10 Benefits of Living in a Planned Community
Explore these 10 benefits of living in a planned community. Click on the links at the bottom of the page to search all the planned communities ideal-LIVING has to offer!
- It’s very easy to meet new people.
- Everyone is in the same boat. Just about everyone who lives in a planned community is from somewhere else.
- All the amenities you can ask for. From golf to boating to pickleball and everything in between, you’re sure to find an amenity to meet your needs.
- Clubs, clubs, and more clubs…from golf to social clubs to philanthropy, if you can’t find a club you like, you can always start one.
- Health and Wellness, most planned communities have fitness centers with swimming pools. Many have a fitness director who will get you into shape and help you stay that way.
- A greater sense of security exists in gated communities.
- Maintains a sense of architectural integrity.
- Homes in planned communities generally have increasing home values.
- Some master planned communities are self-sustaining with a grocery store, restaurants, shops, school, and medical facilities.
- Beautifully maintained landscapes abound.
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Albemarle Plantation - North Carolina Gated Communities
Hertford , North Carolina
On the North Carolina's Inner Banks is a golf and marina community with a lifestyle like no other! Perched between historic Edenton and Elizabeth City, NC, it's an easy drive to any major city along the coast going north or south. With easy access to Tidewater Virginia and the Outer Banks of North Carolina, you will experience small town charm and big city culture at its finest.Read More...
NC
Latitude Margaritaville Daytona
Daytona Beach, Florida
You've earned a life where every day feels like an escape. Find your paradise at Latitude Margaritaville, the 55-and-better community where fun and relaxation meet. Located in the heart of world-famous Daytona Beach, Florida - Latitude Margaritaville is a place where life rolls easy, neighbors are friends, and the party never ends. Inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett, your new home in paradise features exciting recreation, FINtastic dining and live entertainment.Read More...
FL
The Isles of Collier Preserve - Florida Gated Communities
Naples, Florida
Nestled within a pristine natural setting just minutes from downtown Naples and the vibrant 5th Avenue shopping and dining district, Florida's preeminent homebuilder is creating a colorful update of classic coastal living. Inspired by the timeless architecture and traditions of Old Naples, elegant new Minto homes will overlook miles of scenic kayak and biking trails.Read More...
FL
St. James Plantation - NC Gated Community
Southport, North Carolina
With its private oceanfront beach club, 81 holes of signature golf and Intracoastal Waterway marina, St. James Plantation personifies the relaxed coastal Carolina lifestyle.Read More...
NC
Southern Springs by Del Webb
Spring Hill, Tennessee
55+ Community Near Nashville TN is Southern Springs by Del Webb this Active Adult just South of Nashville is full of amenities and outdoor and indoor fun!Read More...
TN
Celadon
Beaufort, South Carolina
Located in SC's Lowcountry, a mere three miles from downtown Beaufort, this beautiful master-planned community allows you to focus on a simpler, happier, healthier life.Read More...
SC
Rarity Bay
Vonore, Tennessee
Rarity Bay on Tellico Lake is an award-winning gated lakefront community that combines waterfront living with mountain views and amenities that include a country club, championship golf course, tennis and pickleball facilities, swimming pool, community docks, horseback riding, hiking trails, and more. Come be a part of it and make the majestic Smoky Mountains and serene, clear waters of Tellico Lake the backdrop for your vacation home, second residence or forever home.Read More...
TN
Retire Tennessee Program Communities - TN Gated Communities
Nashville, Tennessee
Tennessee's rolling hills and invigorating mountains invite you to tune up your bicycle, dust off your golf clubs and take a deep breath. The most active years of your life await. Their beautiful climate and stunning scenery set the perfect state for chasing your passions. So come on outside and stretch your legs. Tennessee's got plenty of room to roam.Read More...
TN
Medley at Southshore Bay
Wimauma, Florida
Medley at Southshore Bay is designed especially for active adults who want the best life has to offer. The rich variety of amenities include a Metro lagoon by Crystal Lagoons, with 5.5 acres of crystal-clear blue waters, ideal for swimming and kayaking. Residents will enjoy private amenities including a social clubhouse, resort-style pool and tiki bar, a dog park, walking trails, golf-cart paths and more!Read More...
FL
The Retreat at Poland Hill
Chantilly, Virginia
The Retreat at Poland Hill is centrally located in Loudoun County just off Route 50 in Chantilly, VA. This new neighborhood offers single family homes and villas for active adults 55 and older. At The Retreat at Poland Hill you will have quick access to dining, shopping and entertainment, as well as the convenience of living close to family, where you can spend more time with those that matter most!Read More...
VA
Live Sarasota
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
We are your full service real estate connection to the Gulf Coast - Tampa, St.Pete, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Sarasota, Siesta Key, and Venice Florida. As Buyers' agents, with 30+ combined years of local knowledge and experience- we are your advocate as well as your advisor, with NO COST TO YOU.Read More...
FL
SweetBay
Panama City, Florida
Alongside more than five miles of bay-front shoreline in northwest Florida lies the perfect coastal community. A place where the best of nature meets the best of neighbors. A place where every square foot of your home, your neighborhood and your favorite gathering spot was overseen with masterful planning and architectural design. At SweetBay, we see things differently.Read More...
FL
Compass Pointe - North Carolina Coastal Communities
Leland, North Carolina
Compass Pointe is more than a community. It's a destination. Only 10 minutes from historic downtown Wilmington, NC, and 20 minutes from Wrightsville Beach, it is the very best of coastal North Carolina.Read More...
