Located just two hours away from each other, The Villages and Lakewood Ranch are usually the top two best-selling communities (retirement or otherwise) in the country. In 2023 The Villages had 3,029 new home sales and Lakewood Ranch had 2,257 new home sales. If we count home sales as votes, it’s clear that both of … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Lakewood Ranch
55+ Homes For Sale in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County is home to more 55+ communities than any other county in Florida, so it’s no wonder there are a lot of 55+ homes listed for sale there at any given time. Below you will see everything from 1-bedroom condos for under $100k to 4+ bedroom single-family homes for more than $1 million … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes For Sale in Palm Beach County
The Camelia at Valencia Ridge
The new model center at Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, is almost finished, and one model you will see there when it opens is the Camelia. The Camelia is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom model with 1,674 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a … Continue Reading » about The Camelia at Valencia Ridge
The 55+ Topsail Villa in Preserve at La Paloma
The Topsail Villa is one of the new floorplans available at The Preserve at La Paloma 55+ community in Sun City Center. This 1,765 sq. ft. home has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Flex Room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: … Continue Reading » about The 55+ Topsail Villa in Preserve at La Paloma
The Sandstone Model in Brightmore at Wellen Park
One of the new single-family floorplans available at the 55+ community Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is called the Sandstone. This 1,916 sq. ft. home has 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, a “Flex” room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: Brightmore … Continue Reading » about The Sandstone Model in Brightmore at Wellen Park
The Claire Model at 55+ Cresswind DeLand
The Claire model is a 1,724 sq. ft., 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home available to build at the Cresswind DeLand 55+ community. DeLand is located between Daytona Beach and Orlando, giving residents easy access to both the coast and the amenities offered by one of the biggest cities in Florida. Let’s take a look inside: … Continue Reading » about The Claire Model at 55+ Cresswind DeLand
Parkway Preserve in Fort Myers
Parkway Preserve offers stylish 1-story villas and spacious 2-story townhomes designed for comfort and convenience. Parkway Preserve combines luxury living with low-maintenance ease in a community rich with resort-style amenities and a prime Fort Myers location. At the heart of Parkway Preserve a modern community clubhouse with heated pool, spa, fitness center and social lounge … Continue Reading » about Parkway Preserve in Fort Myers
The Triumph Model at SkySail in Naples
The Triumph Model is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at SkySail in Naples. With 2,332 sq. ft. of living space, it’s part of the “Celebration” Home Series at SkySail. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: There are 12 different floorplans in … Continue Reading » about The Triumph Model at SkySail in Naples
Brightmore at Wellen Park 55+ Vacation-style Amenities
Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is a new gated 55+ community nestled within popular Wellen Park, one the nation’s premier master-planned communities. Their amenity center is currently under construction, but they recently released a video that shows what it will be like when complete: Inside you’ll find: Outside you’ll find: The 11 acres of … Continue Reading » about Brightmore at Wellen Park 55+ Vacation-style Amenities
The Egmont Model in 55+ Sun City Center
One of the new single-family floorplans available at the 55+ community The Preserve at La Paloma in Sun City Center is called the Egmont. This 1,506 sq. ft. home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Flex room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan … Continue Reading » about The Egmont Model in 55+ Sun City Center
The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,515 new homes at the halfway point of 2024 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. Last year The Villages sold a total of 3,029 new homes. 13 Florida communities made the mid-year … Continue Reading » about The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
The Imagination Model at SkySail in Naples
The Imagination Model is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at SkySail in Naples. With 1,778 sq. ft. of living space, it’s part of the “Cruise” Home Series at SkySail. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: There are 12 different floorplans in … Continue Reading » about The Imagination Model at SkySail in Naples
The Anclote Villa Model in 55+ Sun City Center
One of the new villa floorplans available at the 55+ community The Preserve at La Paloma in Sun City Center is called the Anclote. This 1,501 sq. ft. home has 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: The … Continue Reading » about The Anclote Villa Model in 55+ Sun City Center
