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prices and amenities in different locations master-planned communities are located in city with many services and amenities, which
around the state. Those over age 55, for the Sunshine State’s most popular locations, command a higher monthly maintenance fee.
example, might want to compare the including Sarasota/Bradenton, Naples, However, if the purchase price and monthly
offerings at On Top of the World in Ocala Sunrise, Palm Beach County, Port St. Lucie, fees are a big consideration, you may prefer a
with The Villages northeast of Orlando. Daytona Beach and coming soon to smaller building with a pool, spa or entertain-
Again, a real estate professional can help Watersound in the Florida Panhandle. Minto ment area—or no amenities at all.
you make a well-informed decision. offers a home style for every lifestyle, from Condos have been a major part of the
waterfront condominiums to townhomes Florida market since the 1970s, so the age
RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS and coach homes, villas and single-family and condition of a building can affect its
If you’re considering a move to Florida, be homes—priced from the low US$200s to desirability and price. A recently constructed
aware there are some differences in home over $1.5 million. residence may have a more appealing
design and construction compared with In addition, Latitude Margaritaville is a design, new appliances, marble baths and
houses in cooler climates. For instance, few new portfolio of active adult communities other modern features compared to an older
Florida homes have a basement because of developed by the global lifestyle brand unit that has never been updated. However,
the underlying hard limestone rock and Margaritaville and Minto. Offering resort- the older unit may still appeal to buyers on a
high ground-water level. Newer homes may style amenities, Latitude Margaritaville is the tight budget.
be more spacious and feature modern ideal destination for those looking to live the
kitchens, baths, flooring and fixtures. Margaritaville lifestyle as they grow older, SEASONAL RENTALS
A number of leading homebuilders in but not up. The communities feature a If you love the Florida lifestyle, but aren’t
Florida develop residential communities resort-style pool, fitness activities, game and ready to buy, consider a seasonal rental. You
throughout the state. Minto Communities hobby rooms, arts and learning programs, can enjoy the beach, boating, golf, shopping
USA, based in Florida since 1978, has live entertainment, signature Margaritaville and all the attractions for several weeks or
represented integrity and value to food and beverage concepts, and more. The months without making a permanent
homeowners for over 40 years. Minto builds first Latitude Margaritaville community in financial commitment. It is also an excellent
exceptional new homes and communities to Daytona Beach was ranked the nation’s most way to “sample” different locations and
meet every lifestyle, with more than 25,000 popular active adult community of 2018 by lifestyles to see where you feel most
new homes built in 48 communities. Minto 55Places.com. comfortable if you do decide to purchase in
is dedicated to continuous improvement in Condos and apartment buildings vary the future.
design quality and customer experience. widely in design and construction and often Almost any type of home, condo or
Featuring award-winning homes and develop distinct “personalities.” A high-rise apartment around the state can be used as a
world-class recreational amenities, Minto’s condo with 600 units is akin to a miniature seasonal rental. For example, Royal Shell
offers hundreds of quality vacation rentals
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on Sanibel and Captiva, Fort Myers, Bonita
Springs, Naples and other locations in
Southwest Florida, as well as in the Ocala
area in Central Florida. Similarly, Wyndham
Vacation Rentals manages Florida vacation
rentals in Orlando as well as across the
Panhandle.