NC
Miralon
Palm Springs, California
This is Miralon. Where modern new homes in Palm Springs blend with parks, miles of trails and olive groves in a prime desert location. New experiences are as simple as stepping outside. Whether it's tranquil, artsy, eclectic or organic, more or less everything is right where you want it.Read More...
CA
Riverlights
Wilmington, North Carolina
Enter the home of your dreams and the lifestyle you crave in RiverLights ™, Wilmington's newest waterfront community. Designed to foster a coastal, wellness-centered environment, RiverLights offers the energy of a city amid miles of tranquil beauty. Set along the naturally magnificent Cape Fear River, it's a new kind of community that celebrates family, honors nature and breathes new life into Southern heritage.Read More...
NC
Birchwood at Brambleton in Northern Virginia
Brambleton, Virginia
Life Refreshes at 55! Birchwood at Brambleton is the freshest, youngest feeling 55+ community in Northern Virginia. In fact, it is outright fun - tailor-made for people who never learned how to act their age and perfectly located for keeping connected.Read More...
VA
On Top of the World Communities - Florida 55+ Communities
Ocala, Florida
Renowned for beautiful homes and an unrivaled method that combines top-notch programming, talented staffing and incredible amenities, On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, FL, is truly a leader in creating quality lifestylesRead More...
FL
Palmetto Creek of the Carolinas - North Carolina Gated Communities
Bolivia, North Carolina
Imagine the serenity of a completely nature front community lined with palmetto palms and walking trails created for long walks and naturalist activities. Located just minutes from Southeast North Carolina's beautiful beaches, Palmetto Creek offers nature and wildlife beauty up closeRead More...
NC
Encore at Viridian
Arlington, Texas
Encore by David Weekley Homes will soon offer a new 55 plus lifestyle community in Arlington, TX. You will shortly be able to enjoy thoughtfully-designed one-story homes and bright, open floor plans.Read More...
TX
Latitude Margaritaville Hilton Head
Hardeeville, South Carolina
Your Latitude! You've earned a life where every day feels like an escape. Find your paradise at Latitude Margaritaville, the 55-and-better lifestyle where fun and relaxation meet. Inspired by the legendary music and lifestyle of singer, songwriter and best-selling author Jimmy Buffett, this is where life rolls easy, neighbors are friends and the party never ends. Awesome recreation, FINtastic dining and entertainment will make the town center the place to be and just a golf cart ride away. Masterfully crafted new Latitude homes let you hang your hat where your heart is.Read More...
SC
Del Webb Bexley
Land O Lakes, Florida
Del Webb Bexley is a 55 Plus Active Adult community near Tampa in Land O Lakes FL. Love life to the fullest in this gated, master-planned community. Enjoy the coastal life of Florida.Read More...
FL
Grand Highlands at Bearwallow Mountain - NC Mountain Communities
Hendersonville, North Carolina
Unparalleled panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and pristine forests. This award winning mountain top community is removed without being remote. It is minutes from the conveniences of Hendersonville, NC and the Asheville Airport. Ideal altitude from 3,200 to 3,800 feet to enjoy cool summers without the harsh winters.Read More...
NC
Encore at Briar Chapel
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Encore by David Weekley Homes is an exclusive 55+ section within the master planned community of Briar Chapel. With a great location in Chapel Hill, you'll enjoy thoughtfully-designed one-story homes and bright, open floor plans. These exceptional homes are situated on 45-foot and 55-foot homesites and feature expanded Outdoor Living Areas for entertaining.Read More...
NC
Amelia National Golf & Country Club - Florida Gated Golf Communities
Fernandina Beach, Florida
Tom Fazio golf and country club affords golfing, tennis, resort-style swimming pool, snack-bar, lounge and fine dining, gym, walking trails and 24-hour manned and gated guardhouse. Three miles from Amelia Island, close to beaches, historic-district and marina.Read More...
FL
Savannah Quarters ® - Modern Savannah Living.
Pooler, Georgia
Developed by Freehold Communities, Savannah Quarters, Savannah Quarters is a master planned community ideally located less than 15 minutes from the center of historic Savannah, GA.Read More...
GA
WaterSong at RiverTown
St Johns,
WaterSong at RiverTown is now open! As a Florida 55+ Active Adult Community, now is the time to enjoy a carefree active lifestyle centered on fun and enjoying life. Located along the banks of the St. Johns River, WaterSong features magnificent resort-style amenities. Find your dream home today!Read More...
FL
K. Hovnanian's® Four Seasons at Victory at Verrado
Buckeye, Arizona
Offers single-family new homes in a beautiful desert setting with a wide variety of community amenities. Enjoy 55+ Living with K Hovnanian Homes.Read More...
AZ
Mount Vintage
North Augusta, South Carolina
Mount Vintage is a well-established 2,000 acre private community conveniently located just a few miles from Augusta, GA and Aiken, SC. Carefully planned to enhance the natural beauty and tranquility of this setting...it is truly one of a kind.Read More...
SC
Pacific Lots and Homes of Costa Rica - Costa Rica Real Estate
Ojochal, Costa Rica
Pacific Lots represents that largest development for North Americans in Costa Rica. Now in our 26th year, we have developed 17 phases in the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica. We are the largest builder of Custom Homes in Costa Rica and offer turn key rental services for our clients.Read More...
CRI
Solivita — Taylor Morrison
Kissimmee, Florida
At Solivita, every part of our 4,300 acres, 150,000-square-feet of amazing amenities and fifteen distinctive home designs was imagined and executed solely with you in mind. Boasting over 150,000-square-feet of amenities within this award-winning 55+ community, Solivita in Florida is the perfect place to call home.Read More...
FL