The Preserve at La Paloma in Sun City Center
In the heart of Sun City Center, Florida, you will find a gated enclave, The Preserve at La Paloma. This new 55+ community offers stylish, low-maintenance attached villas, single-family homes and fun-filled amenities. This new 55+ community offers stylish, low-maintenance attached villas, single-family homes and fun-filled amenities. A select number of homesites have views of … Continue Reading » about The Preserve at La Paloma in Sun City Center
Cost of Living in Venice Florida
Venice is located just south of Sarasota, which puts it in a sweet spot along Florida’s Gulf Coast. It’s the perfect destination for retirees looking to make the most of a laid-back Florida lifestyle and 14 miles of stunning white sand beaches. But how affordable is Venice for retirement? Let’s take a closer look! Home … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Venice Florida
55+ Homes For Sale in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda is a regular on our list of the 25 Best Places to Retire in Florida, and there are a few 55+ communities there. It has an attractive cost of living and is known for its ideal Florida climate and a laid-back lifestyle that feels relaxed even for Florida. One community building and selling … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes For Sale in Punta Gorda
The Lapis in 55+ Brightmore at Wellen Park
One of the new single-family floorplans available at the 55+ community Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is called the Lapis. This 1,687 sq. ft. home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a “Flex” room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: Brightmore … Continue Reading » about The Lapis in 55+ Brightmore at Wellen Park
The Jasmine at Valencia Ridge
Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, just opened for sales in February, but this model has quickly become one of the top-selling models here. The Jasmine is a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom model with 1,954 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a two-car garage. Here’s … Continue Reading » about The Jasmine at Valencia Ridge
Brightmore at Wellen Park Lifestyle Video
Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is a new gated 55+ community nestled within popular Wellen Park, one the nation’s premier master-planned communities. They recently released a lifestyle video that shows what living here will be like for residents: Here’s a little more information about the community: Brightmore radiates with a vibrant spirit and a … Continue Reading » about Brightmore at Wellen Park Lifestyle Video
The Daytona Model at Twin Lakes
The Daytona is a popular villa floorplan at the 55+ Twin Lakes community in St. Cloud on the tranquil shores of Live Oak Lake. With an incredible community clubhouse, lakefront resort-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, multiple heated swimming pools, tennis, pickleball and bocce ball courts, putting green, community boat and dock, kayaking, canoeing, fishing and a … Continue Reading » about The Daytona Model at Twin Lakes
Telaro at Tradition Photo Gallery
Telaro at Tradition is Mattamy Homes’ debut 55+ Active Adult neighborhood in the extraordinary master-planned community of Tradition in Port St. Lucie. Take a look: The exclusive Telaro lifestyle offers resort-style perks with the comforts of low-maintenance living. Telaro will include an abundant amenity offering, planned social spaces, lifestyle programming, and convenient access to all … Continue Reading » about Telaro at Tradition Photo Gallery
The Dream Model at SkySail in Naples
The Dream Model is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2-car garage home, available to build at SkySail in Naples. With 1,860 sq. ft. of living space, it’s part of the “Cruise” Home Series at SkySail. Let’s take a look inside: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: There are 12 different floorplans in … Continue Reading » about The Dream Model at SkySail in Naples
The Madison in Valencia Parc at Riverland
The Madison is part of the Vintage Collection by GL Homes, available to tour at their model center in the Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. At Valencia Parc at Riverland you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities … Continue Reading » about The Madison in Valencia Parc at Riverland
Photo Gallery: Boca Royale
Located just south of Venice in Sarasota County, Boca Royale Golf & Country Club offers a rare lifestyle that feels more like a vacation than the everyday. Take a look: Residents of the gated 1,000-acre community enjoy a full line of fun and fitness amenities like pickleball and tennis courts, a community pool, an 18-hole … Continue Reading » about Photo Gallery: Boca Royale
Cost of Living in Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda
Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda are located right next to each other in Southwest Florida, and they are both very popular among retirees, not only because they’re both beautiful places to live, but also because of the cost of living. What makes this area so attractive from a cost of living perspective? Let’s take a … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda
