a regional catalyst. Key impacts include:
1. A Significant Boost to Housing Supply
Florida continues to lead the nation in in-migration. Kingston’s 11,000 homes will help meet demand and stabilize pricing pressures over the next decade.
2. Commercial Expansion & Job Creation
Restaurants, grocery operators, healthcare groups, and service-based tenants will benefit from a built-in consumer base and strong demographic trends.
3. Infrastructure & Corridor Improvements
The project is aligned with major transportation upgrades, utility expansions, and roadway enhancements along Corkscrew and Alico Road.
4. Rising Land Values in Surrounding Areas
Large master-planned communities often lift neighboring submarkets—driving interest from developers, investors, and national retailers.
5. Long-Term Economic Development
With ongoing construction, commercial tenancy, hospitality, and service roles, Kingston will fuel sustained employment across multiple sectors.
Looking Ahead
As construction continues, Kingston is emerging as one of the most important long-range drivers of growth in Southwest Florida. For retailers, investors, and developers evaluating future opportunity zones, the Corkscrew and Alico corridors will remain areas to watch closely.
