Florida Retirement Communities
55 and Over Communities Florida East Coast

More than 300 Florida retirement communities on six pages for 55+ (This page is the East Coast of Florida) 

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Florida is one of the top states to enjoy retirement and your senior years.  Climate, proximity to the East Coast and low cost of living are just some of the many reasons why.  Florida also has plentiful retirement communities to choose from.  Age 55+ communities in Florida are sought after by retirees and seniors.  We expect this long-standing trend to continue.

Newest 55+ communities on Florida's East coast

Summer Bay at Grand Oaks-St. Augustine $300's

Wildlight $300's

Valencia Walk at Riverland® - Port St Lucie/$300's

Reverie at Trailmark - St. Augustine/$300's

Telaro at Tradition - Port St. Lucie/$300's

Del Webb at Viera - Melbourne - Coming

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Retirement communities for sale on "the first coast" in northeast  FL

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• Cities in Florida on Northeast Coast with retirement communities for sale:  Ponte Vedra ~St. Augustine ~Jacksonville ~St. Johns 

St. Augustine Retirement Communities for sale in Fl

• $$New  Parkland Preserve

LOCATION: St. Augustine - By Freedom Homes 

FEATURES:  Medium to large homes are priced in the $300's - Amenities include park, pool, fitness and recreation 

CONTACT: 792 Parkland Trail - Open Daily - 844-262-7254 (Online sales counselor)

Gated active adult retirement community with lifestyle director to facilitate making new friends and staying active. 

• $$ Summer Bay at Grand Oaks

LOCATION: St. Augustine

FEATURES: Gated, 306 single homes, views.  

CONTACT:  For more info call 904-604-6880.

By Pulte.  

• Reverie at TrailMark by Dream Finders Homes 

LOCATION:  St. Augustine 

FEATURES: Gated 55+ single ranch homes between St. John's River and Atlantic Ocean.

CONTACT:  Register on their website and someone will call - Open daily - 50 Rustic Mill Dr., St. Augustine - 386-749-3059

Reverie has various floor plans from 2-bedrooms to a large 2-bedroom with a flex 3rd bedroom and a three-car garage.  Also featured:

• Lakeside clubhouse
• Pickle ball courts (6)
• Scenic trails
• Pool and spa
• Food truck and farmer's market pavilion

Wildlight

• $$ Wildlight By Del Webb  

LOCATION: Wildlight, 22 miles to Jacksonville.  Near Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island. 

FEATURE:  Gated; ten miles of trails; on-site bar and grill 

CONTACT:  904-595-8537 - 176 Eureka Ct. 

Villas and single home collections with Del Webb amenities.

Jacksonville fl retirement community

• $$ Del Webb eTown

LOCATION:  Jacksonville   

FEATURES:  A "smart" master planned community of eTown   

CONTACT:  11246 Town View Dr., Jacksonville - 904-543-3959 

In Central Jacksonville, near St. John's Town Center, with a modern vibe.  Upscale dining, entertainment and shopping nearby.  

Ponte Vedra

• $$ Del Webb Nocatee

LOCATION: Ponte Vedra     

FEATURES:  Gated Florida retirement community of villas, singles, estates   

CONTACT: 73 Glenhurst Ave. - Open 9:30-6 daily - 904-543-3927

Large kitchens with islands. Other collections are higher priced.  Resort-styled amenities.

St. Johns Fl retirement community   

• $$ New Stillwater

LOCATION: St. John's     

FEATURES:  Gated; golf membership   

CONTACT: 64 Round Robin Run - Open 9:30-6 daily - 904-758-0477

By Lennar in Stillwater master community. Amenities include clubhouse, restaurant and bar, pool, 18-hole golf membership, and more.  Villas and single homes.

• $$ New WaterSong at RiverTown

LOCATION:  St. Johns   

FEATURES:   Villas and Single-family homes in master community; gated - kayak launch and fishing, event lawn; paw park

CONTACT:  90 Lanier St. - 904-479-4491; shown by appointment only at this time

By Mattamy Homes.  Medium to large villas and single family homes. Resort-like with nature theme, trails, parks, water activities and more.  

