Sundance, Buckeye, Arizona active adult - 05/31/11 02:35 PM

Arizona adults as young as age 45 will enjoy the fabulous amenities and lifestyle at Sundance in Buckeye, Arizona. This age-restricted community offers exciting active adult living complete with an 18-hole golf course, beautiful clubhouse and ideal location just 20 miles from Phoenix. The town of Buckeye offers small town charm yet has everyday conveniences within easy access. As an up and coming area, Buckeye offers newer retail stores and restaurants, health care facilities and more. The town of Avondale is just 5 miles away and a trip south of the border to Mexico is about an hour and a … (0 comments)

Ardiente by Shea Homes, North Las Vegas, Nevada active adult - 05/30/11 03:48 PM
The Ardiente active adult community originally opened in 2005 by Centex Homes. In 2010, the community was acquired by Shea Homes who is now the sole builder of this fabulous North Las Vegas active adult community. With just 788 homes, Ardiente is an intimate sized retreat for adults age 55 and better. As a 24-hour guard gated community, residents enjoy the feelings of security, privacy and prestige when they drive up to the beautiful community entryway.
Homes at this popular North Las Vegas active adult community are available on a resale basis or as new construction. The majority of the resale … (0 comments)

Is Green Building Worth the Cost? - 05/29/11 11:50 PM
Active adults who are looking to buy a new (or resale) home, are likely to hear builders touting the benefits of green building. While green building practices bring many benefits for both homeowners and the environment, these features often come at a higher price. But are these benefits worth the high price tag?
Before you can start your cost benefit analysis, there are a few things to consider, such as how to assign value to the benefits of green building, and what it really means to build a green home.
Although “green homes” and “green building” are common buzz words in … (1 comments)

Baileys Glen, Cornelius, North Carolina - 05/28/11 10:17 PM

The Bailey’s Glen active adult community in Cornelius, North Carolina is an intimate retreat of only 468 homes. Just minutes from the popular Lake Norman, this 55+ community sits on 145 acres only 20 minutes north of Charlotte. Lake Norman boasts 500 miles of shoreline making the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Bailey Park is right next door and only one mile from the community are the quaint villages of Huntersville and Davidson. Shopping, dining and everyday conveniences are just minutes from home.
Homes of this elegant North Carolina active adult community are available in 18 unique floor plans built … (0 comments)

Princeton Manor by Toll Brothers, Kendall Park, New Jersey - 05/27/11 09:30 AM

Princeton Manor is an exclusive gated community for adults age 55 and better. This elegant Toll Brothers community is located in the town of Kendall Park, New Jersey within Middlesex County. With just 349 single family ranch style homes, Princeton Manor has a private and prestigious feeling.
Kendall Park, NJ is just minutes from fantastic shopping and dining, golf courses, world-class healthcare facilities and beautiful state parks. Outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy boating, fishing or biking will find a number of options at the areas parks such as the Washington Crossing Park, Brunswick Acres Park, Mercer County Park and more. Just … (0 comments)

7 Hot Selling Active Adult Communities in Arizona - 05/26/11 02:13 PM
Despite the current recession and depressed housing market, there are several active adult communities that are still a hit with homebuyers in Arizona. If you are thinking of moving to this popular retirement state, here are seven communities worth considering.
1. Sun City Festival — Buckeye, Arizona
Built by Del Webb, Sun City Festival is situated at the base of the White Tank Mountains in the northwest valley of Phoenix. There are plenty of activities and amenities available at this resort-style community. The Sage Center, a 31,000 square foot clubhouse, contains community features such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, a range … (0 comments)

Victoria Gardens, DeLand, Florida - 05/25/11 02:25 PM
A popular active adult community near Orlando, Florida is Victoria Gardens by Shea Homes. Located just 30 miles north of Orlando in the historic town of DeLand, this beautiful community offers world-class amenities and the exciting Shea Homes lifestyle. While the majority of homeowners are age 55 or better, community guidelines state that up to 20% of residents can be between the ages of 50-54.
Victoria Gardens is one component of the larger Victoria Park master planned community which is comprised of four separate neighborhoods. The Victoria Gardens portion is the only age-restricted community within Victoria Park. Planned for 1,070 homes, … (0 comments)

Regency at Dominion Valley, Haymarket, Virginia - 05/24/11 09:47 AM
Just 35 miles west of Washington D.C. is the Toll Brothers active adult community known as Regency at Dominion Valley. Located in the town of Haymarket, Virginia, this gated 55+ community features upscale amenities and finely crafted homes in an ideal location. The Haymarket location in Prince William County offers beautiful views of the Bull Run Mountains and lovely natural surroundings including the Shenandoah Valley.
Regency Dominion Valley opened in 2001 and is planned for 855 homes upon completion. The luxury homes were specially designed to appeal to the discerning homebuyer with unique features such as sunrooms, lofts and relaxing screened-in … (0 comments)

