Retiring in Style: Florida’s Best Active Adult Communities

If you’re searching for retirement homes for sale in Florida, an active adult community may be the perfect option, and there are many to choose from. Some things to consider are the type of lifestyle you’re looking for, your budget, the location, and the size of the community. Here are our top choices for active adult communities in Florida.

Del Webb Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota

If you’re looking for luxury living, this gated, age-restricted community is the place to be. With a lifestyle director on staff and a fully planned social calendar, there is always something to do. Residents can enjoy tennis, bocce ball, and pickle ball courts, resort-style swimming pools, walking trails, fitness center, and more. Located near Siesta Key and other white sand beaches, home owners can experience the Gulf’s sparkling waters just a short drive away. Homes for sale in Sarasota, Florida within the Del Webb Lakewood Ranch community start in the low to mid-$300,000s.

The Villages

For those looking to fill their social calendar, The Villages offers residents free, live music every evening plus plenty of events throughout the week. The neighborhood has more golf courses than any other community in the world making it a golfer’s paradise. Residents can enjoy scenic walking trails, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and shopping and dining, as well as classes, clubs, and lifelong learning. The median price for a home in The Villages is around $375,000.

On Top of the World in Ocala

The most budget-friendly on the list is On Top of the World located in Ocala, Florida. This gated community provides 24-hour security and features amenities including three championship golf courses, a fitness center and spa complete with classes and activities, a lifelong learning center, tennis and pickle ball courts, and more. Activities include dances, concerts, festivals, happy hours and provide something for everyone. Ocala, Florida homes for sale located in the On Top of the World community range between $200,000 to $350,000.

Solvita in Kissimmee

This Mediterranean-inspired, gated community promotes a healthy lifestyle with 14 swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts, two 18-hole golf courses, two fitness centers, a community garden, an indoor walking trail, and so much more. Residents can stay active during the day and enjoy live music and entertainment, movies, karaoke, and more in the evenings. It is also located close to Disney, Universal Studios, and other Orlando attractions. Houses for sale in Kissimmee, Florida located within the Solvita neighborhood start in the low $300,000s.

Del Webb Tradition in Port St. Lucie

Located less than an hour from the coast, Del Webb Tradition in Port St. Lucie offers residents scenic walking trails, pickle ball and tennis courts, a resort-style pool, and is currently adding a new dog park. This gated community provides home owners with plenty of clubs and activities to keep connected and active. Condos for sale in Port St. Lucie, Florida are a great investment. Del Webb Tradition homes and villas start in the upper $300,000 range.

Finding Your Perfect Match

If you’re able to spend a few days visiting one or several of these communities, it is a great way to find a perfect match. When searching for retirement homes for sale in Florida, Lang Realty can help you narrow your search and find the community to fit your needs.