Giddy up! Equestrian real estate rides Florida’s wealth boom

South Florida’s ultra-luxury real estate market involves a lot of horse play. The region is attracting developers, horse owners and luxury homebuilders who are betting the equestrian lifestyle can fetch a premium.  From sprawling horse farms in Wellington to emerging purpose-built communities in Ocala, demand for equestrian real estate has surged in recent years, boosting a niche market, while drawing investment to surrounding areas.  The equine industry contributes $177 billion to the U.S. economy, including $12.8 billion in Florida, the American Horse Council Foundation found in 2023. That’s significantly more than the NFL, which generated roughly $23 billion in 2025-2026, […]

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