The fastest growing segment of the U.S. population is over 55, and many are looking for an ideal retirement community where they can enjoy active senior living. Many retirement communities offer maintenance–free homes, age restrictions, recreational amenities, and a pleasant year round climate– all important factors in deciding the best place to retire. These developments can be found in every conceivable setting, from waterfront to mountain–view to resort destinations all around the country. Senior adult communities feature a wide range of activities including golf courses, fitness centers, tennis courts, and social clubs and organizations, all designed to make the golden years an exciting and rewarding adventure.
There are over 35 million Americans over age sixty–five and the number is expected to grow significantly over the next decade. America’s Baby Boomer population has caused an upsurge in the quantity and quality of retirement housing options for senior adults. Florida is no longer the only choice for retirees with other warm climate states such as Arizona, Texas and New Mexico offering a wide array communities designed exclusively for active adults. Residents may live in individual single–family homes, condominiums, town houses or suites in high rise towers.
The two main categories of retirement communities are age–inclusive, with few age restrictions for residents, and age–exclusive which are typically restricted to seniors 50+, 55+, or 65+. Whichever you choose, opportunities for activities abound with many communities providing full time recreation directors who arrange varied programs including art classes, dancing, woodworking, ceramics and more. Most retirement neighborhoods feature clubhouses and country clubs with complete dining facilities, wellness centers and even on–site health care facilities. A growing number of active adult communities offer gated access and security services, providing residents with greater peace of mind.
With many retirees living on a fixed budget, home values and costs such as association dues and maintenance fees are important variables to consider when purchasing an active adult home. More and more communities are offering packages and incentives to assist seniors in finding a truly affordable location to enjoy their leisure years with the confidence of financial security.
Deer Canyon Preserve is a vast, extraordinary preserve set on 17,000 magnificent high desert acres where wildlife roams free and views range for miles and miles. Preservation and respect are keys to life at Deer Canyon and over 90 percent of the land will remain undeveloped for the recreational enjoyment of residents. This Southwestern community features homesteads of 10 to 20 acres with underground utilities and ample fresh water. The Preserve is located 90 minutes south of Albuquerque near the historic town of Mountainair. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoBecome a part of this vibrant mountain community, and enjoy sunsets over the Blue Ridge Mountains from your custom single family home, elegant townhome or wonderfully unique treehouse. Walk to the classic, Old World inspired Village Center and enjoy outstanding recreational amenities including a world–class racquet club and health center. Cheshire is conveniently just a 10 minute drive from beautiful downtown Asheville. °
View More Photos & InfoLocated in pastoral Powhatan County, Tilman’s Farm is a magnificent new community offering generous 2–6 acre lakeview and meadow estates. This rural setting, just 20 miles from Richmond, provides a tranquil retreat from urban life. This exceptional Virginia property is conveniently located near Washington, D.C. and the Chesapeake Bay. °
View More Photos & InfoPerched at an elevation of 4,500 feet, the elegantly appointed Mountainside Townhomes at Wolf Laurel give you long range mountain views, full resort amenities and the carefree lifestyle of townhome living. Surrounded by a beautiful ski resort and a stunning 18 hole golf course, you’ll enjoy the finest in mountain resort living, just 35 minutes from downtown Asheville. °
View More Photos & InfoSculpted by nature, The Preserve at Little Pine offers refreshing peace and privacy with a very limited number of mountain–view estate homesites within this 1,800 acre private preserve community. Over 85 percent of the land will be preserved, ensuring pristine views and exceptional mountain living for generations to come. The Preserve is just 35 minutes from Asheville, yet is surrounded by thousands of acres of beautiful national parks and forests. °
View More Photos & InfoLooking for a quality North Carolina mountain lifestyle for an affordable price? Bryson Farm’s new condominium homes give you superb mountain and river views and an ideal location within walking distance of the charming campus of Western Carolina University. Choose from 1 to 3 bedroom floor plans and enjoy amenities such as gas fireplaces, a clubhouse, swimming pool and beautiful community walking trails. Centrally located in Cullowhee, just 1 hour from Asheville in the mountains of Western North Carolina. °
