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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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Old Edwards Reserve at Lake Keowee

Sunset, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Sunset, South Carolina

With grand views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and 30 miles of shoreline on the majestic Lake Keowee, this 3,900-acre private, walkable community is perfect for families at any stage seeking the “right-sized” home. Close proximity to Clemson University. Lots priced from $44,900 to $1.5 million; Homes priced from the $1.5 million to $3.8 million. Read More...

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Palmetto Bluff

Bluffton, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

Nestled in South Carolina's scenic Lowcountry, Palmetto Bluff spans 20,000 acres with 32 miles of shoreline along the May, Cooper, and New rivers. The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy preserves the land, enhancing its waterfront, Inland Waterway, and wildlife-rich trails. The community offers two village centers, Wilson and Moreland, and the exclusive Palmetto Bluff Club with top-tier amenities. Highlights include the revamped Shooting Club, Wilson Lawn & Racquet Club, a 12-acre farm, Wilson Landing Marina, new King-Collins Crossroads nine hole golf course, and Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Real estate options range from 1/3-acre to 15-acre homesites priced from $500,000 to $5 million; homes from $2 million to $6 million+. Read More...

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Prince Creek

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Prince Creek in Murrells Inlet, SC, is a 2,800-acre master-planned golf community featuring South Carolina’s only TPC course. With both all-ages neighborhoods and gated 55+ sections, residents enjoy resort-style amenities, water access, fitness centers, and nearby beaches. Offering a range of homes from condos to luxury estates, this sought-after community combines coastal charm, convenience, and an active lifestyle near Myrtle Beach. Condos/Homes priced from the high $200,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Savannah Lakes Village

McCormick, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
McCormick, South Carolina

With two lakefront golf courses and 2,200 primary and vacation-home residents, this member-owned lakefront sporting community in western South Carolina is surrounded by 60,000 acres of protected forest land and state parks at the confluence of the Little River Blueway Adventure Region and Lake Thurmond. Lots priced from $25,000 to $200,000; Homes and Cottages from the $300,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Spring Island

Okatie, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Okatie, South Carolina

Private island community located in the heart of South Carolina’s Lowcountry, midway between Hilton Head Island and the coastal town of Beaufort. An Arnold Palmer golf course is the centerpiece, with 3,000 acres of lush maritime forest preserved for the exclusive enjoyment of no more than 400 families. Other amenities include a Sports Complex, an Outfitter Center, and an Equestrian Center with 35 miles of riding trails. Homes priced from $800,000 to $6 million; Lots from $250,000 to $800,000 million. Read More...

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Summers Corner

Summerville, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Summerville, South Carolina

This 55+ active-adult community offers a walkable lifestyle with an active village center, swim complex, 95-acre lake, walking trails, two on-site schools, and a performing arts center. Historic Charleston is just 35 minutes away. Priced from the low $300,000s to the high $400,000s. Read More...

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Sun City Carolina Lakes

Fort Mill, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Fort Mill, South Carolina

Sun City Carolina Lakes, a 55+ active adult community in Indian Land, South Carolina, blends tranquility and convenience just six miles south of Charlotte. Nestled along the Catawba River and a championship golf course, it offers resort-style amenities like pools, fitness centers, lakes, and walking trails. With a variety of well-designed homes, this vibrant community is perfect for active adults seeking a dynamic, enriched lifestyle. Condos, villas, and single-family homes priced from the high $300,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Sun City Hilton Head

Bluffton, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Bluffton, South Carolina

The largest 55+ active adult community in South Carolina, Sun City Hilton Head is home to 36 holes of championship golf, three amenity centers, a sports complex, fitness centers, two social halls, parks, community gardens, biking and hiking trails and over 100 clubs and resident community groups. Located 15 miles from Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Georgia, this coastal South Carolina community offers low-maintenance homes and villas priced from the mid $200,000s to over $2 million. Lots priced from $55,000 to $189,500. Read More...

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The Cliffs - Lake Region

Six Mile, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Six Mile, South Carolina

The Cliffs - Lake Region is a collection of three gated mountain-lake residential communities located on the shores of 18,500-acre Lake Keowee. Together these three properties offer a full complement of recreational activities, including a pair of signature golf courses designed by Tom Fazio and a signature golf course by Jack Nicklaus. Members have access to over $150 million in completed amenities at all seven Cliffs Communities. Homes priced from $1.3 million to $5.9 million; Lots from the $100,000s to $1 million. Read More...

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Wachesaw Plantation

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Once the site of two 18th century rice plantations, this gated golf community boasts a rich, South Carolina Lowcountry history. Its championship Tom Fazio golf course has been designated “Best in the Myrtle Beach Area” by Golf Digest. An elegant 18th century-style clubhouse, swimming pool complex and tennis courts complete the country club lifestyle. Homes priced from the high $200,000s to $2 million. Read More...

