Explore Florida’s Best Communities
Oh, Florida: Sunshine, sea, and plenty to see and do. Florida might be known as the go-to retirement state, but there’s a reason for it. Why not spend the best years of your life in an incredible place to live? Read on for why people relocate and retire in Florida to learn if it might be the right place for you.
Why live in a Florida community?
Florida is famous as a beach destination and a retirement location—but it’s more than meets the eye. Florida offers unbeatable nature access, year-round short-sleeve weather, and a pace of living that’s comfortable and accessible for families and retirees alike.
What are the benefits of living in Florida?
There are many reasons people choose to relocate to or retire in Florida. For one, the cost of living is hard to beat. There’s no state income tax, and property prices are notably reasonable.
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- Relaxed pace of life: Florida isn’t an island, but it’s a-okay to operate on island time here. The sunshine and friendly demeanor of Floridians means that you’re free to take your time, enjoy yourself, and live life in the present.
- Warm weather: Sunshine is abundant in Florida, so no matter what city you choose, you’re sure to get your dose of Vitamin D and feel comfortable, all year long. No snow shovels in sight, no heavy jackets and gloves. Just you and mild weather.
- Low taxes and cost of living: Florida has no state income tax, which is a major draw for many who are relocating here. But beyond taxes, Florida is also known for a low and reasonable cost of living.
- Entertainment and arts: Hello, Disney World! Of course, there’s much more to the state than “The Most Magical Place On Earth.” Florida is filled with entertainment for all ages. Visit Art Basel in Miami each year to see fine art from around the world. Attend concerts outside. See art deco design speckled throughout town. Florida isn’t short on vibrant color and fun.
- Outdoor activities: Florida’s coastlines provide opportunity for endless water activity—and the views aren’t bad either. Go kayaking at first light in Naples, stroll along the beach in the Keys, or take a hike while spotting wildlife in the Everglades.
- National and state parks: Speaking of the Everglades, Florida is home to many national and state parks. Have you visited Dry Tortugas National Park, the only national park made mostly of water? Or lounged on the white sandy beaches of Key Biscayne? These destinations, which many consider once-in-a-lifetime vacations, are a long weekend for Florida residents.
Ready to live the Florida lifestyle?
There are so many communities to choose from in Florida—but don’t let the options intimidate you in your search. Browse the options below to learn more and get a taste of what Florida communities have to offer. You might opt for a larger city like Orlando or Miami, or you could choose a smaller location like Venice or Pembroke Pines.
When you see some Florida communities that look interesting to you, use the information request form to contact a local expert from each. You can ask questions about the community, chat with someone living there, and get a feel for the lifestyle. You can even get the nitty gritty details, like nearby health care facilities, clubs and activities offered, and other details a local real estate representative can help you with.
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Villages of Citrus Hills
Terra Vista is Florida’s premier master-planned community featuring incredible resort-style retirement living just minutes from the spectacular Gulf Coast. This amenity-rich community is set in unique surroundings characterized by rolling hills, towering oaks, and moderating Gulf breezes.
The Villages of Citrus Hills stands as a truly unique departure from the traditional Florida lifestyle experience. Citrus Hills is amenity-rich, resort- style living, at its finest. The community is set in unique surroundings characterized by rolling hills, with an elevation up to 260 feet, towering oaks, and incredible landscaping. While one of the highest elevations in Florida the community is just miles from the Gulf of Mexico. Terra Vista at Citrus Hills offers a beautiful selection of customizable, single-family homes with a wide variety of world-class amenities just minutes from your door including: championship golf, first-class tennis, private dining and a spectacular spa and fitness complex.
At Citrus Hills you’ll discover Skyview, the region’s most elaborate country club, along with two other challenging 18-hole golf courses, two tennis centers, private restaurants and a 50,000-square- foot Spa and Fitness Center. Best of all Citrus Hills blends suburban charm with easy access to cosmopolitan Tampa Bay, Orlando and Ocala, so you are close to everything you want, yet far enough away from what you don’t want.
The Villages of Citrus Hills offers customizable single-family homes and detached villas from $400,000 – $1.5 million in a choice of beautiful neighborhoods designed to accommodate a wide variety of tastes and needs.
The Villages of Citrus Hills unquestionably is one of the Southeast’s most exciting resort-lifestyle opportunities. You must see it to believe it.
Briarwood
Step into this active 55+ community just minutes from the beach in Port Orange, Florida and be amazed at how affordable a resort lifestyle can be! You?ll discover friendly people, luxury amenities and homes for sale and rent. Our community offers a year-round calendar of social events planned by our Activity Director, two beautiful clubhouses, heated pool, lake for fishing, and so much more. Briarwood is among the award-winning family of Thesman Communities proudly offering affordable resort living since 1980.
Management and Sales offices are still open 7 days a week, 8-5. Please contact us for more information.
