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North Carolina 55+ Communities

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

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Crow Creek

Crow Creek

Crow Creek

470 South Crow Creek Drive
Calabash, NC 28467

1 homes $525,000 - $525,000

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Carriage Park

Carriage Park

Carriage Park

2827 Haywood Road
Hendersonville, NC 28791

22 homes $29,900 - $2,000,000

Selected as one of America's 100 Best Master Planned Communities, Carriage Park is a collection of twenty-three distinct mountain villages secured within a single gated community. Cradled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains in Hendersonville, NC, it is a haven for those who seek a comfortable and peaceful lifestyle.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Gated Communities

Hawk's Ridge

Hawk's Ridge

Hawk's Ridge

53 Hogans View Circle
Hendersonville, NC 28739

12 homes $28,000 - $189,000

A brand new community is blossoming within Champion Hills, featuring a low-maintenance lifestyle that’s as affordable as it is comfortable.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls

Connestee Falls

33 Connestee Trail
Brevard, NC 28712

50 homes $10,000 - $2,000,000

People move to Western North Carolina for a variety of reasons, including cool summers, mild winters, unrivaled natural beauty, lower cost of living, and less crowding. So it is with the residents of Connestee Falls.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Cummings Cove

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Cummings Cove

20 Cummings Cove Pkwy
Hendersonville, NC 28739

14 homes $29,900 - $729,000

Cradled in the lap of the Blue Ridge Mountains and sheltered by the Great Smokies to the west, Cummings Cove enjoys a mild climate where spring and fall are long and colorful, winter is short and summer invites you to sit on the porch and sip lemonade.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Waterford of the Carolinas

Waterford of the Carolinas

Waterford of the Carolinas

1000 Olde Waterford Way
Leland, NC 28451

2 homes $315,000 - $1,200,000

Leland, NC - Wilmington's most unique waterfront community just across the Cape Fear River from Historic Downtown Wilmington and the Atlantic Ocean. Featuring creeks and waterways with almost every homesite on the water. Often referred to as the “Cape Fear Coast,” few places can match the Wilmington area's wide range of recreational features, cultural offerings, and historical ambience. With an average annual temperature of 63.7 degrees, Wilmington has become one of the top relocation areas in the United States. Discovery Package available!

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Cresswind Charlotte

Cresswind Charlotte

Cresswind Charlotte

8913 Silver Springs Court
Charlotte, NC 28215

10 homes $494,990 - $697,060

Charlotte’s most exciting new active adult community with the best location just 25-minutes from Uptown and less than 30 minutes from SouthPark!

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

3 Cherry Way

3 Cherry Way

3 Cherry Way

2461 Royal Anne Drive
Denver, NC 28037

3 homes $414,900 - $485,000

3 Cherry Way is ideally located on a quiet peninsula in Denver, NC and surrounded by the beautiful waters of Lake Norman.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

River's Edge Golf Course

Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation

2000 Arnold Palmer Drive
Shallotte, NC 28470

15 homes $145,500 - $1,495,000

Wilmington, NC - Located between historic Wilmington and the Grand Strand of Myrtle Beach, SC, Rivers Edge Golf Club & Plantation™ boasts a coastal lifestyle that is not to be rushed, but savored. With over 500 acres of lush landscape nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the beautiful Shallotte River and its tributaries, this master-planned community sets the example for perfection in coastal living.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

St. James Plantation

Located in southeastern NC -- near the seatown of Southport & 30 minutes south of Wilmington, NC

St. James Plantation

St James Dr
Southport, NC 28461

104 homes $189,000 - $3,900,000

Southport, NC - Ideally located along the North Carolina coast near Wilmington, Southport, and Myrtle Beach.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land, Gated Communities

Champion Hills

Champion Hills

Champion Hills

1 Hagen Drive
Hendersonville, NC 28739

32 homes $10,000 - $1,995,000

Champion Hills is a top-ranked, year-round golf club with members and residents hailing from over 36 states. The Champion Hills community consists of an array of people with diverse interests, experiences, and passions, who are all united by the easy going and welcoming culture that is Champion Hills. Over half of our residents live here year-round and enjoy all that our club has to offer including our Tom Fazio designed golf course and a full calendar of social events and activities for members of every walk of life.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Meadowlands

Community Clubhouse

Meadowlands

1000 Meadowlands Trail
Calabash, NC 28467

11 homes $264,000 - $649,900

Calabash, NC - Meadowlands is located just minutes from the white sugar sands of Ocean Isle Beach. This new community offers residents a tranquil and natural setting just minutes to area beaches and the excitement of Myrtle Beach.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Village at Bradley Branch

Village at Bradley Branch

Village at Bradley Branch

22 Sunny Meadows Boulevard
Arden, NC 28704

1 homes $314,990 - $314,990

This South Asheville location is near everything you want and need, including the area's major healthcare systems. The Village at Bradley Branch offers a quaint neighborhood of one- and two-story townhomes, featuring premium finishes, low-maintenance living, and Energy Star certified construction for ultimate energy efficiency and savings.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Pinebrook Farms

