It only makes sense that there would be more 55+ communities in Florida than in any other state, and I believe this is the most up-to-date list around.
If a 55+ community is still building and selling new homes, you’ll find them on this list!
We are constantly updating this list, but if you find a phone number that needs to be updated, a community that’s no longer relevant, or a community that we somehow missed, let us know here.
We’re also working on breaking this list down into smaller posts based on what people are interested in. Here’s what we’ve got so far:
But here’s the complete list:
Alamanda Key – Melbourne, FL
321-890-2465 | Website
Located right near the beach in beautiful Melbourne, Florida, this gated community of attached and single-family homes was started in 2005 and is still offering new construction options. In addition to the two scenic lakes, residents here also have access to an island-style clubhouse, fitness room, outdoor pool, and tennis courts.
Buyers at Alamanda Key can choose between two attached home floorplans and four single-family home floorplans that range in size from 1,468 square feet up to 1,882 square feet. Those new construction homes start in the high-$100s and can get as high as the mid-$200s.
American Village – Palm Coast, FL
(386) 302-3002 | Website
American Village is a 55+ gated home community nestled in the heart of Palm Coast, FL. In this community of 45 homes and 96 condominiums, you’ll be able to enjoy time with your friends by the pool, relax on the sundeck, socialize in the cabana, or maybe just delight in an easy stroll with your furry friend to the dog park.
The American Village is close to many golf courses, tennis and pickleball courts, as some fantastic Florida beaches.
Arlington Ridge – Leesburg, FL
844-212-7872 | Website
With a planned total of more than 600 single-family homes, Arlington Ridge has been a large part of the local community of Leesburg, Florida since construction began in 2005. Residents here enjoy access to large-community amenities like an 18-hole championship golf course, a massive community center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a resort-style swimming pool, and a 50-seat community theater.
New construction buyers at Arlington Ridge can choose from multiple builders, which means that there are dozens of home styles and floorplans available here. Homes typically start in the high-$100s and can range up into the high-$300s.
Avalon Trails – Delray Beach, FL
855-968-1434 | Website
Avalon Trails is a 55+ active adult community located in Delray Beach, FL. If your retirement dream is to live just minutes from the beach, this is the place for you.
At the heart of the community is The Club at Avalon Trails, which will feature a resort-style pool and adjacent lap pool, a fully-equipped fitness studio, card rooms, a cafe, community garden, walking trails, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and more.
The homes at Avalon Trails will include 2 and 3 bedroom villas and single family homes that include features like granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and hurricane impact windows and doors, with prices starting in the mid-$300k’s.
Boca Flores – Boca Raton, FL
(561) 530-2255 | Website
Boca Flores is a gated community of 130 attached homes and condos located in beautiful Boca Raton, Florida. New home construction here began in 2017, and residents can enjoy amenities like a community clubhouse and swimming pool. In addition to having their own private amenities, residents can also enjoy a complimentary social membership to the nearby Boca Lago Country Club.
The attached homes at Boca Flores cover approximately 1,542 square feet. The condos are a little bit larger, ranging from 1,952 to 2,530 square feet. Those homes start in the low-$400s and can get up into the high-$400s.
Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes – St. Augustine, FL
(904) 644-1789 | Website
Located a couple miles east of World Golf Village off the International Golf Parkway in St. Augustine, Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes is a low-maintenance community of more than 150 attached and single-family homes built by Pulte Homes. Life at Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes revolves around the 4,000 square foot clubhouse, as well as the resort-style swimming pool. There are also plenty of hiking trails and a dog park for residents to enjoy.
Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes offers attached homes in two or three-bedroom floorplans that include 1,547 square feet of living space. Then the single-family homes are available in three different floorplans ranging from 1,671 to 1,968 square feet. Those homes typically start in the high-$200s and can get up into the mid-$300s.
Bridgewater Landing – Riverview, FL
(813) 395-2613 | Website
Bridgewater Landing is a neighborhood of attached villas and detached single family homes within a Continuing Care Retirement Community located just off I-75 in the southern greater Tampa metro area.
Residents enjoy a 13,000 square foot community clubhouse with a pool, exercise room and gathering rooms. Dining facilities are also on premise and dining options may be available Bridgewater Landing residents. Apartment living options are now under development and will be available soon.
Bridgewater at Viera – Melbourne, FL
855-463-9515 | Website
Located in Melbourne along Florida’s “Space Coast” just southeast of Orlando, Bridgewater at Viera is a gated community of nearly 900 attached and single-family homes. Amenities here will eventually include a 23,000 square foot clubhouse complex, a resort-style outdoor pool, and tennis courts.
Between the attached villas and the single-family homes, Bridgewater at Viera offers a total of five different floorplans to choose from that range in size from as little as 1,593 square feet all the way up to 2,807 square feet. With such a wide range of options available, those homes can cost as little as the mid-$200s or as much as the high-$400s.
Cascades at River Hall – Alva, FL
239-225-2681 | Website
Cascades at River Hall occupies over 2,000 acres of beautiful land just outside of Fort Myers, Florida. The community plan here calls for around 575 single-family homes, as well as a host of amenities like a community clubhouse, outdoor pool, and fitness center. Residents here also have the option of joining the Davis Love III 18-hole golf course for an annual fee.