Carillon North by Cambridge Homes, Grayslake, Illinois Active Adult - 05/23/11 05:25 PM
Carillon North is an established active adult community is the far northwestern Chicago suburb of Grayslake. Built between 1999 and 2004, this gated 55+ community boasts mature landscape, well-maintained, low-maintenance homes and a vibrant social lifestyle. The 361 homes of Carillon North are single-family or townhomes, all of which are ranch style.
Located in the prestigious Lake County area of Illinois, Carillon North is easily accessible to major expressways offering convenient travel to downtown Chicago. Closer to home there is wonderful health care and medical services, continuing education opportunities, shopping, dining and outdoor recreation.
The homes of this established Illinois active … (0 comments)

City, Country or Suburbia – Where to Retire? - 05/22/11 03:49 PM
Arid deserts and sunny beaches are still popular retirement destinations, but there are no limits on the retirement dreams of today’s active adults. City, country or suburbia are all becoming accessible retirement locations, complete with active adult communities. This freedom lets retirees find the destination that is best for them, but it can sometimes make it more difficult to narrow down a new place to live.
There are a lot of differences between living in the city, country or suburbia. Each type of area has its own distinct style and environment. Which you choose depends mostly on the kind of lifestyle … (1 comments)

Palm Isles, Boynton Beach, Florida Active Adult - 05/21/11 10:15 PM
Boynton Beach is a bustling Florida town offering gorgeous Sunshine State weather, lush landscaping and beautiful homes for active adults in search of the perfect community to call home. Palm Isles is a resort-style 55+ community in this popular Florida destination offering a wide array of amenities and reasonably priced homes from the low $100’s to the mid $300’s.
Palm Isles Florida was built by Oriole Homes between 1992 and 1998. Today this completed community has 2,367 residences including condominiums, attached villas and single-family ranch homes. The condos and villas range from 1,616 to 1,828 square feet while the larger single … (0 comments)

Solera Diamond Valley by Del Webb, Hemet, California - 05/20/11 04:58 PM
Southern California’s popular Inland Empire area boasts some amazing active adult communities including Solera Diamond Valley by Del Webb. This elegant 55+ community boasts gorgeous surroundings, beautifully designed amenities and finely crafted homes in a premiere Southern California location. Set in the town of Hemet, Solera Diamond Valley is a smaller community of just 573 single family style ranch homes.
The amenities of this Del Webb community are simply amazing in architecture and design, meticulously positioned to make the most of the beautiful California countryside. The 23,000 square foot Mountain View Lodge is the main attraction for fitness amenities and social … (0 comments)

Renaissance at Raritan Valley, Franklin Township, New Jersey - 05/19/11 11:48 PM
New Jersey is home to hundreds of active adult communities, many of which are smaller, more intimate in size. These charming tight-knit communities may be smaller in size but they still offer world-class amenities and an exciting social lifestyle. Renaissance at Raritan Valley is a beautiful 50+ community located in Franklin Township, New Jersey.
As a gated community with just 350 homes, Raritan Valley offers elegant homes in a wonderful location. Numerous major expressways are within minutes of the community offering quick travel throughout New Jersey. There are also four Transit rail stations within just 10 minutes offering easy travel to … (0 comments)

Is a New Home a Better Home? - 05/18/11 04:18 PM
When shopping for an active adult community, retirees are frequently drawn to the idea of buying a newly built home. However, for many active adults, choosing an available resale home ends up being a great alternative. There are pros and cons to either option, so it’s often best to learn more about each when looking for your next home.
Buying a new home, and being involved throughout the building process, gives you more control over many home design features. You can choose such basics as the lot, the floor plan and the exterior elevation. Many builders let you semi-customize your home … (0 comments)

Heritage Highlands at Dove Mountain by Lennar, Marana, Arizona - 05/17/11 05:37 PM
Marana, Arizona is home to a few sprawling active adult communities such as SaddleBrooke and Sun City Vistoso yet it is also home to smaller, and highly sought-after, communities such as Heritage Highlands at Dove Mountain. The options for active adult living here are endless! For those in search of an intimate sized gated community, Heritage Highlands fits the bill perfectly. With just 1,297 homes, the community offers a friendly neighborhood feel yet still features a wealth of exciting amenities and a vibrant social lifestyle.
Dove Mountain is a large master planned community and Heritage Highlands is the exclusive 55+ portion … (0 comments)