Virtual Tours now available! Feel free to watch our video playlist below. You can navigate to the next video by simply clicking the button to the right of the “share” icon.
Homes are shown by appointment only and social distancing and hygiene guidelines are strictly adhered to. Safety is our priority.
Also check out our other Thesman Communities:
Briarwood
Las Palmas
Las Palmas Grand
Las Vegas Meadows
Palmas Del Sol
Palmas Del Sol East
Sunrise Village
Village Green
The Preserve at La Paloma
The Preserve at La Paloma is the perfect place to relax or play in year-round sun, leaving cold winters behind. Move to the climate that never comes between you and a round of golf — and where your snow shovel will never be needed again.
This exclusive 55+ enclave of just 104 homesites is ideally situated in vibrant Sun City Center, Florida. It’s a securely gated community with lawn maintenance included where you can enjoy resort-style amenities like pool, spa, clubhouse, pickleball and more. Residents can choose from Mattamy Homes’ collection of versatile, space-efficient single-family or attached villa floorplans. Each design offers style and convenience via flowing space and useful features.
The Preserve is near a thriving, golf cart-friendly town full of social activities, conveniences, dining, shopping and medical care. Nearby highways lead to more adventure. Spend weekends exploring award-winning beaches, the arts of Sarasota and the championship sports action of Tampa — plus all the cultural, culinary and recreational delights in between.
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Latitude Margaritaville Daytona
With 23 miles of sun-soaked shoreline and endless entertainment, Daytona Beach is a place where every day feels like an escape. Now you can claim a piece of paradise at Latitude Margaritaville-Daytona Beach, the 55-and-better community where fun and relaxation meet.
Just seven miles from the shore, Latitude Margaritaville-Daytona Beach is a master planned community that allows you to make the most of your time. Enjoy the cabanas at the expansive Paradise Pool, with a poolside bar and grill, or take the free shuttle to the private beach club, with front row seats to the Atlantic Ocean. At Latitude Town Center, you’ll find the fully outfitted fitness center, a relaxed restaurant and bar, a theater, and a bandshell in the middle of the town square, where live music and dancing is a fixture of the night life. And just outside the community gates is a 200,000-square-foot retail space for all your shopping needs.
There are three different home collections at Latitude Margaritaville-Daytona Beach; the new construction, single-level cottages, villas, and single-family homes each come in a variety of floor plans to give you the space you’re looking for. Villas and single-family homes come with a large lanai, where you have the option of installing a pool, whereas cottages have porches that can be screened in.
Life in Daytona Beach is as vibrant and fun as the residents at Latitude Margaritaville. The Daytona International Speedway keeps your adrenaline pumping, while the myriad of festivals, celebrating everything from art and music to motorcycles and Jeeps, create a real sense of community. At Latitude Margaritaville-Daytona Beach, life is easy, neighbors are friends, and the party never ends.
Active 55+ Resort Village Green
Affordable 55+ Luxury Living
Welcome to Village Green, where you’ll find luxury living at an affordable price. Village Green is an active 55+ adult community with a wide selection of pre-owned homes from the $30’s, a multi-million dollar clubhouse, a full-time Activities Director, friendly people, and the finest in resort amenities. Whether you’re looking for the best value in retirement, or simply a place to live life a little easier near the water, you’ll find it a Village Green. Visit us and see why so many of our residents say it’s like being on vacation all year long.
Village Green is among the award-winning family of Thesman Communities proudly offering affordable resort living since 1980.
Additional Amenities Include:
Full-Time Activities Director, Year-Round Activities, Fitness Center, Ballroom, Billiards, Arts and Crafts, Courtesy Shuttle Bus, Pet Park, and Bike to Bay.
Management and Sales offices are still open 7 days a week, 8-5. Please contact us for more information.
Virtual Tours now available! Feel free to watch our video playlist below. You can navigate to the next video by simply clicking the button to the right of the “share” icon.
Homes are shown by appointment only and social distancing and hygiene guidelines are strictly adhered to. Safety is our priority.
Also check out our other Thesman Communities:
Briarwood
Las Palmas
Las Palmas Grand
Las Vegas Meadows
Palmas Del Sol
Palmas Del Sol East
Sunrise Village
Village Green
Shell Point Retirement Community
THE BEST PLACE TO BE
Shell Point® is an award-winning lifecare retirement resort located along the Caloosahatchee River in Fort Myers, Florida just minutes from Sanibel Island and the Gulf of Mexico. When you retire at Shell Point, you have the comfort of knowing that your needs will be taken care of – both now and in the years to come.