The Clarion 55+ Model in Telaro at Tradition
The Clarion model, located in the 55+ neighborhood Telaro at Tradition in Port St. Lucie, offers 2,351 square feet of pure livability. With a thoughtfully designed flow through a welcoming foyer, past a charming flex room, into an expansive open kitchen, dining, and great room, every detail in the Clarion is inviting. Let’s go inside … Continue Reading » about The Clarion 55+ Model in Telaro at Tradition
The Champagne Villa in Brightmore at Wellen Park
One of the new villa floorplans available at the 55+ community Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is called the Champagne. This 1,754 sq. ft. paired villa has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a “Flex” room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: … Continue Reading » about The Champagne Villa in Brightmore at Wellen Park
55+ Homes for Sale in Tradition
Tradition is a master-planned community in Port Saint Lucie comprised of several neighborhoods, some of which are designated 55+ communities. Like most communities that have been around for a number of years, you’ll see that there are a number of resales available listed down below. If you are focused on newer homes, the newest 55+ … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in Tradition
Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video
If you’ve been following along on the blog and in my newsletter this year, you’ve probably seen me mention Valencia Ridge, a brand new 55+ community from GL Homes that just opened in the Tampa area in 2024. They’ve just released a lifestyle video that shows what living here will be like for residents: All … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video
Cost of Living in Tampa
Despite the popularity of places like Ocala and The Villages in the middle of the state, survey after survey reveals that the part of Florida my readers are most interested in learning more about is the Tampa area. But does retiring in the Tampa area make financial sense? Let’s take a closer look! Home Prices … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Tampa
Lakes at Harmony 55+ Community Video
The Lakes at Harmony is the newest 55+ community from Jones Homes USA in St. Cloud, FL. Experience active adult living at its best, with an exclusive clubhouse and pool for Lakes at Harmony residents, as well as Harmony’s signature golf course and clubhouse, Town Center, community events, walking trails, and more. Harmony is more … Continue Reading » about Lakes at Harmony 55+ Community Video
The Ibis at Valencia Ridge
Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, just opened for sales in February, but one model has already established itself as the top selling model here. The Ibis is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom model with 1,807 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a two-car garage. … Continue Reading » about The Ibis at Valencia Ridge
Photo Gallery: Grand Palm
Grand Palm is a beautiful, amenity-rich, nature-focused community in Venice, which is exactly what resort living should be like. Take a look: Grand Palm residents enjoy easy access to downtown Venice and beaches (20 minutes away) and a multitude of activities right in their own backyard with an on-site activities coordinator, state-of-the-art fitness facility, pickleball … Continue Reading » about Photo Gallery: Grand Palm
Wellen Park Retirement Guide
The Venice area on Florida’s west coast has seen a lot of demand and growth in recent years and that’s thanks in large part to the development of Wellen Park. Wellen Park is a master-planned community that is home to several different neighborhoods, shops, restaurants, and lots of amenities for residents (and non-residents) to enjoy. … Continue Reading » about Wellen Park Retirement Guide
Cost of Living in Ocala
Ocala is almost always at or near the top of the list of the most affordable places to live in Florida, and you’re about to see why. As most retirees are looking for ways to stretch their nest egg and not have to worry about out of control costs eating away at their hard-earned savings, … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Ocala
The Costa Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Costa is a new floorplan from GL Homes, available in their Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. In Valencia at Riverland, you can walk to nearby shops and restaurants, spend the day at the beach or simply enjoy all the amenities right within your own neighborhood. This 2,155 sq. ft. … Continue Reading » about The Costa Model in Valencia at Riverland
U.S. Census Bureau: Florida Home to 4 of the 5 Fastest Growing Areas
According to a U.S. Census Bureau report released this week, Florida is home to 4 of the Top 5 fastest growing metropolitan statistical areas in the nation. The rankings are based on the percentage of growth in population that each area experienced between July 1, 2022 and July 1, 2023. Here are the top 4 … Continue Reading » about U.S. Census Bureau: Florida Home to 4 of the 5 Fastest Growing Areas
