Sarasota, FL 55+ Retirement Communities and Homes

55+ Communities, also called 55 Plus Communities, are active retirement havens for adults, offering varied amenities and housing from golf course homes to serene city living among like-minded neighbors. They typically include pools, Pickleball, Shuffleboard, tennis courts, clubhouses with kitchens, and championship golf courses in gated, resort-like environments.

Florida, known as the "Sunshine State," reigns as retirees' top pick in the US. With its delightful tropical climate, it's the ultimate spot for retirement communities and homes. The inviting weather cements Florida as the top choice for ideal retirement.

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Discover the Tranquil Paradise: Florida Keys Retirement Communities

Retirement is a time to savor life's pleasures, and what better place to do so than in the picturesque Florida Keys? Read more...

The October 55+ Communities Of The Month

Fall is upon us and there is no better time than now to start looking for your dream 55+ community in Florida. Our affordable active adult communities have the top amenities and prices that you have been looking for. Read more...

Florida Favorites

Check out Retirenet.com's top 55+ active adult communities located in Florida. These manufactured home communities offer incredible amenities and landscaping for those looking to retire in comfort and style. Read more...

Snowbirds Season

Already tired of the cold weather? Check out Legacy Communities top 55+ active adult communities in Florida to find the perfect home for your retirement. Cure those winter blues with Florida sunshine, start looking for your home today on Retirenet.com! Read more...

Windmill Village by Sun Communities: Embrace 55+ Tranquility

Live your best life at Windmill Village, one of Central Florida’s most elite retirement communities. With a fantastic location in Davenport, nestled less than an hour between the popular attractions in Orlando and Lakeland, our active 55+ residents have t Read more...

Southport Springs by Sun Communities: A Blissful 55+ Golf Community

Unleash the best of 55+ living at Southport Springs Golf & Country Club in Zephyrhills, Florida. Experience a vibrant retirement with golf, premium amenities, and modern homes. Embrace the country club lifestyle at one of Florida's finest 55+ communities! Read more...

HAVEN Magazine Names Four Lakes Golf Club

HAVEN Magazine just named its winners of 2019 “BEST of” awards as voted by Central Florida residents. Four Lakes Golf Club is named as 3rd BEST Golf Course in all of Winter Haven! Four Lakes Golf Club’s stunning, private,18-hole regulation length golf cou Read more...

Central Florida Retirement Living

We have the best 55+ Central Florida active adult communities on the market, find your forever home here, See the top retirement communities in the U.S and Canada at Retirenet.com! Read more...

Walden Shores

Walden Shores- A 55+ Active Adult Community located in Lake Wales, FL, is not your typical retirement community. Specializing in its outdoor amenities, these waterfront manufactured homes will have everything you need and more! Read more...

Reflections on Silver Lake

Reflections on Silver Lake in Avon Park, FL is a 55+ manufactured home community surrounded by two beautiful lakes, equipped with all the amenities you could ask for. With activities tailored for the active adult lifestyle, you will never be bored! Read more...

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Overview of Climate and Culture

Florida, the top retirement choice for active adults, offers age-restricted communities statewide. Its tropical climate fosters year-round outdoor pursuits, and vibrant cities like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando provide diverse cultural options. Centrally located, it's a short trip to stunning beaches. Summer averages in the low 90s, with lush greenery fueled by frequent thunderstorms. The Everglades and central lakes showcase natural beauty, and historical sites offer a glimpse into the past. Florida caters to active seniors with 161+ state parks offering camping, hiking, bird watching, and more. Healthcare is robust, with 252 physicians per 100,000 residents and 303 hospitals. Financially, it's tax-friendly, with no income tax, a 6% sales tax, and property tax options for seniors.

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IHS AT RIVERFRONT

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105 15TH STREET EAST
BRADENTON, FL 34208

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities

Bay Lake Estates - MyMH

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1200 East Colonia Lane
Nokomis, FL 34275

Bay Lake Estates is nestled along Florida's Gulf Coast just north of Venice and is situated in a residential ...

