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Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake — 55+ Living in Westlake, FL

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is Kolter Homes' 55+ active adult community in Westlake, FL — ~800 homes from the $400Ks–$900Ks. Your resident guide.

Published August 24, 2026

If you're 55 or older and looking for a low-maintenance, amenity-rich lifestyle in Palm Beach County, Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake is worth a close look. Built by Kolter Homes, it's Westlake's dedicated active-adult community — and the only 55+ neighborhood in the city.

About Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake

Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake sits within the master-planned City of Westlake, one of Palm Beach County's fastest-growing communities. The Cresswind brand is Kolter Homes' active-adult line, known for lifestyle-focused amenities, social programming, and thoughtfully designed homes.

As Westlake's premier 55+ community, Cresswind emphasizes low-maintenance living alongside resort-style amenities — consistent with Westlake's overall philosophy that your neighborhood should feel like a retreat.

What to Expect in Cresswind

Cresswind communities across Florida are known for their active social calendars, dedicated lifestyle directors, and clubhouse programming. Westlake's location adds another layer of convenience: residents are steps away from a growing commercial corridor that already includes grocery, dining, and health services.

For a full picture of what's being built around the community — new shops, restaurants, schools, and roads — see the Westlake Development Tracker.

Westlake's Full Buildout Context

Westlake was master-planned across 3,800 acres. More than 3,200 homes are already complete, and the city's approved buildout now stands at roughly 6,500 homes. Cresswind is one of several neighborhoods in the mix — alongside Minto Communities' single-family and townhome neighborhoods, GL Homes' upcoming Silver Lake, and now the city's first apartment community, The Avery at Westlake.

That means Cresswind residents enjoy the social and commercial benefits of a lively, growing city — without having to leave their community to access them.

What's Around Cresswind?

Westlake's Town Center and commercial corridors provide convenient services for Cresswind residents:

Schools Near Cresswind

While Cresswind is a 55+ community, many residents have grandchildren who visit — and Westlake's school situation is improving. West Community Elementary School, a new K-5 public school, is under construction in Westlake and targeting a Fall 2027 opening. It will be the city's first neighborhood school, eliminating long bus rides for local families.

City Services & Government

Westlake is an incorporated city (since June 2016) governed by an elected City Council and a City Manager. Public safety is handled by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (District 18) and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue (Station 22). The city has cut its millage (tax) rate four consecutive years running — a notable sign of fiscal discipline for a fast-growing municipality.

City Hall is currently at 4001 Seminole Pratt Whitney Rd., Westlake, FL 33470 | (561) 530-5880 | info@westlakegov.com | Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. A new permanent City Hall is planned for the corner of Persimmon Blvd West and Ilex Way — a 4.6-acre site the city acquired from Minto in May 2026.

Compare to Other Westlake Neighborhoods

If you're weighing Cresswind against other communities in Westlake, here's a quick summary of what's available:

For a full breakdown of every Westlake neighborhood, see our New Homes in Westlake, FL guide.

Stay Current on Cresswind & Westlake

Westlake Pulse tracks development projects, business openings, city meetings, and public records for the entire City of Westlake — including updates that affect Cresswind residents. Useful links:

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