florida active adult communities: The Florida Escape You’ve Been Searching For: Oak Run - 02/17/20 11:39 AM
Florida is a renowned retirement destination for many reasons, although year-round sunshine and warm weather are two that come to mind for most. What better way to enjoy the idyllic weather than relaxing outdoors by the pool or participating in your favorite activities? With six pools, plenty of sports and clubs, and an activities director, Oak Run offers everything you need to enjoy your retirement exactly how you’ve imagined.
 
Decca began construction on Oak Run in 1985 and the community was completed in 2007. In total, there are 3,509 homes in Oak Run. The community offers both attached and single-family homes available … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club, San Antonio, Florida Active Adult - 05/10/12 11:10 PM
The Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club offers attractive homes from numerous home builders for residents age 55 and better. Engle Homes, K. Hovnanian, Lennar Homes, Transeastern and US Homes are the builders creating this gated, country club retirement community in San Antonio, Florida.
Just north of downtown Tampa and only 25 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, the Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club is a fantastic golf course community offering single-family homes from the low $100’s to the high $200’s. With so many home builders offering an abundance of home options it’s easy to find the perfect homes … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: Spruce Creek Country Club by Del Webb, Summerfield, Florida Active Adult - 04/30/12 01:40 AM
Central Florida is a popular retirement destination offering wonderful options for active adult living. Spruce Creek Country Club by Del Webb is an established 55+ community offering a fabulous collection of amenities and attractively priced homes from the mid $100’s.  Being located in Summerfield, Florida gives residents wonderful options for shopping, dining and outdoor recreation all just minutes from home. Ocala is just 15 miles away while the Gulf of Mexico is 30 miles to the west. The beaches of the Atlantic Coast are 90 miles to the east and the attractions of Orlando are about 90 minutes away.
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florida active adult communities: Royal Highlands, Leesburg, Florida - 10/04/11 03:13 AM
The pride and joy of the Royal Highlands 55+ community in Leesburg, Florida is its world-class golf course. The Monarch golf course is an 18-hole, par-72 championship course boasting magnificent water features and rolling hills. Players of all levels will enjoy this exciting course and residents of Royal Highlands benefit from preferred rates and tee times.
Aside from fabulous golf, Royal Highlands Leesburg offers stately amenities and mature landscaping all in an ideal central Florida location. The town of Leesburg is conveniently located between Ocala and Orlando. The area offers wonderful shopping, dining, entertainment, golf, medical facilities, recreation and more. … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Spruce Creek South, Summerfield, Florida - 09/25/11 07:34 AM
Spruce Creek South in Summerfield, Florida is a gated 55+ community for value seeking active adults. With pricing from well under $100,000, it’s easy to find a budget friendly home in this mature active adult community. Built by Harvey Erp between 1989 and 1995, the community is located in the heart of central Florida surrounded by charming thoroughbred horse farms.
A nice convenience of Spruce Creek South is the ability to use golf carts as a primary mode of transportation. Residents can hop on their golf cart for a quick trip to the bank, restaurants, stores and even some doctor’s … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Ocala: Central Florida’s Hidden Gem - 09/23/11 08:39 AM
Situated in Marion County, the Ocala area boasts natural beauty and a tranquil, relaxed lifestyle. While there are plenty of recreational and cultural attractions, Ocala residents enjoy life at a comfortable pace, without the hustle and bustle of a big city or the seasonal crowds of a tourist town. This makes Ocala an ideal location for many active adult retirees.
The City of Ocala is located in the heart of Central Florida. It is less than 90 miles northwest of Orlando, and about an hour from the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Along the city’s east side, the Ocala National … (2 comments)

florida active adult communities: Lake James, Lakeland, Florida - 09/18/11 02:45 PM
Lake James is a unique 55+ community in Florida offering beautifully designed ranch homes set within the nature. The community is being built by Ernie White Construction and is planned for 216 single family homes upon completion. Residents appreciate the privacy of this gated community, the high-quality construction, the secluded feeling and the nice collection of amenities.
While most active adult communities in Florida are huge in scale, Lake James is different. It is unique in that it offers a smaller size with fewer amenities yet still offers very nice amenities and quality built homes. This unique option in active … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Riverwood by Del Webb at Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, Florida - 09/08/11 03:28 PM
Riverwood by Del Webb in Ponte Vedra, Florida is a gorgeous active adult community boasting exquisite architecture, resort-style amenities and the famous Del Webb lifestyle. This gated 55+ community just ten minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, is planned for 1,988 homes upon completion available in a wide variety of home styles including traditional single-family ranch homes, attached ranches and condominiums.
 
