GL Homes is a private Florida homebuilder developing luxury, active-adult, and family-oriented single-family residences within master-planned communities. It builds for Florida homebuyers, including retirees, families, and lifestyle-focused purchasers, combining homes, amenities, infrastructure, and responsible land planning across the state exclusively today.
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AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
AI-researched delivery record, not yet confirmed by the developer. Dates may be approximate; original sources are linked.
AI research over published reviews and resident comments. Scores are a model’s reading of opinion, not figures stated on a page, and nothing here feeds any number above it. The links under each block are the pages that research says it used. Based on available resident reviews of covered buildings. These are reported experiences, not independent building inspections, and may not represent all residents or properties.
| Project | Overall | Structure & systems | Management & living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverland Town Center — Phase 1Riverland, Port St. Lucie | 9.1/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.0/ 10 Google Reviews/Maps (Publix at Riverland Town Center listing) 4.6/5 · 44 reviews · exa.ai Google Reviews/Maps (Publix at Riverland Town Center listing) publishes 4.6/5 from 44 reviews. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 8. |
The 4.6/5 Publix listing has the largest reported review base at 44 and therefore sets the level; under the supplied conversion curve, it converts to 8.8/10. The separate Riverland Town Center listing is also strongly positive at 4.8/5 from 24 reviews, and repeated praise themes support a modest upward adjustment, while the isolated deli complaints do not qualify as recurring themes. | |||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews describe a clean, new center with easier parking and a pleasant shopping experience; one reviewer wrote that it was “clean, new and not so crowded,” while another praised the Publix as “massive, clean, and beautifully laid out.” The main negative feedback was localized to the Publix deli: one reviewer reported staff attitude and a delay, and another alleged flies and a 20-minute wait for cheese; these were individual reports rather than recurring center-wide themes. | ||
| Valencia Grand ClubhouseBoynton Beach | 8.9/ 10 | —/ 10 | 8.9/ 10 |
The 4.6/5 aggregate from 36 reviews sets the level; using the stated market conversion curve, it is approximately 8.8/10 before commentary. Multiple reviews praise the amenities, appearance and activities, while the two negative staff accounts are isolated rather than a recurring operational failure. Structural scoring remains null because no structural rating or sufficiently broad structural review evidence was published for the building. | Not found in sources: No published HVAC assessment · No published plumbing assessment · No published leak assessment · No published waterproofing assessment · No published electrical assessment | Not found in sources: Limited independent resident commentary · No recurring security complaint located · No recurring upkeep complaint located | |
The specific Valencia Grand material located contains limited physical-condition evidence rather than an engineering review. A January 2025 BBB complaint for Valencia Grand Lot 372 reported a garage-door paint problem and “Grass Sod ... unlevel bumpy land”; GL Homes said its warranty superintendent promptly reviewed the issues, completed the garage-door bracket and bolt repairs, and was arranging sod leveling. No published Valencia Grand rating for structure, HVAC, plumbing, leaks or waterproofing was located. | Published reviews describe “beautiful homes and awesome amenities,” a “serene and gorgeous environment,” and “lots of activities,” while the platform aggregate is 4.6/5 from 36 reviews. The main operational criticism is staff manner: one reviewer called the front desk worker “arrogant and condescending,” and another said a salesperson was “very condescending”; the developer’s August 2025 update says the clubhouse was open with events, dining, fitness, pools, pickleball and spa facilities. | ||
| Valencia Ridge Community CenterWesley Chapel | 8.5/ 10 | —/ 10 | 5.3/ 10 55places 1/5 · 1 review · 55places.com 55places publishes 1/5 from 1 review. Adjusted for where resident ratings usually fall, and weighted toward the 6.5 midpoint (more strongly the fewer the reviews), that gives 5.3. |
The Google aggregate of 4.5/5 from 40 reviews is the largest published review base and converts to 8.5/10 under the requested curve. The one-review 55places rating cannot be an anchor and does not establish a platform-level disagreement; no recurring complaint theme was reported, while structural evidence was insufficient for a structure score. | Not found in sources: Limited resident-tenure evidence | ||
