Of course, a 55+ community without full house amenities and activity stimulation is like a balloon without air. The following demonstrates that the developers, for monthly HOA fees of $565, covered the full house amenity concept from corner to corner by providing:

• An elaborate aquatic center with:
  • A heated free-flow swimming pool.
  • A separate lap pool.
  •  An outdoor cafe.
  • An expansive sundeck with loungers, cabanas, and a shade pavilion.
• A fully-equipped fitness facility with:
  • An aerobics studio.
  • A steam room.
  • Saunas.
  • Gender-separate locker rooms.
• A freshwater lake stocked with fish.
• A grand ballroom in a clubhouse also providing:
  • A library.
  • Arts and crafts studio.
  • Card rooms.
  • A billiards room.
  • A multi-network of rooms for socializing.
  • Sports lounge.
  • A screened and covered patio with stunning views.
• Seven Har-Tru tennis courts.
• Full-time site and activity directors to ensure the harmonious running of community requirements, from home repairs to garden maintenance and a variety of activities and events.

Model Homes For Sale at Buena Vida

As far as residences go, Minto provided collections as follows:

• The Renaissance Collection - Delivered four floor plans starting at 1,886 square feet (UA), stretching to 2374 square feet on a minimum lot size of 50'x110' - all one story.
• The Reserve Collection - Offered three different models from 2,535 up to 3,328 square feet (UA) - all one story with minimum three bedrooms + den + two garages on lot sizes of 70'x110.' 

Buena Vida Builder Packages

As far as interior and exterior packages went, the project was ahead of its time, encompassing:

• Hurricane-rated impact windows and doors (rare in the early 2000s).
• Luxury finishes that haven't dated many years later, such as:
  • Designer kitchens.
  • Sleek quartz countertops.
  • Spacious butler's pantries.
  • Stainless steel top-brand appliances, including double ovens.
  • Elaborate crown molding.
  • Arched doorway.
  • Vaulted ceilings.
  • Oversized master suites that add to the overall elegance. 

Buena Vida Real Estate

So, in 2025 we did a pricing evaluation of Buena Vida real estate & homes for sale, concluding that realized prices were in a tight range between $245 and $280 per square foot (UA) - a complement to Minto and its consortium. The slight difference of $35 on a 2,500-square-foot unit in absolute dollar terms signifies a range from $612,000 to $700,000. Still, $88,000 requires attention, and there's no better than our team giving things the once, twice, and three times over to ensure you don't overpay. 

Buena Vida Wellington Location

Although Buena Vida homeowners have everything at their fingertips in-community, getting to the beach takes approximately half an hour, and less time to either of two international airports, clinics, bank branches, umpteen golf courses, parks, and nature preserves.

Moreover, just around the corner, residents can jog, bike ride, or drive to numerous shopping centers, scores of restaurants, and every metropolitan convenience under the Florida sun, from supermarkets to excellent schools (see below), gas stations, beauty salons, delis, coffee shops, and more.

Alternatives To Buena Vida

As intimated above, there's intense competition in the 55+ category. Consider the following:

• Boca Raton - Sabal Point and Sabal Ridge (a pair of sea-front towers with private beach clubs).
• Delray Beach - Palm Greens, Lexington Club, Emerald Pointe, Tropic Harbor, Valencia Palms, Valencia Falls, and many others.
• Boynton Beach - The Cascade brand (i.e., Cascades and Cascade Lakes), Palm Isles, Ponte Vecchio, and Indian Spring.
• Lake Worth - Bellaggio and Villaggio - Ansca Homes' developments. Also, Valencia Shores. 

On the other hand, ZFC Real Estate can show you many resort-style neighborhoods, not age-specific, but substantially ahead on welcoming active adults to full-service programs. When you partner with us, your dream home becomes a reality without hassle or aggravation. 

Buena Vida Community Summary

Buena Vida is a retirement 55+ community of single family homes in Wellington, Florida, with a range of options priced between $469,000 and $825,000. There are currently a total of 11 homes for sale in Buena Vida. The smallest Buena Vida home presently available is a two bedroom two bathroom residence that is 2,611 square feet (1,851SF Under Air living space), and the largest of the Buena Vida homes currently on the market has four beds and four baths and is a 4,018 square foot (3,288SF Under Air) residence.

Buena Vida amenities include a clubhouse, swimming pool, spa / hot tub, cabana, sauna, game room, billiards room, business center, and a library. Sports facilities include tennis courts, pickleball courts, Bocce ball, basketball court, and shuffleboard. There is also a community park, as well as walking or jogging trails.

The Buena Vida HOA rules do allow homeowners to have pets although there are certain breed restrictions. There is a limit of how many pets you may have, and there is a restriction on pet size.

The floor plans in Buena Vida are among several home models such as the Coronado, Coronado Upgraded, Coronado-upgraded, Fontana, Montego, Montego With Guest Suite, Seabourn, Toscana, Toscana Extended, Triana, and the Ventana.

There are two commercial airports near Buena Vida - Palm Beach International Airport (PBI), which is six miles away, and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which is 40 miles away.

Buena Vida real estate activity on the Wellington MLS during the past year (as of June 2025) reflects nineteen homes changing hands, with an average asking price of $593,289 and an average selling price of $572,476. This represents a healthy list-to-sell price ratio of 96% and $188 per square foot. During this period, Buena Vida homes for sale have taken an average of 80 days to sell.

In addition, there are numerous other communities in Wellington to choose from, or you may browse all available Wellington Real Estate, including some new construction opportunities. Homes for sale in Buena Vida are selling quickly. Set up a new listing alert, and we will notify you immediately when a new home in Buena Vida hits the market. You can also always contact your ZFC Real Estate agent, who would happily assist you further with all your South Florida real estate needs.

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