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Lakefront Communities

Whether boating, fishing, kayaking, strolling along the beach or boardwalk, or simply enjoying the waterfront sunset, lake communities offer plenty of recreation and enjoyment—with equal parts peace and tranquility. Lakefront retirement communities are a popular choice for 55+ active adults, but many communities offer affordable lakefront homes for sale that appeal to families and residents of all ages.

Find Your Perfect Lakefront Community

Looking for the best lakefront communities to call home? Private Communities Registry (PCR) makes it easy to explore over 100 of the country's top lake communities, whether you're searching for a year-round residence, a lakefront retirement community, or an affordable lakefront community for a vacation home.

With nearly 30 years of experience connecting homebuyers with lifestyle communities, PCR is the go-to resource for finding gated lake communities, lakefront golf communities, and waterfront neighborhoods offering an unmatched quality of life.

Why Live in a Lakefront Community?

Living in a lakefront community offers stunning views, endless outdoor recreation, and a peaceful environment. Popular amenities include:

  • Private lake access for boating, fishing, and swimming
  • Marinas, docks, and waterfront dining
  • Clubhouses, golf courses, and fitness centers
  • Walking trails, nature preserves, and community events

From lakefront golf communities in the Southeast to affordable lakefront communities in the Midwest, there are options for every lifestyle and budget.

Where Are the Best Lakefront Communities?

Our directory makes it easy to search lake communities by region, state, or city. Popular areas include:

  • Southeast – North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida
  • Midwest – Tennessee, Oklahoma
  • West – Texas, Arizona, California

Wondering where to find the most affordable lakefront property? Many lakes in states like Tennessee, North Carolina, and Texas offer stunning waterfront homes at reasonable prices. If you're looking for the best lakeside communities for retirement, explore active adult communities with low-maintenance living and resort-style amenities.

Start your search today and connect directly with community representatives to find your ideal lakefront community!


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Sun City Center

Sun City, Florida Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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 Villages

The Villages, Florida Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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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Waterset

Apollo Beach, Florida Lakefront Homes Community
Apollo Beach, Florida

Waterset is a master-planned community located in Apollo Beach, Florida, just south of Tampa Bay. Designed on the belief that meaningful connections build a strong community, Waterset offers a variety of amenities including gathering places, parks and trails, and fitness stations. Waterset provides easy access to three major roadways along with shopping, dining, and entertainment. New homes are priced from the high $300,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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WaterSong at RiverTown

St. Johns, Florida Lakefront Homes 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 Lakefront Homes 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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Willoughby Golf Club

Stuart, Florida Lakefront Homes 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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Woodland Preserve

Parrish, Florida Lakefront Homes 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 $399,990 to $597,990. Read More...

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Cresswind at Spring Haven

Newnan, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Newnan, Georgia

Cresswind Spring Haven is a 55-plus community in Newnan, Georgia near Atlanta. The new Georgia community from Kolter Homes is designed for active adults with resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis, pickleball, walking trails, dog park, and more. Homebuyers can choose from a variety of premium Georgia real estate with new collections of floorplans designed for a low-maintenance 55+ lifestyle. Homes priced from the $400,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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Cresswind Georgia at Twin Lakes

Hoschton, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Hoschton, Georgia

This gated 55+ Georgia master-planned community of Twin Lakes features a clubhouse, swimming pool, walking trails, two recreational lakes, and the largest pickleball facility in Georgia. Just 40 miles from Atlanta, residents have quick access to many of Georgia's top attractions, including the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake Lanier, and Athens. Homes priced from the high $400,000s to $1 million. Read More...

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Cumberland Harbour

St. Marys, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
St. Marys, Georgia

The site of an HGTV Dream Home, this St. Marys, Georgia gated community is set on a 1,100-acre maritime peninsula surrounded by the St. Marys River, The North River, and the Intracoastal Waterway. Along with opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking & canoeing, residents have access to a central clubhouse, fitness center, aquatics center with three swimming pools, tennis courts, and walking & biking trails. Lots priced from $30,000 to $400,000; Homes from $425,000 to $1 million. Read More...

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Lake Arrowhead

Waleska, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Waleska, Georgia

Buyers at this gated resort community just outside Atlanta can choose from a wide range of homes, townhomes, and villas nestled among the North Georgia mountains of Cherokee County with private amenities and easy access to shops, services, and hospitals. Single-level living ranch homes, Mountain Cottages, and Lakeview townhomes are available for sale with prices from the high $300,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Reynolds Lake Oconee

Greensboro, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Greensboro, Georgia

Just east of Atlanta, Reynolds Lake Oconee is a private waterfront community where members from around the country thrive, and where passions and friendships flourish. Residents enjoy six championship golf courses, a lakefront Ritz-Carlton®, 11 unique culinary outlets, the Sandy Creek Sporting Grounds and a range of acclaimed amenities. Homesites priced from $300,000 to $2.5 million and homes from $1 million to $5 million+. Read More...

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Waterfall at Lake Burton

Clayton, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Clayton, Georgia

Situated on a North Georgia mountaintop, this gated golf community is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and Chattahoochee National Forest. Waterfall Club’s Scott Pool mountain golf course features 18 holes, including the signature second hole above a 215-foot cascading waterfall. Club amenities include a clubhouse, athletic center, dock and boat rentals. Lots priced from $40,000 to $500,000; Homes priced from $1.2 million to $3.8 million. Read More...

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Waterways

Richmond Hill, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
Richmond Hill, Georgia

This gated community on Georgia’s historic colonial coast features gracious, low country-style homes and an outdoor lifestyle with an emphasis on water activities and wellness. Residents enjoy kayaking and canoeing, fishing, walking & biking trails, a swimming pool, fitness center, marina, clubhouse, community gardens, and a calendar of social activities. Lots priced from the $100,000s; Townhomes from the $300,000s; Homes from the $400,000s to $900,000. Read More...

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Winding River

St. Marys, Georgia Lakefront Homes Community
St. Marys, Georgia

This coastal Georgia community is located in the historic town of St. Marys, just a short drive from Cumberland Island beaches and big city attractions in Jacksonville, FL. Amenities include a clubhouse, 24/7 fitness center, swimming pools, pickleball courts, nature trails, fishing lakes, playgrounds, sports fields, and more. Lots priced from $36,000 to $99,000; Homes priced from $290,000 to $500,000+. Read More...

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