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Senior Living by Region

Florida is a diverse state with distinct regions, each offering a unique lifestyle for seniors. From the emerald waters of the Panhandle to the cosmopolitan Gold Coast, discover which region matches your ideal retirement lifestyle.

Northwest Florida

Panhandle

Northwest Florida — often called the Panhandle — stretches along the Gulf of Mexico from the historic naval city of Pensacola east to Panama City Beach. The reg…

45 communities
$3,699 avg. starting
PensacolaTallahasseeDestinPanama City
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North Central Florida

North Central Florida is the heart of horse country and home to the University of Florida. The region features rolling green hills, natural freshwater springs, …

30 communities
$3,735 avg. starting
GainesvilleOcala
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Northeast Florida

First Coast

Northeast Florida — the First Coast — blends the urban energy of Jacksonville, Florida's largest city by area, with the colonial charm of St. Augustine, the old…

65 communities
$3,536 avg. starting
JacksonvilleSt. Augustine
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Central Florida

Central Florida is the state's tourism and population center, anchored by Orlando and its world-famous theme parks. But beyond the attractions, the region has q…

114 communities
$3,520 avg. starting
OrlandoKissimmeeLakeland
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Space Coast

Central East Florida

Florida's Space Coast runs along the Atlantic Ocean from Daytona Beach south through Melbourne and Palm Bay. Named for the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canavera…

97 communities
$3,398 avg. starting
Daytona BeachMelbournePalm Bay
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Tampa Bay

Central West Florida

Tampa Bay is one of Florida's most dynamic metro areas, spanning Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater along the Gulf coast. The region combines world-class bea…

236 communities
$3,565 avg. starting
TampaSaint PetersburgClearwater
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Southwest Florida

Southwest Florida is known for its pristine Gulf beaches, championship golf courses, and upscale communities that attract retirees from across the country. Napl…

96 communities
$4,109 avg. starting
NaplesFort MyersCape Coral
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Treasure Coast

The Treasure Coast encompasses Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties along Florida's east coast, named for the Spanish treasure ships that sank offshore …

82 communities
$3,228 avg. starting
Port Saint Lucie
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Gold Coast

Southeast Florida

The Gold Coast is Florida's most cosmopolitan corridor, running from West Palm Beach through Fort Lauderdale. This densely populated region offers world-class h…

183 communities
$3,799 avg. starting
Fort LauderdaleHollywoodBoca RatonWest Palm BeachBoynton BeachCoral SpringsWellington
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Miami Metro

The Miami metro area is a vibrant international hub where Latin American and Caribbean cultures blend with American innovation. Home to Jackson Health System, o…

736 communities
$3,585 avg. starting
MiamiHialeahHomesteadMiami Gardens
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