Don’t let the terms “Retirement Communities” or “55+” scare you away because in Sarasota, these communities are far from sleepy. Here those of us who are “55+” enjoy the top tier of active retirement living. Cascades & LakeRidge falls are like sister communities: both active 55+ neighborhoods with a wide range of amenities located just north of University Parkway.
Cascades
Located in north Sarasota, Cascades is a gated, maintenance-free resort notable for its gorgeous entry visible from Lockwood Ridge and the beautifully landscaped grounds.
Neighborhood amenities include:
- 25,000 sq ft clubhouse featuring a wide array of activities
- Wellness area includes spa, exercise facility, and men’s and women’s saunas/showers
- Indoor/outdoor swimming pool
- 6 Har-Tru tennis courts with Pro Shop
- 3 bocce ball courts
- Full-time activities director on staff
LakeRidge Falls
LakeRidge Falls is an active 55+ gated community located just north of University Parkway on Tuttle Avenue. Built in 2001, the neighborhood includes 16 scenic lakes, a preserve area, extensive paved walking paths and beautiful, green and flourishing grounds. LakeRidge Falls is comprised of three different neighborhoods which provide different housing options: Stirling Falls - single family homes, Victoria Falls - duplexes, and Sandstone Falls -garden villas in quads or 6-plexes.
Neighborhood amenities include:
- Clubhouse with gym
- Resort-style pool & spa
- 2 Bocce ball courts
- Library & computer workstations
- Wide array of clubs & social groups
Price Range: $350,000 - $800,000