Edgewater by Del Webb Active Adult, Elgin, Illinois - 05/16/11 09:02 PM

Although Illinois is not typically considered a retirement destination, there are numerous award-winning active adult communities throughout the Land of Lincoln. Edgewater by Del Webb is one such community for adults age 55 and better. Here residents enjoy the famous Del Webb lifestyle, world-class amenities and attractive homes at reasonable prices from the high $100’s.
Edgewater Del Webb is located in the far southwestern Chicago suburb of Elgin. As one of the larger towns in Illinois, Elgin offers a wide variety of everyday conveniences, great shopping and dining, outdoor recreation and more, all just minutes from home. The popular Randall … (0 comments)

Heritage Point, Barnegat, New Jersey - 05/15/11 11:29 PM
Barnegat, New Jersey is a picturesque area with quaint shops and boutiques, delicious local restaurants and cultural attractions. The Barnegat Bay offers a unique beach lifestyle complete with boating, fishing, swimming and crabbing. The excitement of Atlantic City is just 45 minutes away and only 90 minutes from home are New York City, Philadelphia and Cape May. Active adults and retirees in search of the perfect Barnegat location to call home will appreciate the Heritage Point 55+ community.
Heritage Point Barnegat is a resort-style active adult community by Mignatti Companies open to residents age 55 and better. The community opened in … (0 comments)

Windsor Hills, The Woodlands, Texas Active Adult - 05/14/11 09:24 PM
The Woodlands is a sprawling master-planned community about 40 miles north of Houston, Texas. Within this large community is a private retreat for adults age 55, better known as Windsor Hills. The Windsor Hills community offers lush mature landscaping and tree-lined streets with elegant homes. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the attention-to-detail throughout the community in terms of the beautiful landscaped front and back yards.
Windsor Hills is an intimate sized Texas active adult community with just 473 homes. Built by Lennar between 1999 and 2002, the community is sold-out of new construction yet still offers a nice selection of well cared … (1 comments)

The Treasure Coast – South Florida’s Affordable Retirement Gem - 05/14/11 08:28 PM
While South Florida is a retirement hot spot, many active retirees can’t afford to buy a home in popular areas such as Palm Beach County. This does not mean that they have to give up their South Florida retirement dreams. Expanding the search to lesser known areas turns up more affordable options, such as buying a home in South Florida’s beautiful Treasure Coast.
“Treasure Coast” is a term used to describe the South Florida region that lies just north of Palm Beach County. Depending on the source, you may find some variations in the Treasure Coast’s specific boundaries. In general, the … (1 comments)

Four Seasons, Palm Springs, California Active Adult - 05/12/11 10:11 AM
The exclusive town of Palm Springs, California only has one gated 55+ community and that is the Four Seasons at Palm Springs by K. Hovnanian. With just 477 homes this elegant community offers a premiere location, luxury amenities and finely crafted homes. Set just five miles from downtown Palm Springs, Four Seasons is ideally located to fabulous shopping, dining, entertainment and outdoor recreation. Soaring mountains surround the area offering challenging hiking and mountain biking, relaxing camping and horseback riding, exciting Jeep tours and more. Nearby national parks offer an abundance of outdoor recreation and the area boasts over 200 golf courses.
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Continental Ranch Sunflower by Del Webb, Marana, Arizona - 05/11/11 09:55 AM
Continental Ranch is a sprawling master-planned community in Marana, Arizona just 15 miles northwest of Tucson. Within this large community is the Del Webb neighborhood of Continental Ranch Sunflower. With 967 homes, the Del Webb portion of Continental Ranch offers an intimate setting for Arizona retirees in search of a private active adult golf course community. The location is within minutes from downtown Tucson and within two hours of Phoenix.
Continental Ranch Del Webb was built between 1998 and 2002. Today buyers can choose from a nice selection of resale homes priced from the mid $100’s to the high $200’s. When … (0 comments)

Heritage Pines, Hudson, Florida - 05/10/11 07:41 PM
Heritage Pines is a Central West Coast Florida active adult community built between 2002 and 2008. Located in Hudson, Florida, the gated community is set within beautiful conservation areas and features lovely lakes and ponds throughout. There’s even an 18-hole golf course complete with an impressive and challenging 18th hole set on a peninsula.
The 1,410 homes of Heritage Pines Florida are set within smaller enclaves each which operate as their own self-governing village. Some are maintained by the association while other homes are maintained by each respective homeowner. Today buyers can choose from a wide variety of resale homes including … (0 comments)

The Woods of South Barrington by Toll Brothers, South Barrington, Illinois - 05/09/11 11:28 PM
Illinois retirees have fantastic options in active adult living ranging from sprawling resort style communities to intimate sized elegant enclave neighborhoods of luxury ranch homes. Regency at The Woods of South Barrington by Toll Brothers is one such example of a smaller, gated community for adults age 55 and better.
Built by the luxury home builder Toll Brothers, this Illinois active adult community features just 156 single-family homes boasting luxury features and high-end upgrades. The community is located in the prestigious town of South Barrington, Illinois. The area offers fabulous retail shopping including major retailers and boutique shops, a huge variety … (0 comments)