RECREATION FOR EVERYONE
Shell Point offers an unparalleled lifestyle in an unparalleled waterfront setting. For those who enjoy exploring Florida’s waterways, there’s boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing. For sport and fitness fans there is Shell Point’s championship golf course, four Har-Tru tennis courts, five pickleball courts, a bocce court, fitness centers with trained professionals and four heated swimming pools. Nature lovers will enjoy the boardwalks, bridges, bike paths and miles of walking trails. Residents who are interested in gardening enjoy individual garden plots, a lovely rose garden, and a fully-equipped orchid greenhouse and a butterfly garden.
ARTFUL LIVING
No other community offers the variety of outlets for creativity and personal expression that are available at Shell Point. Shell Point provides extensive craft and hobby facilities, including a complete woodworking shop, lapidary room, train room for miniature train enthusiasts, digital photography lab, modern pottery and ceramics studio, and an art studio with classes for beginners as well as advanced artists in a variety of media. Performing arts are enjoyed through choral ensembles, a jazz band, and multiple musical groups for participants at all levels.
DISCOVER SHELL POINT
Discover for yourself what residents of Shell Point already know – that Shell Point is the perfect place for retirement living – all in a resort-style setting. Shell Point offers private appointments with a tour of the community. Schedule your visit by calling (239) 466-1131, press 1 for Sales.
PGA Village Verano
PGA Village Verano is a gated, new home community in Port St. Lucie, FL. This neighborhood features nineteen unique floorplans ranging from 2- to 4-Bedrooms and a wide range of personalization options.
PGA Village Verano’s clubhouse, Club Talavera, is the centerpiece of the community. Residents enjoy access to resort-style amenities that include South Florida’s largest, private Pickleball Center featuring 27 courts. The Talavera Fitness Center includes an Indoor Pool with Lap Lanes & Spa; Locker Rooms with Saunas; Cardio Studio; full strength training & cardio center; Tennis, Bocce and Basketball courts; and a resort-style outdoor pool with cabanas and sundeck. As the only master-planned, new home community affiliated with the PGA Golf Club, our residents enjoy golf cart access and special privileges to our award-winning neighbor. The Talavera Social Club is the perfect place to gather, and features Billiards & Card rooms, Lounge, Library, Demonstration Kitchen, Arts & Crafts Studio and Ballroom with Catering Kitchen. Our full-time Lifestyle Director keeps the social calendar full of activities and events.
Telaro at Tradition
If you’re an active adult looking for an age-55+ community in Florida, Telaro at Tradition in Port St. Lucie might be the perfect place for you.
Industry leader Mattamy Homes is building Telaro at Tradition, which will eventually include more than 400 luxury single-level residences. All are being constructed to the highest energy-efficient standards and offer a variety of customizable options. Comfortable villa designs in the Serenity Collection offer nearly 1,900 square feet of living space. Suppose you need a larger single-family home for visiting family and friends. In that case, the Tranquility Collection features four distinctive floor plans, while the Oasis Collection homes offer three large bedrooms with three full baths.
While part of the growing Tradition master-planned community, Telaro residents have their own private clubhouse, poolside cafe and market, fitness center, and courts for tennis and pickleball. In addition, Telaro homeowners have direct access to the Tradition community’s unique T Trail, a 20-mile multimodal network with dedicated paths for walking and biking, plus South Florida’s first autonomous shuttle service. Tradition also features a variety of on-site dining, entertainment, and lifestyle amenities, including top-rated healthcare services at Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital. The lively Port St. Lucie area offers retail shopping, championship golf courses, and waterways just outside the gates for scenic sunset cruises.
Find out if Telaro at Tradition is the destination you’ve always dreamed of by requesting more information below.
Babcock Ranch
All towns aren’t created equal. In fact, most towns aren’t created at all. They just happen. The decade of careful planning that preceded the first turn of a shovel at Babcock Ranch is just one of the countless ways Babcock Ranch sets itself apart. With a seamless melding of modern technology and timeless hometown charm – all nestled within expansive natural spaces – America’s first solar-powered town provides a whole new way of life.
Ave Maria
Ave Maria is an award-winning master-planned community that combines an active lifestyle with the charm and friendliness of a small town in the Gulf Coast region of southwestern Florida. The Collier County community encompasses multiple residential neighborhoods, schools, a town center with shopping and dining, office space, business parks, and recreational amenities located 20 minutes east of Interstate 75 near Naples, Immokalee and Bonita Springs.
One of the best-selling communities in the nation, Ave Maria features a resort-style water park and two expansive community parks with picnic areas, sports fields, playgrounds, tennis, bocce and pickleball courts. Residents also have access to quality K-12 education, 100 miles of nature, hiking and biking paths, a dog park, a fitness center, 2 championship 18-hole golf courses, and much more.
Real estate options within Ave Maria include several family-friendly neighborhoods of homes in a variety of styles- from single-family homes to condominiums, plus the Del Webb Naples 55+ active adult community
Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake
Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is an age-55+ community for active adults and retirees who want to enjoy a healthy lifestyle in one of Florida’s most prestigious locations.