no notes returned no links returned | Published reviews praise the day-to-day-facing experience: one reviewer said “The staff is amazing,” another described the sales associate as “incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and a true professional,” and the Google listing reports 4.5/5 from 40 reviews. The main negative is a single 55places allegation that the developer “stole over $49,000” in a deposit dispute; this is not a recurring theme, and the January 22, 2026 developer update confirms the Community Center was operating while the larger 29,000-square-foot clubhouse remained under construction. | ||
| Lotus Edge ClubhouseBoca Raton | 7.8/ 10 | 5.8/ 10 | 7.8/ 10 |
The largest published review base is the Google aggregate shown by Wanderlog, at 4.5/5 from 233 reviews, which converts to 8.5 under the supplied curve. The reported serious moisture/mold complaint and repeated warranty criticism justify a substantial but bounded downward commentary adjustment; the clubhouse’s opening and amenity claims are current status evidence, not independent ratings. | |||
The published building-specific reviews contain serious but still anecdotal system and construction complaints: one resident reported “massively excessive humidity” that remained unresolved, mold on attic/roof trusses, and a light fixture without proper grounding. Another reviewer said homes were “horrible quality” and required repeated warranty visits; these reports are not engineering inspections, so the physical-condition conclusion remains uncertain. | Review summaries praise the “beautiful community,” landscaping, resort-like amenities and friendly staff, while negative feedback says GL “continues to not do anything to fix it” and criticizes repeated warranty visits. The clubhouse itself was reported by GL Homes as open by May 21, 2026, and a July 6, 2026 article described three pools, restaurant and bar facilities, fitness and racquet amenities; those are developer or sponsored descriptions rather than independent resident ratings. | ||
| Valencia Parc Social ClubPort St. Lucie | 7.3/ 10 | —/ 10 | 7.2/ 10 |
Google Reviews/Maps supplies the only published building-specific aggregate found: 5/5 from 2 reviews. Because the review base is below ten, the score is kept within one point of 6.5; documented mail-delivery and mailbox-security failures move it down, while repeated praise for amenities moves it modestly up. No published evidence supports a separate structure score. | Not found in sources: No building-fabric complaints published · No plumbing complaints published · No HVAC complaints published · No electrical complaints published · No leak or waterproofing complaints published | ||
no notes returned no links returned | Published resident reporting describes months of missing mail and residents having to drive to the post office; one resident said, “We are not receiving our mail. There’s some money coming — never received it.” A later report documented two check-washing victims, five other unlocked outgoing mailboxes and no surveillance cameras, while the independent community review praised the “staggering” amenities and the Google review said the designs and amenities were “unmatched.” |
Pasco County entered agreements with private developers to fund and facilitate the State Road 56 expansion, with GL Homes communities including Winding Ridge and Valencia Ridge participating in financing.
The State of Florida provided a $22.7 million loan to Pasco County as part of the State Road 56 expansion connected to developments including GL Homes communities.
Pasco County, FL – The expansion of State Road 56 from Wesley Chapel to Zephyrhills in Pasco County represents a landmark collaboration between public authorities and private developers.
Pasco County, FL – The expansion of State Road 56 from Wesley Chapel to Zephyrhills in Pasco County represents a landmark collaboration between public authorities and private developers.
Four major residential developments, including Wynfields with GL Homes’ Winding Ridge and Valencia Ridge communitites, played a pivotal role in financing the project.
These agreements allowed the county to borrow $22.7 million from the State of Florida, acquire right-of-way donations from private developers, implement cost overrun safeguards with the contractor, and set a long-term repayment plan.
These agreements allowed the county to borrow $22.7 million from the State of Florida, acquire right-of-way donations from private developers, implement cost overrun safeguards with the contractor, and set a long-term repayment plan.
These agreements allowed the county to borrow $22.7 million from the State of Florida, acquire right-of-way donations from private developers, implement cost overrun safeguards with the contractor, and set a long-term repayment plan.
| COMPANY NUMBER | H87104 Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) · US · ACTIVE |
| United States | active 7 projects tracked |
| Other | 6 of 7 |
| Retail | 1 of 7 |
Nearly fifty years after founding GL Homes, Chairman Itzhak Ezratti is reflecting on a milestone few business leaders reach: guiding a company that has not only endured, but continued to grow and influence an entire industry.
