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Homes in Central Florida | Cresswind DeLand | 55+ Community

Cresswind DeLand

Deland, FL
Homes from the $300s to $500s

Cresswind DeLand by Kolter Homes is a resort-style, 55+ community in DeLand, Florida. This Central Florida new-home community offers convenient access to beaches, shopping and dining, golf, and healthcare with short drives to Orlando, New Smyrna Beach, and Daytona. New homes are designed for active adults featuring a collection of flexible floorplans with hundreds of design and structural personalization options.

Cresswind DeLand overlooks scenic Lake Winnemisett and gives residents access to a variety of water activities and recreational opportunities. The resident-exclusive clubhouse – opening Fall 2025 – will feature a state-of-the-art Cresswind SmartFIT Training Center equipped with EGYM technology, 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, dog park and community garden. Homebuyers can choose from various floorplans designed for optimal flexibility to create a home Built Around You. Cresswind DeLand features three collections of 13 floorplans, ranging from 2- to 5 Bedrooms. Kolter Homes offers a minimum of 25 structural options per plan, so you can have the ability to add bedrooms, expand garages, fitness or study spaces and more. Plus, choose from hundreds of personalization opportunities in the on-site Design Studio.

KOLTERHOMES created the Go Guide to Active Adult Living and Homebuying to help put buyers in control of the homebuying experience. After gathering suggestions from homebuyers, and with guidance from industry experts, KOLTERHOMES developed this comprehensive online guide with the best active adult locations, insider tips, insights, and driving tours. View the FREE guide at www.cresswind.com

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The Lawson of Knightdale

Knightdale, NC
Rental apartments, 1 and 2 bedroom floorplans

Welcome to The Lawson of Knightdale, where vibrant 62+ living meets comfort, convenience, and community. Our luxury senior apartments near Raleigh are thoughtfully designed for active adults seeking maintenance-free independence without sacrificing style or connection. You can skip the HOA fees and avoid restrictive meal plans, because here you have the freedom to live on your terms.

Choose from spacious, modern residences with in-unit laundry and full kitchens, perfect for home-cooked meals or easy nights out exploring the local dining scene.

At The Lawson, every detail supports your active lifestyle. Stay energized in our fully equipped fitness center, challenge neighbors on the pickleball court, or relax in peaceful courtyards and social lounges. From morning workouts to evening gatherings, our amenities foster wellness and meaningful connection.

Whether you are downsizing, relocating or simply ready for the next chapter, discover senior living in Knightdale near Raleigh, NC that balances independence with community. The Lawson at Knightdale is more than just an apartment; it’s a place to thrive. Tour today!

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Southern Harmony

Murfreesboro, TN
Homes starting from the $500,000s

Now Open and new to the Nashville area, Del Webb Southern Harmony

Imagine thriving in the breathtaking countryside of middle Tennessee surrounded by rolling hills while soaking in the fresh air and warm sunshine. Now imagine discovering everyday conveniences minutes away, a lively social calendar, diverse clubs and interest groups, plus world-class amenities just steps away from home. All of this will be waiting for you at Southern Harmony, Tennessee’s premier active adult community.

Southern Harmony in Murfreesboro, TN offers an abundance of social and recreational activities, a mild four-season climate, and a collection of innovative, flexible floor plans coupled with Tennessee’s low cost of living. A private community clubhouse and resort-style outdoor amenities are relished by residents who enjoy an active lifestyle. But the best reason to make Southern Springs home is the home itself. Our thoughtfully designed, well-crafted homes offer purposeful design options for easier living.

At the heart of this dynamic, master-planned community is a 21,000+ Sq. Ft. Residents Clubhouse including a state-of-the-art fitness center, hobby and meeting rooms, large event room, indoor and outdoor pools, sport courts, arboretum, Veterans Park, event lawn and open-air performance pavilion. From games, to cooking class, to line dancing, and parties, there is something for everyone.

Southern Harmony is located minutes from the big city of Nashville and the beautiful Tennessee countryside with hiking, fishing, golfing, wineries and so much more to explore. Living just south of Nashville, you will be able to enjoy the Frist Museum, Grand Ole Opry, Cheekwood Botanical Garden, a concert at Bridgestone Arena, or cheer on the Tennessee Titans. Nashville International Airport is just twenty-nine miles from home. Experience exceptional healthcare close to home at Ascension Saint Thomas, Williamson Medical Center, and Alvin C. York VA Medical Center.

At Southern Harmony you will find well-crafted, new ranch homes in a low-maintenance setting. Choose from ten innovative floor plans with flexible indoor and outdoor entertaining space for hosting family dinners and neighborhood get-togethers. You can expect luxury features such as zero-entry showers, point-of-use storage, widened hallways, and open flowing spaces in every plan.

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K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Wylder

K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Wylder

Port St. Lucie, FL
pricing starting at mid $300s & Gated Community

Welcome to K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Wylder, a new active adult 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, Florida offering 9 unique ranch-style home designs and 1 villa design. Enjoy an all-inclusive, resort-at-home lifestyle with access to countless amenities and activities. Each home is offered in one of our new interior design Looks: Loft, Farmhouse, Classic or Elements for on-trend style in your new home.

Residents can take advantage of the community’s clubhouse, which features a state-of-the-art fitness center, game room, a catering kitchen and a bustling calendar of classes, clubs, and activities. All of these mere steps from your front door.

Located in sunny Port St. Lucie, Florida, residents can also enjoy outdoor activities year-round. Take a dip in the tropical beach-entry pool or enjoy the poolside cabana. Get a great session of exercise on one of the pickleball courts. Plus, 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.

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Active Adult Community Westlake FL | Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake

Westlake, FL
Homes from the $400s to $700s

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is a 55+ community for active adults and retirees who want to enjoy a healthy lifestyle in one of Florida’s most prestigious locations.

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake by Kolter Homes offers a variety of ranch- style floorplans designed specifically for active adults ranging from 2- up to 5- Bedrooms and more than 4,000 total square feet of living space. Kolter Homes’ Built Around You approach provides hundreds of structural and design personalization options to create your ideal home, including flex spaces and 2nd- floor bonus rooms.

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 a full-time Lifestyle 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.

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