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Sun City Center

Sun City Center, FL

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Kings Point

Sun City Center, FL

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On Top of the World Clearwater

Clearwater, FL

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Timber Pines

Spring Hill, FL

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Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon

Palm Harbor, FL

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Mira Bay

Apollo Beach, FL

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Valencia Lakes

Wimauma, FL

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GlenLakes Country Club

Weeki Wachee, FL

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Heritage Pines Florida

Hudson, FL

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Heritage Springs

Trinity, FL

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Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club

San Antonio, FL

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Wellington at Seven Hills

Spring Hill, FL

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Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club

Dade City, FL

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Southshore Falls

Apollo Beach, FL

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Del Webb Bexley

Land O’Lakes, FL

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Silverthorn

Brooksville, FL

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Summertree

New Port Richey, FL

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Sea Towers

St. Petersburg, FL

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Timbers Green

New Port Richey, FL

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The Groves Golf and Country Club

Land O’Lakes, FL

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Bay Island

South Pasadena, FL

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Medley at Southshore Bay

Wimauma, FL

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Heritage Lake

New Port Richey, FL

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Valencia del Sol

Wimauma, FL

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Esplanade at Starkey Ranch

Odessa, FL

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Royal Stewart Arms

Dunedin, FL

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Village on the Green

Clearwater, FL

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Boca Ciega Point

Saint Petersburg, FL

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Heather Ridge

Dunedin, FL

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Pinehurst Village

Dunedin, FL

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Encore at Fishhawk Ranch

Lithia, FL

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Beacon Lakes

New Port Richey, FL

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Edgewater Arms

Dunedin, FL

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Cascades at Southern Hills

Brooksville, FL

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Key Vista Villas

Holiday, FL

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Villas of Lake Arbor

Clearwater, FL

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Patrician Oaks

Dunedin, FL

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Cambridge at Villages of Avalon

Spring Hill, FL

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Harbor Oaks Place

Clearwater, FL

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Bridgewater Landing

Riverview, FL

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Heather Hills Villas

Dunedin, FL

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SUN CITY CENTER

Sun City Center

Sun City Center is a large active adult community near Tampa, Florida. It is a self-contained village complete with retail establishments, grocery stores, worship centers and a hospital. Over 11,000 residents enjoy this 55+ community for its reasonably priced homes, great amenities and an active lifestyle with nearly 200 clubs and interest groups.

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Located in an unincorporated part of Hillsborough County, 25 miles south of Tampa, FL, there is no government structure at Sun City Center. The community runs solely on volunteers. A membership association comprised of resident volunteers oversees all community amenities. The streets are golf cart permissible and residents can access shopping plazas, restaurants and the amenities via golf carts.

Popular with retirees from across the country, the area enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year, and a mild three season climate means outdoor activity is possible nearly every day of the year. The community’s proximity to Tampa, the Gulf of Mexico and other notable attractions make it a desirable option for active adults and retirees. Whether your interests include golf and tennis or crafts and cards, the abundance of amenities and lifestyle activities in this community provide the perfect destination for 55+ aged adults who want to get the most out of life.

KINGS POINT

Kings Point

Kings Point is a gated active adult neighborhood in Sun City Center, Florida. The community enjoys convenient golf cart access to the retail and dining establishments in Sun City Center. This 55+ community has two private clubhouses, golf courses and many wonderful activities. Despite the fact that this community is located within the greater Sun City Center area, it is not directly affiliated with the Sun City Center association.

Kings Point has separate legal boundaries, different bylaws and over 100 condo associations. While Sun City Center is primarily comprised of single-family dwellings, most units in Kings Point are attached villas and tend to be newer than units in the original area of Sun City Center.

Since construction began in the early 1970s, retirees from across the country have flocked to the community in search of a warm climate, an active lifestyle and low-maintenance living. The region enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a mild three-season climate that makes outdoor activity possible nearly every day of the year. This active adult community is convenient to many desirable nearby destinations that include world-renowned beaches, the culture of Tampa and the many attractions of Orlando and central Florida.