Pinebrook Farms

Pinebrook Farms

25 Pinebrook Club Dr
Asheville, NC 28804

2 homes $659,000 - $975,000

The ideal location of Pinebrook Farms means rural living is balanced with the excitement of one of the Southeast’s most vibrant metropolitan areas. Only two miles away, Weaverville offers conveniences such as supermarkets, banking and other professional services, while the town’s classic Main Street features antique stores, boutique shops and wonderful dining.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Reems Creek Golf Community

Reems Creek Golf Community

Reems Creek Golf Community

36 Pink Fox Cove Road
Weaverville, NC 28787

7 homes $129,900 - $1,148,000

Reems Creek Golf Club is a world of inviting combinations. A perfect blend of leisure in natural surroundings with desirable conveniences and it is all wrapped up and presented to you and your family in a affordable golfing community!

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

The Courtyards at Kinnamon Park is the first Epcon Community to introduce our new American Porch Collection of home designs. With the flexible, open and spacious living areas, abundant natural light and luxury features Epcon homes are known for.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Riverlights

Riverlights

Riverlights

4410 River Rd
Wilmington, NC 28412

40 homes $299,000 - $1,699,750

Wilmington, NC - Riverlights is a lovely, new Del Webb Community featuring a large selection of custom single family homes and stunning town homes with sweeping waterway views! Single family homes in Riverlights start at an affordable $230K and go up to over 700K. All the Del Webb homes come with many standard features and are quality built to give years of carefree living. In addition to Del Webb homes, there are 8 additional approved builders in Riverlights offering a wide selection of floor plans from Craftsman to Cottage style homes and single level homes from 1100sf up to over 3,000sf.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

Crowfields Condominiums

Crowfields Condominiums

Crowfields Condominiums

1745 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803

7 homes $425,000 - $675,000

Set in the midst of 72 acres of woodlands, the property includes varied ecosystems. In the sweeping meadow deer graze and wild turkeys roost in towering pines. This is where Dingle Creek wends its way to the French Broad River.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Mountain Living (or near), Real Estate Homes and Land

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Harbor Ridge

Harbor Ridge

Harbor Ridge

905 Hwy 321 NW - Suite 207
Hickory, NC 28601

Harbor Ridge, located on Lake Rhodhiss in Rutherford College, North Carolina area, is a secluded and gated lakefront community. The Harbor Ridge address is ideal: at the protected wilderness foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, yet centrally-located abo

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Wolf Laurel Community

Wolf Laurel Community

Wolf Laurel Community

2607 Wolf Laurel Rd
Mars Hill, NC 28754

Wolf Laurel Resort is a gated community of over 5,000 acres located just north of Asheville, NC. The resort is mostly surrounded by The Pisgah National Forest and boasts 3 entrances to the Appalachian Trail. Also, recently added was a 750 acre nature land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

The Carolina Inn

The Carolina Inn

The Carolina Inn

400 Forsythe Street Fayetteville, NC 28303
Fayetteville, NC 28303

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

The Fitzgerald

The Fitzgerald

The Fitzgerald

290 Macon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28804

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

Waterway Resort

850 Cedar Point Blvd.
Swansboro, NC 28584

Waterway Resort is located on 28 sprawling acres of land in picturesque Swansboro, North Carolina. The resort is situated along the Intracoastal Waterway between Swansboro and Cape Carteret. Open year round, and feature over 300 sites with full hook-ups.

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, RV Communities

Somersby Park

Somersby Park

Somersby Park

130 South Main Street
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Governors Club

Governors Club

Governors Club

10100 Governors Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living, Real Estate Homes and Land

Whisper Mountain

Poplar Ridge at Whisper Mountain

Whisper Mountain

7500 NC 63 Highway 28748
Leicester, NC 28748

In the heart of western North Carolina, surrounded by culture, good old- fashioned southern hospitality and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, is a community known as Whisper Mountain. The result of meticulous planning, this community offers spacious

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

Bogue Watch

Bogue Watch

Bogue Watch

3797 Highway 24
Newport,, NC 28570

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Real Estate Homes and Land

55+ communities, or active adult communities, are residential areas designed for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities offer a lifestyle tailored to older adults, featuring low-maintenance housing and various amenities such as fitness centers, swimming pools, and walking trails. Social interaction is encouraged through organized events, hobby groups, and recreational activities. Many communities provide additional services like healthcare facilities, transportation, and dining options. Located in desirable climates and scenic areas, they offer a serene and enjoyable living environment. The primary goal is to foster a vibrant, supportive atmosphere where residents can enjoy their retirement years with a focus on health, wellness, and social connections.

North Carolina has quietly become one of the most popular states in the country for retirement. Its milder climate attracts retirees. North Carolina is blessed with a varied topography, from coast to mountains

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Biltmore Lake

80 Lake Drive Biltmore Lake NC 28715

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80 Lake Drive Biltmore Lake, NC 28715

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Reems Creek Golf Community

Reems Creek Golf Community

36 Pink Fox Cove Road Weaverville NC 28787

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The Vistas of Westfield

61 Westfield Way Candler NC 28715

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