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Florida Gated Communities

Experience the ultimate in privacy, luxury, and security with Florida gated communities. Whether you’re searching for a waterfront retreat, golf course estate, or active adult community, Florida offers an exceptional selection of private, gated neighborhoods to suit a variety of lifestyles. From the Florida Panhandle to Southeast Florida, Private Communities Registry (PCR) is the trusted resource for discovering the best gated communities in Florida. With decades of expertise in luxury real estate, PCR connects homebuyers with exclusive communities in Orlando, Fort Myers, Ocala, Jacksonville, Central Florida, Southwest Florida, and beyond.

Types of Gated Communities in Florida

Florida is home to a wide range of gated communities, each offering unique features and benefits. Some of the most sought-after gated communities in Florida include:

  • Golf Course Communities – Offering championship courses, private clubhouses, and resort-style amenities.
  • Waterfront & Coastal Communities – Featuring marinas, private docks, beach access, and breathtaking views.
  • 55+ Active Adult Communities – Designed for retirees seeking a vibrant lifestyle with social activities and wellness programs.
  • Luxury Estate Communities – Gated neighborhoods with high-end custom homes, elite security, and world-class amenities.
  • Equestrian Communities – Spacious properties with riding trails, stables, and equestrian facilities. These type of communities are part of what Ocala, Florida is known for.

Who Chooses to Live in Florida Gated Communities?

The demand for gated communities in Florida is driven by a variety of homebuyers who seek security, exclusivity, and a high-quality lifestyle. These communities attract:

  • Luxury buyers looking for high-end homes in premier Florida private communities.
  • Retirees interested in active adult gated communities with resort-style amenities.
  • Families seeking safe, family-friendly communities with top-rated schools.
  • Golfers and boaters who want access to private courses, marinas, and waterfront living.

Why Live in a Gated Community in Florida?

Florida gated communities offer many benefits, including:

  • Enhanced Privacy & Security – Gated access, private roads, and security personnel offer peace of mind.
  • Resort-Style Amenities – Many communities feature pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, and social clubs.
  • Exclusive & Prestigious Living – Homes are set in beautifully landscaped, well-maintained communities.
  • Prime Locations – Many gated communities are near beaches, golf courses, and vibrant city centers.

Where Are the Best Gated Communities in Florida?

Gated communities can be found throughout Florida, including:

  • Central Florida – Home to gated communities in Orlando and Ocala, offering convenience and natural beauty.
  • Southwest Florida – Featuring luxury gated communities in Fort Myers and Naples.
  • Southeast Florida – Exclusive Palm Beach, Boca Raton, and Miami-area communities.
  • Florida Panhandle – Serene, private communities with access to beaches and nature preserves.
  • Northeast Florida – Featuring golf and waterfront communities near Jacksonville and St. Augustine.

Florida Gated Community Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Homes in Florida gated communities range from luxury waterfront estates and custom golf course villas to modern townhomes and active adult residences. Properties often include high-end finishes, open floor plans, and scenic views of lakes, golf courses, or the ocean.

Find Your Dream Home in a Florida Gated Community with PCR

For nearly 30 years, Private Communities Registry (PCR) has been the leading resource for discovering the best gated communities in Florida. Start your search today to explore community listings, view stunning properties, and connect with Florida's top private communities to find the perfect home for your lifestyle.


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Sun City Center

Sun City, Florida Gated Community
Sun City, Florida

Sun City Center is an award-winning 55-plus active adult community near Tampa, FL. Residents enjoy golf, multiple clubhouses and recreation centers, a town center with shopping and dining options, and a community hospital. Condos start at $125,000; Villas start at $175,000; Single-family homes start at $200,000. Read More...

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The Club at Ibis

West Palm Beach, Florida Gated Community
West Palm Beach, Florida

This established South Florida country club community features a unique trio of Nicklaus-family golf courses, including the acclaimed Legend course developed by golfing great Jack Nicklaus. Lots from $499,000; Single-family homes, condos, and townhomes within The Club at Ibis are priced from the $400,000s to over $1 million. Read More...

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The Club at Quail Ridge

Palm Beach County, Florida Gated Community
Palm Beach County, Florida

This established south Florida country club features two championship golf courses designed by Joe Lee, plus an active golf program. The Club at Quail Ridge also offers a fully staffed tennis center, fitness center and many social clubs and activities. It is a low-density community with Condos from the $350,000s to the $600,000s; Villas from the $600,000s to $2 million; Custom Homes from $1 million to $3 million. Read More...

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The Isles of Collier Preserve

Naples, Florida Gated Community
Naples, Florida

Hurry for Special Pricing on Final Phase, and for a limited time, receive $100,000 in free home options! Nestled within a natural setting just minutes from Downtown Naples, this community is a colorful update of classic coastal living. The Isles Club features a resort-style pool, fitness center, lap pool and resident-exclusive dining along the Cypress Waterway at The Overlook Bar & Grill. Villa homes priced from $500,000. Read More...

