Southeast Florida has been one of the nation’s all-time most sought-after retirement community locations. The most popular destinations include Miami, Boca Raton, and West Palm Beach. Because of great year-round weather and easy access to retirement-worthy amenities, including healthcare, shopping, dining, and recreation, this trend is expected to continue well into the future.
Here are some of the most popular 55+ communities in this part of Florida:
Valencia Del Mar – Boynton Beach
Valencia Del Mar takes the renowned Valencia 55+ living to new heights. Located in beautiful Boynton Beach, Florida, this luxurious new community introduces unparalleled sophistication and the best lifestyle living to an already esteemed location. Just minutes from the Atlantic coastline and miles of pristine beaches, with convenient access to major airports, you’ll also be near the vibrant nightlife of Delray Beach along with exceptional dining, shopping, and entertainment. Featuring innovative floorplans, cutting-edge standard features, and exciting new lifestyle options, Valencia Del Mar sets a fresh benchmark for exceptional 55+ living from $1.2M-$2.5M.
Redefining resort-style living, is the expansive clubhouse at the heart of Valencia Del Mar. The 8-acre recreational site features a grand social hall, luxury restaurant with indoor and patio seating, a stylish sports lounge, and world-class spa, complete with steam rooms, saunas, and private treatment suites. Every element of Valencia Del Mar is crafted to deliver an extraordinary living experience for the active adult.
Don’t miss your chance to experience this elevated 55+ lifestyle for yourself. Discover everything Valencia Del Mar has to offer and take the first step toward your dream home today.
Valencia Vista at Riverland – Port St. Lucie

A new chapter of exceptional 55+ living has arrived at Riverland for 55+ in Port St. Lucie, Florida with the grand opening of Valencia Vista! This highly anticipated community introduces an all-new collection of thoughtfully designed homes, including the innovative Club Villas, along with spacious new floorplans featuring open-concept living, flexible spaces, designer kitchens, and enhanced standard features such as upgraded 42″ upper cabinetry, quartz countertops throughout, and expansive kitchen islands that make it easier than ever to create your dream home.
Residents will also enjoy an expanded Social Club with over 54,000 total sq. ft. of resort-style amenities, including a full-service restaurant and bar, resort-style pools, vibrant social spaces, and year-round events curated by a full-time Lifestyle Director. Beyond the clubhouse, Riverland’s extraordinary 4,000-acre master-planned community gives homeowners access from day one to more than 80 outdoor sports courts, a 51,000 sq. ft. Wellness & Fitness Center, a 5-acre Arts & Culture Center, miles of scenic Paseo greenways, parks, and countless opportunities to stay active, social, and inspired every day. Learn more about Valencia Vista at Riverland with homes starting from the mid $300s today and start living the best 55+ Florida lifestyle!
Catalina Palms at Sundance – Port St. Lucie
Catalina Palms at Sundance is Akel Homes’ newest 55+ active adult community in Port St. Lucie, FL, located within the thoughtfully planned 2,500-acre Sundance master-planned community. Designed exclusively for active adults, Catalina Palms offers a vibrant lifestyle experience centered around connection, wellness, and resort-style living.
At the heart of the community is Club Catalina, Port St. Lucie’s largest private community clubhouse, spanning an impressive 56,000 square feet. This resort-style amenity campus features expansive pools with luxurious cabanas, a full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor dining, a world-class fitness center with cutting-edge equipment, dedicated pickleball and tennis courts, social lounges, art studios, card rooms, a test kitchen, and numerous indoor and outdoor spaces designed for social, recreational, and creative pursuits.
Catalina Palms offers a diverse collection of beautifully designed lifestyle villas and single-story homes ranging from approximately 1,400 to 3,400 square feet under air, with pricing anticipated from the low $300s.



