Located just north of Clearwater and under an hour from the Tampa International Airport, Dunedin is a small-town paradise with almost four miles of beautifully relaxing waterfront to enjoy. If a quiet Gulf-side weekend away from tourist destinations is what you need, this is the perfect place to consider. Where to Stay: Fenway Hotel It’s … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Dunedin
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The Arlington at On Top of The World
The Arlington is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3 car garage floorplan available to build at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL. Let’s take a look via this video from On Top of the World’s “Model Monday” video series: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: With 2,171 sq. ft. of … Continue Reading » about The Arlington at On Top of The World
Ormond Renaissance – 55+ Condo Living in The Birthplace of Speed
A lot of people think that Daytona Beach is “The Birthplace of Speed” but that distinction actually goes to Ormond Beach. According to the city’s website: “In 1903, the smooth, hard-packed sands of Ormond Beach became a proving ground for automobile inventors and drivers. These first speed tournaments in the US earned Ormond the title … Continue Reading » about Ormond Renaissance – 55+ Condo Living in The Birthplace of Speed
Get Ready for Fun in Port St. Lucie, FL
Groucho Marx famously said “If you’re not having fun, you’re doing something wrong.” It’s safe to say then, that residents in one of Port St. Lucie’s hottest 55+ communities are doing everything right. But don’t just take my word for it, check out this lifestyle video from Valencia at Riverland, located near the best that … Continue Reading » about Get Ready for Fun in Port St. Lucie, FL
American Village: Gated 55+ with Condos in Palm Coast
American Village is a very small, 55+ gated community located in Palm Coast, FL. Why it matters: In addition to 45 single family homes, there are also 96 condominium units available. It’s hard to find 55+ communities with condos. Very few amenities: If you care about amenities like clubhouses, fitness centers, activities directors, pickleball and/or … Continue Reading » about American Village: Gated 55+ with Condos in Palm Coast
The Diamond at Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach
One of the models that were built at 55+ community Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach is called the Diamond. It has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, an office/hobby room, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 2-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes … Continue Reading » about The Diamond at Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach
Is Disney Planning a Central Florida 55+ Community?
In August of 2021 I wrote here that The Walt Disney Company was in talks with Tavistock Development Company to partner on an age-restricted community in Tavistock’s Sunbridge development near Orlando. The odds of a Disney 55+ community in Florida improved significantly in February 2022 when Disney announced “Storyliving”, communities envisioned as enriching enclaves where “The Disney Touch” is … Continue Reading » about Is Disney Planning a Central Florida 55+ Community?
Cost of Living in Florida – 20+ Popular Places Ranked
One thing on almost everyone’s mind when they move to Florida is what the cost of living is like here. While the cost of living should not be the only thing you think about when deciding where to live, it can play an important role in that decision. For this article, I’ve examined the cost … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Florida – 20+ Popular Places Ranked
WaterSong at RiverTown Retirement Guide
WaterSong at RiverTown is a 55+ community in Northeast Florida. Situated almost equidistant between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, the RiverTown master-planned community is located along the banks of the St. John’s River, pictured above. Like most master-planned communities, there are multiple neighborhoods within RiverTown, and WaterSong is the only one right now that is designated … Continue Reading » about WaterSong at RiverTown Retirement Guide
The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021
As you might know, the Florida real estate market has been going gangbusters so far this year. There are a couple of real estate consulting companies that track sales and compile annual lists of the top selling communities, and one of them, RCLCO, also does a “Mid-Year” list. Below are 5 of the 13 Florida … Continue Reading » about The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021