With multiple builders that each offer a selection of styles and floorplans, the options are nearly unlimited at Cascades at River Hall. Those choices can be as small as 1,500 square feet, or they can range up towards a more comfortable 2,800 square feet. Depending on what you are looking to build, the prices can start in the high-$100s and move all the way up into the mid-$300s.
Cascades at Southern Hills – Brooksville, FL
815-403-1800 | Website
Cascades at Southern Hills is an age-restricted gated neighborhood of nearly 200 single-family homes inside the larger master-planned community of Southern Hills Plantation about an hour south of Tampa. Amenities here include a neighborhood clubhouse, as well as the opportunity to purchase access to all of the many amenities of Southern Hills Plantation.
New construction at Cascades at Southern Hills is currently available in seven different floorplans ranging from about 1,500 to 2,335 square feet. Home prices start in the mid $200k’s.
Covered Bridge – Lake Placid, FL
863-455-9927 | Website
Located about two hours south of Orlando in Lake Placid, Covered Bridge is a community of 230 attached and single-family homes. Residents here enjoy access to amenities like a community clubhouse, heated pool, and a community boat ramp.
New single-family homes are available in eight different ranch-style floorplans that range in size from about 1,000 square feet to a little over 1,400 square feet. Prices start in the $100k’s.
Cresswind at Lakewood Ranch – Lakewood Ranch, FL
(941) 217-7980 | Website
Cresswind at Lakewood Ranch is a massive 250-acre community of 650 single-family homes located just east of Sarasota and Bradenton. Amenities here include a huge community clubhouse, resort-style swimming pool, and access to additional amenities in the larger Lakewood Ranch community.
New homes at Cresswind at Lakewood Ranch are all single-floorplan models that range in size from two to four bedrooms with an optional upstairs bonus room. Home prices start around $300k.
Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake – Westlake, FL
561-476-0051 | Website
Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is an active adult community located in Westlake, FL between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens. The clubhouse offers residents a place to gather and participate in social activities facilitated by a full-time Lifestyle Director.
Outdoor amenities include pickleball & tennis courts, walking trails, resort-style pool and spa, resistance pool, dog park, event and entertainment areas.
New homes at Cresswind Palm Beach range from 2 to 4 bedroooms and start in the $300k’s.
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano – Port St. Lucie, FL
772-345-5041 | Website
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano is a community of 249 single-family homes that is located right in the heart of Florida’s Treasure Coast near Port St. Lucie. The large collection of amenities here includes access to the 27,000 square foot clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a dog park, and an enormous pickleball complex.
The homes at Cresswind at PGA Village Verano are available in four different options that range in size from 1,571 square feet up to 2,576 square feet. All of the homes are ranch-style homes that utilize energy-efficient designs. The prices start in the mid-$200s and can range up into the high-$300s.
Cresswind at Victoria Gardens – DeLand, FL
386-873-4680 | Website
Located about 30 miles north of Orlando, Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is a community of 1,070 single-family homes that combines the feel of a small town with the amenities of a large master-planned community. Those amenities include a large clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, heated outdoor pool, hiking trails, and an 18-hole golf course.
New construction homes here are available in a wide range of models that start as small as 1,430 square feet and can get as big as 3,236 square feet. Those homes can cost anywhere from the mid-$200s up to the high-$400s.
Cypress Falls at The Woodlands – North Port, FL
(941) 214-7413 | Website
Cypress Falls at The Woodlands is a gated community of 710 attached and single-family homes in North Port, Florida, which is about halfway between Sarasota and Fort Myers. Residents here enjoy access to amenities like a community clubhouse, resort-style pool, and a putting green.
New construction is available here for either attached or single-family homes. The attached homes range in size from 1,362 to 1,651 square feet. Then the single-family options are a little bigger ranging from 1,372 to 1,968 square feet. Those homes start in the low-$200s and can get as expensive as the high-$400s.
Del Webb Bexley – Land O’ Lakes, FL
(813) 412-8842 | Website
Del Webb Bexley is a fairly new gated community of 850 single-family homes that just started construction in 2018. Amenities here will include a 17,000 square foot clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center, a resort-style outdoor pool, a full-time activities director, and a homeowners’ associate to take care of general maintenance.
New homes at Del Webb Bexley are available in three different series that each offer three different floor plans. Altogether, those nine floor plans range in size from 1,372 square feet all the way up to 2,852 square feet. The prices for those homes start in the mid-$200s and can get as high as the low-$400s.
Del Webb Lakewood Ranch – Lakewood Ranch, FL
(941) 260-0370 | Website
Located in beautiful Lakewood Ranch about halfway between Bradenton and Sarasota, Del Webb Lakewood Ranch plans to accommodate 1,300 attached and single-family homes across 17,500 acres of land. Residents here will enjoy access to all of the resort-style amenities you might expect from a larger master-planned community.