The Kolter Homes at Cresswind Palm Beach offer customizable designs in a variety of choices with two to four bedrooms and two-car garages. The single-level options with distinctive floor plans range in size from 2,100 to more than 4,000 total square feet of living space. All feature energy-saving air-conditioning systems and appliances.
The amenities at Cresswind Palm Beach are designed to promote an active lifestyle for better all-around health. Outdoor facilities include a resort-style pool with sundeck, a resistance pool and spa, and sports courts for pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball. Wide walkways for sunny strolls include stops at two community dog parks and the event lawn. Inside the private clubhouse, you’ll find a complete fitness center with cardio-workout equipment and yoga classes, an art studio, and an activity director who organizes social activities and interest clubs that strengthen community connections.
Located between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens, Cresswind Palm Beach residents have easy access to the Westlake Adventure Park, as well as local markets, restaurants, and medical clinics. Beautiful Florida beaches, nature preserves, state parks, and championship golf courses are all nearby, along with the popular cultural attractions and upscale shops of West Palm Beach.
Requesting more information below is your first step towards enjoying the sunny Florida lifestyle offered by Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake.
On Top of the World Communities
Renowned for beautiful homes and unrivaled active and social amenities, On Top of the World in Ocala, FL, is truly a leader in creating quality lifestyles.
A world of opportunities to relax and enjoy life-while staying active with both body and mind-is waiting for you at On Top of the World.
Repeatedly named one of the best places in the country to live by Where to Retire magazine, this 13,000 acre master-planned community appeals to active adults looking for a fabulous lifestyle and well-designed, beautifully appointed homes. Surrounded by central Florida’s celebrated horse country and crystal clear springs, On Top of the World is close to everything, yet far from the ordinary.
Here’s a taste of what you’ll find at On Top of the World:
• Concrete-block, energy-efficient home designs
• Several different communities and neighborhoods available featuring single family, maintenance-free and luxury estate homes, many with golf or preserve homesites
• Three, par-72 golf courses with PGA and LPGA professionals on staff
• Over 250,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities
• Community Town Square with indoor entertainment venue, fitness center and lifelong learning programming at Master the Possibilities Education Center.
• And much more!
Wildlight
A new kind of Lowcountry Living
You might say that Wildlight is where the beachy vibe of Amelia Island and the culture of Jacksonville meet in the middle—with each destination a mere 20 minutes in either direction. But it’s so much more than that. It’s a community that focuses on both walkability and wellness—where a short stroll or bike ride can lead you to your favorite ice cream shop, hair salon, burger spot, or Publix supermarket. And a UF Health and YMCA are right in the neighborhood.
We’re now selling at Del Webb Wildlight, a special place within this unique community for residents 55+. This gated neighborhood features luxury single-story, low-maintenance homes starting in the $300s, along with a dedicated clubhouse, private resort-style pool and more.
Don’t miss our remaining houses, from townhomes to single-family options, in Forest Park and Founder’s Park neighborhoods. Be sure to check out our latest neighborhood, Hawthorn Park, where Pulte Homes is about to begin selling bungalows and village homes.
A town, in nature
You’ll find that what has been preserved at Wildlight is every bit as important to the community as what has been developed. Over 10 miles of scenic nature trails wind through neighborhoods and take you into the town center. And hundreds of acres of the community has been set aside for permanent conservation—with wetlands, parks and trails putting the great outdoors steps from your front door.
Aspire at Marion Oaks
Aspire at Marion Oaks will differ from traditional new-home communities by featuring multiple single-family homesites across a wide expanse of Ocala, FL. Enjoy all the benefits of beautiful new construction homes. Each home is offered in one of our new interior design Looks, Farmhouse, Loft or Elements for on-trend style in your new home. Marion Oaks homeowners also enjoy having access to amenities, district schools, and the Marion Oaks Public Library. Situated within 10 minutes of dining and shopping options, residents don’t have to travel far from home for basic necessities. With major modes of transportation nearby like Interstate 75, residents are close to nearby cities and communities like Gainesville and The Villages. With proximity to Orlando International Airport and Tampa International Airport, homeowners can travel out of state with ease.
Waterset by Newland
Waterset by Newland is a master-planned community located in Apollo Beach, just 16 miles south of downtown Tampa. Our community features new homes from top homebuilders, in a variety of sizes and styles. With a range of amenities, including 12 miles of trails, resort-style pools, parks, clubhouses, fitness centers, sports courts, an onsite cafe and more, no two days feel the same. And community events throughout the year make it easy to make new friends and experience the welcoming nature of our residents. Our vibrant, inclusive way of life makes this a one-of-a-kind community where everyone feels right at home. And every day is a chance to feel the magic of Waterset.