North Carolina or South Carolina – Where to Retire? - 05/08/11 10:46 PM
Over the past decade, the Carolinas have shifted from a stopover on the route to Florida into two of the top retirement states in the country. While North Carolina and South Carolina both have many features that make them fabulous destinations for retirees, it can often be hard to choose between these neighboring states. How can you tell which of the Carolinas is right for you?
When it comes to comparing retirement locations, there are certain factors that can help you decide which is best for you. Climate, culture, taxes, home prices and proximity to friends and family are all important … (1 comments)

“Never” – The New Retirement Age - 05/07/11 03:40 PM
Between the recession and the housing market collapse, many Baby Boomers who had retirement within their sights have since been forced to change their plans. Even those who could potentially afford to retire, are now having second thoughts as they begin to worry about outliving their savings. Will these Baby Boomers eventually reach retirement, or is “never” the new retirement age?
As of 2007, the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics put the average retirement age at around 62. However, a recent Nielsen report, The Global Impact of an Aging World, sheds new light on the changing attitude toward retirement age … (1 comments)

Equestra at Colts Neck Crossing, Farmingdale, New Jersey - 05/06/11 09:41 PM
Farmingdale, New Jersey enjoys beautiful surroundings of sprawling farmland and gently rolling hills. The active adult community known as Equestra at Colts Neck Crossing is a Centex community that opened in 2007 and is planned for 483 single family ranch homes. This award-winning community for residents age 50 and better offers a nice selection of amenities and finely crafted homes just 20 minutes from the New Jersey shore.
The surrounding area is popular for its charming antique shops, arts & craft stores and flea markets. There is also wonderful retail shopping, dining, parks, golf courses and beaches all convenient to the … (0 comments)

The Vineyard, Redding, California - 05/05/11 09:59 AM
Redding, California is a charming California town set at the northwestern end of the Central Valley. The climate is hot and dry in the summer and mild, sometimes chilly in the winters. There are plenty of shops, restaurants and everyday conveniences as well as unique features such as the 20-acre Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the historic Cascade Theatre. The Vineyard is a small gated active adult community of just over 200 single family homes located in this lovely California town.
Completed in 2001, The Vineyard was designed for active adults age 55 and better. It was built by Chase & … (0 comments)

Owning 2 Homes – Twice the Fun & Twice the Headaches - 05/04/11 03:37 PM
In theory, owning a second home, or “summer home,” sounds like the American Dream. Retirees can stay in the same residential area for most of the year, then whisk away when winter weather threatens. But does owning two homes live up to the hype?
Home ownership is a large investment and a major responsibility. Every house requires a certain amount of maintenance year-round. That maintenance needs to be completed whether you are currently living in the home or not. If you plan to leave each home empty while spending time in the other, your maintenance responsibilities will have to include securing … (0 comments)

Roesville, Felton, Delaware Active Adult - 05/03/11 09:46 AM
Delaware retirees in search of an active adult community offering low-maintenance, energy-efficient homes will want to visit Roesville in Felton, Delaware. Roesville is a newer 55+ community being built by J.S. Hovnanian and Sons and is planned for 444 single family ranch style homes. The location is ideal near the capital of Delaware, Dover. It’s close to the Bay Bridge and Rehoboth Beach plus locally there is wonderful shopping and dining, entertainment and outdoor recreation including beautiful parks and exciting golf courses.
Roesville Delaware opened in 2008 and today offers a nice selection of new construction homes as well as a … (0 comments)

Sonora at Rancho Sahuarita by Del Webb, Sahuarita, Arizona - 05/02/11 01:44 PM
While the majority of Del Webb communities are sprawling resort-style communities, some are smaller more intimate sized retreats. Del Webb’s Sonora at Rancho Sahuarita is a prime example of small-scale Del Webb community offering world-class amenities and the famous Del Webb lifestyle. With just 440 homes, Rancho Sahuarita is located between Green Valley and Tucson and is part of the larger master-planned community of Rancho Sahuarita. The area offers wonderful shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation.
The homes of this private Arizona active adult community were built between 2004 and 2008. Today buyers can choose from a wide variety of resale homes … (0 comments)

Sunny San Diego – More Affordable Than Ever! - 05/01/11 09:22 PM
Many active adults dream of retiring to San Diego. This sunny hot spot offers a variety of exciting local attractions, and what some call the “Best Weather in America.” Though home prices had once set this retirement dream beyond the means of many active adults, the current housing market has made the San Diego area more affordable than ever before.
When it comes to relocating to the San Diego area, retirees can often find the best deal by choosing a resale home in a small, older community. These lovely homes are more affordable, but they still offer thoughtful designs and a … (0 comments)

 

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