Home options at Del Webb Lakewood Ranch include a 1,542 square foot attached villa or nine different single-family floorplans that range from 1,289 to 2,634 square feet. Those homes are typically priced anywhere from the low-$300s to the low-$500s.
Del Webb Naples – Ave Maria, FL
(239) 842-9643 | Website
Del Webb Naples is a massive community of 2,000 attached and single-family homes located in the even larger master-planned community of Ave Maria. Residents here can enjoy amenities like the 12,000 square foot Oasis Club and the Panther Run Golf Club, plus they also have access to a number of additional amenities in the Ave Maria community.
Homes at Del Webb Naples range in size from 1,438 to 2,611 square feet depending on whether you are looking for a smaller attached villa or a larger single-family home. Those homes are typically priced anywhere from the high-$100s up to the high-$500s.
Del Webb Nocatee – Ponte Vedra, FL
(904) 543-3927 | Request more information
Del Webb Nocatee is a new 55+ gated community in Ponte Vedra, which is in Northeast Florida, just minutes from Jacksonville and St. Augustine, and about 4 miles from pristine beaches.
The Canopy Club will will offer luxury amenities just a golf cart’s drive away, including a zero-entry pool, pickleball courts, fitness studio, and even an onsite Tavern & Grill with private wine lockers.
Single-Family Homes and Villas start from the upper-$200k’s.
Del Webb Oasis – Winter Garden, FL
(407) 554-5356 | Website
Del Webb Oasis is the next big thing. Coming soon to Winter Garden, this 55+ community is offering single-family homes and villas for residents who want to live in a brand new community.
One of the biggest selling points of a brand new community is that you are going to get a full selection of brand new amenities. This community is slated to include a 14,000 square foot clubhouse that will be situated to provide an excellent view of theme park fireworks.
Del Webb Oasis will be offering a selection of single-family homes and villas starting in the mid-$300’s.
Del Webb Orlando – Davenport, FL
(407) 638-8720 | Website
Located within the larger master-planned community of Ridgewood Lakes, Del Webb Orlando is a private, gated community of 830 single-family homes in Davenport, Florida. Amenities here are centered around the enormous 30,800 square foot clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools, and residents also enjoy close access to the nearby Ridgewood Lakes Golf Course.
There are a variety of floorplans available at Del Webb Orlando, and most of them include popular features like open layouts and first-floor master suites. Those homes range in size from 978 to 2,251 square feet and they are typically priced in the low-$200s to high-$300s.
Del Webb Stone Creek – Ocala, FL
(352) 453-8010 | Request more information
Del Webb Stone Creek is a gated, 55+ active adult community located in the horse capital of the world, Ocala, FL. Boasting an 18-hole championship golf course with full grill, resort-style pool, fitness center, spa, multiple game courts, a full-time lifestyle director and more, you will be ready for your “Next Great Adventure.”
Single-family homes start in the high-$100k’s.
Here’s a video from my recent visit to Del Webb Stone Creek:
Del Webb Sunbridge – St. Cloud, FL
(407) 805-1930 | Request more information
Del Webb Sunbridge is a new 55+ gated community in St. Cloud, which is in Central Florida, just minutes from Lake Nona and Orlando.
The 27,000 sf. Clubhouse will feature luxurious indoor and outdoor amenities like a zero-entry pool, resistance pool, pickleball and tennis courts, a fitness center, movement studio, and more.
Single-Family Homes and Villas start from the mid-$200k’s.
Del Webb Tradition – Port St. Lucie, FL
(772) 209-3850 | Website
Located in beautiful Port St. Lucie, Del Web Tradition is a gated community of 550 attached and single-family homes that began construction in 2017. Amenities here include a large clubhouse, resort-style outdoor pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
The attached homes at Del Webb Tradition clock in at 1,579 square feet and are available with either two or three bedrooms. The single-family homes range in size from 1,671 to 2,589 square feet and are available with two to four bedrooms. Those homes can start as low as the mid-$200s and get as expensive as the mid-$400s.
Del Webb eTown – Jacksonville, FL
(904) 543-3959 | Website
Del Webb eTown is a community of 346 single-family homes in Jacksonville that began construction in 2018. Plans here call for over five acres of amenities that include an 8,000 square foot clubhouse and a resort-style pool.
The homes at Del Webb eTown are available in a number of different models starting in the mid-$200s and ranging up to the low-$300s. Each of those models featured the latest in energy-efficient design and materials.
Encore at Fishhawk Ranch – Lithia, FL
(813) 565-5983 | Website
Encore at Fishhawk Ranch is a gated community of 240 single-family homes that is located in Lithia, Florida, just a bit outside of Tampa. As a newer community that didn’t begin construction until 2016, the amenities here are all practically brand new, and they include a 5,000 square foot clubhouse, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a resort-style pool.
Encore at Fishhawk Ranch offers three different series of homes that each have multiple layouts and design options. Those homes range in size from 1,591 to 2,721 square feet, and they can be priced anywhere from the high-$200s up to the mid-$400s.