View More Photos & InfoThis charming coastal Georgia community is located in rural Brantley County, just minutes from I–95 and a short drive from Brunswick and the world–famous recreation of the Golden Isles. Enjoy a family–friendly community pavilion, neighborhood lakes and parks within a superb natural setting. Take advantage of Palmetto Ridge’s pre–development pricing! °
View More Photos & InfoYou’ll love the lifestyle along one of the South’s largest lakes at Charleston Bay, a new waterfront community offering lakefront and lake access properties. This community is set on the shores of spectacular Clarks Hill/Thurmond Lake, with over 1,200 miles of unspoiled shoreline near the Georgia/South Carolina border just 60 miles from Augusta, within easy reach of Atlanta and Columbia, S.C. °
View More Photos & InfoThis new Blue Ridge Mountain golf community offers homes and estates with value in mind in a magnificent location just minutes from the famous Blue Ridge Parkway. Crestview Mountain surrounds the challenging fairways of Crestview Golf Club and offers extraordinary golf frontage and golf view building sites. Located near Sparta and Mt. Airy, just 20 minutes from I–77. °
View More Photos & InfoThe Ranch Club is an upscale rural escape, located close to Jacksonville and St. Augustine, yet worlds apart with a collection of 2 to 18 acre equestrian estate parcels. The Ranch Club at Ashton Oaks offers an elegant lifestyle with outstanding privacy and the opportunity to experience Florida ranch living in an ideal setting. This exceptional property is convenient to the Atlantic beaches, the St. Johns River and the spectacular World Golf Village, a short drive from I–95. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover the difference at Georgia’s premier waterfront gated community, The Sanctuary on Lake Sinclair. This 600 acre neighborhood offers tranquil landscapes, gently rolling hills, abundant wildlife and sweeping views of magnificent Lake Sinclair. Enjoy resort style amenities and generous waterfront, water view or wooded interior homesites. °
View More Photos & InfoAt the coastal community of Liberty Harbor, you’ll discover authentic small town living with the exceptional amenities of a private waterfront club. Located in the renowned Golden Isles, this gated community features waterfront homesites and elegant condominiums where nearly every residence enjoys a water view. Set along the community’s riverfront is a luxury, full service marina with ocean access and a unique boardwalk. Liberty Harbor is within walking distance to beautiful Brunswick, Georgia and is just a short drive from I–95. °
View More Photos & InfoEnjoy days filled with spectacular boating, fishing or simply relaxing along the shores of Table Rock Lake in your new home at Kings River Beach. This lakefront golf course community features lake and golf view homesites and is located nearby to the world–class entertainment of Branson and the historic destination of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. °
View More Photos & InfoPerfect for horses and outdoor enthusiast, Ruger Meadows is a unique opportunity to own some of the most magnificent land in Arizona. Set in the high desert near the town of Prescott, these 36 acre ranches are an authentic taste of the West– offering residents pristine land, sweeping vistas and a legacy for future generations to enjoy. °
View More Photos & InfoExperience the ultimate in privacy and solitude on this 120 acre luxury island community located in southern Idaho in the middle of the fabulous Snake River. This sportsman’s river retreat offers stunning waterfront homesite estates and access to year–round outdoor recreation including thrilling whitewater rafting, challenging rock climbing and spectacular snow skiing. This private island retreat is located within easy reach of the cities of Sun Valley, Boise and Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City. °
View More Photos & InfoBreathtaking views of paradise can be yours at Ko Olina, Oahu’s newest luxury residential resort located on the magnificent Waianae coast. Here, elegantly appointed condominiums and villas rise majestically from the beach, offering residents a true oasis of luxury and pleasure. The world–class amenities offered include an oceanside lagoon style pool, a Sports Club, superb golf and tennis and a private marina. The Beach Villas of Ko Olina is located on the island’s pristine west coast and is convenient to the cosmopolitan capital city of Honolulu. °
View More Photos & InfoYear round sunshine, sparkling white sand beaches and ancient volcanic lava fields– this could only be Hawaii’s Big Island and the spectacular Kohala Coast. Find your piece of paradise here in Hali’i Kai at Waikoloa, a private community of ocean and golf view villas offering the finest resort amenities. Enjoy golf on dramatic Weiskopf and Robert Trent Jones designs where lush green fairways are accented by black lava and the backdrop is the vast Pacific Ocean and an ancient snow–capped volcano! °
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