Sweetwater by Del Webb
In the heart of Jacksonville, with single-family homes, condos, villas and carriage homes.
The short answer: Sweetwater by Del Webb is a 55+ age-restricted community in Jacksonville, FL, Duval County, built by Del Webb. Resale only. Nearest beach: Jax Beach – 12 mi (17 min).
- County
- Duval County
- Builder
- Del Webb
- Status
- Resale only
- Nearest beach
- Jax Beach – 12 mi (17 min)
Reviewed September 2026 by Brian Sacks, SRES®. Confirm current inventory, HOA dues and any CDD with the builder or HOA before you buy.
Why buyers look at Sweetwater by Del Webb
- Move in on your timelineEvery home is a resale, so you can close in weeks instead of waiting months for construction.
- Upgrades are often already doneMany resales come with window treatments, landscaping, screened lanais and other upgrades that would cost extra on a new build.
What to watch out for
- Price by street, not by listingLot, floor plan and condition drive value. Compare recent closed sales in the community, not just what is listed today.
- Know the age of the big systemsAsk about the roof, HVAC and water heater. On older homes they may be near the end of their service life, and that is negotiable at contract.
- Age qualification rulesFederal HOPA rules require 80% of occupied homes to have at least one resident 55 or older, and each community sets its own rules for the rest. If a younger spouse or family member may live with you, confirm the policy in writing.
Common questions about Sweetwater by Del Webb
Is Sweetwater by Del Webb still building new homes?
No. Sweetwater by Del Webb is a resale community, so every purchase is from a homeowner. If you want new construction, compare it with communities that are still building, such as Stillwater by Lennar, WaterSong at RiverTown or the Reverie communities.
How far is Sweetwater by Del Webb from the beach?
Nearest beach: Jax Beach – 12 mi (17 min).
Does Sweetwater by Del Webb have a CDD fee?
Ask before you buy. Many Northeast Florida communities carry a Community Development District assessment on top of HOA dues. It appears on your property tax bill, not your HOA statement, so always compare the all-in monthly cost.
What is the age requirement at Sweetwater by Del Webb?
Sweetwater by Del Webb is a 55+ age-restricted community operating under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, which requires at least 80% of occupied homes to have a resident aged 55 or older. Confirm the community's specific rules for younger occupants in writing.
How it stacks up against the others
There are twenty 55+ communities in Northeast Florida. Comparing two or three properly — on all-in monthly cost, resale history and how the community is aging — is worth more than touring six.
Thinking about Sweetwater by Del Webb?
Call and I will tell you straight whether it fits what you are actually after — including when the answer is no.