ON TOP OF THE WORLD CLEARWATER

On Top of the World in Clearwater

On Top of the World in Clearwater is a 55+ community located in Pinellas County, Florida. Active adults living in On Top of the World Clearwater enjoy a great line up of amenities that keep them social and physical all year long. There are plenty of clubs and activities that they can join to build lifelong friendships with neighbors.

This age-restricted community consists of 96 condo buildings available on a resale-only basis. Residents enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to the established homeowners’ association that takes care of exterior-home care.

TIMBER PINES

Timber Pines

Timber Pines in Spring Hill, FL enjoys a spectacular location along the Gulf Coast in the Tampa Bay area. This beautiful gated golf community is open to residents aged 55 and better, and offers an impressive array of amenities. Golf enthusiasts will feel particularly at home with four golf courses, which total 63 holes of great golf that will provide challenging and enjoyable play for any golfer, regardless of skill. Even non-golfers will appreciate the country club lifestyle, various amenities and plentiful social clubs.

While there is much to do within this 1,400-acre community, there is even more to explore in the nearby city of Tampa. From the Gulf Coast Beaches to Tampa’s fine dining, shopping and recreational attractions, there is something for everyone at Timber Pines in Spring Hill, FL.

Highland Lakes on Lake Tarpon

highland lakesHighland Lakes is a 55+ community located in Palm Harbor, Florida. This active adult neighborhood boasts great country club-style amenities along with a low-maintenance lifestyle. Built between 1977 and 1989, Highland Lakes consists of 2,454 attached villas and single-family homes. Located just northwest of Tampa, Florida, the surrounding area offers great opportunities for recreation and entertainment.

MiraBay

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Situated amidst the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay, Florida and among the scenery of the 1,300-acre Wolf Branch Creek Nature Preserve, MiraBay welcomes residents of all ages. The unique combination of low-maintenance homes, desirable amenities and a socially active lifestyle make this community appealing to most homebuyers. Here, a variety of Tampa’s most reputable builders offer single-family homes that all harmonize to create a neighborhood with pleasing coastal architecture. Upon completion, the community is expected to encompass approximately 1,700 homes.

Located on 750 lushly landscaped acres 20 miles south of Tampa, this community offers a high standard of living with resort-style amenities. With its proximity to the sea, MiraBay has boating access to the Gulf. Residents can literally go fishing, sailing or swimming from their backyards.

Valencia Lakes

Valencia Lakes in Wimauma, Florida is a 55+ community adjacent to Sun City Center. Situated just 25 miles south of Tampa, Valencia Lakes has attracted adult buyers with state-of-the-art amenities, a very active lifestyle and luxurious new construction homes at reasonable prices.

For buyers who cherish the Sun City Center location but prefer newer homes, world-class amenities and a lifestyle tailored around socially active and fitness-minded individuals, look no further than Valencia Lakes in Wimauma, Florida. With a plan for approximately 1,540 homes, this 55+ community provides a tight-knit, small town feel in a gated setting where neighbors are close friends and residents know each other by name.

GlenLakes Country Club

GlenLakes Country Club is a private master-planned community situated on 1,400 acres of native terrain that encompasses clear lakes, ancient oaks and towering pines. This gated neighborhood retains the integrity of its immaculate Nature Coast setting. Well-lit quiet streets and broad landscaped boulevards lined with palms blend into the pristine landscape and lead to welcoming individual neighborhoods of custom-designed homes and characteristic villas.

Located in proximity of St. Petersburg, Orlando and Tampa, the development is within minutes of major shopping venues, fine and casual dining establishments, and many cultural activities. A 24-hour manned gatehouse provides peace of mind by maintaining a comforting level of security. GlenLakes Country Club is open to buyers of all ages. One of the major highlights is the private golf course with its emerald fairways. Membership is available to all residents of GlenLakes Country Club.

