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Valencia Ridge Tampa-Area 55+ Community Review

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 15, 2025

With Valencia Ridge, GL Homes is bringing their luxury 55+ Valencia brand to Wesley Chapel, about 30 minutes north of Tampa.

As you'll see, the amenities are world-class, but the real appeal here I feel is the combination of Valencia's proven 55+ concept with easy access to Tampa's urban amenities and healthcare.

Location

Valencia Ridge brings Valencia's popular active adult lifestyle concept to the rapidly growing Wesley Chapel area, giving Tampa-area buyers another luxury 55+ option.

You've got plenty to do right in Wesley Chapel for day-to-day living, easy access to Tampa's big city amenities when you want them, and you're close enough to the beach for day trips but far enough inland to avoid coastal insurance rates and evacuation zones.

  • 30 minutes to downtown Tampa
  • Minutes from AdventHealth and BayCare hospitals
  • The Shops at Wiregrass (5 mins, 2.1 miles)
  • Tampa Premium Outlets (7 mins, 2.8 miles)
  • Saddlebrook Golf & Tennis Resort (12 mins, 5.5 miles)
  • Busch Gardens (34 mins, 24 miles)
  • The Florida Aquarium (37 mins, 29 miles)
  • Tampa Riverwalk (35 mins, 27 miles)
  • Sparkman Wharf (37 mins, 29 miles)
  • Raymond James Stadium (32 mins, 25 miles)
  • Amalie Arena (36 mins, 28 miles)
  • Straz Center (35 mins, 27 miles)
  • Tropicana Field (45 mins, 35 miles)
  • Clearwater Beach (1 hour 5 mins, 45 miles)

Amenities

Valencia clubhouses are among the best in the game, and the Valencia Ridge clubhouse is no exception, emphasizing lots of social spaces and outdoor recreation.

  • 25,722 sq. ft. Resort-style clubhouse with restaurant and bar
  • 5 pools (including lap pool and resistance pool)
  • Fitness center with classes and personal training
  • Full-time activities director organizing clubs and events
  • Racquet club with pro shop (8 pickleball, 3 tennis, 3 bocce)
  • Miles of walking/biking trails

Homes

All Valencia Ridge home designs feature impressive gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances, a variety of luxury standard features, and screened and covered patios for enjoying Florida’s incredible weather year-round.

  • 9 floorplans to choose from
  • Sizes range from 1,674 to 3,139 sq ft

For current pricing, floorplans, HOA info. and more, request a free brochure here:

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