Active Adult
55+ & Active Adult Communities
Southwest Florida is one of the best places in the country for active-adult living — sunshine, no state income tax, and resort-style 55+ communities built around an easy, social lifestyle. Below are the recognized 55+ and active-adult communities I help buyers into across Lakewood Ranch, Parrish, and Wellen Park.
Each has its own personality, amenity package, and price point. Getting in early on a new phase usually means the best lot selection — and having me represent you on a new build costs you nothing. Tap any community to learn more, or reach out and I'll match you to the right fit.
Lakewood Ranch
Cresswind
Now BuildingKolter Homes’ 55+ community built around activity and the outdoors — bocce, pickleball, tennis, miles of trails, a resort pool, and a full clubhouse with social programming. One of the most activity-focused active-adult villages in the Ranch.
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Del Webb
One of the largest green-certified 55+ communities in the Ranch by Del Webb/Pulte — single-family homes and villas, a resort pool and clubhouse, tennis and pickleball, and an easy drive to Siesta Key, Lido Key, and Anna Maria Island.
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Del Webb Catalina
Now BuildingThe newest and most amenity-rich 55+ community in Lakewood Ranch — a 35,000-sq-ft clubhouse, 12 pickleball courts (eight covered), bocce, a fire pit, fitness lawn, and the Horizon Grill on site. Single-family homes and villas from the $400s.
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Parrish
Del Webb at Bayview
Now BuildingA 55+ active-adult community of approximately 950 homes by Del Webb. The centerpiece is the 22,000 sq ft Driftwood Clubhouse with fitness center, resort pool, and a packed social calendar.
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Del Webb Sunchase
Now BuildingA 55+ active-adult community of 1,003 homes anchored by the 18,000 sq ft Solara Clubhouse with the private Beachwood Tap Bar & Grill. Eighteen floor plans from 1,256 to 2,808 sq ft across four series.
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Del Webb Explore
Now BuildingDel Webb's all-ages community within North River Ranch — 901 homes with the same resort amenities Del Webb is known for, but with no age restriction. Three collections from 1,405 to 3,970 sq ft.
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Prosperity Lakes Active Adult 55+
Now BuildingThe gated 55+ section of Prosperity Lakes by Lennar with Manors and Estates collections from 1,683 to 2,775 sq ft. A dedicated clubhouse, resort pool, pickleball courts, and greenspaces serve active adults.
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This is a curated selection — there are more options across the region. Tell me what you’re after and I’ll match you to the right community.
55+ & Active Adult Communities FAQ
What are the best 55+ communities in Southwest Florida?+
It depends on your lifestyle and budget, but the standouts include Del Webb (multiple locations across Lakewood Ranch and Parrish), Cresswind at Lakewood Ranch, and Brightmore at Wellen Park — all resort-style, amenity-rich, active-adult communities. I can compare them on amenities, HOA/CDD costs, location, and home price to find your best fit.
What’s the difference between Del Webb, Cresswind, and Brightmore?+
They’re all 55+ active-adult brands with resort amenities, but they differ by builder, location, price point, and feel. Del Webb (Pulte) has several communities across the area; Cresswind (Kolter) is at Lakewood Ranch; Brightmore (Mattamy) is at Wellen Park, closer to the beach. I’ll walk you through the real differences in person.
Do 55+ communities have higher fees?+
They often carry HOA dues and sometimes a CDD assessment that fund the resort amenities and lifestyle programming. The value is in the lock-and-leave, maintenance-light living and the social calendar. I always build the full monthly cost — HOA, CDD, and insurance — into our comparison.
Let’s find your community
Tell me your budget, lifestyle, and timeline, and I’ll match you to the right fit — with current pricing, availability, and an honest read on fees and value.