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Living in a luxury and stunning gated community provides residents with many benefits including privacy, safety, and endless social and recreational activities. A big perk to living in a gated neighborhood is the limited access entry, usually overseen by management and staff at gatehouses who guarantee 24/7 security and surveillance systems. Residents also appreciate the well-kept properties, low-maintenance homes, and resort-style amenities like golf courses, swimming pools, pickleball, fitness centers, parks, walking paths, and more.

Many exclusive gated communities may even boast unique luxury features like private airstrips, resorts, and top-notch restaurants. Whether you're looking for a home in a gated community that's move-in ready or prefer new development offering customizable construction options, your quest for top-notch security in the ideal luxury community to call home begins right here. Search by your desired state/region, then explore each luxury gated community by seeing photos, learning more about stunning amenities and available homes, and requesting information.

Why Luxury Gated Communities Are So Attractive

One notable feature of many exclusive luxury communities across the country is that their entrances are gated to prevent non-residents from entering without visitor permission. There may be a manned gatehouse team for security or gated community access could be controlled by an electronic device that’s placed in residents’ cars.

Living in a stunning gated community gives residents an extra sense of enhanced privacy and security. A gated community also helps to reduce traffic and preserve a quiet atmosphere, which makes it safer for children and pedestrians who enjoy time outside. With controlled access to the exclusive gated community, thieves and other nefarious individuals are less likely to wander in looking for an opportunity to commit a crime.

Gated neighborhoods are a lifestyle choice with a strong sense of community. Homeowners associations (HOA) at gated communities also often set high standards for the homes and amenities are how they are managed and maintained, which further helps preserve higher property values.

Here’s a closer look at what residents find so appealing about luxury gated communities:

Safety and Security

When residents are asked why they chose to live in a gated community, the top reason is security. Gates or barriers stop vehicles and deter outsiders from walking through the luxury community uninvited. Security cameras at the gates record the comings and goings of residents and their guests.

With controlled access and reduced traffic, joggers, children riding their bikes, dog walkers, and other residents worry less during their day-to-day life!

Privacy and Sense of Community

In a luxury gated community, it’s common for neighbors to hold parties and events for those who live there. Socializing builds strong bonds between neighbors, who tend to watch out for each other within luxury communities.

Residents of these tight-knit luxury communities can enjoy stunning onsite amenities such as swimming pools, golf courses, and private lakes or beaches, without worrying about strangers interfering with their activities.

Protecting Your Investment

While gated communities can be expensive, condos, single-family homes, and villas in gated communities are highly coveted. The exclusivity of gated, master-planned communities is enhanced with beautifully designed custom homes and shared spaces, as well as luxury amenities–all of which help preserve or increase the value of your home.

HOAs in gated communities also have strict rules and regulations about the exterior appearance of the stunning homes to preserve the appearance of continuity and belonging.

How to Find the Perfect Exclusive Gated Community

Private Communities gives you direct access to more than 150 gated communities from California to states up and down the east coast, as well as the Southeast United States, and more.

Take a deep dive into each area that catches your eye to learn more about the elevated and relaxing lifestyle you can enjoy at these exclusive gated communities!


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Sailfish Point Country Club

Stuart, Florida Gated Community
Stuart, Florida

Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal, this private sea island community offers five miles of shoreline, an oceanfront Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, a full-service marina with direct ocean access, and a beachfront country club. Nearly every home is waterfront or overlooks the golf course. Golf Villas, Patio Homes, Condos, and Estate homes from $1,500,000 - $47,000,000. Read More...

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SilverLeaf

St. Augustine, Florida Gated Community
St. Augustine, Florida

SilverLeaf is a Florida master-planned community in St. Augustine offering custom homes, resort-style amenities, and over 3,500 acres of preserved land. Located in Northeast Florida’s St. Johns County, this gated community features parks, pools, fitness centers, and more. With homes by ICI Homes and no CDD fees, SilverLeaf is ideal for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a vibrant lifestyle close to top shopping, dining, and regional airports. Lots priced from $15,000; Homes from the high $400,000s. Read More...

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SkySail

Naples, Florida Gated Community
Naples, Florida

SkySail is one of Collier County’s newest lifestyle communities in Naples, FL. The expansive amenity-rich community in Southwest Florida features low maintenance living among 246 acres of crystal-clear lakes. Amenities include a lake house, fitness center, resort pool, tennis and pickleball courts, fishing pier, kayak launch, and walking trails. Maintenance-assisted homes range from 1,407 square feet to 2,450 square feet. Priced from the low $500,000s. Read More...

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Solivita

Poinciana, Florida Gated Community
Poinciana, Florida

This Central Florida 55+ active adult community currently encompasses 12 neighborhoods with Tuscan-style detached and attached single-family homes. Amenities include two 18-hole championship golf courses, spa & fitness center, ballroom, 18 lighted tennis and pickleball courts and two restaurants. The community’s Waterfront Galleries include a computer lab, billiards parlor, library, and art studios. Homes priced from the $200,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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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 $5 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 $350,000 to $2 million and single-family homes from $1 million to $7 million. Read More...

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The Reserve at Grand Harbor

Vero Beach, Florida Gated Community
Vero Beach, Florida

On Florida’s Treasure Coast in Vero Beach, Grand Harbor is a luxury waterfront community surrounded by natural beauty and wildlife habitats. Residents enjoy two championship golf courses, a 126-slip marina, and a tennis and swim center. Six thoughtfully designed floorplans with modern architecture and high-end finishes from GHO Homes priced from $1.7 million to $3.5 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 mid $400,000s and up. 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 $800,000s. 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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West Hill Estates

Dade City, Florida Gated Community
Dade City, Florida

West Hill Estates is a Florida gated community in Dade City offering spacious custom homes, scenic surroundings, and modern conveniences. This all-age community in Central Florida features large homesites, upcoming recreational amenities, and a complimentary one-year membership to Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club. With easy access to Tampa and Orlando, residents enjoy a peaceful lifestyle with nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment. Lots priced from $45,000; Homes priced from the mid $700,000s. 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 high $300,000s to $500,000; Homes priced from the high $400,000s and up. Read More...

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