Esplanade at Highland Ranch – Clermont, FL
352-415-4237 | Website | Request more information
Located on 579 acres of land just west of Orlando, Esplanade at Highland Ranch is a gated community of 475 single-family homes. Amenities here include the standard selling points like a community clubhouse and a resort-style pool, plus there are plenty of courts and walking trails throughout the community.
Homes at Esplanade at Highland Ranch are available in three different collections that range in size from 1,722 square feet up to 2,930 square feet. Those homes start in the mid-$200s and can get as expensive as the low-$400s.
Four Seasons at Orlando – Kissimmee, FL
407-705-3103 | Website
Four Seasons at Orlando is a gated community of 557 single-family homes that is located in Kissimmee, Florida, just south of Orlando. Amenities here include a 14,000 square foot clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center and an arts and crafts room, as well as an outdoor swimming pool, pickleball courts, and access to the 18-hole Mystic Dunes Golf Club.
With eleven different floorplans available, there are plenty of options to be had at Four Seasons at Orlando. Those plans range in size from 1,428 to 2,328 square feet, and they can cost anywhere from the mid-$200s up into the high-$300s.
Four Seasons at Parkland – Parkland, FL
954-716-8610 | Website
Located just a bit north of Fort Lauderdale, Four Seasons at Parkland is a luxury community of 538 single-family homes built around 12 beautiful lakes. Amenities here include a 25,000 square foot clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, two resort-style pools, and a tennis pro shop.
Four Seasons at Parkland offers 18 different floorplans that range in size from 1,965 square feet all the way up to 3,615 square feet. Each of those options is built with all of the featured today’s homebuyers are seeking, and they are typically priced anywhere from the high-$400s up to the high-$700s.
Freedom at Arbor Mill – Jacksonville, FL
(904) 300-3003 | Website | Request more information here
If smaller single-family homes are what you are looking for, Freedom at Arbor Mill is a fantastic option located right outside of Jacksonville. Residents here enjoy access to their own private clubhouse and pool, as well as the public amenities of the larger Oakleaf Plantation community.
The 156 single-family homes at Freedom at Arbor Mill are available with three or four bedrooms with anywhere from 1,585 to 1,986 square feet of living area. Those homes are all very similarly priced in the low-to-mid-$200s.
Freedom at Azalea Ridge – Middleburg, FL
(904) 214-3726 | Website | Request more information here
With construction just starting in 2017, Freedom at Azalea Ridge is a newer community of 136 single-family homes located just south of Jacksonville in lovely Middleburg, Florida. Private amenities here include an amenity center, bocce courts, and a covered pavilion. Residents also have access to a wide range of amenities in the larger master-planned community of Azalea Ridge.
Freedom at Azalea Ridge offers multiple floorplans that each include popular features like granite countertops and covered lanais. Those homes range in size from 1,565 to 1,986 square feet, and they are typically priced in the mid-$200s.
Freedom at San Salito – St. Augustine, FL
(904) 814-8287 | Website | Request more information here
Located in the larger master-planned community of San Salito, just outside of St. Augustine, Freedom at San Salito is a small community of just 96 single-family homes. Residents here have their own private amenities like an amenity center, outdoor pool, bocce courts, and a dog park. They also enjoy full access to all of the amenities available in the San Salito community as well.
There are four different models of homes to choose from at Freedom at San Salito, and those homes range in size from 1,685 to 1,986 square feet. The pricing generally falls somewhere in the mid-to-high-$200s.
Gatherings of Lake Nona – Orlando, FL
(321) 445-5050 | Website
Gatherings of Lake Nona is a community of 216 condos located inside the master-planned community of Lake Nona, just outside of Orlando. Residents here can enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle, as well as access to amenities like a large clubhouse, outdoor pool, and a dog park.
The condos at Gatherings of Lake Nona are available in four different floor plans offer two or three bedrooms. Those condos can be as small as 1,368 square feet, and they can be as large as 1,805 square feet. They are usually priced between the high-$200s and the high-$300s.
Harmony Reserve – Vero Beach, FL
772-562-9889 | Website
Harmony Reserve is a gated community of 397 attached and single-family homes that is located just outside of Vero Beach along Florida’s popular Treasure Coast. Amenities here include everything from a 15,000 square foot clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center to a huge outdoor pool surrounded by a collection of lakes and ponds.
Residents at Harmony Reserve can choose from six different attached villa floorplans and more than a dozen different single-family options. When you combine all of those models, this community can offer anywhere from 1,219 to 2,756 square feet at price points that range from the mid-$200s to the low-$300s.
Heritage – Hernando, FL
706-217-9507 | Website
Heritage is an established community of 70 single-family homes located in Hernando, Florida. Residents here enjoy a unique collection of amenities like maintenance-free living and 24-hour security. There are also plenty of outstanding parks and golf courses in the area.
Homes at Heritage range in size from 2,636 to 3,974 square feet, and they are available with anywhere from two to four bedrooms. Those homes are generally priced between the mid-$200s and mid-$300s.