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Woodside

Aiken, South Carolina Lakefront Homes Community
Aiken, South Carolina

Located in the historic city of Aiken, South Carolina, Woodside covers more than 2,800 acres of rolling countryside and offers classic country club amenities combined with a diverse group of neighborhoods. This active community offers four championship golf courses, a pool, tennis, croquet, community gardening, two clubhouses, a wellness center and lakes for fishing and canoeing. Lots with wooded, golf, and lake views are priced from $60,000 to $150,000; Homes with low-maintenance living options from the $500,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Del Webb Southern Harmony

Murfreesboro, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Del Webb Southern Harmony is a premier 55+ active adult community in Middle Tennessee offering scenic countryside living with easy access to Nashville’s cultural attractions and top healthcare. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a 21,000+ sq. ft. clubhouse featuring pools, a fitness center, sport courts, and social spaces, along with walking trails, Veterans Park, and an open-air pavilion. The community’s low-maintenance, single-level homes are designed with upscale features and flexible spaces. Homes priced from the low $500,000s. Read More...

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Fairfield Glade

Fairfield Glade, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Fairfield Glade, Tennessee

This 12,500-acre community on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau encompasses five championship golf courses, 11 lakes for boating and fishing, marinas, fitness center, and tennis. Homes, Condos, Villas and Townhomes are priced from $300,000 to $1.2 million; Lots from $10,000 to $300,000. Read More...

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Rarity Bay

Vonore, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Vonore, Tennessee

Set in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this private golf and equestrian community is located on a scenic peninsula with 10 miles of shoreline along Lake Tellico in East Tennessee. Amenities include 18 holes of championship golf, an equestrian center with 10 miles of riding trails, clubhouse, swim & tennis club, activity center and private boat docks. Lots priced from $19,900 to $595,000; Condos and Homes from $139,900 to $2.8 million. Read More...

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Tellico Village

Loudon, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Loudon, Tennessee

Situated along 40 miles of shoreline on Tellico Lake, this community offers year-round championship golf, lakefront views from almost every lot, and an active Yacht and Country Club. Located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with easy access to Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge. Lots priced from $25,000 to $500,000; Townhomes from $350,000; Homes from $400,000 to $1.5 million. Read More...

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Tuscanee in Tennessee

Butler, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Butler, Tennessee

Tuscanee is a peaceful Tennessee lake community in Butler, blending Tuscan charm with Appalachian beauty. Set near Watauga Lake, it offers lake access, outdoor recreation, vineyard living, and proximity to ski resorts. With mountain and vineyard views, Tuscanee is perfect for nature lovers seeking refined living and a slower pace. Homes range from cozy retreats to estate-style properties in this East Tennessee community. Lots priced from $49,900 to $400,000; Homes priced from $199,900 to $1.2 million. Read More...

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WindRiver

Lenoir City, Tennessee Lakefront Homes Community
Lenoir City, Tennessee

WindRiver is a gated lakefront and golf course community on Tellico Lake in East Tennessee. Carefully built among rolling hillsides and gently sloping shoreline, the community offers a range of lakefront, lake view and wooded home sites. Homesites available; Homes are priced from $1.5 million to $4 million+. Read More...

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Red Ledges

Heber City, Utah Lakefront Homes Community
Heber City, Utah

This four-season mountain community near Park City, Utah, offers a selection of estate home sites and luxurious Western-style cottages, with 18 holes of Jack Nicklaus signature golf, deluxe tennis and equestrian facilities and a private ski chalet at the neighboring Deer Valley Resort. Lots from $300,000+; Homes from $1.4 million to over $10 million. Read More...

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Birchwood at Brambleton

Ashburn, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Ashburn, Virginia

Birchwood at Brambleton is an award-winning, 55-plus community centrally located within the suburban Washington, DC area in Loudoun County, Virginia. In addition to a vibrant town center, Brambleton is home to numerous recreational amenities- including several parks, miles of trails, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, multiple sports fields, and an active community center. Buyers can select from a wide variety of neighborhoods and home offerings, each designed to meet the needs of families at every stage of their lives. Elevator brownstones priced from the low $700,000s. Courtyard homes priced from $1,000,000. Read More...

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Colonial Heritage

Williamsburg, Virginia Lakefront Homes Community
Williamsburg, Virginia

The lifestyle offered by this Williamsburg, Virginia active adult community combines small-town charm and city conveniences with an $18 million amenities package, featuring an Arthur Hills championship golf course. Elegant low-maintenance single-family homes and townhomes are priced from the mid $300,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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