Cost of Living in Port St. Lucie
According to results from my recent reader survey, cost of living is the #1 topic my readers want to hear more about. I already have an in-depth article on the cost of living in The Villages, which is of course Florida and the world’s most popular retirement community. But based on this recent feedback I … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Port St. Lucie
Retirement Spotlight: Wesley Chapel
Wesley Chapel is emerging as a premier destination for retirees seeking a blend of modern amenities and natural beauty. With its warm climate, proximity to Tampa, and a variety of lifestyle options, this vibrant community offers a compelling mix of activities, amenities, and housing options tailored to those looking to enjoy their golden years to … Continue Reading » about Retirement Spotlight: Wesley Chapel
The Maya in Brightmore at Wellen Park
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is called the Maya. This 1,574 sq. ft. paired villa has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a “Flex” room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: Brightmore … Continue Reading » about The Maya in Brightmore at Wellen Park
55+ Homes for Sale in Clermont
Clermont has been ranked in the past as one of the Top 25 Best Places to Retire by Forbes and Money Magazines and one year was also voted the #1 Florida Bicycle-Friendly Community in Florida. Located just outside of Orlando, Clermont is home to several 55+ communities. One of the most popular ones is called … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in Clermont
A Day in the Life at Boca Royale
This video from Boca Royale’s developer Neal Communities perfectly captures what a typical day is like for Boca Royale residents. Take a look: Located just south of Venice in Sarasota County, Boca Royale Golf & Country Club offers a rare lifestyle that feels more like a vacation than the everyday. Residents of the gated 1,000-acre … Continue Reading » about A Day in the Life at Boca Royale
The Sonoma Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Sonoma. It has 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 4th Bedroom, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 3-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan … Continue Reading » about The Sonoma Model at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
55+ Homes For Sale in Tampa
When I ask my readers where they think they want to retire, the Tampa area is usually one of the most common responses. As you’ll see below, there are not a whole lot of 55+ opportunities directly in Tampa, but thankfully there are plenty of options in the surrounding suburbs. One BRAND NEW option that … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes For Sale in Tampa
55+ Homes for Sale in Kissimmee
Located just south of Orlando, Kissimmee is consistently listed among the best places to retire. To get a better sense of what the real estate market is like in Kissimmee, take a look at some of the 55+ homes currently on the market below. Also, two of our featured communities are in Kissimmee, and both are worth … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in Kissimmee
55+ Condos in Florida
There’s nothing quite like condo living. I did it for many years, and as with all things there are pros and cons. But if condo life is what you’re after, you’re in luck. There’s no shortage of condos in Florida, and many of them are just for those 55+. Down below you can see a … Continue Reading » about 55+ Condos in Florida
55+ Homes for Sale in The Villages
The Villages is the world’s largest retirement community and just passed the 150,000 resident mark. The crazy thing is, it is set to DOUBLE in size over the next 20 years. If you’re thinking whoa, that’s too big for me, there are plenty of smaller communities to explore here. With those kinds of numbers in … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in The Villages
Valencia Ridge’s Tampa-area Clubhouse First Look
Valencia Ridge brings luxury 55+ living to life, featuring modern home designs and top-tier amenities. They recently released a video animation of what the clubhouse will look like when it is complete: I think it’s safe to say that will be the nicest 55+ clubhouse in the Tampa area once it is finished! Here’s a … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge’s Tampa-area Clubhouse First Look
New 2023 and Coming Soon 2024 Florida 55+ Communities
There are a handful of new Florida 55+ communities that opened in 2023, and a few more that we are looking forward to opening in 2024. Here are the ones we’re most excited to check out. Opened in 2023 Regency at Babcock Ranch is the first 55+ neighborhood to open in this solar-powered Southwest Florida … Continue Reading » about New 2023 and Coming Soon 2024 Florida 55+ Communities
55+ Homes for Sale in Port Saint Lucie
Port Saint Lucie has always been one of the most popular east coast retirement spots for our readers, and that’s why it is consistently towards the top of our best places to retire list. To get a better sense of what the real estate market is like in Port Saint Lucie, take a look at … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in Port Saint Lucie