55+ Communities in Florida
279 communities across 13 regions
Browse active adult and retirement communities in Florida — from new-construction 55+ neighborhoods to established active adult communities — with real photos, pricing, amenities, and resident insights for each.
Explore Florida by region
Dive into 55+ communities by region — each guide covers local amenities, pricing, and what makes the area a fit for retirees.
Greater Orlando
48 communities
Theme park capital of the world & centrally located between everything Florida has to offer — Take a look at why retirees are choosing Orlando
Tampa Bay Area
25 communities
Florida's Gulf Coast metro of beaches, bay views & golf-cart 55+ towns — See why retirees are choosing the Tampa Bay Area
The Villages / Ocala
31 communities
Home to America's largest 55+ community and the Horse Capital of the World — Discover why retirees are flocking to The Villages and Ocala
Videos & guides about 55+ living in Florida
Tours, comparisons, and insights on retirement and active adult communities across Florida.
Cresswind at Lake Harris: Lakefront 55+ Living in Tavares, FL
Cresswind at Lake Harris in Tavares, FL offers the only new 55+ community with direct boat dock access to the Lake Harris Chain of Lakes. Here's what to expect.
Del Webb Lakehaven: 55+ Living in Florida's Wellness Way
Del Webb Lakehaven is a new 55+ community in Central Florida's Wellness Way with lake views, Olympus Town Center access, and homes from the low $400s.
Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge: Affordable 55+ Living in Clermont, FL
Sanctuary at Wellness Ridge is Lennar's new 55+ community in Clermont, FL — with homes from $299,999, resort amenities, and a location near Orlando.
Del Webb Minneola: Views, Amenities & Everything You Need to Know
Del Webb Minneola in Lake County, FL offers 55+ buyers elevated views, resort amenities, and quick access to Orlando. Here's everything you need to know.
Central Florida 55+ Communities: Wish List Wars with Tammy & Kelly
Central Florida 55+ communities go head-to-head as cousins Tammy and Kelly compare The Palms at Serenoa, Four Seasons, and Solivita. See what won them over.
Wish List Wars: Best 55+ Homes in Central Florida Under $450K
Trilogy Orlando, Royal Highlands, or Heritage Hills — which Central Florida 55+ community wins for an artsy couple? See how all three stack up under $450K.
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55+ communities in Florida: common questions
How many 55+ communities are in Florida?
There are 279 active adult and 55+ communities in Florida featured on Explore55Plus, with real photos, pricing, amenities, and resident insights for each.
How much do homes in 55+ communities in Florida cost?
Homes in retirement and active adult communities in Florida range from $50K to $1M, depending on the community, home type, and whether it's a new build or resale.
Are all 55+ communities in Florida age-restricted?
No. Of the 279 communities in Florida, 159 are age-restricted (typically one resident 55+) and 120 are open to all ages — so you can choose either an age-restricted or an all-ages active adult community.
Are there new-construction 55+ communities in Florida?
Yes — 134 of the 279 communities in Florida have new-construction homes available, alongside resale options in established neighborhoods.