Huntington at Hunter’s Ridge – Ormond Beach, FL
(386) 753-3688 | Website
Located in the popular community of Ormond Beach, just north of Daytona Beach, Huntington at Hunter’s Ridge is a maintenance-free community of 326 attached villas and single-family homes. The resort-style amenities that residents can enjoy here include a 12,500 square foot clubhouse with a fitness center and a beautiful outdoor pool that is surrounded by walking trails.
With multiple building companies to choose from, there are more than a dozen different floorplans to choose from at Huntington at Hunter’s Ridge. Those homes can range in size from 1,517 square feet up to 2,235 square feet. Depending on which features you add, the price point can be anywhere from the low-$200s to the low-$300s.
JB Ranch – Ocala, FL
(352) 509-7524 | Website
With construction that just started in 2017, JB Ranch is one of the newer communities in the Ocala area. Plans here call for a total of 346 single-family homes, and the list of amenities includes a community clubhouse, fitness center, and outdoor pool with patio seating.
With prices that start in the high-$100s and only range up in to the mid-$200s, the homes at JB Ranch are competitively priced for the market. Despite the reasonable price point, those homes still range in size from 1,641 to 2,034 square feet and include many of the most popular features on the market today.
Lake James – Lakeland, FL
863-683-2782 | Website
Lake James is a low-maintenance community of 216 single-family homes that is located right outside of Lakeland. Amenities here include a 2,000 square foot clubhouse with a fitness room and a resort-style outdoor pool, as well as miles of walking and hiking trails.
The homes at Lake James are available in more than a dozen different layouts ranging from as small as 1,510 square feet to a much larger 2,420 square feet. Those homes typically start in the low-$200s and can get as expensive as the low-$300s.
LakePark at Tradition – Port St. Lucie
1-877-710-8241 | Website
LakePark at Tradition is a gated community to 644 attached villas and single-family homes located inside a larger master-planned community in beautiful Port St. Lucie, Florida. Residents here have access to their own private amenities like a community clubhouse, fitness centers, and outdoor pool, and they can also enjoy access to the amenities of the nearby TownParks at Tradition community as well.
LakePark at Tradition offers attached villas that range in size from 1,565 to 1,862 square feet. They also offer two different builders for single-family homes that can range from 1,895 to 2,350 square feet. Those homes start as low as the high-$100s and can be as expensive as the high-$200s.
Lakes of Mount Dora – Mount Dora, FL
866-324-0868 | Website
Located just north of Orlando, Lakes of Mount Dora is a gated community of 950 single-family homes that combines 178 acres of lakes with New England-style architecture. Amenities here include an 18,000 square foot clubhouse complete with a fitness center and a banquet facility. Then there is the resort-style pool and hot tub outside.
Lakes of Mount Dora offers a few different ranch-style homes that range in size from as small as 1,263 square feet all the way up to something as large as 3,700 square feet. Those homes start in the high-$200k’s, but they can get up over $500k depending on size and optional features.
Latitude Margaritaville – Daytona Beach, FL
(866) 464-7137 | Website | Request more information
Latitude Margaritaville is a Jimmy Buffet-themed community of just over 3,000 attached villas and single-family homes located in Daytona Beach that is a perfect destination for any Parrothead. Residents here enjoy access to amenities like the Fins Up! Fitness Center, a fantastic resort-style pool, and all the “boat drinks” they can handle from the Latitude Bar & Chill Restaurant.
Homes at Latitude Margaritaville start in the mid-$200s and can get as high as the low-$500s. Those homes are available in a total of 15 different variations that are all themed after your favorite Buffet songs.
Here’s a video from my recent visit to Latitude Margaritaville: Daytona Beach:
Latitude Margaritaville Watersound – Watersound, FL
Phone # Coming Soon | Website
Latitude Margaritaville Watersound is another Jimmy Buffett-style community that is located about halfway between Panama City Beach and Miramar Beach. In addition to all of the standard Margaritaville amenities, residents here also enjoy access to their own private beach along Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Because Latitude Margaritaville Watersound is one of the newest communities on our list, we don’t have much information on the pricing there just yet. However, we expect that both the options and the pricing here will be similar to the Latitude Margaritaville community in Daytona Beach.
Medley at Mirada – San Antonio, FL
(844) 478-9434 | Website
Located in the larger master-planned community of Mirada, Medley at Mirada is a gated community of 858 attached and single-family homes in San Antonio, Florida. Residents here have access to their own private amenities like a community clubhouse, fitness center, and resort-style pool. Then they can also enjoy the impressive selection of amenities in the larger Mirada community.
Medley at Mirada offers attached homes that range in size from 1,396 to 1,731 square feet. The single-family homes start at 1,683 square feet and can get as big as 2,775 square feet. Those homes are generally priced somewhere between the mid-$200s and the mid-$300s.
Medley at Southshore Bay – Wimauma, FL
800 495-6496 | Website
Medley at Southshore Bay is a community of 655 attached villas and single-family homes that is located in Wimauma, between Tamp and Bradenton. Available amenities here include a community clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, and a large lagoon.
