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Lakewood Ranch · Resort style · 55 and over · New construction

Del Webb Catalina in Lakewood Ranch

Del Webb Catalina is a 55+ community in Lakewood Ranch with a 15-acre resort amenity campus on the edge of a 70-acre lake.

At a glance

Del Webb Catalina at a glance

A new gated 55 plus community planned for 1,300 homes in Lakewood Ranch, with a 35,000 square foot clubhouse, nearly 200 acres of lakes, and over 12 miles of trails.

Airport
SRQ, 36 min drive
Builders
Pulte Homes (Del Webb)
Lifestyle
Resort style, 55 and over, New construction

The area

Living in Del Webb Catalina

Overview of Del Webb Catalina

New homes from
$349,990 (2026)
Home types
Single family and attached homes, 1,405 to 3,970 sq ft
Age restriction
55 plus active adult community
Built
Now selling; 1,300 homes planned (2026)
Gated
Yes
School district
Manatee County: Lake Manatee K-8, Lakewood Ranch High (Rangeland High from 2027 to 2028)
I-75
About 15 min drive

About Del Webb Catalina at Lakewood Ranch

  • 35,000 sq ft clubhouse with a wellness center, saunas, arts and crafts rooms, and a restaurant
  • Nearly 200 acres of lakes and just over 101 acres of preserve, with more than 12 miles of trails
  • Tennis, pickleball, bocce, and a pet park
  • Within 20 miles of Sarasota and the Gulf Coast beaches

Del Webb Catalina suits buyers 55 and older who want an active, social routine with amenities close to home. Before buying, know that the community is age restricted, so review the occupancy rules carefully. Maintenance is listed among the community features, so ask exactly what the association covers and how fees are structured. With four home series and a wide range of sizes, compare floor plans closely. Contact Janelle Mertins for current listings and a private tour of Del Webb Catalina.

Thinking about a move to Del Webb Catalina at Lakewood Ranch? Janelle can tell you which neighborhoods fit the way you live. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Schools near Del Webb Catalina

Assigned schools depend on the address; confirm with the school district. Florida school grades from the Department of Education (opens in a new tab)

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Restaurants near Del Webb Catalina

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Things to do near Del Webb Catalina

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Parks and outdoors near Del Webb Catalina

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Shopping near Del Webb Catalina

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Health care near Del Webb Catalina

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Getting around near Del Webb Catalina

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Del Webb Catalina homes for sale: the market in September 2026

The 1 listing in Del Webb Catalina on September 24, 2026 (1 single-family home) was listed at $429,900, about $268 per square foot.

Wondering what homes in Del Webb Catalina at Lakewood Ranch are really selling for? Janelle will tell you straight. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

What to know before you buy in Del Webb Catalina

  • What the HOA and any CDD fees are, what they cover, and whether a transfer fee applies at closing
  • Call or text Janelle before you visit a model home or register on a builder's website, so she can represent you
  • Rental and lease rules, if you may rent the home out
  • Drive times at the hours you would really travel, to work, to SRQ, and to the beaches

Buying in Del Webb Catalina? Janelle can walk you through it before you make an offer. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

Del Webb Catalina FAQ

Is Del Webb Catalina at Lakewood Ranch a 55+ community?

Yes. Del Webb Catalina is a 55+ community at Lakewood Ranch. It is listed as age restricted and offers a resort lifestyle with a Lifestyle Director who plans activities and events for residents.

What amenities does Del Webb Catalina offer?

Amenities include a 15-acre resort amenity campus on a 70-acre lake, 12 pickleball courts (8 covered), tennis, bocce ball, a resort pool, spa, grand clubhouse, wellness and fitness centers, Blue Harbor Grille, golf simulator, art studio, and dog park.

What size homes are available at Del Webb Catalina?

Del Webb Catalina offers 4 home series, with homes ranging from 1,448 to over 3,970 square feet. The community is planned for 1,300 homes, giving buyers a variety of options to fit their lifestyle.

Have a question about Del Webb Catalina at Lakewood Ranch that is not answered here? Ask Janelle. Email Janelle or call (813) 394-3313.

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Climate

Weather, month by month

Average high and low in °F, and rain in inches, for each month.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)

  1. Janhigh 72.5°low 52.3°2.8 in
  2. Febhigh 74.9°low 54.6°1.9 in
  3. Marhigh 78.2°low 58.1°2.9 in
  4. Aprhigh 82.5°low 62.7°2.5 in
  5. Mayhigh 87.5°low 68.2°2.6 in
  6. Junhigh 90.0°low 73.6°7.1 in
  7. Julhigh 91.1°low 75.2°7.4 in
  8. Aughigh 91.5°low 75.3°9.1 in
  9. Sephigh 90.2°low 74.1°6.0 in
  10. Octhigh 86.3°low 68.3°2.8 in
  11. Novhigh 80.0°low 60.1°1.8 in
  12. Dechigh 75.2°low 55.2°2.3 in

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30 (NOAA National Hurricane Center, https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/climo/); June through September is the rainy season, with most afternoons bringing a short thunderstorm.

NOAA climate normals, 1991 to 2020, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ). Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020, station Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/products/land-based-station/us-climate-normals), as reproduced in the Sarasota, Florida climate table (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarasota,_Florida); read 2026-10-04.

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    Del Webb Catalina

    Attached villas and single-family homes, 1 and 2 stories, 17 floor plans, 13 quick move-ins

    $358,990 to $1,062,990

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  • Janelle is fantastic. We recently were able to sell our home in one week at 1% over asking price. I believe that the professional photos and staging coupled with Janelle helping us price competitively led to this success. We closed in one month and are so very grateful for Janelle and her help with the sale of our property.

    Bob Conner Google, October 7, 2026

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  • I highly recommend Janelle Mertins She is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. She is also very responsive and even made herself available after hours when needed. After working with several agents in the Sarasota area, Janelle truly stood out. Her professionalism and dedication made all the difference.

    Pools by Jeff Google, April 7, 2026

  • Janelle did a great job selling our house. We have worked with 4 realtors over the past 19 years in FL, and she was by far the best. She is very knowledgeable about the real estate market, and was great at communicating with us throughout the sales process. Her responses to our emails and texts were very detailed and timely. She was also very proactive with recommendations on how to get our house ready for sale, and she went above and beyond to make sure our house was sparkling clean and staged appropriately to make sure our house stood out compared to others. The video she created for our...

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