Southern Ventures

Building the Southeast Since 1976 Established in 1976 by Founder and CEO Lowell Larson, Southern Ventures Corporation has grown into a dynamic and diversified real estate enterprise headquartered in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. What began as a local home-building operation has matured into a full-scale real estate development and investment company with a longstanding reputation for quality, integrity, and innovation. Over the course of nearly five decades, Southern Ventures has built a broad portfolio of real estate assets and capabilities, encompassing residential communities, multifamily housing, hospitality developments, and commercial real estate. The company is active across the southeastern United States, with a strong presence in Florida and the Carolinas. Southern Ventures operates through a vertically integrated platform that spans the entire real estate lifecycle, including: Design & Planning: In-house and collaborative design teams shape projects that reflect regional character and community needs. Development: From site acquisition and entitlements to final delivery, the company manages development projects with a focus on long-term value creation. Construction: A commitment to quality craftsmanship and sustainable building practices drives construction across single-family, multifamily, and hospitality sectors. Brokerage & Leasing: Southern Ventures offers brokerage services for both residential and commercial properties, leveraging deep local market knowledge. Asset & Property Management: The company provides ongoing management services to ensure operational efficiency and tenant satisfaction. Investment & Capital Structuring: Southern Ventures structures private capital solutions and partnerships to fund development and acquisition opportunities across its asset classes. The company’s residential division has delivered thousands of single-family and multi-family homes throughout the Gulf Coast region.