Heritage Pines Florida

Heritage Pines is an active adult community located in Hudson, FL on the central west coast of Florida. Heritage Pines is close to beaches, great shopping, sport fishing, professional sports, and performing arts. Situated in rolling pine forests among lakes on Florida’s Nature Coast, Heritage Pines has its very own private 18-hole golf course. It winds through conservation areas with sparkling lakes and ponds. For a grand finish, the 18th hole is located on a peninsula in the lake beyond the country club.

Heritage Pines is comprised of individual, self-governing villages. In some villages homes are maintained by the association, while in others the homeowners take care of maintenance. Heritage Pines has a variety of attached and detached homes. This gated 55+ community offers the best in active adult living with a diverse array of activities and amenities.

Heritage Springs

Heritage Springs is an active adult community located in Trinity, Florida. This gated community is comprised of five individual subdivisions of single-family homes and 19 subdivisions of attached villas. Heritage Springs has its own 18-hole championship golf course, driving range, and putting area. Membership in the semi-private Heritage Springs Golf and Country Club is included with every home purchase.

Located at the edge of Pinellas, Pasco, and Hillsborough counties; Heritage Springs is close to beaches, great shopping, and wonderful restaurants. Scenic walking and biking trails, community parks, and playgrounds surround this private neighborhood. Heritage Springs in Trinity offers luxurious on-site amenities and many scheduled events.

Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club

Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club is a 55+ community, north of downtown Tampa, in sunny San Antonio, Florida. Just 25 miles away from the striking Gulf of Mexico, this gated community includes a fine assortment of single-family homes from several builders. The community is situated around 27-holes of golf and offers great amenities along with a low-maintenance lifestyle.

Wellington at Seven Hills

Wellington at Seven Hills is a beautiful 55+ community in Spring Hill, Florida. This lovely active adult neighborhood features a spacious clubhouse with plenty of amenities to support a healthy, active lifestyle. There is a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, an arts and crafts studio and much more.

There are approximately 1,100 homes within the Wellington at Seven Hills community, including exquisite single-family homes, maintenance-free patio homes and attached villas.

Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club

Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club is a gated active lifestyle community in Dade City, Florida. Homebuyers can choose from new and resale single-family homes. Located 40 miles from Tampa Bay, the surrounding area offers a multitude of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Residents enjoy the great amenities and location offered in Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club. While a membership to the golf club is not required to live within the community, a membership is required to use the amenities at Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club.

Southshore Falls

Southshore Falls in Apollo Beach, Florida offers exquisite 55+ living in one of Tampa’s most exciting neighborhoods just minutes from the beach, shopping, entertainment and more. This intimate 866-home community offers exquisite resale homes and villas at affordable prices. A community clubhouse, two lagoon-style pools, and many activities are just a sample of what Southshore Falls has to offer.

Southshore Falls is in a premier location nestled just steps from the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay. It offers the perfect blend of small-town feel with proximity to big city attractions. For buyers who cherish the Sun City Center location but prefer newer homes, world-class amenities, and a lifestyle tailored around socially active and fitness-minded individuals, look no further than Southshore Falls in Apollo Beach, Florida. This maintenance-free community provides a harmonious setting from the moment you drive through the gates. An abundance of colorful landscaping, ponds and walking trails adorn this 55+ community, making your new home feel like a world-class resort.

Del Webb Bexley

Del Webb will begin construction on a new 55+ active adult community in 2018. Named Del Webb Bexley, this community will feature a large clubhouse with many amenities and activities for residents to enjoy. An on-site lifestyle director will help to plan additional clubs, seminars, classes, and fun things for everyone to do. A homeowners’ association fee takes care of common areas and home maintenance, making sure you’ll never have to mow your lawn again. Del Webb Bexley in the Tampa Bay Area is sure to include something for everyone in Land O’Lakes, Florida.

The amenities at Del Webb Bexley will begin at the proposed 17,000 square-foot clubhouse. There will be a state-of-the-art fitness center and aerobics studio for those looking to stay in shape. It will feature a grand ballroom for throwing large events and a game room for playing cards with friends or shooting some billiards. The food and beverage center will be the perfect place to grab a quick snack. There will be an arts and crafts studio and many multi-purpose rooms for meeting with neighbors, or holding classes, seminars, and special activities.