Riverwood is one portion of the larger master planned Nocatee community. In total, Nocatee features seven villages each developed by a highly reputable builder. Del Webb’s Riverwood community offers the lowest starting home prices of all communities in Nocatee … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: Jacksonville: Florida’s Best Kept Retirement Secret - 08/26/11 02:20 AM
When many people picture a Florida retirement they imagine coastal shores in areas like Tampa Bay and Palm Beach County, or iconic cities like Orlando and Miami. However, some discerning retirees are expanding their search, and discovering Northern Florida’s secret gem: the city of Jacksonville.
Located on Florida’s northeastern coast, Jacksonville lies about 90 minutes north of Daytona Beach, and about the same distance southeast of Georgia’s famous Okefenokee Swamp. This sprawling city stretches across over 840 square miles, making it the largest city by area in the continental United States. Yet, with an estimated population of just over 850,000, Jacksonville … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Lake Ashton, Lake Wales, Florida - 08/21/11 09:41 AM
Lake Ashton in Lake Wales, Florida is a waterfront active adult community overlooking the beautiful Lake Ashton. Highlights of this 55+ community include two clubhouses, two golf courses, on-site restaurants and much more. Residents enjoy a wide variety of special interest clubs, a wonderful central Florida location and a nice variety of homes to choose from.
CRF Communities opened the Lake Ashton Florida community in 2004 with plans for 1,600 homes upon completion. Today buyers can select from new construction or resale homes priced from the mid $100’s to the high $400’s. There are 13 single-family floor plans and 6 … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: Spruce Creek Country Club by Del Webb, Summerfield, Florida - 08/11/11 04:36 PM
Spruce Creek Country Club in Summerfield, Florida is a resort-style active adult community by Del Webb. With 3,250 homes, this popular Florida retirement destination offers fabulous golf and gorgeous surroundings plus an exciting line-up of world-class amenities. 
Spruce Creek Country Club has a long history dating back to the 1970’s when the community actually began with homes built around the original 18-hole golf course. After a few short years, construction stopped. In 1998 Del Webb purchased the community and quickly transformed it into an amazing active adult destination. The community was completed in 2007 and today offers a nice selection … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Lely Resort, Naples, Florida - 08/06/11 10:36 AM
Lely Resort in Naples, Florida is the ultimate in resort-style living.  The community is open to residents of all ages yet it is very appealing to the active adult homeowner thanks to its long list of amenities. There are three championship golf courses and four clubhouses offering tons of amenities catering to a wide variety of interests.  Naples, Florida is known for fabulous active adult communities and is an award-winning retirement destination. Lely Resort is in the heart of Naples and just minutes from fantastic shopping, dining, entertainment, beaches and more.
The location of Lely Resort Golf & Country Club in … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: 7 Great New Construction Active Adult Communities in Florida - 08/05/11 03:02 AM
To get the latest in upscale features, and choose their own customizations, many retirees have their hearts set on buying a new construction. This can be a bit of a challenge in popular Florida locations where established communities only offer resale homes. Fortunately, construction has not ended in the Sunshine State and new active adult communities still offer a variety of new home options.
1. Heritage Isle — Viera, Florida
Set in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast, Heritage Isle is a 478-acre gated community which will eventually contain 1,200 homes and a variety of resort-style amenities. Potential homebuyers have plenty … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Southshore Falls by Del Webb, Apollo Beach, Florida - 07/29/11 07:40 AM
Southshore Falls by Del Webb is an impressive 55+ community in Apollo Beach, Florida. The community originally opened in 2004 by Centex. With the acquisition of Centex by Pulte Homes, parent company of Del Webb, in 2009, the Southshore Falls community is now being operated under the award-winning Del Webb brand name.
Plans call for 866 homes at this elegant Florida active adult community. Buyers today can choose from a nice selection of resale homes or choose from one of Del Webb’s floor plans including single-family ranch homes, attached ranch duplexes and attached ranch villas. Sizes range from 1,363 to 2,544 … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Jupiter Country Club by Toll Brothers, Jupiter, Florida - 07/22/11 08:02 AM
The Jupiter Country Club in Jupiter, Florida is a luxurious age-targeted community by Toll Brothers.  This gated south Florida golf course community opened in 2007 and is planned for 528 homes upon completion. Designed around a Greg Norman championship golf course, this resort-style community boasts impeccable landscaping, luxury homes and world-class amenities. While the Jupiter Country Club is open to residents of all ages, it is mostly appealing to the active adult homeowner thanks to its fabulous collection of amenities.
Residents enjoy not one, but two gorgeous clubhouses inspired by Mediterranean design and packed full of world-class amenities. Throughout the community … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Avalon Estates, Boynton Beach, Florida - 07/11/11 03:27 AM
Avalon Estates in Boynton Beach, Florida is pure elegance for Florida active adults. This intimate community of just 365 homes features stunning Mediterranean architecture and luxury single-family homes built by Eagle Homes and Northstar Homes. Proving very popular among Florida retirees, this community sold out of new construction homes in just two years. It was built between 2003 and 2005 and today offers a nice selection of well-cared for resale homes priced from the high $200’s to the low $500’s.
From the moment you drive through the impressive community gates you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a Mediterranean dream. Beautiful architecture, … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: Terrific Tampa Bay Luring Retirees to Florida’s Gulf Coast - 07/09/11 03:05 PM
Florida’s Tampa Bay area is one of the state’s most popular retirement destinations. Why? With beautiful beaches, diverse attractions and excellent healthcare, the area has plenty to offer active adult retirees. And, with many age-restricted communities in close proximity to Tampa Bay, retirees will have no trouble finding a great place to live.
Tampa Bay’s gorgeous, sunny beaches are easily the area’s main draw for active adult retirees. Located on Florida’s western coast, Tampa Bay opens into the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Here, active adults can enjoy visiting a range of beaches all within an hour of each … (0 comments)

