Best Golf Retirement Communities in Florida
Golf may not have the appeal it once did to retirees to Florida.
You see more and more Florida 55+ Communities hitting the market with no golf courses on its list of services.
Heck, there are even over 55 developing communities in land that used be golf courses.
But despite what recent trends may show, golf courses remain a popular service in some of Florida’s best retirement communities.
While there are hundreds of golf communities in Florida, to make this list, communities must continue to sell new homes and have some type of 55+ or active adult component.
All that said, let’s take a closer look at some of the best retirement golf communities in Florida.
The Villages – The Villages, FL
Located approximately one hour north of Orlando, The Villages is the best-selling retirement community in the country.
It also happens to have more golf holes than any other community in the world!
At the time of writing, there are nearly 700 (not a typo!) Golf holes spread across 12 championship courses and 42 executive courses.
In recent years, the developer has started building shorter pitch-and-putt-style courses in an effort to make the game more accessible to everyone.
It’s estimated that around 1/3 of the 130,000 (again, that’s not a typo!) Residents play golf, and there are about 10,000 tee times available every day.
To be honest, it can be difficult to get a tee time, especially during peak season.
New and resale homes can be found with prices ranging from $ 100k to over $ 1 million and everywhere in between.
Request more information about The Villages here.
Towns of Citrus Hills – Citrus Hills, FL
The Villages of Citrus Hills has three 18-hole championship golf courses, plus an additional 9-hole course.
Located less than an hour west of The Villages, Villages of Citrus Hills is a Florida retirement community with maintenance-free single-family homes and villas.
Villages of Citrus Hills residents enjoy an extraordinary collection of world-class community country club amenities and extensive social activities.
Depending on the style and neighborhood you choose, home and home site packages range from the top $ 300 to over 1 million.
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On Top of the World – Ocala, FL
On Top of the World has 54 holes of golf on three courses including The Tortoise and the Hare and the Links which are private clubs, and Candler Hills which is semi-private.
At On Top of the World Communities, active adults will find everything they dream of and much more.
Located in beautiful Ocala Florida, On Top of the World residents can enjoy any schedule that suits their tastes, from busy to leisurely activities.
Other amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, a private R / C flying field, petanque, racquetball and basketball courts, fitness center, health club and spa, restaurants, cultural venues, and much more.
Residents can also participate in more than 175 clubs, leagues, hobbies, and lifelong learning opportunities.
There are over 20 floor plans available with prices to suit all budgets starting at $ 200k.
Request more information about On Top of the World here.
Del Webb Stone Creek – Ocala, FL
Del Webb Stone Creek has a 18-hole championship golf course featuring a full grill, resort-style pool, fitness center, spa, multiple playgrounds, a full-time lifestyle director, and more.
Del Webb Stone Creek is a 55+ active adult gated community located right next to On Top of the World.
Single family homes start at $ 100k.
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Lakewood Ranch – Lakewood Ranch, FL
The Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club includes 3 championship courses, state-of-the-art golf academy, 2 award-winning clubhouses, 2 golf practice facilities, a 20-court tennis center, 12 pickleball courts, a 24-hour fitness center, 2 heated pools and more .
Just minutes from the beaches of Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch is the best-selling multi-generational master planned community in the country.
With everything from low-maintenance condos to single-family homes starting at $ 200k, Lakewood Ranch offers a neighborhood option for almost every type of family and budget.
There are currently two 55+ community options available to those looking to buy / build new homes: Del Webb Lakewood Ranch and Cresswind Lakewood Ranch.
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Harmony – St. Cloud, FL
The Harmony Golf Reserve it is a unique experience for golfers.
It is the only Johnny Miller exclusive course in central Florida and is built on a 260 acre wildlife preserve.
Something that is rarely seen here in Florida is that there are practically no houses along the field.
The Lakes at Harmony is an active adult community within Harmony, near St. Cloud, about 30 minutes away. southeast of Walt Disney World.
Residents here enjoy less crowded living with expansive outdoor living areas, many of which include conservation or water views, and a private recreation center and pool.
From the miles of biking and walking trails, to the community garden, parks, and fitness center, Harmony has something for everyone. Meet at Town Square, which includes a spa, market, doctor’s offices, restaurants, and more without ever leaving your community.