Outdoors, there will be a resort-style swimming pool and patio. Tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts will provide many sporting opportunities for exciting competitions. An outdoor amphitheater with an event lawn will be the perfect place to see a live band play and dance in the grass on the weekends. Residents will walk or bike along the winding trails throughout the neighborhood as they visit the community gardens or dog park, taking in the beautiful parks, natural spaces, and scenic lakes on the way.

While final floor plans have yet to be released, homebuyers in Del Webb Bexley can rest assured knowing their homes are built to the highest quality with the best appointments by master homebuilder Del Webb. Construction will begin in 2018 with plans to host 850 single-family homes in this 489-acre community upon completion.

You’ll live an active lifestyle in this 55+ community thanks to the full-time activities director who will be on staff. Like any Del Webb community, there will be many resident clubs, classes, and activities for everyone to enjoy. A homeowners’ association will help you relax, knowing that the common areas and exterior maintenance of the homes will be taken care of. Take a dip in the swimming pool, try a fitness class with friends, or cultivate a new hobby in one of the many multi-purpose rooms available in the clubhouse.

Ideally situated in Land O’Lakes, Florida, Del Webb Bexley will be surrounded by daily conveniences for all of its residents. Shopping, dining, and medical services are not far away, as the community is located right off the Veterans Expressway, making it easy to get anywhere from Tampa Bay to Spring Hill. When you must travel farther away, Tampa International Airport is located just under 30 minutes from the community. Homeowners will enjoy the convenience of living a half-an-hour drive away from a big city while living in the comfortable, relaxed atmosphere of this new Del Webb active adult community in Pasco County.

Silverthorn

Silverthorn in Brooksville is a prestigious semi-private golf club community. One of the most sought-after gated neighborhoods in Hernando County, Silverthorn is home to a highly regarded 18-hole golf course designed by Joe Lee, as well as a host of other world-class amenities.

Developed between 1997 and 2011, this gated community includes a walking and biking trail system that connects to the local Suncoast Trail. Residents also have use of a secure walled lot for RV and boat parking. This community consists of a total of 801 single-family homes and attached villas.

Summertree

Summertree is a gated 55+ community in New Port Richey, Florida. This active adult community is nestled among lush landscaping with mighty oaks and tall pines. The setting provides a beautiful oasis for active adults where they can enjoy a well-appointed clubhouse, plenty of amenities, golf course views, and many social activities in this low-maintenance community.

Sea Towers

Sea Towers is a 55+ condo community in St. Petersburg, Florida. This gated active adult complex features nine high-rise condominium buildings that offer majestic views of Boca Ciega Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Sea Towers is an established age-restricted community near Tampa Bay offering resale condo units within a resort-style setting and a rich line up of amenities and activities that appeal to the active adult homebuyer.

Timber Greens

Timber Greens in New Port Richey, Florida is a deed-restricted, self-managed active adult community that was developed by U.S. Homes and Regency Communities. This gated neighborhood is comprised of 783 attached and single-family homes available on a resale-only basis. Timber Greens is especially known for its country club and 18-hole golf course. Other features of this low-maintenance community include an expansive clubhouse and well-designed homes.

The Groves Golf and Country Club

The Groves Golf and Country Club in Land O’ Lakes, Florida is a beautiful golf course community for those 55 and over just north of Tampa. Whether you’re looking for your dream retirement oasis in the Sunshine State or a winter retreat, The Groves Golf and Country Club is the perfect choice. The community offers Florida living at its best featuring equity club ownership and maintenance-free living. With just 754 homes at The Groves Golf and Country Club, residents enjoy an intimate setting where neighbors are friendly and residents know each other by name.

Bay Island

Bay Island is a 55+ condo community in South Pasadena, Florida. This gated active adult neighborhood provides residents with waterfront access as well as breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Residents of this vibrant and welcoming community enjoy a well-appointed clubhouse with great indoor and outdoor amenities as well as plenty of events that keep them socially engaged any day of the week. This community also promotes a low-maintenance lifestyle where homeowners leave the hassles of exterior home care behind and enjoy resort-style living.