The Fun Coast

• Cities: Daytona Beach - New Smyrna - Port Orange - Deland 

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Florida Homes for Sale Under $300,000

• $200's  Latitude Margaritaville

LOCATION:  Daytona Beach  

FEATURES:   Jimmy Buffett's Unique Margaritaville brand; large 55+ community; Award-winning  

CONTACT:    2400 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach - 888-287-0605 - Open Daily

Planned thousands of homes by Minto and partnering with the Margaritaville brand -  Also, large retail shopping area. Pricing starting in low $200's 

Restaurants are a big part of the Florida lifestyle.  The Town Center has a restaurant and a clamshell for entertainment as well as other restaurants. Recreation includes large pool and pickle ball courts.  

Smart marketing with a fun vibe and tiki hut profile, competitive pricing, town center, golf cart community, etc., are just some of the features that make this one of the most popular retirement communities in Florida.  

New for sale 55+ Community on Florida's Coast for low $300's

New $$  Oak Leaf Preserve-Freedom - New Smyrna Beach - Volusia County - There are 2 builders here.  The Freedom Homes Builder has the active adult community.  Gated community of single 2- and 3-bedroom homes. Amenities include park, pool.   1839 Red Rock Rd., New Smyrna Beach - 386-888-2124 - Open daily Sunday and Wednesday noon to 6 PM and other days 10 to 6 PM.  

• $$  Cresswind at Victoria Gardens - Closing out

LOCATION: DeLand 

FEATURES:  Close to historic downtown; part of Victoria Park master community; Gated; miles of hiking, biking trails in conservation areas surrounding the retirement community 

CONTACT:  117 Old Moss Circle - 888-714-0989 - Open Daily

Medium to large luxury single homes by award-winning Kolter Homes.  Amenities for your best retirement lifestyle include:

• The Club  
• Golf at nearby Victoria Hills Golf Club 
• 2 minutes to downtown shops in DeLand
• Tennis courts and pickleball 
• Resort-style pool 
• Social Activities and clubs with full-time Lifestyle Director
• Award-winning lifestyle program
• Fitness Center
• Scenic walk trails
• Lifelong learning at nearby Stetson University
• 20 minutes to beaches; 30 minutes to Orlando
• and more. 

New homes on the Treasure Coast in Deland and Port St Lucie  

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• $$ New Valencia Walk at Riverland®

LOCATION:  Port St. Lucie  

FEATURE:    In master Community Riverland  

CONTACT:   10735 SW Matisse Lane - 772-226-9000 - Open Daily 9-5

By GL Homes.  Some luxury items included in price of home.  Four collections.  Amenities include Town Center, clubhouse, resort amenities including Sports Club with tennis courts, bocce, pickle ball, gym and more  - lush landscaping throughout.  Verify all information. 

The tradition master retirement community

• The Tradition Retirement Community in Port St. Lucie is a master community with the following 55+ opportunities:
• Vitalia
• TownPark 
• Lake Park
• PGA-Verano
• The Brennity (Independent Living)
• Del Webb at Tradition
• Esplanade at Tradition
• New Telaro

• $$ Telaro by Mattamy Homes at Tradition

LOCATION:  Port St. Lucie  

FEATURE:     In master community Tradition; Resort amenities

CONTACT:    Aquila Way, Port St. Lucie - Register on website or call 561-599-6053

400+ villas and singles.  Amenities include:

• Clubhouse and resort-style pools
• Poolside cafe and market
• Electric bike share
• Sport courts
• and more.

• $$  Del Webb at Tradition

LOCATION:  Port St. Lucie  

FEATURE:    In master community Tradition -

CONTACT:   12920 SW Gingerline Dr., Port St. Lucie - 877-215-3143

Single ranch homes and attached villas.  Resort amenities.  

• $$  Esplanade at Tradition

LOCATION: Port St Lucie 

FEATURES:

• TM Livewell features for cleaner air and water
• Low VOC paint by Sherwin Williams
• Hands-free kitchen faucet
• Honeywell Touchscreen thermostat with wifi
• Energy-saving features
• Resort-style pool and spa
• Tennis, pickleball, and bocce ball courts
• Pet park
• Event Lawn
• On-site Lifestyle Manager

CONTACT: 877-889-7055 or Sales at 866-495-6006.