Brightmore at Wellen Park
Coming in late 2023, Brightmore will bring a vibrant brand of active and spirited 55+ living to the top master-planned destination of Wellen Park in Venice, FL. Brightmore will be a fresh new 55+ new home neighborhood that is rooted in well-being, new possibilities and a sense of community.
Stylish paired villa and single-family homes will be complemented by resort-inspired amenities in a gated, low-maintenance setting that is surrounded by the Wellen Park lifestyle, and just a short drive away from world-class beaches, shopping, dining and exciting experiences.
Cresswind Lakewood Ranch
Whether you’re retiring or continuing to work remotely, Cresswind Lakewood Ranch is an age-55+ community for active adults who want to live and play in southwest Florida’s most enticing location.
Cresswind Lakewood Ranch is a gated community with its own private clubhouse that includes the Cresswind SmartFIT Training Center with cardio studio, a lounge, a game room, and an arts & crafts studio. The community activity director organizes interest club meetings and social events. Outdoor exercise can be enjoyed in the resort-style, resistance, and spa pools or on the pickleball, tennis, and bocce ball courts.
In addition, Cresswind residents have access to all of the amenities and services in the surrounding Lakewood Ranch master-planned community, including golf courses, a polo club, village centers with shops, restaurants, and medical offices, and so much more.
New single-family residences by Kolter Homes in Cresswind Lakewood Ranch offer luxurious style in 20 different models that range from just over 2,100 to more than 4,400 total square feet of living space. All of the designs have spacious great rooms for entertaining and two-car-garages, while many can be customized to add a bedroom or home office.
In addition to the convenient Lakewood Ranch amenities, Cresswind residents have access to all of the top-rated medical centers, cultural attractions, fine-dining restaurants, and year-round festival events in the nearby Sarasota-Bradenton area. The region’s finest Gulf Coast beaches are just a short drive away.
Request more information below and discover why Cresswind Lakewood Ranch may be the ideal Florida destination for you.
WaterSong at RiverTown
WaterSong offers a truly unique take on active 55+ living. As a charmingly styled and self-contained neighborhood, WaterSong is designed in harmony with the rest of master-planned RiverTown. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind setting on the banks of the St. Johns River, with gently lapping waves and ancient oaks beckoning you for a kayak ride, pier fishing session or amphitheater concert.
Two separate amenity complexes — RiverHouse and RiverClub — offer fitness, dining, social and recreational options, with pools, playgrounds, parks and trails galore. WaterSong also has its own exclusive, resort-style amenity center featuring a fitness center, social room, pool, hot tub, fire put, pickleball court, events lawn and more — plus a full-time activities director to lead the fun.
Within this gated, low-maintenance community, you can choose from thoughtfully designed villas or single-family homes. Our splendid variety of exterior styles and convenient features make everyday living more spacious, stylish and fun.
K. Hovnanians Four Seasons at Orlando
K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Orlando is a 55+ community in Kissimmee, Florida. This active adult community is situated within the 600-acre Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club, offering a championship golf course, recreation, and an array of amenities and activities.
Residents of K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Orlando enjoy exclusive amenities and resort-style living year-round. Planned amenities include a 12,000-square-foot clubhouse with a swimming pool, fitness center, a card room, arts & crafts room, and more. There are plenty of ways to stay active outdoors, with an abundance of sidewalks for walking, tennis, and pickleball courts.
This ideal location offers easy access to major roadways, shopping, dining, theme parks, and the entertainment attractions of Orlando. Everyday conveniences such as grocery stores, cafes, and healthcare facilities are just down the street in the prestigious town of Celebration. Homebuyers may select from 5 low-maintenance home designs with up to 2,445 square feet.
K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Parkland
Welcome to K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Parkland, a new active adult 55+ community in South Florida offering 14 unique ranch-style home designs. Enjoy an all-inclusive, resort-at-home lifestyle with access to countless amenities and activities.
Residents can take advantage of the community’s 24,000 sq-ft. clubhouse, fondly known as The Club, which features a state-of-the-art fitness center, multiple rooms for cards, billiards, and ping-pong, and full-size ballroom for events, complete with a catering kitchen.
Located in sunny Parkland, Florida, residents can also enjoy outdoor activities year-round. Take a dip in the tropical beach-entry pool or experience the heated spa. Get a great session of exercise on one of five lighted tennis courts and three pickleball courts. Plus, with a full-time lifestyle director on-site, there are always social events and outings so you can get to know your neighbors and enjoy the fun together. Experience the best of active adult 55+ living together with South Florida’s natural beauty.
Live Sarasota
With over 30 years of combined experience, Irv and Leslie Rothschild of LiveSarasota are the experts on finding real estate that fits your needs and price range in the Sarasota area.
Fantastic weather year-round, thriving culture, and beautiful beaches all make the Sarasota area one of the hottest real estate markets in the country with homebuyers of all ages.
