Sunrise Hills Brooksville FL is a new 1,100-acre master-planned community by MetroPlaces featuring more than 4,000 planned homes, a future 3-acre Crystal Lagoon, golf cart-friendly streets, parks, dog parks, and walking trails.
Join Allison Newlon, Realtor and Broker/Owner of Platinum Properties of Florida, for a first look at Sunrise Hills during its October 2026 groundbreaking. Located south of State Road 50 near I-75 in Brooksville, Hernando County, Florida, this new construction community will feature homes by DRB Homes, D.R. Horton, and Lennar.
In this video, see the future Crystal Lagoon location, the golf cart tunnel beneath a main community road, and the areas planned for lagoon-view homes.
SUNRISE HILLS AT A GLANCE
Developer: MetroPlaces
Location: Brooksville, Florida, near SR 50 and I-75
Size: Approximately 1,100 acres and 4,000+ planned homes
Builders: DRB Homes, D.R. Horton, Lennar
Homes: Approximately 1,500 to under 4,000 sq. ft.
Amenities: Planned 3-acre Crystal Lagoon, parks, dog parks, trails
First homes: Anticipated spring/summer 2027
Lagoon: Estimated completion around 2028
SUNRISE HILLS BROOKSVILLE FL | FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Where is Sunrise Hills in Brooksville, Florida?
A: South of State Road 50 near Interstate 75 in Hernando County, about 20 minutes from San Antonio, Florida.
Q: Who are the builders at Sunrise Hills?
A: DRB Homes, D.R. Horton, and Lennar. DRB plans single-family homes on 30- and 40-foot homesites. D.R. Horton plans single-family homes and villas. Lennar’s plans were not yet announced at filming.
Q: How much will Sunrise Hills homes cost?
A: At the October 2026 groundbreaking, DRB Homes announced anticipated pricing from the high $200,000s to the high $300,000s. Pricing from D.R. Horton and Lennar had not yet been announced.
Q: Which homes will have Crystal Lagoon views?
A: DRB Homes is the only announced builder planning homesites directly along the lagoon. Individual views and availability will vary.
Q: When will Sunrise Hills and its Crystal Lagoon open?
A: Initial homes are anticipated in spring or summer 2027. The approximately 3-acre lagoon is expected to take around two years from groundbreaking to complete. Dates may change.
Q: What are the Sunrise Hills HOA and CDD fees?
A: Fees were not available at the October 2026 groundbreaking. Contact Allison for the latest builder-provided estimates and updates.
Q: Is Sunrise Hills golf cart-friendly?
A: Yes. Plans include a tunnel beneath a main community road to help golf cart users travel toward the lagoon without crossing that road.
Q: What recreation and shopping are nearby?
A: The Withlacoochee State Trail is across the SR 50 corridor, offering miles of cycling, walking, and running. An ALDI grocery store is nearby. Additional retail is anticipated as the area develops, but opening dates should be verified.
Q: Can I use my own Realtor when buying new construction at Sunrise Hills?
A: Yes. Builder sales representatives represent the builder. Contact Allison BEFORE registering online, touring a model, or contacting a sales office so your buyer representation can be addressed from the start.
ABOUT ALLISON NEWLON
Allison is a Florida Realtor and Broker/Owner of Platinum Properties of Florida, LLC, serving Brooksville, San Antonio, Dade City, Wesley Chapel, and Greater Tampa Bay. Licensed since 2001, she helps buyers compare new construction communities, builder incentives, and ownership costs.
Website: https://ilovefloridaliving.com
YouTube: @iLoveFloridaLiving
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DISCLAIMER: Information reflects details available at filming in October 2026. Pricing, availability, plans, amenities, fees, and timelines may change. Verify details with builders and the developer. This video is informational, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Platinum Properties of Florida, LLC. Equal Housing Opportunity.
0:00 Welcome to Sunrise Hills in Brooksville
0:10 Highest Elevation in Hernando County
0:24 1,100 Acres, 4,000+ Homes & Location
0:51 Crystal Lagoon Timeline
1:19 Ceremonial Groundbreaking
1:54 Golf Cart Tunnel Under the Main Road
2:22 DRB: The Only Builder on the Lagoon
2:58 Early Planning, HOA & CDD Fees
3:10 The Three Builders: DRB, Lennar & DR Horton
4:02 DRB Pricing & Design Packages
4:41 DR Horton & Lennar Offerings
5:19 Home Sizes & Amenities
5:34 Wekiva… Withlacoochee State Trail & Nearby Shopping
6:10 When Homes Will Be Available
6:38 Why Work With a Buyer’s Agent