By Taylor Morrison in master community of Tradition.  Medium to large single homes with resort amenities and Tradition Town Center.  2-5 bedroom single homes. 

• $$  Veranda Preserve

LOCATION: Port St Lucie by Lennar  

FEATURE:  3-car garage; 3 Collections:  The Grand (55+), The Isles and The Woodlands - Large 3-bedroom, 3-bath homes on ground level.  

CONTACT: 726 E. Woodbine Rd. - 833-306-0256 - Call for appointment.   

• $$ PGA Village-Verano

LOCATION:  Port St. Lucie  

FEATURES:  3 Award-winning championship golf courses; recreation; gated  

CONTACT:   17127 SW Ambrose Way - 772-345-5041 - Open Daily

By Kolter Homes.  Plenty of recreation and golf on site. Villas and singles.  Social activities, clubhouse and pools. Close to beach. 

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The Space Coast: Melbourne and Viera

Area: Slower-paced and good for seniors who want an active lifestyle. Climate is average 61 in January and 82 in August. Melbourne is home to Indian River citrus.  The Kennedy Space Center is 14 miles to Viera.

• $$ Bridgewater at Viera 

LOCATION:  Melbourne   

FEATURES:  Gated entrance with security tower; single homes in an active adult resort retirement community where new friendships can be made  

CONTACT:   2015 Trift Bridge Circle, Melbourne - Open Daily or call ahead for appointment to see - 877-204-3384 (agent)

Resort amenities include large clubhouse, pool with beach entry, tennis, and more -  Gated community of more than 800 homes - Large singles of 3-4 bedrooms and single villas. Lakes on site. By WCI Communities (Now part of Lennar family of builders) 

• $$ Open Now Del Webb at Viera 

LOCATION:  Melbourne

FEATURES:   In master community with established town center; 2 miles from I-95 on "The Space Coast"; manned gatehouse

CONTACT:    Stadium Parkway, Melbourne - 407-214-3005   

Over 55 Florida in resale communities: 

Resales and rentals in northeast fl on the First Coast

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Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes 

St. Augustine - World Golf Village area; part of master community of Bannon Lakes; large homes with large garages. 23 Bridge Oak Lane - By Pulte active adult - Pulte smart home - International Golf Parkway - resort amenities, canoe and kayak launch and more. Started mid-$200's. Resale.

• Del Webb Ponte Vedra Resale in Ponte Vedra

Started from low $200's. There are a variety of sizes.  Location is between Jacksonville and St Augustine (Northeast Florida.)  Developed by Del Webb with a coastal resort feeling at Ponte Vedra Beach.   Adjoins Nocatee Preserve.  Single-family and multi-family mix of homes.  Mediterranean-styled architecture.  FEATURES: Gated 55 community with gorgeous clubhouse and pool area - 4 miles to Ocean - Adjacent to Nocatee Preserve for natural surroundings. 124 Del Webb Pkwy, Ponte Vedra  

Single Family Homes and Carriage Homes - Resale.

• Orchard Pass Condominiums - 2-3-bedroom/2 bath carriage homes at Del Webb Ponte Vedra started in $200's. 

• Artisan Lakes 

Ponte Vedra (27 miles to St. Augustine)  - In Nocatee master community; small 55 community in master community - 33 Ropemaker Court -  By Lennar - Started $300's to $1 Millions - 196 gated ranch homes - many back to Preserve or water - private resort amenities including zero entry pool, putting green and pickle ball.  Resale.

• Sweetwater by Del Webb

14 miles to Jacksonville city area -  Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool  - 11683 Surfbird   - See local Realtors - Started low $200's - Single-family and carriage homes in a 4-story building.  Resales.

•  Cascades at World Golf Village

St. Augustine, beaches and 20 minutes to Jacksonville - Golf - Single Homes - Price - $$ - from $269's, Size-Large - In St. Augustine.  Focus on golf. World Golf Village is a master-planned community.  1605 Sugar Loaf Lane - Sold out.    