Lakewood Ranch, a sprawling master-planned community just outside of Sarasota proper, is the selling community in the country. It truly offers everything you could possibly need, from schools and medical centers to multiple country clubs and a busy Main Street district.
The LiveSarasota team can show you different homes and builders in Lakewood Ranch, or even expand your horizons elsewhere across the greater Sarasota area.
As far as things to do, the city itself has something for everyone. Art lovers will fall for the beautiful Ringling Museum of Art, with Rubens, Velazquez, Bernini, and more pieces. Both the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature and the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium fill science enthusiasts with wonder. Theater and music are alive at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, the Players Centre, and the near dozen other venues and theaters across the city. Innumerable culinary experiences will start your night on the town right or end your day at the beach on a high note.
It’s clear why Sarasota continues to draw new residents every year. As buyer’s agents, Irv and Leslie Rothschild and the team at LiveSarasota aim to make finding your dream home an easy and enjoyable process.
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Vistera of Venice
Introducing Vistera, a new, more active, meaningful, and connected gated community located in Venice, Florida, the “City on the Gulf,” named one of Coastal Living’s “Best Places to Live on the Coast” in 2020 and “Happiest Seaside Towns in America” in 2015.
Discover classic inspiration perfectly blended with a modern mindset in a tranquil setting. Experience the welcoming Florida climate and Gulf Coast breezes. Enjoy active, sophisticated resort-inspired amenities and a perfect location in Venice with access to miles of beaches, a charming downtown, abundant outdoor water and park recreation, Myakka River State Park, and major medical and professional employers.
This exciting, new, gated, master-planned community that’s both refreshing and welcoming for everyone. Brought to you by the acclaimed local developer Neal Land & Neighborhoods, Vistera of Venice features the nation’s most respected and trusted builders: M/I Homes, David Weekley Homes, and Neal Communities. The new construction floorplan designs include single-family one- and two-story homes and villas. Phase 1 (of 2) includes 124 villa homes and 267 single-family homes. Surprising is the lushly landscaped main boulevard with a streetscape of rear-garage access homes.
At home in Vistera, the stylishly designed amenity architecture is complemented by rich colors and textures in the interiors, embracing residents and visitors in a warm and welcoming ambiance. The verdant outdoor landscaping, layered with natural greens and brightly-colored plantings and foliage, evokes a serene garden-like backdrop to the club. Imagine your day here. Choose to start with a workout at the modern fitness center, followed by a refreshing swim in the resort-inspired pool. Meet with friends and neighbors at the club’s lounge, at one of the expansive shaded porches, the game room, or at the outdoor fireplace conversation area. Altogether, a sophisticated yet casual community social and recreational club environment.
Venice’s namesake is known for its architecture, beautiful squares, and the many bridges that grace the canals, providing a connection for the residents to each other and their surroundings. Our Venice, known as the “City on the Gulf,” was named one of Coastal Living’s “Best Places to Live on the Coast” in 2020 and “Happiest Seaside Towns in America” in 2015.
Palmer Ranch – Sarasota
You will find an abundance of recreational activities, beautiful country club living, well kept tree-lined neighborhoods, and the top-ranked beach in the U.S.A, Siesta Key, make the Sarasota area, Palmer Ranch, Lakewood Ranch, and the barrier islands of Siesta Key, Longboat Key, and Lido Key some of the finest retirement destinations anywhere in the country. Palmer Ranch is Sarasota’s largest master-planned community and is just a short 10-15 minute drive from white sand beaches, water activities such as fishing or boating, the beautiful theaters, and the cozy downtown area with many fantastic restaurants to choose from. We have several major league spring training sites in the area, and professional football and hockey just a short 45 drive up the freeway in nearby Tampa. Lakewood Ranch is the #1 rated master-planned community in the U.S.A. and is just 20-25 minutes from all of the Sarasota area’s best attractions, beaches and the Sarasota/Bradenton International airport. Palmer Ranch and Lakewood Ranch provide buyers with many unique neighborhoods to choose from, with a wide range of lifestyle choices, from maintenance-free villas to condominiums to elaborate country club estates and beautiful single-family homes, all nestled into the natural Florida landscape. Numerous scenic parks, bike, and walking trails, and the Legacy Trail, a nature-based 10-mile trail system, invite residents to the outdoors.
When considering where to retire, not only does the Sarasota area offer a year-round active lifestyle, best-in-class medical facilities, and easy accessibility via international airports; it is rich in lifestyle diversity, green spaces, and the smell of the ocean in the air. Come explore Sarasota with us, there is something here for everyone to love to come home to.
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Oakland Park
Oakland Park is everything Florida living should be. With picturesque scenery and close proximity to Winter Garden, it is the perfect balance of modern conveniences and old Florida charm. Our preservation of the natural surroundings and the area’s history, character, and craftsmanship create a stunning sanctuary that you’ll want to call home.