The homes are Medley at Southshore Bay range in size from 1,396 to 2,775 square feet. Those homes come complete with all of the bells and whistles that today’s buyers are looking for, and they are usually priced in the mid-$200s to mid-$300s.
On Top of the World – Ocala, FL
352-854-3600 | Website | Request more information
At On Top of the World, active adults will find all they dream about and so much more. Located in beautiful Ocala Florida, On Top of the World residents can enjoy any schedule that suits their tastes – from activity packed to unhurried.
Here’s a video from my recent tour of On Top of the World:
Leisure amenities include 54 holes of golf on three courses, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, a 14-acre R/C flying field, bocce, racquetball and basketball courts, fitness center, health club and spa, restaurants, cultural venues, and much more.
Residents can also participate in over 175 clubs, leagues, hobbies, and lifelong learning opportunities.
New homes are of quality construction, often exceeding ENERGY STAR criteria while offering comfort, convenience, and a wide variety of design elements.
There are 23 floor plans available with prices ranging to suit every budget starting in the mid $100k’s.
Ormond Renaissance – Ormond Beach, FL
(386) 615-6646 | Website
Ormond Renaissance is a gated community of 280 condos across ten different buildings that is located in Ormond Beach. Amenities here include a 3,600 square foot clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pool, and plenty of community green spaces.
The condos at Ormond Renaissance are available in sizes ranging from 1,248 to 1,515 square feet. Those floorplans can be for two or three bedrooms, and they are typically priced anywhere from the mid-$200s to the mid-$300s.
Palms at Serenoa – Clermont, FL
352-404-7261 | Website
Located just west of Orlando, Palms at Serenoa is a gated community of 570 attached villas and single-family homes that began construction in 2018. Residents here enjoy access to amenities like a community clubhouse, fitness center, resort-style pool, and more than 16 acres of parks and green spaces around the community.
The attached homes at Palms at Serenoa are a 1,608 square foot floorplan with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The single-family homes range in size from 1,402 to 2,034 square feet and come in six different models. Those homes start in the low-$200s and can get up into the high-$200s.
Parkland Preserve at World Golf Village
Phone # Coming Soon | Website
Located in historic St. Augustine, Parkland Preserve is a brand new community of 472 condos and single-family homes that just started construction in 2019. Amenities here are still in the planning phase, but the community is expected to have a state-of-the-art fitness center and a resort-style outdoor pool.
Parkland Preserve has not released the floorplans for their condos at this point, but we do know that the single-family homes will be available in five different models that range from as small as 1,585 square feet all the way up to 2,033 square feet. Those homes are expected to be priced somewhere between the high-$200s and the high-$300s.
Pelican Preserve
(866) 201-5177 | Website
Pelican Preserve is a large community of 2,500 attached homes, condos, and single-family homes located in Fort Myers, Florida. The focal point of this community is the 70,000 square foot Plaza Del Sol clubhouse, and residents here also enjoy access to amenities like a state-of-the-art fitness center, a 100-seat movie theater, and on-site restaurant, a resort-style outdoor pool, and 27 holes of outstanding golf.
With condos, carriage homes, attached villas, cottages, classic homes, and estate homes all available, the options are nearly unlimited at Pelican Preserve. Buyers can choose from floorplans that range in size from just over 1,000 square feet all the way up to more than 3,000 square feet. Those homes can be priced anywhere from the mid-$200s to the high-$500s.
Regency at Avenir – Palm Beach Gardens, FL
855-776-8655 | Website
Regency at Avenir is a 55+, active-adult community in Palm Beach Gardens offering exclusive resort-style amenities and a low-maintenance lifestyle.
Regency at Avenir’s private amenities will include a resort-style swimming pool and spa, state-of-the-art fitness and wellness center, a yoga studio, tennis, pickleball and bocce courts, a golf simulator, an art room with kiln, a ballroom, cafe, outdoor amphitheater, and more.
469 single-family homes are planned for Regency at Avenir, ranging in size from 1,800 to 2,800 square feet. Home prices start in the high $500k’s.
Serenity Reserve
650-302-6403 | Website
Serenity Reserve is a gated community of 85 single-family homes located just south of Orlando in beautiful St. Cloud, Florida. Residents here can enjoy amenities like a 4,000 square foot clubhouse with a brand new fitness center, as well as an outdoor pool, a putting green, and a community herb garden.
Homes at Serenity Reserve are available in four different floorplans that range in size from 2,200 square feet all the way up to 3,500 square feet. Each of those homes is packed with modern features, and they are typically priced between the mid-$300s and the high-$400s.
Solivita
877-335-1543 | Website | Request more information here
Solivita is a national award-winning retirement community in Central Florida’s attraction zone, offering great natural beauty, vast recreational amenities and enough to do to keep any active adult as busy as you care to be. No matter where you live within this lush gated 55-plus community in Kissimmee, you can easily walk, bike or drive your golf cart to indoor and outdoor dining venues, state-of-the-art spa and fitness complexes, pickleball or tennis courts, and other facilities for sports and games. You can also meet up with newfound friends, share the fun in social clubs, and enjoy lifelong learning classes and countless other amenities—inviting you to do it all, or nothing at all.