Ideally situated in South Pasadena, FL, this community’s prime location offers breathtaking views. This 55+ community is close to great attractions and beaches along the Gulf Coast like Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach, and Sunset Beach. Daily conveniences like shopping, dining, and medical facilities are also nearby.

Medley at Southshore Bay

Medley at Southshore Bay is a new active adult community located in Wimauma, Florida. Offering three floor plans, homes range in size from 1,396 to 2,775 square feet and provide two or three bedrooms, two or three bathrooms, and a one to three car attached garage space. Residents will have access to a modern clubhouse with multi-purpose rooms and a tiki bar, perfect for socializing with neighbors and taking part in community events. There will also be a fitness center with an onsite actives director. Outside, residents will be able to stay in shape thanks to the swimming pool, tennis courts, and volleyball courts. There is also the a five-and-a-half acre Crystal Lagoon nearby. Located near Tampa Bay, Medley at Southshore Bay is near an assortment of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Heritage Lake

Heritage Lake is a 55+ community located in New Port Richey, Florida. This age-restricted community features great amenities, affordable low-maintenance homes, and a social environment that caters to active adults and retirees. Heritage Lake offers homebuyers a quiet setting with only 585 residences located within a lush landscape of scenic lakes and ponds. Residents of Heritage Lake enjoy living in a prime location within the Tampa Bay area that’s close to shopping, dining, medical facilities, and plenty of attractions.

Valencia del Sol

Valencia del Sol is a gorgeous, 55+ gated community in Wimauma, Florida. With an impressive collection of amenities including a high-end clubhouse, a beautiful pool area, and plenty of sport courts, Valencia del Sol offers resort-style living at its finest. A wide selection of floor plans and luxurious features allows homebuyers to personalize their residence to their preference and budget. Located in the Tampa Bay Area, the community offers residents convenient access to an assortment of shops, restaurants, and entertainment as well as beautiful Gulf Coast beaches.

Esplanade at Starkey Ranch

Esplanade at Starkey Ranch is a new active lifestyle community in Odessa, Florida. This gated neighborhood is situated on 225 acres of lush landscaping and is within the master-planned community of Starkey Ranch. Renowned builder Taylor Morrison plans to develop 517 homes in Esplanade at Starkey Ranch and will offer ten unique designs. Not only will this vibrant community have quality-built homes, but it will also provide residents with top-notch amenities to keep them active throughout the year.

Located 30 minutes from downtown Tampa, Esplanade at Starkey Ranch allows residents to have easy access to all of the big-city entertainment and attractions without having to travel too far. Homeowners will also be close to parks, trails, and nature preserves as well as have plenty of shopping and dining options.

Royal Stewart Arms

Royal Stewart Arms is a 55+ community in Dunedin, Florida. This waterfront neighborhood features eight condo buildings with a total of 449 units. Homeowners enjoy a rich lineup of indoor and outdoor amenities at the clubhouse where they can stay physically fit and social throughout the year. Residents also enjoy the beautiful landscapes as well as majestic views of the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway.

Located on Honeymoon Island, active adults are surrounded by wildlife, nature, and outdoor recreation. Honeymoon Island State Recreation Area and Pinellas County State Aquatic Preserve are just outside of the community’s entrance. Sandy beaches are plentiful in the area as well, making this vibrant age-restricted neighborhood an island paradise for active adults in the Tampa Bay area.

Village on the Green

Village on the Green is a 55+ community in Clearwater, Florida. This age-restricted neighborhood consists of 448 low-maintenance homes that come in a variety of styles for buyers to choose from such as condos, attached villas, and detached residences. Surrounded by mature trees, tropical vegetation, and well-kept grounds, homeowners will enjoy the beautiful and natural scenery in a quiet setting. The well-appointed clubhouse also provides charming amenities that keep residents physically fit and socially active any day of the week.

