Lindsey Barker - Optima One Realty

Lindsey Barker - Optima One Realty I'm your Local REALTOR that is ready to work for you! Servicing all of Central FL, Give me a call if you are looking to BUY, SELL or Invest in REAL ESTATE!

Originally from Bettendorf, Iowa. In the Early 80’s my family relocated to Orlando, Florida at an early age of 3. A family vacation that led to a place I call HOME. I graduated from Maynard Evans High school at the top of my class! Orlando will always be home to me, as all of my childhood memories are there. I Married my Middle School Sweetheart in 2004 and we have 2 Amazing son’s together. After

Highschool, I took a position at an Electrical Construction firm that wired and designed new construction homes. From Secretary to Office Manager, I have 16 years experience from Customer Service, Purchase Contracts, Building development to managing daily operations and client relations. Home building became a passion of mine throughout the years which led me pursue my Real Estate Career in 2019. My family and I relocated to Groveland, Florida in 2015, where we purchased and Built our very first home. The challenges that we overcame during the process is the very reason I knew I wanted to help others and make their dreams come true also. I strive to provide you with the best experience possible as well as educating all my clients throughout the process and finding them their perfect home that fits all their needs. Aside from my career, My family and I love spending time together! We love watching our kids play sports, Jet Skiing, Boating on the Lakes, Love going to the Beaches and ATV riding as often as we can. We are very involved in our community as well as our local sports teams (Youth and High School) . I'm currently an active Board member of the South Lake Pop Warner Football league, where our community is our family! My passion is helping and serving others and I look forward to working FOR you and assisting you with all your real estate needs.

05/21/2026

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04/29/2026
04/28/2026

❌ MINNEOLA BIG BOX STORE PLANS OFF THE TABLE ❌

The proposed big box development in Minneola has taken a major turn.

Plans for the Minneola Marketplace site, located near North Hancock Road and Citrus Grove Road, have been evolving over time. Earlier concepts for this area focused on a more traditional town center style development with a mix of restaurants, retail, and community space. That vision later shifted when updated plans introduced two large anchor stores, widely believed to be a Walmart Supercenter and a Sam’s Club, which quickly became a major topic of discussion in the community.

As those updated plans became more widely known, many residents began sharing concerns about what this type of development could mean for the area. Traffic, density, and overall impact on the surrounding community were among the most commonly raised concerns, and the proposal became a point of ongoing conversation both online and at local meetings.

Now, according to a recent statement shared by Minneola council member Erick Hernandez, the current two big box proposal has officially been taken off the table. In the statement, it was shared that the developer will now be going back to reevaluate the site plans and work toward a new direction that better aligns with the vision for Minneola.

At this time, there are no confirmed details on what the next version of the project could look like. The site remains a key development area, and it is expected that a revised proposal will be brought forward in the future.

This announcement marks a significant shift in what had been one of the most talked about proposed developments in Minneola, but it also leaves questions about what will ultimately take its place.

To see the exact location of this site and explore other developments coming to the area, you can check the OnlyinClermont interactive map here:
https://www.onlyinclermont.org/map

Are you happy to hear that the current proposal is off the table? What would you like to see come to this area instead? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. 👇

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720 W. Montrose Street
Clermont, FL
34711

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