Colen Built Family of Companies
Real EstateFlorida, United States201-500 Employees
Colen Built Family of Companies is a privately held real estate developer based in Ocala, Florida, with a long history in construction and development in the state. Founded in 1947 by Sidney Colen, the company has specialized in Florida active adult retirement living and has built homes for tens of thousands of buyers. After the success of the first On Top of the World community in Clearwater, the firm expanded into central Florida, acquiring land in Ocala in 1975 and beginning development in 1982, with projects including On Top of the World and Calesa Township. Leadership has progressed from Sidney Colen to his son, Kenneth D. Colen, who has served as president and CEO, overseeing development and operation of the Ocala property for more than 35 years. The Ocala portfolio has earned industry recognition, including four awards at the 2019 NAHB International Builders Show and a 2019 Best 55+ Corporate Website award for On Top of the World.