Boca Ciega Point

Boca Ciega Point is a gated 55+ boating community located in St. Petersburg, Florida. Boca Ciega Point appeals to the 55+ homebuyer because it offers a relaxed lifestyle with quality resale homes. The majority of homes in Boca Ciega Point have waterfront access, which caters to retirees who like boating and other water activities. This age-restricted neighborhood also has a great lineup of amenities and plenty of social activities that keep residents busy all year long.

Ideally situated in the Tampa Bay area, Boca Ciega Point is near major highways and is close to many attractions. The St. Petersburg shoreline provides many water activities like fishing, sailing, and boating. Homeowners can also visit museums, golf courses, parks, beaches, and other recreational activities that are just a few miles away.

Heather Ridge

Heather Ridge is a 55-plus community in Dunedin, Florida. It features low-maintenance attached homes and condos. Heather Ridge has several private amenities, including multiple swimming pools and shuffleboard courts. Located in just outside Tampa and St. Petersburg, residents at Heather Ridge will have no lack of options when it comes to enjoying their retirement.

Pinehurst Village

Pinehurst Village is a condo community in Dunedin, Florida. It consists of 240 condos that were constructed from 1973 to 1976 and continually updated since. There are six shuffleboard courts and a pool outside a community clubhouse. Less than half-an-hour away from Clearwater and Tampa Bay, this 55+ active adult community is near shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities.

Encore at Fishhawk Ranch

Encore at Fishhawk Ranch is a new 55+ community coming to the Tampa Bay area in Florida. This gated active adult neighborhood, located within the master-planned community of Fishhawk Ranch, is being developed by David Weekley Homes and will consist of 240 single-family homes at completion. Homebuyers will enjoy the beautiful single-story designs and low-maintenance exteriors that cater to active adults in this welcoming environment. The community also has a private clubhouse full of world-class amenities for 55+ residents as well as a long list of social activities and an on-site activities director.

Located in Lithia, FL, active adults will enjoy everyday conveniences nearby such as shopping, dining, and attractions. Major roadways are close by so driving around town is a breeze, and Tampa is just 40 minutes away for additional entertainment and recreation.

Beacon Lakes

Beacon Lakes is a 55+ community located in New Port Richey, Florida. Active adults enjoy resort-style amenities and a low-maintenance lifestyle in this charming age-restricted neighborhood. Beacon Lakes is an established community with 210 condo units, some of which enjoy waterfront views. Residents have plenty of activities and clubs they can join, which allows them to socialize and build friendships with neighbors.

Located in New Port Richey, Beacon Lakes provides a great location close to everyday conveniences. Homeowners have easy access to major roads, shopping, dining, attractions, and Tampa International Airport.

Edgewater Arms

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Edgewater Arms in Dunedin, Florida is a waterfront 55+ condominium community located on Florida’s Gulf of Mexico. Residents enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle along with great amenities and scenic water views. Situated in the Tampa Bay area, residents of Edgewater Arms enjoy an area with shopping, dining, and entertainment conveniently located near the community.

Edgewater Arms consists of 209 low-maintenance condo units spread throughout four high-rise buildings available on a resale-only basis. Units range from approximately 620 to 1,505 square feet of living space with one to two bedrooms, one to two bathrooms, and assigned parking in a covered parking lot. These units were built in the early to mid 1970s; however, many of the units have been updated in the last few years with newer furnishings.

Cascades at Southern Hills

Cascades at Southern Hills

Situated among rolling hills in Brooksville, Florida, Cascades at Southern Hills is an age-restricted community ideally situated within an hour of Tampa. This gated neighborhood is part of the larger, all ages master-planned community of Southern Hills Plantation. Cascades was originally started in 2005 by Levitt & Sons and completed approximately 50 homes by 2007 before filing for bankruptcy. Other builders in Cascades at Southern Hills included Lennar Homes and Oak Crest Homes. All homes are available on a resale-only basis.

Southern Hills in Brooksville, FL is situated 45 minutes north of Tampa. Major highways nearby include I-75 and Suncoast Expressway. Tampa has some of the best shopping, dining, sports, and cultural activities that Florida has to offer. National parks in the area include Mutual Mine Recreation Area, Withlachoochee State Forest, and Chassahowitska National Wildlife Refuge.

