RV Park and Campground Broker in Florida

RV Parks. Campgrounds. Seasonal Resorts. Serving Florida’s Growing Outdoor Recreation Market.

RV Parks

Florida RV Parks Have Moved From Niche
Investment to Recognized Asset Class

Drew Rutherford works with RV park owners and buyers across Florida, bringing commercial real estate brokerage expertise to an asset class that requires specific knowledge of operations, zoning, and the investor profile that pursues these assets. The RV park and campground industry generated $10.9 billion in revenue in 2025, and Florida remains one of the most active states in the country for RV park transactions driven by year-round climate, strong tourism volume, and a large retiree population.

The sector has attracted major real estate firms and REITs drawn by cap rates in the 7 to 10 percent range, yields higher than most commercial real estate asset classes. The mid-market segment between $1 million and $10 million is the most active, with private investors and syndication groups driving transactions particularly in West-Central to East-Central Florida. Sales volume in 2024 totaled $346.7 million across 106 deals, a 12 percent increase year over year. For existing RV park owners, that investor demand represents a real exit opportunity — particularly for parks that have been underpriced or undermanaged relative to their market position.

Areas of Focus

RV Park and Campground Transactions Across Florida

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RV Park and Campground Sales

Seller and buyer representation for RV park and campground transactions across Florida, from small owner-operated parks to large-format seasonal resorts with hundreds of sites.

02.

Acquisition Representation

Buyer representation for investors seeking cash-flowing RV parks across Florida, including stabilized parks, value-add opportunities with below-market rates, and off-market acquisitions before they reach public listing platforms.

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Value-Add Opportunities

Underdeveloped or undermanaged RV parks with expansion potential, below-market site rates, or amenity upgrade opportunity represent some of the strongest value-add returns in Florida commercial real estate today.

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Lifestyle and Seasonal Parks

Florida’s seasonal RV parks, destination resorts, and lifestyle campgrounds attract a specific buyer profile and require market positioning that reflects their revenue mix, occupancy seasonality, and amenity profile.

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Off-Market Park Acquisitions

Direct access to Florida RV parks before they reach public listing platforms. Many of the best-performing parks in the state change hands through off-market relationships, not LoopNet listings.

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Portfolio Transactions

Acquisition and disposition of multiple-park portfolios for buyers and sellers seeking scale in the Florida RV park market, including syndication groups and institutional investors consolidating regional assets.

FLORIDA RV PARK INVESTMENT MARKET

What RV Park Owners and Investors Need to Know Right Now

The Florida RV park market enters 2026 with strong fundamentals and active transaction volume. Approximately 88 million U.S. households now identify as campers, with the industry growing at 8.3% annually from 2020 to 2025. Florida has been a particular hotspot — KOA signed agreements for nine new campgrounds in Florida in 2023 alone, signaling strong institutional confidence in the state’s outdoor recreation demand. Cap rates for well-located, stabilized Florida RV parks currently range from 7 to 10 percent, with destination and resort-style parks on the lower end and seasonal or value-add assets at the higher end. The buyer pool for Florida RV parks has expanded significantly. While institutional capital and REITs have entered the space, the most active segment remains the mid-market between $1 million and $10 million where private investors and syndication groups are closing deals. Total Florida RV and MHP sales in 2024 reached $346.7 million across 106 transactions, a 12 percent year-over-year increase, with West-Central to East-Central Florida representing the most active geographic corridor.

For RV park owners considering a sale, understanding current market value is the critical first step. RV park valuation is driven by NOI, site count, revenue per site, occupancy rates, utility infrastructure, and zoning. A $320,000 NOI at an 8 percent cap rate implies a value of $4 million. The same NOI at a 10 percent cap rate implies $3.2 million — a $800,000 difference driven entirely by how the market perceives risk. Drew works with RV park owners to build an accurate, documented value case before any buyer conversation begins. The county is built out. There is no industrial land pipeline, no new spec development on the horizon, and no relief coming from new supply. That dynamic keeps Pinellas vacancy among the lowest in the metro. Small-bay and flex space here runs 12 to 16 dollars per square foot for functional buildings, above the Tampa Bay average, and well-located properties attract competitive interest from both tenants and investors. The investors who have been paying attention to Pinellas industrial are buying at what many see as a compelling entry point, cap rates around 7.6 percent and vacancy likely near its peak.

