Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge is one of the most-watched new 55+ communities in Central Florida right now. Built by Lennar in Clermont, Florida, this boutique gated community combines affordable new construction, low-maintenance living, and a location minutes from Orlando's attractions, outdoor recreation, and a billion-dollar sports complex currently under development. If you've been tracking the 55+ market in Florida and wondering where the value is, this one is worth a close look.
What is Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge?
Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge is a 699-home, single-level active-adult community by Lennar, situated within the larger Wellness Way corridor, a massive planned development in Clermont projected to add approximately 15,000 homes from multiple builders over the next decade. The community is in its early construction phase, with full build-out expected over the next 4-5 years.
The location feels quiet and rural without sacrificing convenience. Lake Louisa State Park is just down the road, Orlando's theme parks are a short drive away, and the community sits next door to the planned Olympus development, a billion-dollar, 100% sports-focused complex that will include retail, restaurants, hotels, and world-class sports facilities. Think Disney's Wide World of Sports, significantly expanded. Funding and local approvals are already in place.
Amenities at Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge
The on-site amenity center is estimated to open in August 2027. When it does, residents will have access to:
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- 4 pickleball courts
- Shuffleboard and bocce ball
- Chipping and putting green
- Resort-style pool with two tiki bars
- Event lawn
There's no on-site restaurant, but residents are welcome to bring their own food and beverages, a setup that works well for community gatherings. Until 2027, residents have access to the Clermont Rec Center, which has pickleball courts, concerts, and comedy shows.
The community backs up to conservation land on the north side, with a private 5-mile walking path converted from an old clay road. Lake Louisa State Park adds a "secret beach," hiking and cycling trails, and camping. Golf cart access throughout Wellness Way is also planned, making the area genuinely bikeable over time.
Nearby golf options include Kings Ridge (another 55+ community with a semi-private course), Legends, and Orange County National.
HOA fees and monthly costs at Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge
What the HOA covers is one of the stronger selling points here. Monthly fees vary by home type:
- Villas: $308/month
- 50-foot homes: $215/month
- 60-foot homes (3-car garage): $225/month
Those fees include full front and back yard maintenance, covering shrubs, trees, fertilizer, edging, and replacement of plants lost to freezes. There's also a CDD fee of approximately $170/month and club dues of $230/month. The club dues are waived until the amenity center opens in 2027, which is meaningful near-term savings.
Every home includes 1.2 gig fiber internet (through Hotwire Communities/Fusion X) from day one. The community is entirely electric with no natural gas, and personal fencing is permitted.
One more detail worth noting: the new Toll Road 516 south of the community is a pilot for a "smart highway" capable of charging electric vehicles while you drive, the kind of forward-thinking infrastructure that tends to support long-term property values.
Floor plans and pricing at Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge
All five floor plans are single-level with no stairs. Lennar's Everything's Included model means every home comes fully equipped with no lot premiums or upgrade negotiations, which keeps pricing predictable and build times faster.
Available floor plans
- Villa, 2 bed / 2 bath with flex space, 1,421 sq ft. Starting at $299,999 on an interior homesite.
- Frye, 2 bed / 2 bath with flex space, 1,580 sq ft. Starting at $364,999 (homesite included).
- Nash, 2 bed / 2 bath with flex space, 1,779 sq ft.
- Walsh, 3 bed / 2 bath with office, 1,875 sq ft.
- Next Gen, 4 bed / 3 bath, 2,366 sq ft. Has an attached in-law suite with its own front door, kitchen, and bathroom, a full home within a home for multigenerational households.
All homes currently include a $25,000 discount, and pricing is quoted "out the door," meaning what you see is what you pay.
Quick facts: Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge
- Builder: Lennar
- Location: Clermont, Florida (near Orlando)
- Total homes: 699
- Build-out timeline: 4-5 years
- Entry price: $299,999 (Villa, interior homesite)
- HOA fees: $215-$308/month depending on home type
- CDD fee: ~$170/month
- Club dues: $230/month (waived until August 2027)
- Internet: 1.2 gig fiber included
- Amenity center opens: Estimated August 2027
- All floor plans: Single-level only
- Nearby: Lake Louisa State Park, Olympus development, Kings Ridge Golf Club
Is Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge right for you?
If you want a brand-new home in an all-electric, low-maintenance community with real outdoor recreation nearby, affordable pricing, and the long-term upside of a rapidly developing corridor (without paying Disney-area premiums), Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge deserves a serious look. The Next Gen floor plan also makes it one of the few 55+ communities built for buyers who want to live near or with adult children or aging parents.
Buying in early means more homesite selection than you'll have in a year or two. It also means patience. If you need to move within six months, this isn't the right fit. If you have flexibility, getting in early here could pay off.
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