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Solivita – Kissimmee, FL
Nestled amid 3,300 acres of pristine wetlands and forests, Stonegate Golf Club in Solivita prides itself on its 100 year old oak hammocks, lush greenery, tranquil canals and streams.
Solivita is an award-winning retirement community in the Central Florida attractions area. No matter where you live within this lush, 55+ gated community in Kissimmee, you can easily walk, bike, or drive your golf cart to indoor and outdoor dining venues, state-of-the-art spas and resorts. gymnastics, tennis or pickleball courts, and other sports and game facilities.
Home prices start at $ 200k.
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Waterfalls at River Hall – Alva, FL
Cascades at River Hall occupies more than 2,000 acres of beautiful land outside of Fort Myers, Florida.
Residents here also have the option to join the 18-Hole Davis Love III Golf Course for an annual fee.
The community plan here calls for around 575 single-family homes, as well as a variety of amenities like a community clubhouse, an outdoor pool, and a gym.
With multiple builders, each offering a selection of styles and floor plans, the options are nearly limitless at Cascades at River Hall. Those options can be as small as 1,500 square feet, or they can go up to 2,800 more comfortable square feet. Depending on what you’re looking to build, prices can start in the $ 100s and go all the way to the mid-$ 300s.
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano – Port St. Lucie, FL
PGA Village – St. Lucie It is ranked in the “75 Best Golf Resorts” by Golf Digest. Offering 54 holes of championship golf at PGA Golf Club, masterfully designed by design legends Tom Fazio and Pete Dye.
Cresswind at PGA Village Verano is an active adult community of 249 single-family homes located right in the heart of Florida’s Treasure Coast near Port St. Lucie.
The large collection of amenities here includes access to the 27,000-square-foot clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a dog park, and a huge pickleball community.
Home prices start in the mid $ 200 and can go as high as $ 300.
Cresswind at Victoria Gardens – DeLand, FL
Located about 30 miles north of Orlando, Cresswind at Victoria Gardens is a community of 1,070 single-family homes that combines the feel of a small town with the conveniences of a large master-planned community.
Those amenities include a large clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, heated outdoor pool, hiking trails, and an 18-hole golf course called Victoria Hills.
Homes here range in price from the mid $ 200 to the high $ 400.
Del Webb Naples – Ave Maria, FL
Del Webb Naples is a massive community of 2,000 single-family townhomes located in the even larger master planned community of Ave Maria.
Residents here can enjoy amenities like the 12,000-square-foot Oasis Club and the Panther Run Golf Club, plus you also have access to a number of additional amenities in the Ave Maria community.
Homes in Del Webb Naples generally range in price from $ 100 to $ 500.
Parkland Preserve at World Golf Village – St. Augustine, FL
The World Golf Village The King & Bear and Slammer & Squire courses feature collaborations designed by four members of the World Golf Hall of Fame; Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Sam Snead, and Gene Sarazen.
Parkland Preserve at World Golf Village, an active adult community located in St. Augustine, Florida. This gated community offers a low-maintenance lifestyle with thoughtful amenities and single-family homes for 55+.
Parkland Preserve features private amenities including a swimming pool, covered pavilion, dog park, pickleball and bocce courts, and a clubhouse with fitness center, event space, and kitchen.
Homes start at $ 200k.
Pelican Preserve – Fort Myers, FL
Pelican Preserve’s 27 holes of championship golf They offer unspoiled greens and nature reserve surroundings.
Pelican Preserve is a large community of 2,500 attached homes, condos, and single-family homes located in Fort Myers, Florida.
The focal point of this community is the 70,000-square-foot Plaza del Sol clubhouse, and residents here also enjoy access to amenities like a state-of-the-art fitness center, 100-seat movie theater, and on-site restaurant. a resort-style outdoor pool and more.
Homes can be priced between $ 200 and $ 500.
Stonecrest – Summerfield, FL
Amenities are plentiful here and residents have access to a 7,000-square-foot clubhouse, separate community center, resort-style swimming pool, and a 18-hole championship-level golf course.
Located south of Ocala in Summerfield, Florida, Stonecrest is a gated community of 2,200 single-family homes that started in 1990 and still has new construction available.
Homes in Stonecrest are priced from $ 200 to $ 400.
There you go. The above are some of the best retirement golf communities in Florida today.
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