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Mirada vs Epperson vs Angeline — Pasco County Lagoon Community Comparison 2026
Mirada (15-acre MetroLagoon, #14 RCLCO 2025) vs Epperson (7.36-acre Crystal Lagoon, first in US, 2018) vs Angeline (Moffitt anchor, Wesley Chapel). Pasco County comparison 2026. Ryan Brown FL BK3626873.
Mirada vs Epperson vs Angeline — Pasco County 2026
Three of Pasco County’s defining master-planned communities — each with a lagoon or lagoon-equivalent. Independent side-by-side for buyers deciding between SR-52 and the Wesley Chapel / Angeline corridor.
Angeline — The Third Competitor
Angeline is Pasco County’s most ambitious new master-planned community, located in the Wesley Chapel / Land O Lakes area. Unlike Mirada and Epperson which are built around lagoon amenities, Angeline’s primary differentiator is proximity to the Moffitt Cancer Center campus — a world-class medical research institution choosing to anchor its next major expansion in Pasco County. Angeline does not have a Crystal Lagoon but has positioned itself as a technology and wellness-centric community. Own Luxury Homes® covers Angeline through the WesleyChapel/Angeline silo at ownluxuryhomes.com.
Which Community Is Right for You?
| Buyer Priority | Best Fit | Key Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Lagoon experience — largest possible | Mirada | 15 acres vs 7.36 (Epperson) — Mirada is 2x larger |
| Public lagoon access (non-residents welcome) | Mirada | PAL model — Epperson also public access but smaller |
| Most established neighborhood | Epperson | Opened 2018; mature landscaping; resale market active |
| Moffitt Cancer Center proximity | Angeline | Announced as Angeline’s anchor institution |
| ULTRAFi internet included | Mirada | 500/500 Mbps symmetric fiber — not offered at Epperson |
| Best builder variety currently | Mirada | 6+ active builders at multiple price points |
| Proven resale equity | Epperson | 2018–2024 buyers have documented price appreciation |
FAQ
Ryan Brown — Principal Broker & CEO · FL BK3626873Epperson was first. Mirada is biggest. Angeline is next. Three different value propositions in the same county. The right one depends on whether you want the largest lagoon, the most established neighborhood, or proximity to a world-class medical campus. Own Luxury Homes® covers all three. Ryan Brown · FL BK3626873.
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