Representation

Sellers. Buyers. Tenants. Drew Works All Three

RV Park Sellers

If you own a Florida RV park and are considering a sale, the process starts with an accurate NOI-based valuation that reflects current market cap rates, occupancy trends, and the specific buyer pool most likely to move on your asset. Drew works with RV park sellers before a property hits the market, not after it has sat publicly with no qualified interest.

RV Park Buyers and Investors

Whether you are a private investor seeking cash-flowing RV parks, a syndication group targeting value-add assets, or a first-time buyer entering the outdoor hospitality space, Drew brings current Florida market data and off-market access that listing platforms cannot offer.

Owner-Operators

For RV park owner-operators looking to acquire their first park or expand an existing portfolio, Drew works to identify properties that match your operational model, site count targets, and geographic focus across Florida — including off-market parks not publicly listed.

Frequently Asked Questions About RV Park Investment in Florida

How do I find an RV park broker in Florida?

Drew Rutherford is a commercial real estate broker based in Clearwater Beach, Florida who works with RV park owners and buyers across the state. You can reach Drew directly through the contact page on this site to discuss your RV park, campground, or acquisition needs.

Florida RV park inventory ranges from small owner-operated campgrounds with 20 to 50 sites to large-format destination resorts with hundreds of sites and full amenities. The most active transaction segment is the mid-market between $1 million and $10 million. West-Central to East-Central Florida has been the most active corridor for RV and MHP transactions, with strong buyer demand from private investors and syndication groups. The county is land-constrained, which means new supply is limited and existing inventory, particularly small-bay and flex space, tends to carry lower vacancy rates than the broader Tampa Bay market.

RV park value is calculated using NOI divided by the appropriate cap rate for the asset’s location, quality, and income stability. Cap rates for stable, well-located Florida RV parks currently range from 7 to 10 percent. A park with $320,000 NOI at an 8 percent cap rate is worth $4 million. The same park at a 10 percent cap rate is worth $3.2 million. Drew provides no-obligation value assessments for RV park owners who want to understand what their asset is worth in today’s market before making any decisions.

The Florida RV park market is active and well-supported by demand fundamentals that are unlikely to reverse. The state’s year-round climate, large retiree population, and position as the top domestic travel destination create durable demand for RV park inventory. New supply is constrained by land costs, permitting, and infrastructure requirements, which means well-located existing parks hold their value through economic cycles. Owners who price and position correctly in this market are finding qualified buyers. Those who rely on unsolicited offers are typically leaving money on the table.

RV park valuation requires P&L statements for 3 to 5 years, occupancy reports, site-level revenue breakdowns, utility bills, and capital expenditure histories. Buyers use these to normalize NOI and EBITDA, stripping out owner-specific expenses to arrive at a true market income figure. Organizing these documents before going to market reduces buyer questions, speeds due diligence, and reduces the risk of renegotiation after a contract is signed. Flex space combines functional warehouse or shop space with a front office component, making it suitable for light manufacturing, service businesses, contractors, and showroom operations. Industrial is the broader category that includes both, along with manufacturing, R&D, and specialized production facilities. All three are active transaction categories in the Pinellas County market.

Ready to Discuss Your RV Park or Campground?

Whether you own a Florida RV park and want to understand what it is worth in today’s market, or you are a buyer looking for acquisition opportunities, the first conversation costs nothing. Drew works directly with owners and investors. No handoffs, no junior staff on your deal.

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