Top 7 Florida Communities for Retirees & Relocators

Thinking about moving to Southwest Florida? Whether you’re retiring, downsizing, or just chasing a better lifestyle, choosing the right community is key. To make it easier, here are seven standout communities that offer sunshine, lifestyle, and smart value—each with its own unique flavor.

🏡 1. Pelican Preserve – Fort Myers

Best For: 55+ Active Adults Who Love Social Living
Pelican Preserve is a premier 55+ gated community with golf, tennis, multiple pools, a movie theater, walking trails, and an on-site restaurant. It’s like living at a resort—with activities for every interest.

Highlights: Golf carts welcome, full-time activities director, low-maintenance homes
Home Types: Condos, villas, and single-family homes
Nearby: Gulf Coast Town Center, RSW Airport, hospitals

📉 2. Babcock Ranch – Punta Gorda / NE Fort Myers

Best For: Eco-Conscious Families & Retirees
America’s first solar-powered town blends new construction with walkability, trails, and a family-friendly town square. Great for those who want a community feel, newer homes, and modern sustainability.

Highlights: Solar energy, lakeside boardwalk, town events
Home Types: New construction, single-family, villas
Nearby: Babcock Wilderness Preserve, Route 31 corridor

🏠 3. The Place at Estero – Estero

Best For: Resort-Lifestyle Buyers
Want it all without leaving your neighborhood? The Place offers a massive resort pool, splash park, restaurant, bar, fitness center, pickleball courts, and more. It’s like vacation—but it’s home.

Highlights: Gated luxury, community restaurant/bar, dog park
Home Types: Newer single-family homes
Nearby: Coconut Point, Miromar Outlets, I-75

🏞️ 4. Valencia Bonita – Bonita Springs

Best For: Upscale 55+ Living
This GL Homes community is one of the most luxurious active adult options in Southwest Florida. It’s designed exclusively for 55+ buyers with high-end amenities and modern floor plans.

Highlights: Social clubs, spa, fitness, resort pool, gated
Home Types: Newer single-family homes and villas
Nearby: Bonita Beach, Barefoot Beach, Naples shopping

🌊 5. Cape Harbour – Cape Coral

Best For: Boaters & Waterfront Lifestyle Seekers
Cape Harbour blends luxury condos, waterfront dining, and marina access. If boating is your lifestyle, this is your launchpad to the Gulf.

Highlights: Marina, restaurants, art galleries, sunset views
Home Types: High-rise condos, waterfront homes
Nearby: Yacht Club Beach, Tarpon Point, downtown Cape Coral

🏢 6. Del Webb Oak Creek – Fort Myers

Best For: 55+ Buyers Seeking New Construction
This brand-new Del Webb community is ideal for those who want the latest designs and a social, active lifestyle. Still growing—so it’s a great time to get in early.

Highlights: Brand new clubhouse, activities, pool, fitness
Home Types: Villas and single-family homes
Nearby: Gulf Coast Town Center, Daniels Parkway corridor

🌆 7. Downtown Fort Myers River District

Best For: Walkable, Cultural Living
Want shops, dining, events, and riverfront views all within walking distance? The historic River District delivers charm and convenience in one package.

Highlights: Weekly events, restaurants, marina, culture
Home Types: Historic homes, condos, mid-rise buildings
Nearby: Centennial Park, art walk, Fort Myers Yacht Basin

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