Kings Point - Sun City Center, FL

Kings Point is a gated active adult neighborhood in Sun City Center, Florida. The community enjoys convenient golf cart access to the retail and dining establishments in Sun City Center. This 55+ community has two private clubhouses, golf courses, and many wonderful activities. Despite the fact that this community is located within the greater Sun City Center area, it's not directly affiliated with the Sun City Center association. Kings Point has separate legal boundaries, different bylaws, and over 100 condo associations. While Sun City Center is primarily comprised of single-family dwellings, most units in Kings Point are attached villas and tend to be newer than units in the original area of Sun City Center.

Since construction began in the early 1970s, retirees from across the country have flocked to the community in search of a warm climate, an active lifestyle, and low-maintenance living. The region enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a mild three-season climate that makes outdoor activity possible nearly every day of the year. This active adult community is conveniently located  near desirable destinations that include world-renowned beaches, the culture of Tampa, and the many attractions of Orlando and central Florida.

Kings Point Amenities

The surrounding area is very attractive to active adults, but the true draw is found behind the community's gates. A diverse lineup of amenities caters to the many socially active and fitness-minded residents. The main attraction is the 90,000 square-foot clubhouse that includes an indoor and outdoor pool and spa, exercise rooms, bingo hall, billiards, several hobby and game rooms, a computer room, and a cafe. The Borini Theater in the Kings Point Clubhouse is a large venue that showcases performances by well-known artists and Broadway productions.

Surrounding the Kings Point Clubhouse is a lawn bowling court as well as tennis, shuffleboard, and horseshoe courts. Kings Points newest venue is the South Clubhouse. This 28,000 square-foot facility includes some of the most sought after amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, cyber cafe, several hobby and craft studios, and an outdoor resort-style pool. There are also volleyball, pickleball, and basketball courts adjacent to the South Clubhouse.

In addition to the amenities available in the community, residents may also use the many facilities at the Sun City Center South and North Amenity Campuses. The Sun City Center amenities offer more tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce ball courts and a softball field. There is also a Community Hall, arts and crafts rooms, meeting rooms, another fitness center, and an indoor pool.

Sun City Center Florida is a golfer's paradise. In the greater Sun City Center area there are eight golf courses that offer 162 holes of golf. Three of these courses are located within the boundaries of Kings Point. The original 18-hole Kings Point Executive Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Specter and is the newest course in Kings Point. It's an 18-hole championship course adjacent to the new South Clubhouse. For serious golfers, the courses offer several membership options for residents.

Kings Point Homes & Real Estate

Construction began in the early 1970s. Unlike the adjacent Sun City Center, which offers primarily single-family dwellings, Kings Point is almost entirely comprised of attached villa condos arranged in duplex configurations. Some of the resale homes include villas by Minto that offer modern floor plans and upgrades. Buyers can select from housing options that range from intimate 800 square-foot condos to more spacious units with nearly 2,000 square feet. All homes include covered parking that ranges from a one-car carport on older units, or one and two-car garages on newer homes.

Buyers searching for bargains will often find that older homes present the lowest prices, whereas newer homes or units with golf course and water views sell for a premium. There are over 100 separate homeowners associations in Kings Point and each association has its own rules and regulations. While all homeowners own their units, most of the land in in this community is considered common.

Depending on the association, monthly homeowners dues vary. The fees include full use of recreational amenities (excluding golf) as well as exterior building maintenance, insurance, basic cable, landscaping, trash removal, security patrol, and water service.

Kings Point Lifestyle

Residents enjoy a never-ending array of activities, classes, and events that ensure a fun-filled calendar 365 days a year. There are over 100 clubs and interest groups in the community that cater to the diverse interests of the community's residents. Whether your interests include sports, arts and crafts, cards, fitness, continuing education, traveling or simply socializing with friends and neighbors, there is something for everyone at Kings Point in Sun City Center, FL.

Area

Kings Point in Sun City Center, Florida is located 25 miles south of Tampa. The community is conveniently located near I-75, making trips to surrounding attractions readily accessible. The region is renowned for its beautiful beaches, golf courses, and entertainment. Tampa is home to many cultural venues ranging from art studios to museums. There is plenty of great shopping and dining in the region and there are several professional sports teams that call the Tampa area home.

Residents might find that with everything accessible via golf cart, there are few reasons to leave the community. Most everyday shopping trips to the grocery store, pharmacy, banks, or restaurants can be accomplished without leaving Sun City Center. There are four large shopping centers in the community and a Super Walmart across the street. There are also ten worship centers in Sun City Center that offer Jewish, Catholic, and Protestant services.