Lake Nona Continues to Rise: What the USTA National Campus Expansion Means for Our Community

Lake Nona has never been just another Orlando neighborhood. It has always been a forward-thinking community built around innovation, wellness, and global impact. With the recent approval of a major expansion at the USTA National Campus, Lake Nona is once again stepping onto the national stage this time as the long-term home of collegiate tennis championships.

Beginning in spring 2028, Lake Nona will host the NCAA Tennis Championships for the next decade, reinforcing what many residents already know: this community is built for the future.

Why This Expansion Matters

The approved expansion transforms the USTA National Campus into one of the most comprehensive tennis facilities in the country. The goal is simple yet powerful create a centralized championship venue that enhances the experience for athletes, spectators, and the surrounding community.

This isn’t just about sports. It’s about infrastructure, visibility, and long-term investment in Lake Nona as a destination.

What’s Coming to the Campus

The expansion will unfold in two thoughtfully planned phases, adding nine additional acres to the campus.

Phase One focuses on elevated indoor and competition experiences, including:

• A large indoor facility expansion with new courts and seating
• Enhanced training, fitness, and educational spaces
• Improved shade structures and upgraded scoring and broadcast technology

Phase Two expands the campus footprint and accessibility, adding:

• Additional courts and parking
• A sprint track and improved service access
• Event-ready overflow parking for major tournaments

Once completed, the campus will be the only facility in the United States offering indoor courts, outdoor competition courts, and practice courts all in one location.

Why Lake Nona Was Chosen

Lake Nona continues to attract national organizations because of its intentional design, accessibility, and community support. The area has already proven its ability to host large scale events, including historic NCAA championships that brought together multiple divisions at once.

This next chapter further positions Lake Nona as a hub for elite sports, innovation, and international attention bringing energy, visitors, and opportunity to the community year after year.

What This Means for Homeowners and Buyers

Major investments like this don’t just elevate a venue they elevate the surrounding real estate market. Long-term commitments, increased visibility, and continuous infrastructure growth help strengthen demand and reinforce Lake Nona’s reputation as one of Central Florida’s most desirable places to live.

For homeowners, this is another example of why Lake Nona continues to hold and grow its value.

For buyers, it’s reassurance that they are investing in a community with a clear vision and strong future.

A Community Built for What’s Next

Lake Nona isn’t growing by chance it’s growing by design. From world-class medical institutions to elite sports facilities, everything here points toward long-term sustainability and quality of life.

If you’re considering buying, selling, or simply want to understand how developments like this impact your home’s value, I’m always happy to have that conversation.

Lake Nona continues to evolve and it’s exciting to be part of what’s next.