Deerbrook is a new-construction community by D.R. Horton in Land O Lakes, Pasco County. The community features offering single-family homes. Contact Barrett Henry for free buyer representation and current incentive details.
Deerbrook at a Glance
| Price Range | $320K – |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Single-Family Homes |
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Scraped Jul 20, 2026 — verify current terms with D.R. Horton or contact Barrett
About Deerbrook
Deerbrook has the feel of a neighborhood where people actually use what's there. The pool gets used on weekends, the dog park has regulars, and the walking trails aren't just a line item in the HOA brochure. D.R. Horton built this one with families in mind — you'll see it in the playground, the clubhouse, the fitness center. It's the kind of community where neighbors wave from the driveway and kids ride bikes in the evening. The price point starting in the $320s keeps it accessible without feeling like a compromise, and the overall vibe leans toward young families and move-up buyers who want new construction without a downtown Tampa price tag. Land O' Lakes sits in Pasco County just north of the Hillsborough line, and Deerbrook puts you in a spot where you're close to everything without being on top of it. SR-54 is your east-west corridor connecting you to Wesley Chapel's shopping and dining scene — Wiregrass Mall, Tampa Premium Outlets, and The Grove are all within a reasonable drive. US-41 gives you a direct shot south into Lutz and eventually into Tampa. For commuters, I-75 and I-275 are both accessible, putting downtown Tampa roughly 30 to 40 minutes away depending on traffic. Tampa International Airport runs about the same. The area has grown fast, so grocery stores, urgent care centers, and newer restaurant options have followed. Schools are through the Pasco County School District, so check current zoning directly — attendance boundaries in this part of Pasco have shifted as new communities have come online. D.R. Horton is a production builder, so your build timeline will typically run four to six months once you're under contract, though that can stretch depending on permitting and current backlog. They'll push their in-house mortgage company, but run a competing loan estimate from an independent lender before you commit — the incentive structure can look attractive on the surface but needs a side-by-side comparison. HOA monthly fees weren't confirmed at the time this was published, so ask the sales team specifically what's covered and whether there's a CDD on top of it — many new communities in Pasco carry a CDD assessment that shows up separately on your tax bill and can add a few hundred dollars a year to your carrying costs. Lot sizes in D.R. Horton communities at this price point tend to run on the smaller side, typically in the 40- to 50-foot-wide range, so if you want elbow room between houses, ask to see the site plan before you pick a homesite.
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$320K –
Barrett's Take on Deerbrook
Here's my take on Deerbrook — it's a D.R. Horton community in Land O' Lakes, which means you're getting entry-to-mid-level pricing in one of the fastest-growing corridors in Pasco County. Starting in the $320s for a single-family home with a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, dog park, and walking trails is genuinely competitive for this area right now. The SR-54 corridor has exploded over the past decade, and Land O' Lakes sits in a sweet spot — close enough to Tampa to be practical, far enough north that your dollar still goes further than it would in Hillsborough County. If you're commuting, you're looking at roughly 30–45 minutes to downtown Tampa depending on where you hit I-75 and what time you leave. Wesley Chapel's job growth, the expansion around the Wiregrass area, and proximity to the BayCare and AdventHealth campuses nearby make this a reasonable landing spot for people who don't need to be in the city every day. On negotiation — D.R. Horton won't budge on the base price, but they will work with you on closing cost contributions if you use their preferred lender, DHI Mortgage. Just do yourself a favor and get a competing Loan Estimate from an independent lender before you commit. Sometimes the rate difference eats up that credit entirely. Where you have a little more leverage is in design center upgrades, especially if you're buying a spec home that's already sitting there. On lot premiums, expect D.R. Horton to charge anywhere from $5,000 to $20,000+ for pond or conservation views — those lots aren't marked up arbitrarily, they do hold value at resale, but go in with eyes open. Corner lots can go either way depending on the community layout, so walk the site and ask specifically what the premium is before you fall in love with a particular homesite. The main thing I'd want you to think through is the Pasco County CDD landscape. Many communities in this part of Land O' Lakes carry a Community Development District assessment on top of your property taxes — it's not always visible in the headline price, so ask the sales agent for the full CDD amount and the projected bond payoff schedule before you do any math on your monthly payment. D.R. Horton's construction timelines in this area have been more predictable lately than they were during the supply chain chaos of 2021–2022, but I'd still build buffer into any plans tied to a closing date. Day-to-day, Land O' Lakes feels suburban — newer roads, newer retail, a lot of families with kids and dogs, which explains the dog park and playground. It's not a walkable "go grab coffee" neighborhood, but if you're coming from a place where that's already your life, the trade-off for a newer home with amenities at this price point makes a lot of sense.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate at REMAX Collective · 23+ years of real estate experience
What You'll Find at Deerbrook
Home Types Available
Detached homes with private yards, typically 3-5 bedrooms with owners suites and 2-car garages.
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Why Buyers Choose Deerbrook
Located in Land O Lakes, Pasco County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
Built by D.R. Horton, established in 1978 — a builder with a track record Tampa Bay buyers can evaluate before signing.
Community amenities include Pool, Fitness Center, Playground and 3 more — lifestyle perks that come with your HOA.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deerbrook
Who is the builder of Deerbrook?
Deerbrook is built by D.R. Horton. D. Barrett Henry provides free buyer representation so you have an agent working for you, not the builder.
What amenities does Deerbrook offer?
Deerbrook amenities include Pool, Fitness Center, Playground, Walking Trails, Clubhouse, Dog Park. HOA fees cover community maintenance and amenity access.
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Last updated: July 19, 2026
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