• Villages of Seloy 

St. Augustine  - Gated with clubhouse, pool, recreation, 10 minute drive to beaches and near shopping, dining and more.  2 and 3-bedroom European-styled homes. Nearby golf courses including World Golf.   206 Seloy Dr. - 904-810-2098 - Started in $330's -  Many standard upscale features.

Jacksonville area senior rental housing

• Cecil Pines in Jacksonville

Jacksonville - Single Homes for Rent - By Front Porch - a former Naval base - no expensive amenities means value prices.   Month-to-month rental singles at reasonable prices.  Gated 55 community close to the city.  6008 Lake Cove Avenue, Jacksonville - Ph: 888-968-0905 - 

Port Orange:

• Villages of Royal Palm

Port Orange (near Daytona) - Gated, resort-style  

Single homes By Winston James Development.  Not age-restricted but has features for active adults and retirement living.  Started low $200's for townhomes; single homes $300's.  1304 Coconut Palm Circle, Port Orange. Resales.

• Victoria Gardens by Shea Homes

DeLand - Location is a little inland and approx. 25 miles to beaches.  Single homes in the master planned community of Victoria Park.  Close to Daytona and 24.6 miles to the beaches of New Smyrna.   It has a community in Florida for over 55 in it called Victoria Gardens. (Shea Homes now has 3 communities in Florida: Victoria Gardens, Trilogy Orlando and Trilogy Ocala in Central Florida.)  Pricing started in low $200's.  386-785-2700 (clubhouse). 1001 Garden Club Dr., DeLand.  Resales.

Resales in Vero Beach, Stuart, Port Saint Lucie ~Independent Lifestyle at Vero Beach and Port St Lucie  

• Vitalia at Tradition

14 miles to ocean beaches.  Part of the Tradition master community (famed for its small town America design appeal).    

2 and 3-bedroom single homes started low $300's.  Features clubhouse with lakeside pavilion, outdoor pool, cyber cafe and many social and recreational activities. 10097 Red Oak Ct., Port St. Lucie. Resales.

• TownPark at Tradition   

Port St. Lucie  -  Club and Rec Center with resort-like amenities.  By Minto Communities - luxury 2, 3, and 4-bedroom singles started in the low $200's to $300's.  Winner of Treasure Coast Builders Assoc. 11428 SW Lake Park Dr., Port St. Lucie - Resales

• Lake Park at Tradition 

 Port St. Lucie -  The Club at Lake Park, pool with cabanas, dog parks and more.  11428 SW Lake Park Dr.  Single family and villa homes started from $200's.  Resort-styled by Minto. Resales.

• Valencia Cay at Riverland 

 Port St. Lucie - In master community Riverland; 34,000SF clubhouse 10735 SW Matisse Lane - Single homes in five collections were from $300's - one mile to The Landing at Tradition for shopping, dining and more.  By GL Homes.

• Valencia Grove at Riverland 

 Port St. Lucie -  In master Community Riverland. Previewed from the Valencia Cay community in Riverland at 10735 SW Matisse Lane - By GL Homes.  Some luxury items included in price of home - started $300's - town center, clubhouse, resort amenities including Sports Club with tennis courts, bocce, pickle ball, gym and more  - lush landscaping throughout.

• The Brennity at Tradition

 Homes and apartments for independent living plus assisted living and memory care if it is needed.  Amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, Wellness Center, activities, dining options, and more. 10685 SW, Stony Creek Way, Port St. Lucie  772-345-2700  

• Woodfield

Vero Beach - Price was $ to $$, Size-Medium - Gated planned community with Lennar and Centex senior communities - Mediterranean-styled homes. Resort amenities.  7 miles to beaches. Resale.