Nearly fifty years after founding GL Homes, Chairman Itzhak Ezratti is reflecting on a milestone few business leaders reach: guiding a company that has not only endured, but continued to grow and influence an entire industry.
In recent years, Itzhak Ezratti transitioned the role of president to his son, Misha Ezratti, marking a new chapter for the family-led company.
Nearly fifty years after founding GL Homes, Chairman Itzhak Ezratti is reflecting on a milestone few business leaders reach.
Nearly fifty years after founding GL Homes, Chairman Itzhak Ezratti is reflecting on a milestone few business leaders reach.
In recent years, Itzhak Ezratti transitioned the role of president to his son, Misha Ezratti, marking a new chapter for the family-led company.
Nearly fifty years after founding GL Homes, Chairman Itzhak Ezratti is reflecting on a milestone few business leaders reach: guiding a company that has not only endured, but continued to grow and influence an entire industry.
We’re one of the pioneers in being able to manage a level of volume and still offer a substantial amount of customization. It’s difficult to do both.https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/business/2017/06/19/why-president-gl-homes-reaches/6960611007/
Education: Bachelor of Science from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business with a concentration in finance.
Education: Bachelor of Science from Boston University’s Questrom School of Business with a concentration in finance.
Under the leadership of President Misha Ezratti, third-generation of our founding family, GL Homes continues to innovate with a hands-on approach that ensures consistent excellence across all communities.
“We’re one of the pioneers in being able to manage a level of volume and still offer a substantial amount of customization. It’s difficult to do both,” Misha Ezratti said.
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Under the leadership of President Misha Ezratti, third-generation of our founding family, GL Homes continues to innovate with a hands-on approach that ensures consistent excellence across all communities.
Now the Sunrise-based company’s longtime leader, Itzhak Ezratti, has passed the company’s leadership to his son, Misha. The elder Itzhak will continue as chairman but Misha is now president — and in charge of leading the company into the future.
Now the Sunrise-based company’s longtime leader, Itzhak Ezratti, has passed the company’s leadership to his son, Misha. The elder Itzhak will continue as chairman but Misha is now president — and in charge of leading the company into the future.
Under the leadership of President Misha Ezratti, third-generation of our founding family, GL Homes continues to innovate with a hands-on approach that ensures consistent excellence across all communities.
Under the leadership of President Misha Ezratti, third-generation of our founding family, GL Homes continues to innovate with a hands-on approach that ensures consistent excellence across all communities.
A Boston University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Ezratti has worked in every department at GL Homes since he began his career with the company in 2002.
A Boston University graduate with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Ezratti has worked in every department at GL Homes since he began his career with the company in 2002.
Under the leadership of President Misha Ezratti, third-generation of our founding family, GL Homes continues to innovate with a hands-on approach that ensures consistent excellence across all communities.
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Boston College
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Boston College
Marcie DePlaza Age: 59 Birthplace: Bay Shore, New York Residence: Boca Raton
# Marcie DePlaza Chief Operating Officer at GL Homes
Current position: COO, GL Homes
Previous positions: Project manager, VP of marketing and division president, GL Homes ... As COO, DePlaza oversees development and sales on its nine communities, with about 1,500 homes under construction.
Current position: COO, GL Homes
As COO, DePlaza oversees development and sales on its nine communities, with about 1,500 homes under construction.
When Marcie DePlaza joined GL Homes 32 years ago, it was a local builder with 30 employees.
Education: Bachelor’s degree, Boston College
Current position: COO, GL Homes
GL Homes CFO Maria Menendez with Habitat for Humanity of Broward CEO and Executive Director Nancy Robin.
# Maria Menendez CFO at GL Homes
GL Homes CFO Maria Menendez with Habitat for Humanity of Broward CEO and Executive Director Nancy Robin.
GL Homes CFO Maria Menendez with Habitat for Humanity of Broward CEO and Executive Director Nancy Robin.
GL Homes CFO Maria Menendez with Habitat for Humanity of Broward CEO and Executive Director Nancy Robin.