With two stunning championship golf courses, intimate neighborhood centers, softball field, miles of green space for walking, cycling and meandering, and too many classes and clubs to count, you will have many ways to enjoy the Solivita life. Residents have access to a full-time on-site Activities Director and Lifestyle Team dedicated to creating a diverse, packed schedule of events, as well as assisting the 200+ Social Clubs created by Solivita residents. Your most difficult decision each day will be deciding how busy you’d like to be.
Stonecrest
(352) 427-2478 | Website
Located south of Ocala in Summerfield, Florida, Stonecrest is a gated community of 2,200 single-family homes that was started in 1990 and still has new construction available. Amenities are plenty here with residents having access to a 7,000 square foot clubhouse, a separate community center, a resort-style pool, a championship-level 18-hole golf course, and a 9-hole par 3 course.
The homes at Stonecrest are available in a number of different models that range from 1,238 to 2,243 square feet. Those homes are typically located on quarter-acre lots, and they can be priced anywhere from the low-$200s to the high-$400s.
The Lakes at Harmony
407-988-3285 | Website | Request more information
The Lakes at Harmony, is the newest addition to Harmony from Jones Homes USA. These two and three bedroom homes are built for the way you live today, with space where you need it most. Residents here enjoy less crowded living with spacious outdoor living areas, many of which include water or conservation views, and a private recreation center and pool.
From the miles of walking and biking trails, to the community garden, parks and fitness center, Harmony has something for everyone. Gather at the Town Square which includes a spa, market, physician office, restaurants and more or play a round of golf on the only Johnny Miller Signature course in Central Florida without ever leaving your community.
The Villages
(352) 753-6655 | Full Review
With more than 60,000 attached villas, manufactured homes, and single-family homes, The Villages is one of the largest active adult communities in the entire world. With three different town squares, more than 35 community centers, more than 80 different pools, and more than 50 different golf courses, the list of amenities available to Villagers as residents are affectionately known goes on for days.
Just like the list of amenities, the list of floorplans available around The Villages is massive. You can pretty much find anything your heart desires in Florida’s most-popular retirement community. Homes here start out in the mid-$100k’s, but there are also plenty of high-end options with prices ranging all the way up into the high-$1Ms.
Tidewater by Del Webb
(239) 319-4590 | Website
Tidewater by Del Webb is a gated community of 380 attached villas and single-family homes located in Southwestern Florida, just south of Fort Myers. Residents here have full access to a community clubhouse with a fitness center and library, as well as a resort-style outdoor pool and a dog park.
The attached villas at Tidewater by Del Webb are available with either two or three bedrooms spread out across 1,542 square feet of living space. The single-family homes have multiple options ranging from 1,671 to 2,852 square feet. The smaller homes start in the high-$200s while the larger homes can get up into the mid-$400s.
Trilogy Orlando – Groveland, FL
352-240-7566 | Website
Trilogy Orlando is a gated community of 1,500 single-family homes that offers all of the benefits of a master-planned retirement community while still being close to the excitement of Orlando. Residents here enjoy amenities like a 57,000 square foot clubhouse, a separate athletic club, an on-site restaurant, and an amazing resort-style pool.
New single-family homes at Trilogy Orlando are available in five different styles with sizes ranging from 1,305 up to 2,450 square feet. Each style offers multiple floorplan variations, and those homes start in the low-$200s and range up into the low-$500s.
Trilogy at Ocala Preserve – Ocala, FL
352-402-3100 | Website
Trilogy at Ocala Preserve is a 623-acre community of 1,600 single-family homes located in Marion County, Florida. Amenities here include a 17,000 square foot clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center, a zero-entry resort-style pool, and an 18-hole championship golf course.
New homes at Trilogy at Ocala Preserve are available in six different collections that range in size from as small as 1,320 square feet up to 2,370 square feet starting in the $100k’s.
Twin Lakes – St. Cloud, FL
407-988-3222 | Website | Request more information here
The water is calling you to one of the most desirable active lifestyle communities in Central Florida. It’s time to live less crowded on the tranquil shores of Live Oak Lake where residents enjoy lakeside living with boating, fishing, kayaking and many other amenities usually reserved for fine resorts.
With a clubhouse, pool, patio areas, newly opened fitness center and a full time activities director, there is something for everyone in this outstanding community. Twin Lakes, by Jones Homes USA, is now selling new homes with luxury features and advanced home technology, from the low $200k’s in the “convenient to everything,” Orlando Area.
Valencia Bonita – Bonita Springs, FL
(239) 308-4600 | Website | Request more information
Offering easy access to everything Southwest Florida is famous for, GL Homes is developing Valencia Bonita, setting a new standard of 55-plus living on Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast. With an exciting vacation-inspired lifestyle that rivals the finest resorts, Valencia Bonita features an opulent 45,000 sq. ft. clubhouse and carefully designed single-family and villa home designs that are tailored to those looking for spacious layouts and sophisticated style.
