55 communities: Top 10 Retirement Living Trends of 2012 - 05/03/12 03:05 AM
Each year brings changing trends, including many changes to the typical active adult lifestyle. Now that the New Year is upon us, let’s take a look at some of the expected trends for 2012.
1. Smaller, More Urban Communities
Active adults who prefer city living will be happy to hear that there may be more urban communities in the near future. Builders are moving away from sprawling mega communities and are expected to turn toward small developments of 500 homes or less — developments which easily fit into urban areas.
2. Pickleball Courts
Over the past few years, pickleball has become … (1 comments)

55 communities: Heritage Pines, Hudson, Florida Active Adult - 05/02/12 05:11 AM
Florida is a premiere retirement destination offering numerous options for budget friendly retirement. Heritage Pines in Hudson, Florida is a wonderful option for active adults looking to enjoy exciting amenities and nice homes in an attractive price range. The homes of Heritage Pines start in the low $100’s and go up to the high $200’s. Built by Lennar Homes and U.S. Homes between 1999 and 2007, this completed community offers a nice selection of well-cared for resale homes.
Heritage Pines is a private, gated 55+ community of 1,407 homes. Throughout the 6 years this community was under construction there were 22 … (0 comments)

55 communities: Spruce Creek Country Club by Del Webb, Summerfield, Florida Active Adult - 04/30/12 01:40 AM
Central Florida is a popular retirement destination offering wonderful options for active adult living. Spruce Creek Country Club by Del Webb is an established 55+ community offering a fabulous collection of amenities and attractively priced homes from the mid $100’s.  Being located in Summerfield, Florida gives residents wonderful options for shopping, dining and outdoor recreation all just minutes from home. Ocala is just 15 miles away while the Gulf of Mexico is 30 miles to the west. The beaches of the Atlantic Coast are 90 miles to the east and the attractions of Orlando are about 90 minutes away.
Del Webb … (0 comments)

55 communities: Cadence, Canton, Georgia - 04/29/12 11:33 AM
Georgia retirees enjoy prestige and elegance at Cadence in Canton, Georgia. This gated 55+ community offers a country club lifestyle with access to an 18-hole golf course and a beautiful clubhouse.  John Wieland Homes is building this private community with plans for just 127 single-family homes upon completion.
The town of Canton is a scenic setting with mature forests and charming horse farms. Cadence is set in the beauty of nature yet is just minutes from retail stores, restaurants, outdoor recreation and entertainment. Downtown Atlanta is just 45 minutes away offering fabulous amenities, sporting venues, cultural attractions, theaters, museums and much … (0 comments)

55 communities: Arizona Active Adult – PebbleCreek in Goodyear, Arizona - 04/28/12 12:49 AM
PebbleCreek is a sprawling resort-style active adult community centrally located near downtown Phoenix. With plans for 6,200 homes, this Robson community is beautifully tucked in between the White Tank Mountains and the Estrella Mountain Park in Goodyear, Arizona. Being set on the outskirts of town gives this 55+ community a feeling of being a desert oasis yet is still just minutes from retail shops, restaurants, everyday conveniences, museums, sporting venues and more. The attractions of Phoenix and the northwest valley are easily accessible via the nearby highways and interstates.
This gated Arizona active adult community offers a wide variety of homes … (1 comments)

55 communities: Princeton Manor, Kendall Park, New Jersey Retirement - 04/27/12 12:55 AM
Princeton Manor is a prestigious active adult community by Toll Brothers in Middlesex County of New Jersey. This gated retreat for residents age 55 and better offers luxurious amenities and elegant homes in an outstanding Kendall Park location. Since opening in 2007, Princeton Manor has quickly become a popular active adult community in Central New Jersey.
The location of Princeton Manor offers residents an endless array of activities and attractions. There are several shopping centers, restaurants, golf course and medical facilities all just minutes from home whether in Kendall Park or nearby Princeton. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the plentiful collection of … (0 comments)

55 communities: Jubilee at Los Lunas, Albuquerque, New Mexico Retirement - 04/24/12 01:22 AM
Jubilee at Los Lunas is located in the village of Los Lunas offering small town charm combined with everyday conveniences. Within walking distance of the community are restaurants and shops as well as ample opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors. El Cerro de Los Lunas creates a stunning mountain backdrop for this popular New Mexico 55+ community.
Jubilee Los Lunas offers residents a pleasant year-round climate with warm sunshine and just a touch of snowfall. The area also offers exciting annual festivals such as the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the New Mexico Wine Festival and the Rio Grande Arts & Crafts … (0 comments)

