12 Oaks
12 Oaks in Holly Springs, NC, is a master-planned North Carolina golf community offering resort-style amenities, a Jack Nicklaus–designed course, and a variety of homes for sale. With scenic trails, on-site dining, fitness, pools, and easy access to Raleigh, Research Triangle Park, and top schools, 12 Oaks blends natural beauty, active living, and everyday convenience.
Pricing:Pricing: Homes from the mid $600,000s - $1.5 million+
Community Type: All Age
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dining
Fitness
Golf
Pickleball
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Bear Lake Reserve
This lakefront mountain resort community features a Nicklaus Design golf course, a lake club with pools, restaurant and fitness center, tennis & pickleball courts, a 500-acre private lake, an outdoor events amphitheater, and miles of scenic hiking trails and fly fishing. Located along one of the last undeveloped lakes in Western North Carolina, near Cashiers.
Pricing: Craftsman-style cottages, custom homes, villas and mountain lodges are priced from the high $200,000s to $4 million; Lots priced from the low $100,000s to the high $500,000s.
Community Type: All Age
Biking Trails
Boating
Clubhouse
Dining
Fishing
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf
Lake
Land Conservation
Mountains
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Rentals
River
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Blue Ridge Mountain Club
Blue Ridge Mountain Club is located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between Blowing Rock and Boone, NC. With elevations over 4,000 feet in areas, residents enjoy long-range views. Amenities include a trail network, ATV trails, and a community park and pavilion. Residents of the private mountain community also enjoy a restaurant, fitness facility/clubhouse, pool, great lawn, and more.
Pricing: Lots from $125,000 to $3.5 million; Cabins, Condos, and Custom Homes from $400,000 to $20 million.
Community Type: All Age
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Dining
Fishing
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf Nearby
Land Conservation
Mountains
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Rentals
Spa
Swimming
Walking Trails
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Brunswick Forest
Located on North Carolina's Cape Fear coast, just minutes from historic Wilmington, Brunswick Forest offers a wide array of neighborhoods and lifestyles. Amenities include 18 holes of championship golf at Cape Fear National®, a Clubhouse, Town Creek River Launch, Fitness & Wellness Center, parks, natural areas and more than 100 miles of pathways linking residences and amenities.
Pricing: Lots priced from the $150,000 to $250,000; Townhomes, Cottages, Villas and Single-Family Homes priced from the upper $300,000s to $1 million+.
Community Type: All Age
Biking Trails
Boating
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Fishing
Fitness
Golf
Lake
Nature Trails
Near the Beach
Pickleball
River
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Brunswick Plantation
Home to one of the 50 best golf courses in the United States, this gated golf community is conveniently located on North Carolina’s southern coast, 20 minutes from Myrtle Beach, SC, and a stone’s throw to Sunset Beach. In addition to year-round golf and a plethora of beach and water activities, residents gain access to exclusive amenities including an 11,000 square foot community center, on-site restaurants, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, multiple tennis and pickleball courts, and a variety of active clubs and classes.
Pricing: Homes priced from the mid $300,000s; Condos from the mid $100,000s; Townhomes from the mid $200,000s.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Dining
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf
Near the Beach
Ocean
Pickleball
Playground
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Carolina Arbors
Carolina Arbors is a Del Webb 55+ community in Durham, NC, offering resort-style amenities, an active social calendar, and convenient access to the Triangle region. Resale homes feature open-concept designs, modern finishes, and low-maintenance living near a clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, walking trails, and more.
Pricing: Homes from the mid $400,000s to high $700,000s
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Croquet
Dog Park
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Carolina Overlook by Del Webb
Carolina Overlook by Del Webb is a 55+ active adult community in Clayton, North Carolina. The low-maintenance North Carolina retirement community in Johnston County is conveniently located within 30 minutes of the Triangle area, and includes amenities like a state-of-the-art clubhouse, onsite lake, pickleball courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness center, walking trails, and more.
Pricing: Floorplans ranging from 1,223 to 3,683 square feet with premium options start in the mid $300,000s.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dog Park
Fishing
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Lake
Pickleball
Swimming
Walking Trails
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Carolina Preserve
Carolina Preserve is a Del Webb 55+ community in Cary, NC, offering resort-style amenities, a thriving social atmosphere, and convenient access to the Triangle region. Resale homes feature open floorplans, low-maintenance living, and access to a clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce, and a wide variety of clubs and activities.
Pricing: Homes from the mid $400,000s to high $700,000s
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Lake
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Compass Pointe
An award-winning North Carolina community, Compass Pointe offers new homes, townhomes and lots for sale in a gated resort and retirement community near North Carolina's Cape Fear coast, with golf, tennis and many other resort-style amenities.
Pricing: Lots from $260,000; Townhomes and single-family homes priced from the mid $450,000s to $1 million+.
Community Type: All Age
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Dining
Dog Park
Fishing
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf
Golf Nearby
Lake
Nature Trails
Near the Beach
Ocean
Pickleball
RV Storage
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Connestee Falls
For over four decades, Connestee Falls has offered scenic mountain real estate and single-family homes for sale in a gated Blue Ridge Mountain community with golf, tennis, lakes, waterfalls, hiking trails and other active lifestyle amenities.