Key Vista Villas

Key Vista VillasKey Vista Villas is a beautiful 55+ community in Holiday, Florida. This age-restricted neighborhood of villa homes is located within the master-planned community Key Vista. Key Vista offers world-class amenities between two clubhouses as well as a vibrant social environment for all homeowners. A lush landscape, tree-lined streets, ponds, and manicured lawns are the backdrop of this scenic residential setting that active adults will love to call home.

Located in Holiday, Florida, Key Vista Villas is close to many attractions and daily necessities. Outdoor enthusiasts will love all of the parks and recreational facilities nearby such as Key Vista Nature Park and Holiday Recreation Complex. Major roads are easily accessible for driving around town quickly. Downtown Holiday has a Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, post office, retail shops and a variety of restaurants.

Villas of Lake Arbor

Villas of Lake ArborVillas of Lake Arbor is a 55+ community in Clearwater, Florida. This charming active adult neighborhood is nestled among mature oak trees within a tranquil lakefront setting. With just 121 residences, homebuyers can choose from either condos or attached villas that come in a variety of styles that are sure to meet their tastes and budget. An affordable monthly homeowners’ association (HOA) fee handles exterior home maintenance, which allows residents more time to explore new hobbies or socialize at the clubhouse with friends.

Patrician Oaks

Patrician OaksPatrician Oaks is a 55+ active adult condo community in Dunedin, Florida. With 120 units, this community offers a clubhouse and a pool all just minutes away from many gulf beaches. A homeowners’ association takes care of all the exterior home maintenance, which means residents have more time to explore the area filled with many opportunities for dining, shopping, and entertainment.

Patrician Oaks lets homeowners live a quiet and relaxed lifestyle. The buildings are maintained by the homeowners association, which means residents have more time to do the things they enjoy rather than taking care of their homes. Each home features sliding doors that open onto a private balcony. There are many walking trails near the community, making getting out for fresh air easy.

Cambridge at Villages of Avalon

Cambridge at Villages of AvalonCambridge at Villages of Avalon is a new active lifestyle community in Spring Hill, Florida. Located within the larger Villages of Avalon community, residents will have access to all amenities at the spacious clubhouse just down the street. Homeowners can choose from four distinct floor plans being offered by D.R. Horton. With just 78 single-family homes, Cambridge at Villages of Avalon offers a quiet, close-knit community conveniently located a short drive away from beaches, cities, and daily conveniences.

Harbor Oaks Place

Harbor Oaks PlaceHarbor Oaks Place is a 55+ condo community in Clearwater, FL. This age-restricted neighborhood consists of 70 units within a high-rise building. Homeowners can enjoy scenic sunset views from their private balcony as well as charming amenities. Located in the downtown area of Clearwater allows residents to have easy access to shopping, dining, and a variety of attractions. They are also within walking distance to a waterfront dock and Clearwater Bay for fishing activities and picturesque views.

Bridgewater Landing

Bridgewater LandingBridgewater Landing is a new 55+ community being built by Sunrise Signature Homes in Riverview, Florida. Upon completion there will be 36 attached homes and 28 single-family homes with a variety of floorplans and options available. Residents will have access to a clubhouse with multi-purpose rooms and an outdoor pool and patio. Residents of Bridgewater Landing will enjoy a prime location near Interstate 75 and downtown Tampa, but will be far enough to enjoy the tranquility of this active adult community.

Heather Hills Villas

Heather Hills VillasHeather Hills Villas is an active adult community located in Dunedin, FL. The community consists of 64 attached homes and features a low-maintenance lifestyle. Residents of the community have access to several private amenities, including a clubhouse, outdoor pool, and shuffleboard courts. Conveniently located in the Tampa area, retirees love being in a hot spot for active adults.

There are several social groups and community events held throughout the community. The homeowners’ association covers outside maintenance including lawn mowing and irrigation. While residents’ lawns are being tended to they can spend time with family and friends or at the clubhouse.