Active Adult 55+ Communities in the United States

55+ communities are popular among seniors and retirees looking for the perfect blend of top-notch housing, world-class amenities, and all the benefits that come with an active lifestyle. Active adult communities have the advantage of attracting like-minded people that enjoy activities such as golf, pickleball, and those that appeal to active adults. Homeowners can join clubs and enjoy spending time with other members of the communities. Many 55+ communities are built near healthcare facilities, shopping centers, and popular area attractions for quick and convenient access near home. With low-maintenance homes and lawn maintenance often included in HOA fees, these active retirement communities allow you to spend more time doing activities that you enjoy and less time on home maintenance.

Find the Perfect Home in Active Adult Communities

Not all 55 and older communities have the same rules regarding age restrictions for buying a home within the community. For example, if you're wondering is Arkansas a good place to live, you can explore housing opportunities in that area. You may also find different types of 55+ communities from those on the Florida coast or Arizona desert. Some allow a specific proportion of people under the age of 55 to live within their active adult communities. So, if you have a spouse in a different age bracket, you can still qualify to purchase a home and live in 55+ communities. Other 55 and older communities are their own private age-restricted “village” within a larger master-planned community.

Types of Active Adult Communities

Over 55+ communities have a range of housing options including condominiums, townhomes, single-family homes, and more home types. Location of active adult communities is not limited to the typical retirement destinations in the Southeast. There are 55+ communities in every region of the United States, from mountains and deserts, to lakes and coastal areas, with a variety of activities and amenities for every lifestyle. Many of these 55+ communities feature some of the best bicycle-friendly amenities in senior communities. Browse our guide of 55+ active adult communities to find your perfect home to retire.

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Cascades at Embrey Mill

Stafford, Virginia 55+ Community
Stafford, Virginia

Cascades at Embrey Mill is a new active adult 55+ community with resort-style amenities and low-maintenance condos in Stafford, Virginia, located near Fredericksburg, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. The Virginia retirement community for residents 55 and over features an exclusive clubhouse, resort-style swimming pool and lap pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, 10 miles of walking/biking trails, parks, playgrounds, and a variety of social clubs and classes. Premium Virginia real estate consists of elevator townhomes priced from the $400,000s. Read More...

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Colonial Heritage

Williamsburg, Virginia 55+ Community
Williamsburg, Virginia

The lifestyle offered by this Williamsburg, Virginia active adult community combines small-town charm and city conveniences with an $18 million amenities package, featuring an Arthur Hills championship golf course. Elegant low-maintenance single-family homes and townhomes are priced from the mid $300,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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Hiatt Pointe at Snowden Bridge

Winchester, Virginia 55+ Community
Winchester, Virginia

Hiatt Pointe at Snowden Bridge is a new 55-plus community in Winchester, VA, offering easy access to Shenandoah Valley's entertainment and recreation. Residents enjoy amenities like a clubhouse with fitness center, yoga studio, outdoor pool and hot tub, fire pit, pickleball courts, and more. Surrounding outdoor activities, championship golf, and nearby historic downtown Winchester provide ample opportunities for leisure. Premium Virginia real estate in the gated community from Brookfield Residential offers low-maintenance homes with main-level living, flexible spaces, and smart home technology. Villas from the upper $300,000s, Garden homes from the mid $400,000s, and Single-Family Homes from the low $500,000s by Brookfield Residential. The upper $400,000s for Villas and the mid $600,000s for Single-Family Homes by Van Metre. Read More...

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Lexington Square

Ashburn, Virginia 55+ Community
Ashburn, Virginia

Lexington Square is a unique 55+ community in Ashburn, VA, offering low-maintenance living near D.C. and top conveniences. This active adult community in Northern Virginia features walking trails, a bocce court, and only 23 new premier Virginia homes and elevator townhomes for sale. With spacious floorplans, upscale finishes, and HOA-maintained exteriors, residents enjoy comfort, connection, and a relaxed lifestyle close to it all. Townhomes from the high $700,000s; Homes from the high $900,000s. Read More...

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The Settlement at Powhatan Creek

Williamsburg, Virginia 55+ Community
Williamsburg, Virginia

Located just minutes from the historic area of Williamsburg in Virginia, the Settlement at Powhatan Creek is 55+ gated community of single-family and attached homes that offer a maintenance-free lifestyle and the amenities of a luxurious clubhouse. Townhomes and custom-style homes are priced from $400,000 to $600,000. Read More...

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ThreeOaks™, a Trilogy® Boutique Community®

Culpeper, Virginia 55+ Community
Culpeper, Virginia

Nestled in the heart of Northern Virginia horse country, just 70 miles from Washington D.C. and 45 miles north of Charlottesville, ThreeOaks™, a Trilogy® Boutique Community® is a new 55-plus community in Culpeper, VA. The charming town boasts locally-owned restaurants, boutiques, and shopping in a quintessential, historic setting—with easy access to the attractions of the greater D.C. area. Planned amenities within the Virginia retirement community are set to include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, pickleball courts, and walking trails; with approximately 270 new homes for sale ranging from 1,829 to 3,149 square feet. Priced from the high $400,000s. Read More...

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Trilogy® at Lake Frederick

Lake Frederick, Virginia 55+ Community
Lake Frederick, Virginia

Trilogy® by Shea Homes offers a selection of new single-family homes for sale at this new lakeside resort community about an hour west of Washington, D.C. The community is in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Priced from the high $400,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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Verterra® - a Trilogy® Boutique Community®

Bonney Lake, Washington 55+ Community
Bonney Lake, Washington

This active adult 55-plus neighborhood lies within Tehaleh, a major master plan spanning 4,200 acres of elevated forest land, one hour south of Seattle. Residents are treated to stunning Mt. Rainer as a backdrop in this new age-restricted Washington community that’s a basecamp for outdoor exploration, relaxation, and an exciting 55-plus lifestyle. Priced from the high $400,000s. Read More...

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