Located just off the West Orange Trail and minutes from downtown Winter Garden, Oakland Park is Florida the way it should be – a blending of water, majestic trees, and a classic, small-town feel. It’s hard to imagine that a place so quaint is just minutes from Winter Garden and the excitement of Orlando. You truly can have the best of many worlds here at Oakland Park.
No matter where you are in Oakland Park, you are not far from a park, pool, or trail. Oakland Park amenities beckon families and friends to gather and enjoy the great outdoors, take in the vast shoreline or relax in the afternoon breeze. For those seeking shelter, the Oakland Park Clubhouse can be thought of as an extension of their own living room, a quiet nook for reading, or a festive setting for family and friends.
Oakland Park homes are inspired by historic styles and old-Florida charm and built by highly regarded regional builders. Design features such as outward-facing interiors and rear-facing garages provide a pedestrian-friendly feel, while large front porches encourage interaction between neighbors and create an organic feeling as if the community developed over several decades. And if you desire something different, our available homesites and options allow you the variety to satisfy your own personal tastes and practical needs.
North River Ranch
Modern living meets hometown warmth in North River Ranch. Located near Bradenton in North Manatee County, Florida, this is an ultra-walkable, highly-amenitized award-winning 2,600-acre new home community. A dynamic new lifestyle for the whole family with an abundance of amenities, outdoor recreation, and activities. Thoughtfully planned tree-lined neighborhoods with high-tech, energy-efficient new homes from acclaimed national and regional home builders. Schools, a future health and wellness-focused comprehensive medical center with hospital and a mixed-use residential, commercial and retail layout, Market Walk grocery shopping with everyday conveniences are all within walking and biking distance from home.
Lakewood Ranch
Live the Florida lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of—with 20+ villages, each featuring distinctive homes, amenities, and features, Lakewood Ranch is designed to support every aspect of your life. New homes include townhomes, condos, attached villas, single-family homes and estates, with prices from the $300s to over $1 million.
We set out to build a community that is more than just the homes it’s made up of. Here you’ll find all the shopping, dining, entertainment, education, healthcare, nature, and recreational options you could want to make the most out of every day. And the best part is that it’s all already here. You don’t have to envision it—you can simply start living it.
Our 40% open space plan and mixed-use component work together to provide each village on The Ranch with easy access to parks, trails, and recreational opportunities like three town centers, a sports campus featuring pickleball, Sarasota Polo Club and The Farmers’ Market.
Just beyond our backyard you can enjoy Sarasota's white sand beaches and arts scene, Tampa’s sports teams, and quick access to four airports.
ideal-LIVING has named Lakewood Ranch Best Health and Fitness Community and Best Golf Community. Lakewood Ranch has also earned the spot as the #1 best-selling community in the U.S. for all ages for five years running.
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What to expect at The Ranch:
• More than 20 villages (2 are 55+)
• 3 town centers & 8 neighborhood shopping plazas with Publix Grocery stores
• 150 miles of multi-surface trails
• 10,000+ acres of lakes, parks, and preserves
• 60+ clubs and groups
• Over 200 shops and eateries
• 9 community parks
• 162 holes of golf
• 32 courts for racquet sports
• A-rated schools & higher education campuses
• Sarasota Polo Club
• Farmers’ market
• Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club
• 22 fields at Premier Sports Campus
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Cresswind DeLand
Cresswind DeLand is a new, 55+ community in DeLand, Florida. Near Orlando, New Smyrna Beach, and Daytona, this new Central Florida community is designed for active adults with resort-style amenities and convenient access to beaches, shopping and dining, golf, and healthcare.
The community overlooks scenic Lake Winnemisett and gives residents access to a variety of water activities and recreational opportunities. The resident-exclusive clubhouse features a state-of-the-art Cresswind SmartFIT Training Center, art studio, event area, and several indoor and outdoor gathering spots. Additional amenities include an outdoor pool with sundeck, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, a dog park, and a community garden.
As Kolter Homes second Cresswind active adult new home community in the area, homebuyers can choose from various floorplans designed for optimal flexibility to create a home Built Around You. Cresswind DeLand features three collections of 13 all-new floorplans, ranging from 2- to 5 bedrooms. Kolter Homes offers dozens of structural options, so homebuyers have the ability to add bedrooms, expanded garages, fitness or study spaces, and more. Plus, choose from hundreds of personalization opportunities in the on-site Design Studio.
Wellen Park
Imagine more fun times at Wellen Park. From boutique shops to live music, all-day eateries to stunning sunsets, there are hundreds of ways to brighten your days. With beautiful residences and awesome amenities – not to mention amazing residents – each neighborhood is crafted so that the well life reigns supreme. Wellen Park is a vibrant community where everyday fun flourishes and the spirit of wellness thrives. That’s why living at Wellen Park truly feels like your best day ever, every day.