It took a lot of risk. Once we figured out what we could do, we acquired land at a lesser price.https://www.glhomes.com/about-us/making-a-difference/2019/03/gl-homes-leaders-talk-secrets-to-success-future-of-company/
GL Homes VP of Land Larry Portnoy and Senior VP Dick Norwalk store bagged lunches
“It took a lot of risk,” Portnoy said. “Once we figured out what we could do, we acquired land at a lesser price.”
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GL Homes VP of Land Larry Portnoy and Senior VP Dick Norwalk store bagged lunches
GL Homes embraced the challenge of developing in the Agricultural Reserve in southwest Palm Beach County. VP Larry Portnoy said they worked with county officials to understand the rules.
GL Homes VP of Land Larry Portnoy and Senior VP Dick Norwalk store bagged lunches
Using this formula, GL Homes has developed 14 communities in the Agricultural Reserve, and worked with farmers to preserve thousands of acres of land, Portnoy said.
GL Homes embraced the challenge of developing in the Agricultural Reserve in southwest Palm Beach County.
GL Homes VP of Land Larry Portnoy and Senior VP Dick Norwalk store bagged lunches
I’ve spent over two decades in this role and proud to have sold nearly 10 thousands homes on the west coast.https://canvasrebel.com/meet-patty-campbell/
Then came GL Homes, Florida’s largest private homebuilder. While they initially hired me to be a VP of Sales and Marketing, they quickly asked me to oversee their expansion to the west coast of Florida. Once I visited Naples, Florida… I fell in love with the area and agreed to become Division President.
# Patty Campbell Division President at GL Homes
I’ve spent over two decades in this role and proud to have sold nearly 10 thousands homes on the west coast.
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I agreed to become Division President.
I’ve spent over two decades in this role and proud to have sold nearly 10 thousands homes on the west coast. My experience has allowed me to be a relationship builder which I think has served us to be able to attain prime locations and create numerous #1 selling communities.
I agreed to become Division President.
I agreed to become Division President.
While they initially hired me to be a VP of Sales and Marketing
I’ve spent over two decades in this role
Once I visited Naples, Florida… I fell in love with the area and agreed to become Division President.
1 undated completions and 0 boundary-uncertain completions are retained but excluded from figures.
| Project | Location | Type | Units | Floors | Area | Cost | Payment plan | Launched | Construction start | Original target | Handover | Delay | Confidence | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverland Wellness & Fitness Center expansion | Port St. Lucie, United States Riverland | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2026 | May 4, 2026 | Jan 2026 – Dec 2026 | Sep 2026 | +2.5 mo (−3.0 to +8.0) | sourced | completed |
| Valencia Sky Sports & Racquet Club and Pro Shop | Naples, United States | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2025 | Saturday, January 18 | Apr 2026 – Jun 2026 | Aug 2026 | +3.0 mo (+2.0 to +4.0) | estimated | completed |
| Lotus Edge Clubhouse | Boca Raton, United States | other | — | — | 39,000 sq ft | — | 10% / 10% / 10% / 10% / 60%1 | 2024 | January 19, 2024 | Mar 2025 | May 2026 | +14.0 mo (+14.0 to +14.0) | estimated | completed |
| Valencia Parc Social Club | Port St. Lucie, United States | other | — | — | 38,000 sq ft | — | — | 2023 | December 2 and 3 | Jan 2026 – Dec 2026 | May 2026 | −1.5 mo (−7.0 to +4.0) | estimated | completed |
| Valencia Ridge Community Center | Wesley Chapel, United States | other | — | — | — | — | — | 2025 | December 18, 2025 | Sep 2026 – Dec 2026 | Dec 2025 | dates under review | dates under review | completed |
| Riverland Town Center — Phase 1 | Port St. Lucie, United States Riverland | retail | — | — | — | — | — | 2024 | January 25, 2024 | Jun 2025 – Aug 2025 | Jul 2025 | 0.0 mo (−1.0 to +1.0) | sourced | completed |
| Valencia Grand Clubhouse | Boynton Beach, United States | other | — | — | 44,000 sq ft | — | — | — | — | Sep 2024 – Dec 2024 | Dec 2024 | +1.5 mo (0.0 to +3.0) | estimated | completed |
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| Tracked since | October 10, 2026 |
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