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The Moorings Yacht and Country Club

Vero Beach, Florida Gated Community
Vero Beach, Florida

This master-planned Treasure Coast community features an expansive private ocean beach, a Pete Dye golf course, a full-service marina and a clubhouse harboring a full complement of recreational amenities. Condos from $470,000 to $1.5 million and single-family homes from $1 million to $4 million. Read More...

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The Villages

The Villages, Florida Gated Community
The Villages, Florida

As the most expansive age-restricted master-planned community in Florida, The Villages spans three counties, over 20,000 acres, and encompasses 32 square miles. A self-sustaining town in Central Florida, the 55-plus community attracts retirees from all over the country. In addition to the community’s 50+ golf courses, the active adult community boasts several Town Squares and Amenity Centers, each with a unique blend of fitness and swimming facilities, sports courts, gathering spaces, meeting rooms, shopping and dining options, services, regular performances and entertainment, and thousands of social clubs and organizations. Real estate includes everything from patio and courtyard villas to cottage homes, designer homes, and luxury premier homes. Priced from $250,000 to $2 million. Read More...

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Valencia Parc at Riverland

Port St. Lucie, Florida Gated Community
Port St. Lucie, Florida

This 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, Florida offers resort-style amenities designed for active adults and new homes with luxury features. Amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, walking & biking trails, tennis & pickleball courts, bocce ball, and more. Homes priced from the high $500,000s. Read More...

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Verandah

Fort Myers, Florida Gated Community
Fort Myers, Florida

New single-family homes for sale at this gated Southwest Florida country club community are surrounded by the greens and fairways of two championship golf courses and hundreds of acres of lakes and nature preserves. Homes priced from the $500,000s. Read More...

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Villages of Citrus Hills

Citrus Hills, Florida Gated Community
Citrus Hills, Florida

Set amidst gently rolling hills in the heart of Citrus County along Florida's Nature Coast, the Villages of Citrus Hills is characterized as the state's only coastal locale appointed with lush vistas and rolling hills to 260 feet above sea level. Amenities include golf, tennis and fitness centers, fine dining, swimming and social clubs. Traditional single-family homes, detached villas and carriage homes priced from the $500,000s to $2 million. Read More...

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Vistera of Venice

Nokomis, Florida Gated Community
Nokomis, Florida

Vistera of Venice is a new gated community offering single-family homes and paired villas in Venice, Florida. Located just east of I-75 near Sarasota, the community provides easy access to the vibrant downtown area, pristine Gulf Coast beaches, shopping, dining, schools, and medical facilities. A central amenity center features a pool, fitness center, and game room, while paved walking pathways and a bike share program encourage an active lifestyle. Home designs range from comfortable two- and three-bedroom villas to expansive three- to five-bedroom single-family homes. Priced from the $400,000s to the $600,000s. Read More...

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WaterSong at RiverTown

St. Johns, Florida Gated Community
St. Johns, Florida

WaterSong at RiverTown is an exclusive 55+ master-planned community in St. John’s County, FL. Specifically designed for active adults, amenities exclusive to WaterSong residents include a clubhouse with resort-style pool, lap pool, outdoor spa, fitness center, bocce and pickleball courts, and more. Additional RiverTown amenities are also available to WaterSong homeowners which provides access to the RiverClub and RiverHouse facilities. Homes and villas ranging from 1,431 to 2,554 square feet start in the mid $300,000s. Read More...

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Westlake

City of Westlake, Florida Gated Community
City of Westlake, Florida

This South Florida master-planned community features new townhomes, single-family and luxury estate homes with resort-style amenities at the 15-acre Westlake Adventure Park, including a lagoon pool and tower slide, adventure playground, on-site concessions, event lawn, BMX pump park, basketball courts, dog park and more. Palm Beach County healthcare, golf courses, beaches, cultural attractions, and entertainment venues are easily accessible. Homes priced from the mid $300,000s. Read More...

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Willoughby Golf Club

Stuart, Florida Gated Community
Stuart, Florida

An Arthur Hills golf course is the centerpiece of this exclusive South Florida community, situated between Palm Beach and Vero Beach in the charming city of Stuart. Residents embrace an active lifestyle, including tennis, social clubs and community events throughout the year. Single-family homes and luxury estates are priced from just under $300,000 to $1.5 million. Read More...

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Windward at Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota, Florida Gated Community
Sarasota, Florida

This new gated community located within the award-winning master-planned community of Lakewood Ranch features a British West Indies design with resort-style amenities and Dutch Colonial architecture. Amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis & pickleball courts, walking & biking trails, parks, sports fields, a playground, and more. Paired Villas priced from the $500,000s to the $600,000s; Homes priced from the $500,000s to the mid $800,000s. Read More...

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Woodland Preserve

Parrish, Florida Gated Community
Parrish, Florida

Woodland Preserve is a new 55+ active adult community by Kolter Homes in Parrish, FL, near the Sarasota-Bradenton area. With around 420 homes offering flexible, customizable floorplans, this gated neighborhood provides easy access to Bradenton, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, and Tampa. The community features a clubhouse, fitness center, pickleball courts, an outdoor pool, and scenic preserves, promoting an active and social lifestyle. Buyers can choose from seven unique home designs, with extensive customization options available. Priced from the mid $400,000s. Read More...

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