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Welcome to 55 Community Guide, where seniors can find the perfect community in which to spend their golden years. If you are ready to begin exploring options for 55+ communities, the site search box at the top left of this page is a good place to begin. Simply enter the name of a city or state you are interested in, and click "search site" to see what is available. If you already know exactly which type of community or which state you want to learn more about, specific links are available in the side menu at the left of this page. Below are links for our 55+ Retirement Community listings, 55 and Older Homes for Sale listings, and 55+ Rental listings. These are separate databases; be sure to check all three so you don't miss out on the perfect retirement living option for your needs. Scroll down the page to see all available listings.

Featured 55+ Communities


Beech Grove Meadows IN

Beech Grove Meadows IN

Park Springs Communities Atlanta

Park Springs Communities Atlanta

POMPTON PLAINS, NJ Continuing Care Retirement

POMPTON PLAINS, NJ Continuing Care Retirement

Assisted Living Parkland FL - Phoenix Senior Living

Assisted Living Parkland FL - Phoenix Senior Living


White Oaks, A Randall Residence- Lawton, Michigan

White Oaks, A Randall Residence- Lawton, Michigan

 

Lake Worth TX RV Ranch Estates

Gold Canyon RV and Golf Resort

Gold Canyon RV and Golf Resort

Anthem Ranch 55 Plus Communities Denver CO

Anthem Ranch 55 Plus Communities Denver CO



Featured 55+ Homes for Rent


LEASE - $1650 - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home Carlsbad, CA

LEASE - $1650 - 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home Carlsbad, CA

Cascades at Estero -Chicago IL -Former Model Home for Rent

Cascades at Estero -Chicago IL -Former Model Home for Rent

2 and 3 Bedroom Houses for Rent in Pottstown PA

2 and 3 Bedroom Houses for Rent in Pottstown PA

 

Snowbirds! Seasonal Rental for winter 2013/2014. Fort Myers FL



Featured 55+ Homes for Sale


 

Florida 55 Plus Home Roomy and neat!

 

Roomy and Spacious 55 Plus House in Florida

Active Adult Community Barnegat NJ

Active Adult Community Barnegat NJ

 

For Sale! Condo on the golf course Brandywine Community, Fort Myers, Florida



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55 and Older Communities Explained

The term “55 and older community” refers to any age-restricted or age-qualified community designed for (and marketed toward) individuals 55 and older, who are still active and able to live independently. Most require that one or more members of the household be over the age of 55, and restrict households to members over the age of 18. Whether labeled as an “active adult community,” a “retirement community” or a “55+ community,” they provide opportunities for recreational activities, with on-site activities centers, clubhouses, and fitness facilities. No personal assistance is provided for activities of daily living, but groundskeepers generally maintain home exteriors and yards, and security staff regularly patrol the neighborhoods. These are senior living alternatives where residents can remain active and engaged with exercise, continuing education, clubs, and opportunities for social interaction with other active seniors..


Types of 55+ Retirement Communities

There are many choices for active adults looking for the right 55+ community for their lifestyle. Although all types of these communities are considered “age restricted,” some have stricter guidelines or special amenities not provided by others. Below is a list of different types of 55+ retirement communities with brief descriptions of restrictions and what they offer:

Active Adult Communities: With the baby boomer generation moving into their retirement years, new active adult communities are popping up in all regions of the country, not only the “retirement Mecca” of the Sunbelt. Active adult communities are usually age-qualified for age 55 and over. They are designed with energetic seniors in mind, with a number of on-site recreational and fitness facilities, such as tennis and basketball courts, swimming pools, footpaths, biking trails, and exercise equipment. They may also have scheduled social events such as dances, bowling, themed parties or shopping trips. Usually, homes in these communities are individually owned and residents have their own transportation for off-site activities (although shuttles may also be provided).

Senior Communities: Senior communities have an age restriction of 62 or over, and are also for seniors who can live independently. Often a bit more laid-back and quieter than active adult communities, they still provide many on-site options for socializing and recreation.

Golden Girls: The Golden Girls housing arrangement is sometimes an option within 55+ communities, appealing to single, divorced, or widowed boomer women. Shared living arrangements or individual homes within an all-female neighborhood make for a comfortable, family-like lifestyle in the company of other women who share similar experiences and outlooks.

Urban Senior Condominiums: For seniors who want the excitement and mental stimulation of a metropolitan area, with the security and comfort of being surrounded by others in the same phase of life. Usually restricted to residents 55 years of age or older, they often have strict noise restrictions. These communities usually offer fitness and business facilities within the development, good security systems, and on-site maintenance staff.

RV Senior Communities: These properties are popular in Florida, California, and the Southwest. Residents either rent or buy their own mobile homes or RVs, and usually lease the piece of land on which they reside. Often providing a very close-knit neighborhood feel, RV senior communities offer less privacy and usually fewer on-site amenities.

Other 55 plus communities include Resort, Golf, Waterfront, age-qualified neighborhoods in small towns, and other friendly communities that are not officially age-restricted but are designed and marketed to appeal to retirees.

There are many alternatives for your future living arrangements, so use the information we have compiled on 55 Community Guide to get out, visit some #55communities and find the right home for the next exciting phase in your life.


55+ Retirement Homes For Sale or Rent

Although most newer communities are targeted toward seniors who want to purchase a property, there are also home rentals available within many of them. Rental options include single family homes, condominiums, townhouses, and apartments. We have expanded and upgraded our listings for 55+ home rentals and homes for sale. These are individual listings offered by realtors, homeowners, or property management companies, and are separate from the community listings. Happy hunting!
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I was hesitant to invest in a retirement community, but when I saw how many different types of 55+ communities are out there, I got excited about making the move. 55 Community Guide helped me and my husband find the perfect active adult community for our interests and activity levels, and since moving in, we have never looked back. What a great way to spend the leisure time we have earned for ourselves! Linda, age 61, retired nutritionist

What a wonderful wealth of information! 55 Community Guide introduced me to retirement destinations I had never even considered. After looking over all the great available communities and reading up on climates and recreational activities in different places, I found a dream home, new friends, and a whole new lease on life. Darrell, age 58, Marine Corps retired

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If you want to learn more about retirement and senior living, check out our articles directory for helpful articles compiled for our visitors. Find out about a wide variety of pertinent subjects, such as working with a realtor, finding professional home health care, affordable senior housing options, how a reverse mortgage can work for you, and much more of interest to 55 and older. Read, learn, and enjoy!



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