florida active adult communities: 5 Reasons to Love The Villages, Florida - 07/03/11 03:33 PM
The Villages Florida is the largest active adult community in the world. Upon completion there will be an estimated 75,000 households of homeowner's age 55 and better. This staggering resort-style community sits on over 20,000 acres of land where golf carts are a popular mode of transportation. The Villages is a one-of-a-kind community with hundreds of amenities and a never-ending list of activities. Below are 5 reasons The Villages Florida has soared to amazing popularity among Florida retirees.
#1 – The Villages is its own town: With retail stores, restaurants, cafes, movie theaters, banks, post offices and everyday conveniences located right … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: SummerGlen, Ocala, Florida - 06/30/11 03:57 PM
SummerGlen in Ocala, Florida is an affordable golf course community built by Florida Leisure Communities. Residents of SummerGlen Ocala appreciate its affordable homes and intimate size. This 55+ community is being planned for just 1,029 homes which is much more intimate in size than the larger, and higher-priced, neighboring communities.
Amenities at this price leading Florida active adult community are centered around the community Town Center which is home to a golf clubhouse, the Residents’ Club and the Grand Hall. The Residents’ Club is the center of activity with a wide variety of amenities to encourage a physically fit and socially … (1 comments)

florida active adult communities: Riverwood by Del Webb, Nocatee, Florida - 06/21/11 07:01 AM

Just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean is Riverwood by Del Webb, an award-winning community for adults age 55 and better. Located in Ponte Vedra, Florida within the larger, master-planned community of Nocatee, residents of this gated Del Webb community enjoy their private community with all the amenities you’ve come to expect from Del Webb.
The master-planned Nocatee community is comprised of seven villages all connected by convenient trails and bike paths. Riverwood Del Webb is the only age-restricted community within Nocatee. Riverwood opened in 2007 and is planned for 1,988 homes upon completion. Today, interested homebuyers can select from new … (0 comments)