We invite you to stop by the Wellen Park Welcome Center to learn more about the community. One of our brand ambassadors will meet with you to answer questions and guide you through interactive touchscreen kiosks that display neighborhood amenities, home plans, Downtown Wellen shopping and dining, and regional attractions.
Arden
With a Palm Beach County location and a unique collection of lifestyle extras, retirees and families are finding a premier Florida residential destination at Arden.
Arden’s lakeside clubhouse is home to a state-of-the-art fitness center, meeting spaces for community clubs, a tea and coffee bar, and a multi-tier pool complex with fountains and a splash pad. Nearby is the community dock with ramps for launching kayaks, canoes, and electric-powered fishing boats. Tennis and pickleball courts, playing fields, an event lawn, and 20+ miles of walking and biking trails are among the outdoor recreation offerings. But Arden’s signature amenity is its unique “Agrihood,” a five-acre community garden for growing organic fruits and vegetables, plus a big red barn for community events and family gatherings.
Arden features customizable single-family homes and villas by leading Florida builders like GL Homes, Lennar, and Ryan Homes. All of the Arden neighborhoods have been planned to make a natural connection to healthy living, with contoured green spaces to enhance privacy and a wildlife refuge directly across the boulevard.
Just outside Arden’s gates are convenient grocery markets, retail stores, and restaurants. Resort golf courses and white-sand Atlantic beaches are also nearby, along with all of the first-class medical centers, schools, and cultural amenities that you’d expect in the heart of Palm Beach County.
Request more information about Arden and discover why this one-of-a-kind Florida community may be the perfect fit for your Sunshine State lifestyle.
Latitude Margaritaville Watersound
Latitude Margaritaville Watersound is located on Northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast between Pensacola and Panama City. It is just off of the Scenic Highway 30A corridor that runs along 20 miles of coastline with views of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Latitude Margaritaville Watersound offers a unique living environment with access to the Intracoastal Waterway. This area, with its many small coastal towns, is the embodiment of the relaxed, beachy vibe that is at the heart of the Latitude Margaritaville lifestyle. There also are many outdoor recreational activities, ranging from boating and deep-sea fishing to hiking, biking, golfing and more. A full range of lifestyle components is nearby, including an enticing array of dining, shopping, entertainment, cultural and recreational opportunities as well as service businesses, medical offices, hospitals and more. The community’s initial phase is anticipated to include approximately 3,500 homes. The master-planned community, inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffett, features four distinct home collections – the Conch Cottage Collection, Caribbean Villas Collection, and the Beach and Island Collections of single-family homes. Floor plans range from 1,210 to 2,568 square feet under air.
Solivita
Welcome to award winning Solivita, which we believe is the premier 55+ Active Adult community in Central Florida.
It is located less than 40 minutes to Disney & the other attractions and the Orlando International Airport.
Solivita is located on 4300 acres with most homes built on conservation, pond or golf course lots.
Taylor Morrison is the home builder and offers 10 beautify appointed home designs on display in their model home center, with prices currently ranging from only $426,995.
Community amenities include:
* a Guard Gated Entrance,
* 2 championship 18 hole golf courses,
* community village with 3 restaurants, entertainment center, fitness center, pharmacy, business center,
* 2 clubhouses, 14 indoor & outdoor community pools,
* softball, tennis, bocce, pickleball & shuffleboard,
* over 250 clubs and hundreds of cultural and social events, so there is something for everyone.
We can represent you on your purchase of a new construction or resale home, call us to arrange your community tour and learn of everything that Solivita has to offer.
If you are selling your Solivita home, ask about our Equity Saver Marketing Program which will save you more of your equity on the sale of your home & sell your home faster than the market average.
Call us at 407-614-4570 for more details or arrange your community tour.
We look forward to assisting you with your move to this awesome community.
The Isles of Collier Preserve
Nestled within a pristine natural setting just minutes from Downtown Naples, Florida’s preeminent new home builder is creating a colorful update of classic coastal living. Inspired by the timeless architecture and traditions of Old Naples, elegant new Minto homes overlook miles of scenic kayak and hiking trails. With over half of the 2,400-acres dedicated to lakes, nature preserves and natural habitat, combined with outdoor-inspired amenities, The Isles of Collier Preserve is an extraordinary new active adult gated community where the magic of Old Naples and unspoiled nature still coexist.
Enjoy all aspects of an active lifestyle influenced by wellness at The Isles Club, featuring resort-style amenities such as a resort-style pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, and a yoga lawn. After a scenic day exploring this beautiful community, sip on cocktails and savor coastal Florida flavors with family and neighbors at the resident-exclusive Overlook Bar & Grill, overlooking the Cypress Waterway.
The Isles is a master-planned community boasting 1,600 unique coastal themed new construction residences for sale, including maintenance-included cottages, villas and single-family homes from the $500s to over $1.5 million, many with stunning water and nature views.
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