55 communities: Grand Haven by Del Webb, Romeoville, Illinois Active Adult - 04/23/12 11:47 AM
Grand Haven is an active adult community in suburban Illinois built in collaboration by Del Webb and Lakewood Homes. The community is located in Romeoville, Illinois which is a far southwestern suburb of Chicago. Downtown Chicago is about 37 miles away while the towns of Joliet and Naperville are each less than 15 miles from home. Joliet is known for its casinos while Naperville is known for its vibrant riverfront downtown area with numerous restaurants, bars and shops. The town of Romeoville itself offers everyday conveniences, retail shops, restaurants, golf courses and cultural attractions such as forest preserves, theatres and museums. … (0 comments)

55 communities: Centennial Mill by Del Webb, Voorhees, New Jersey Active Adult - 04/20/12 11:18 PM
Del Webb’s Centennial Mill community is set in the suburban New Jersey town of Voorhees. The area offers an abundance of shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation as well as award-winning health care, impressive educational institutions and convenient transportation corridors. Just a short drive from Centennial Mill are major cities including Philadelphia, Atlantic City, New York City and Baltimore, all accessible in under two hours.
The 401 homes at Centennial Mill were built between 2004 and 2011. Today interested home buyers can select from Del Web’s charming single-family detached townhomes set amid green spaces and pocket parks.  The award-winning Del Webb … (0 comments)

55 communities: Isabella Village at Savannah, Aubrey, Texas - 04/18/12 01:12 PM
The master-planned community of Savannah is a sprawling community with over 7,000 homes for every stage of life. The Isabella Village enclave at Savannah is reserved for resident’s age 55 and better. Homeowners at this Aubrey, Texas community enjoy access to the private amenities within the 55+ portion of Savannah as well as all of the other amenities throughout the larger Savannah community.
Nathan Carlisle Homes designed Isabella Village Texas to be an intimate retreat with just 250 single-family homes. The community opened in 2011 and today interested home buyers can choose from new construction homes attractively priced from the … (1 comments)

55 communities: Phoenix Versus Tucson – Which Is a Better Retirement Destination? - 04/17/12 12:14 AM
With only a two-hour drive separating these Arizona cities, active adults will find plenty to do in both Phoenix and Tucson. Each of these retirement-friendly cities offer sunny skies, beautiful scenery, exciting attractions and amenity-rich communities. Yet there are some differences which are worth considering before relocating or planning a visit.
Though both cities have mountain views, Phoenix is a relatively flat area with rocky peaks rising in the distance. This gives the city plenty of space for a large grid of streets peppered with commercial and residential buildings. Phoenix is generally divided into distinct urban villages, each of which have … (1 comments)

55 communities: Central Parke at Victoria Falls, Laurel, Maryland Active Adult - 04/16/12 12:11 AM
Central Parke at Victoria Falls offers easy access to major urban centers including Washington D.C. Annapolis and Baltimore. The location of this 55+ community in Laurel, Maryland gives residents convenient access to everyday conveniences as well as cultural attractions, world-class golf, entertainment, outdoor recreation, award-winning health care and more. The town of Laurel offers a charming historic district, plenty of shops and local restaurants while surrounding cities offer plenty of golf, hospitals, shops and more. Baltimore is just 30 minutes away.
The homes at this Maryland active adult community are available in a wide offering of styles including traditional single-family homes, … (0 comments)

55 communities: Enjoy Prime Gulf Coast Living in Sarasota-Bradenton - 04/12/12 11:27 AM
Set in Southwest Florida, on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, the Sarasota-Bradenton area is a popular retirement destination for active adult retirees. There are beautiful beaches, diverse shopping centers, cultural attractions and lovely active adult communities. Those who relocate to the area will also be happy with Florida’s retirement-friendly tax laws.
Just south of Tampa Bay, the cities of Bradenton and Sarasota are separated from the Gulf of Mexico by waterways and a thin line of barrier islands. Bradenton is bordered on the north by the Manatee River, while Sarasota sits at the edge of the Sarasota Bay. This … (0 comments)