Valencia Bonita is located just minutes from pristine beaches, tranquil nature preserves, chic shops and fine dining. Plus, everyday conveniences including banks, grocery stores and top rated medical facilities are also just a short drive away. Homes start in the low $300k’s.
Valencia Grove at Riverland – Port St. Lucie, FL
(772) 226-9000 | Website | Request more information
Valencia Cay at Riverland is one of the newest 55+ communities on Florida’s East Coast. Located in Port St. Lucie, Valencia Cay brings together GL Homes’ famous 55+ resort-style living with an amazing master site plan to create a Florida lifestyle that’s second-to-none! At this new community, you’ll find a million ways to have fun. Walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood.
Get in on the ground floor of Florida’s next top master planned community with prices starting in just the $300s.
Valencia Sound – Boynton Beach, FL
(561) 738-5100 | Website | Request more information
Swim, play, dine, relax or socialize – you can do as much or as little as you want at Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach. The nearly 39,000 square-foot Clubhouse with upscale indoor and outdoor amenities, including a full-service restaurant, sports lounge and multiple pickleball, tennis and bocce courts, provides the ultimate 55+ lifestyle in Boynton Beach.
Hundreds of clubs are available to join, Broadway-style shows and entertainment are found in the Social Hall, classes on everything from art to fitness are scheduled at the Clubhouse, and tournaments are held at the world-class Racquet Club. Home prices start in the $400k’s.
Valencia del Sol – Wimauma, FL
(813) 634-8100 | Website | Request more information
Valencia Del Sol’s convenient Tampa location makes it easy to enjoy having fun in the sun along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Offering a robust and extraordinary 55+ lifestyle, Valencia del Sol caters to residents looking to socialize and stay physically active. Active adults will enjoy the 25,000 square foot Clubhouse offering an array of resort-style amenities including a fitness center, grand social hall, a relaxing pool and spa, tennis and pickleball courts as well as a restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating.
A full-time, on-site lifestyle director will be dedicated to organizing a wide variety of fun events, clubs and opportunities for making new friends all year-round. This amazing new community features a stunning selection of twin villas and single-family homes that provide the ultimate in 55+ living at an incredible value.
Valencia Trails – Naples, FL
239-262-4000 | Website | Request more information
Valencia Trails in Naples, FL offers the best resort lifestyle with a magnificent 42,000 sq. ft. Clubhouse where every day new events, clubs, and entertainment abound. Relax by the pool, grab a bite at the restaurant, catch a show in the social hall, or take a relaxing stroll or jog along the community’s iconic trails. The options are endless!
Designed for 55+ living, the gorgeous contemporary style single-family homes at Valencia Trails offer the ultimate in style, convenience, and luxury with spacious living areas, impressive gourmet kitchens, and screened and covered patios to make the most of Florida’s beautiful weather year-round. Come home to luxurious standard features including tile roof, brick pavers, stainless steel and gas appliances, designer tile flooring throughout main areas, rich stone exterior finishes and so much more.
Villages of Seloy – St. Augustine, FL
904-810-2097 | Website
Located in historic St. Augustine, Florida, Villages of Seloy is a gated community of 240 attached villas designed to offer residents a low-maintenance lifestyle. Amenities here include a community clubhouse, a fitness center, and a resort-style pool.
The attached homes at Villages of Seloy are available in four different floorplans that each come with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a two-car garage. Those homes start in the mid-$200s and can get as expensive as the mid-$300s.
Vitalia at Tradition – Port St. Lucie, FL
877-889-7055 | Website | Request more information
As soon as you enter Vitalia at Tradition, you’ll know you have found the ultimate active adult lifestyle in Port St. Lucie. From the welcoming palm-lush and Mediterranean-inspired entrance to the passionate attention to detail in every resident home, Vitalia at Tradition has taken the art and science of resident-centered community planning to new levels.
With bicycles and golf carts as the preferred method of transportation, active adult residents can join friends within the neighborhood or explore the vast 8,300 acres of Tradition. While the scale may be large, the feel is still small town America with a Town Hall, boutique restaurants and shops, spas and salons, along with the town center, Tradition Square. It’s the lively hub where residents gather for year-round events, entertainment, and concerts.
For those who want to stay in to enjoy the quaintness of their own neighborhood, Vitalia unveiled an outstanding 24,000-square-foot clubhouse encompassing everything from tennis and bocce courts to great lawn with fire pits and a putting green to a ballroom, fitness rooms and more! The Captiva Club is a private lakefront facility offering year-round recreation and social activities for Vitalia residents, complementing an active lifestyle.
Watersong at RiverTown – St. John’s, FL
904-337-4856 | Website
Located in the amazing master-planned community of RiverTown, Watersong at RiverTown is an active adult community of 800 attached villas and single-family homes. Residents here enjoy access to their own private community clubhouse, resort-style pool, and fishing pier. They can also find plenty to do in the larger RiverTown community.
Watersong at RiverTown offers multiple options for attached villas and single-family homes. And while there are plenty of options to choose from, the pricing is fairly consistent with most homes falling somewhere in the low-to-high-$200s.
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We are looking for a house with a deep water dock,do you know of any communities with this option??
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