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IHS AT BRADEN RIVER

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2010 MANATEE AVE E
BRADENTON, FL 34208

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WESTMINSTER COMM BRADENTON WESTMINSTER

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1533 4TH AV WEST
BRADENTON, FL 34205

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Westminster Communities Of Bradenton Westminster

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1700 21st Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205

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The Goldton at Venice

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108 Bella Verde Blvd
Nokomis, FL 34275

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Bradenton Tropical Palms

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2310 14th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205

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Camelot East

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6300 Queensbury Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34241

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Ridgewood Estates - MyMH

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3461 Stephanie Lane
Ellenton, FL 34222

Rental Homes Available from $560-$600/month Ridgewood Estates is a gorgeously maintained, age-qualified community offering an assortment of fantastic features and amenities within a peaceful, tropical setting. Treat yourself to a comfortable, affordable a

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North River Estates

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7001 36th St E
Ellenton, FL 34222

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Coach House

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4907 28th Ave E
Palmetto, FL 34221

Coach House Mobile Home Park is an age-restricted mobile home community located on Florida’s beautiful west coast.

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)

BRIGHTON GARDENS BY MARRIOTT O

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950 PINEBROOK ROAD
VENICE, FL 34292

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MARINER HEALTH OF PALMETTO

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926 HABEN BLVD
PALMETTO, FL 34221

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Bay Indies - MyMH

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950 Ridgewood Avenue
Venice, FL 34285

Bay Indies is a tropical paradise located just minutes from the beautiful beaches of Venice along the ...

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Discovery Commons At Bradenton

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2614 43rd St W
Bradenton, FL 34209

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Winterset RV Resort

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8515 US Hwy 41 N
Palmetto, FL 34221

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Welcome to Winterset RV Resort! At Winterset RV Resort, our residents make the community special. We’re an active 55+ community with plenty to do, especially during the winter months. Located just off US 41, residents enjoy easy access to I-75 and I-275. Banks, shopping center and entertainment is just minutes from the resort. Look across Frog Creek at the Terra Ceia Preserve, which gives our residents a unique view of Florida wildlife and nature. We know that you will love the atmosphere here, whether you choose to come for a short time, or stay year round. We are a pet friendly community. We welcome you to come tour our new and pre-owned homes at Winterset. We know that you will love our community!

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), RV Communities

Country Lakes II

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6100 Bayshore Rd.
Palmetto, FL 34221

The Country Lakes II 55+ Community is nestled in a quaint rural setting of palm and oak trees in Manatee ...

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Country Lakes I

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6100 Bayshore Rd.
Palmetto, FL 34221

The Country Lakes I is a 55+ Retirement Community nestled in a quaint rural setting of palm and oak ...

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Terra Ceia Village - MyMH

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9303 Bayshore Road
Palmetto, FL 34221

Terra Ceia Village Resort is located in Palmetto, Florida, just minutes from the sparkling blue waters ...

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Rambler's Rest

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1300 North River Rd.
Venice, FL 34293

Rambler's Rest Resort is an all age resort located along the Myakka River in Venice, Florida. You'll ...

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Oasis at West Villages - M/I Homes, Inc.

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19806 Bridgetown Loop
Venice, FL 34293

Homes in Oasis are located near the intersection of River Road and S. Tamiami Trail in West Villages—the 5th fastest selling master-planned community in the nation! West Villages boasts 10,000 acres including parks and trails, great shops, exciting entertainment, acclaimed healthcare centers and will be home to the Atlanta Braves' new spring training facility. Oasis is walking distance to the Myakka River, ten miles from Manasota Key Beaches, downtown Venice, and directly across from the State College of Florida, Oasis is perfectly situated to enjoy all of the area's key attractions, including Myakka Pines Golf Club and Plantation Golf and Country Club, Sharky’s On The Pier, and the best place to call home.

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Amenities: Greenbelt, Pond, Trails, Pool,

Harbor Cove

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499 Imperial Drive
North Port, FL 34287

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes

Little Manatee Springs Hometown America

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4337 Hamlin Way
Wimauma, FL 33598

Anyone who has been here knows it’s true: Little Manatee Springs is Florida’s best hidden treasure. This 55-plus gated community is like a vacation resort, with beautiful landscaping, a heated swimming pool, a recreation hall with scheduled activities.

Community Lifestyles: Active Retirement, 55+ Communities, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Rental Homes

Community Amenities: Billiards Room, Community Center, Fitness Center, Golf pitch and putt, Horseshoe Pits, Library , Organized Activities, RV Storage Area, Shuffleboard Court, Swimming Pool (heated), Walking Trails ,