• Monterey Yacht and Country Club

Stuart - Inexpensive resale condos and Rentals - Large condominium community minutes to the beach - 9-hole golf free to residents on private course (verify). 1991 SW Palm City Rd., Stuart  

• Cascades at St Lucie West  

 Manned gated resort-styled community with 9-hole executive golf, tennis, grand clubhouse.  If one wants plenty of activity, one can find it here.  See local Realtors.  503 NW Serene Meadow Way, Port St. Lucie. R

• Kings Isle 

St. Lucie West - Established gated community -  Large resort-style - several "isles" within - starts in low price range - many clubs and activities with many for those who love cruises.  See local Realtors. 100 NW Kings Isle Blvd.  Resales. 

Independent and Assisted Living on the Treasure Coast

Indian River Estates West by ACTS Retirement - At Vero Beach by ACTS Retirement Life.  ACTS has a brochure you can ask for called "Consumers Guide to Retirement Living." Priced affordable.  4 Financial Plans: With deposit or without deposit.  100 acre gated campus. 10 miles to beach. Amenities including pool.  2250 Indian Creek Blvd. West, Vero Beach - 772-562-7400

Abingdon - Port Saint Lucie - Independent and assisted living community part of Tradition Florida.  Cottages and villas.  Care options -  Clubhouse, dining, housekeeping.  10685 SW Stony Creek Way - Phone: 772-345-2700

The Palms Retirement Community at Saint Lucie West in Port Saint Lucie - Independent and assisted living by Five Star.  The spacious apartments have care options.
501 N.W. Cashmere Blvd., Port St. Lucie - Phone: 772-344-7441

Resales on "the space coast"

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• The Savannahs at Sawgrass Lakes  

 By DR Horton - West Melbourne - Ranch homes started from low $200's - Caladium Circle - Resales.  See local Realtors

• Alamanda Key

 Melbourne -  In style of Key West - metal roofs  -  Modeled after cottage homes in Key West. Gated manned community of cottages and villa styles. Amenities include clubhouse, pool, country front porches, lakes, pool and more. Design concept of homes focuses on a lifestyle of adults over 55. Attractive homes have metal roofs. Started low $200's. LifeStyle Homes. 4290 Alamanda Key Drive -  Resales.  See local Realtors.

• Heritage Isle

 Viera near Melbourne - By Lennar. Cruises leave from Cape Canaveral nearby.  Award-winning over-55 master-planned community on hundreds of acres. Gated resort-styled community features clubhouse, fitness, pool, tennis, and trails. Also, nearby is the famed Duran Golf Club. Estates started from upper $200's. 6600 Ingalls St. See local Realtors.  Resales.

• Pine Creek

 Melbourne -  Gated; Private Lake - Master community of medium to large single homes built after 2000.  Prices ranged from upper $100's to $200's.  1509 Waverly Place, Melbourne.  Resales.

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Master Communities 

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Master communities have gained in popularity for their active life amenities.  Modern features of master communities in Florida:

• Popular traditional and newer amenities include pickle ball, dog parks, fitness center, tennis court, tennis center, walking trails, card rooms, swimming pools, yoga center, amenity center, some with golf course, and community gardens.   
• Often gated
• Country club environment
• Luxury single-family homes 
• Variety of home prices, styles and types 
• Planned open space 

New and resale master communities on this page with communities for 55+:

• Nocatee Master Community 
• Bannon Lakes
• World Golf Village
• Victoria Park
• Tradition Master Community
• Woodfield
• Heritage Isle Viera
• Riverland
  
• Rivertown
• eTown

F.A.Q.

What are the most popular Florida retirement communities?

1. Parkland Preserve

2. Latitude Margaritaville

3. Bridgewater at Viera

*As determined by most click-throughs in last 3 months.

1. What are the best 55+ retirement communities in Florida?

• Jimmy Buffett's Latitude Margaritaville
• Tradition by Mattamy Homes 
• eTown master community
• Cresswind at Victoria Gardens

2. What are the most affordable over 55 retirement communities in Florida?

• Latitude Margaritaville

3. What are the most luxurious retirement communities in Florida?

• Cresswind at Victoria Gardens
• Valencia Walk at Riverland

4. What are the most active retirement communities in Florida?

• Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is designed for an active adult lifestyle

5. What are the most pet-friendly retirement communities in Florida?

• Latitude Margaritaville has a dog park and pet spa
• Watersong at Rivertown - paw park

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