55 communities: Villa Portofino, Palm Desert, California - 04/11/12 02:05 AM
Villa Portofino in Palm Desert, California is a unique active adult community designed with Italian flair. Architectural details such as winding ironwork, grand columns, graceful arches and paver stone streets combine to give this 55+ community beautiful curb appeal. Set in the heart of the Coachella Valley, residents enjoy stunning views of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains.
This private gated community offers luxury villas at an attractive price point, starting from the mid $100’s and going up to the mid $200’s. Plans call for just 400 homes in this intimate sized neighborhood. The homes at Villa Portofino are … (0 comments)

55 communities: 7 Reasons Life Is Better in an Active Adult Community - 04/09/12 11:51 PM
There are many reasons why empty-nesters and retirees choose to live in active adult communities. Some love the idea of living on a championship golf course, others are drawn to the wide variety of social clubs, and many are won over by the thoughtfully-designed, low-maintenance homes. Here are seven benefits to consider when imagining life in an active adult community:
1. The Lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle includes a variety of social and recreational activities. At active adult communities, residents will find more clubs, classes, organizations, activities and events than they can imagine. These amenity-rich communities often have full-time Lifestyle Directors or … (2 comments)

55 communities: Budget-Friendly Active Adult Living at Del Webb’s Shorewood Glen, Shorewood, Illinois - 04/09/12 01:53 AM
Shorewood Glen by Del Webb is a popular Illinois active adult community offering attractively priced ranch homes from the mid $100’s. Since opening in 2004, it has become a sought-after retirement destination in the far southwestern Chicago suburb of Shorewood. Plans call for just 765 ranch homes at this intimate sized 55+ community including detached, single-family ranch homes and attached ranch duplexes.
The homes within this private, gated community offer a fantastic value with pricing from the mid $100’s to the mid $300’s. The award-winning Del Webb floor plans feature open concept designs with spacious great rooms, well-equipped kitchens, ample … (0 comments)

55 communities: Greenbriar at Winding Ways, Jackson, New Jersey - 04/02/12 06:16 AM
Greenbriar at Winding Ways is a casual active adult community in the quiet town of Jackson, New Jersey. This completed 55+ community offers a welcoming environment convenient to shopping, dining, entertainment and everyday conveniences. Residents can also take advantage of the helpful shopping bus service for easy trips to the local grocery stores and shopping malls. Built by U.S. Homes between 1988 and 19992, this gated community offers resale homes priced from the low $200’s to the high $200’s.
The 554 homes at Greenbriar Winding Ways are all single-family ranch style. Sizes range from 1,200 to 1,800 square feet and … (1 comments)

55 communities: Blacklake, Nipomo, California Active Adult - 04/01/12 01:07 PM
Blacklake in Nipomo, California is a unique community made up of both age-targeted and age-restricted enclaves. The Legends is the age-restricted portion dedicated to resident’s age 55 and better. Overall, the Blacklake community sits on over 420 acres featuring towering mature growth trees and rolling California countryside. The ideal climate ensures residents of this golf course community have plenty of sun-filled days to enjoy the fantastic golf and outdoor recreations.
Nipomo is in a more rural area of Central California yet is just six miles from ocean beaches. Even though the community is tucked away in nature it is still … (0 comments)

55 communities: Paramount Escapes Ocean Breeze, Manahawkin, New Jersey Active Adult - 03/31/12 01:41 AM
Paramount Escapes Ocean Breeze is a newer active adult community offering small town charm with convenient access to big city amenities. Located in Manahawkin, New Jersey, this gated community is approximately 90 minutes from either New York City or Philadelphia. Closer to home, just outside the community gates, residents enjoy dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor recreation and more, all just minutes from home. The popular Long Beach Island is also nearby, just 20 minutes away.
Paramount Homes opened this 55+ New Jersey community in 2006 with plans to complete 460 homes. Today interested home buyers can select from new construction or resale … (0 comments)

55 communities: Will Florida Always be the Top Retirement State? - 03/30/12 02:44 PM
For generations, Florida has been known as the top retirement state. Active adult communities are abundant, there are favorable tax laws for retirees and census data shows a high percentage of residents over the age of 65. Yet several other states have recently begun to give Florida some serious competition for this top spot.
According to a U.S. Census Bureau population report released in May of 1997, Florida has been the state with the highest percentage of residents over the age of 65 for some time and is likely to hold its position well into the future. In 1995, 19 percent … (2 comments)