Pricing: Homesites are priced from about $10,000 to $99,900; Single-family homes from $300,000 to $2 million.
Community Type: All Age
Boating
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dining
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf
Lake
Land Conservation
Mountains
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Creekside at Bethpage
Creekside at Bethpage is a 55+ active adult community in Durham, NC, offering resort-style amenities, low-maintenance living, and convenient access to the Raleigh-Durham area. Built by AV Homes and Taylor Morrison, the community features attractive resale homes and townhomes alongside a 13,000-square-foot clubhouse, swimming pool, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, walking trails, and an active calendar of clubs and events.
Pricing: Homes from the mid $400,000s to high $700,000s
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dog Park
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Cresswind at Rocky River
Cresswind at Rocky River is a North Carolina 55+ community in Locust offering resort-style amenities, a vibrant social calendar, and new construction homes designed for active adults. Located about 30 miles from Charlotte, this retirement community blends small-town charm with modern conveniences, outdoor recreation, and flexible home designs ideal for an engaged, low-maintenance lifestyle.
Homes priced from the $400,000s Now Open!
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Clubhouse
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Cresswind Charlotte
This Charlotte, NC 55+ community is located away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but still within easy reach of Uptown attractions. Resort-style amenities include an 18,000-square-foot clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, pickleball, bocce, and walking & biking trails. Clubs and programs are offered for every hobby. NASCAR, golf, and mountains are easily accessible.
Pricing: Homes priced from the $400,000s to the $700,000s.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Cresswind Wesley Chapel
This master-planned active adult (55+) community in suburban Charlotte blends modern conveniences with a rural, small-town atmosphere. Forbes named the region one of the nation’s “Best Places to Retire,” citing its good climate, good air quality and no state income tax on Social Security. Residents will have convenient access to Uptown Charlotte, the airport, shopping, golf and more.
Pricing: Priced from the $400,000s to the $800,000s.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Clubhouse
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf Nearby
Pickleball
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
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Crow Creek
This golf community is located on North Carolina's southern coast, 20 minutes from Myrtle Beach, SC and 45 minutes from Wilmington, NC. The community offers easy access to Sunset Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, where residents enjoy boating and fishing. Social and recreational opportunities can be found at the Amenity Center, including a fitness center, library, game room, swimming pool, and tennis courts.
Pricing: Custom homes, cottages and condos priced from the high $200,000s to $900,000+; Lots from $35,000 to $80,000.
Community Type: All Age
Biking Trails
Boating
Clubhouse
Dining
Fishing
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf
Golf Nearby
Nature Trails
Near the Beach
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Del Webb Wilmington at Mallory Creek
Del Webb Wilmington at Mallory Creek in Leland, NC, is a 55+ active adult community blending tranquility and convenience, just 15 minutes from downtown Wilmington and 30 minutes from popular beaches. It offers resort-style amenities like a clubhouse, pools, a fitness center, pickleball courts, and a community garden. Residents enjoy a golf cart-friendly environment, walking trails, a dog park, and various clubs and activities. With nearly 800 new ranch homes and easy access to major highways, the NC community is perfect for an active, engaged retirement.
Pricing: Homes priced from the upper $300,000s.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dog Park
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Spa
Swimming
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Encore at Chatham Park
Encore at Chatham Park is a North Carolina 55+ community in Pittsboro offering low-maintenance homes, resort-style amenities, and an active social lifestyle. Residents enjoy a private clubhouse, fitness center, pool, pickleball, and access to Chatham Park’s events—all within easy reach of Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham.
Pricing: Homes from the low $400,000s to mid $500,000s
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Pickleball
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Falls Village
Falls Village is a 55+ golf community in Durham, NC, offering single-family homes, an 18-hole championship course, resort-style amenities, trails, pickleball, and a social, maintenance-free lifestyle. Close to downtown Durham, shopping, dining, healthcare, and the airport, it’s an ideal active adult destination for retirees looking for a top North Carolina golf community.
Pricing: Homes priced from the mid $400,000s to $600,000.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Dog Park
Fitness
Golf
Lake
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Fendol Farms
Fendol Farms is a 55+ active adult community in Durham, NC, featuring resort-style amenities, scenic trails, and a lively social atmosphere near the Triangle’s top attractions. Originally developed by Lennar, the community offers attractive resale homes with open floorplans, modern features, and access to a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and more.
Pricing: Homes from the low $400,000s to high $700,000s
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Community Gardens
Dog Park
Fitness
Golf Nearby
Pickleball
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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Flowers Plantation
This 3,000-acre gated community is located just 20 minutes outside of North Carolina's Research Triangle. Along with quick access to the Triangle's renowned healthcare, shops, dining, and entertainment venues, this master-planned community offers a diverse selection of amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, walking trails, and more.
Pricing: Homes and townhomes from the $300,000s to $1 million. Apartment rentals starting at $1,450/month.
Community Type: 55+ Active Adult, 55+ Apartments
Biking Trails
Clubhouse
Dining
Dog Park
Fitness
Gatehouse
Golf Nearby
Nature Trails
Pickleball
Playground
Rentals
Spa
Swimming
Tennis
Walking Trails
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