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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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Villas at Sedgefield

Villas at Sedgefield

Villas at Sedgefield

2 Potlickry Place
Greensboro, NC 27407

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

Seaside Village

Seaside Village

Seaside Village

790 Sunset Blvd. North
Sunset Beach, NC 28468

Welcome to today’s “Main Street USA”--at the Beach! The Seaside Village at Sunset Beach, North Carolina is an exciting new “Lifestyle Center” community which offers its residents a place to play, work, entertain, or just plain relax. The concept

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

Ashbury Crossing

Ashbury Crossing

Ashbury Crossing

100 Kestrel Court
Mebane, NC 27302

Ashbury Crossing is an Active Adult, 55+ community conveniently located one mile from historic downtown Mebane, North Carolina. The only neighborhood of its kind in the area, Ashbury Crossing’s beautiful attached cottages and condominiums are designed s

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

Looking for a place that's new, adventurous and unique? This is it. Surrounded by Lake Wylie, it's as breathtaking as it is rich in history. There is just so much to explore and do, your guests may never want to leave. McLean has more than 130 acres of gr

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

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

Cliffside of Hickory Nut Falls

PO Box 7, 401 Main Street
Chimney Rock Village, NC 28720

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

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

The Preserve at Wolf Laurel

5860 Bald Mountain Road
Burnsville, NC 28714

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

Hickory Nut Forest

Hickory Nut Forest

Hickory Nut Forest

Fern Cove Lane
Gerton, NC 28735

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

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

Mount Mitchell Golf Club & Realty

Mount Mitchell Golf Club & Realty

Mount Mitchell Golf Club & Realty

11484 State Highway 80 South
Burnsville, NC 28714

The Mount Mitchell Golf Club offers a variety of challenges to the visiting golfer. The course received a four and one half star rating in Golf Digest's "Places to Play." North Carolina Magazine ranked Mount Mitchell in the top ten public courses in the s

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

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

Moores Valley

Moores Valley Ln
Leicester, NC 28748

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

Creston Community

Creston Community

Creston Community

3000 Creston Drive
Black Mountain, NC 28711

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

SkySail Condominiums

SkySail Condominiums

SkySail Condominiums

100 SkySail Blvd.
New Bern, NC 28560

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

Picture a lush and peaceful place with breathtaking views that ...

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

Wilderness Trail

Wilderness Trail

Wilderness Trail

567 E. Main Street
Banner Elk, NC 28604

Wilderness Trail is a modern community with luxury amenities and an outdoorsy spirit tucked into a National Park-like setting in the mountains of western North Carolina. Its Jim Fazio-Rick Robbins golf course heads a long list of upscale amenities. Simply

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

The Manor

The Manor

The Manor

12920 Dorman Road
Pineville, NC 28134

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

The Westport Club

The Westport Club

The Westport Club

7494 Golf Course Drive South
Denver, NC 28037

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

Carolina Trace Country Club

Carolina Trace Country Club

Carolina Trace Country Club

2100 Country Club Drive
Sanford, NC 27332

A 2,500 acre private, member-owned country club in a gated community, located between Pinehurst and ...

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Golf Course Living

The Carolina Inn

The Carolina Inn

The Carolina Inn

400 Forsythe Street Fayetteville, NC 28303
Fayetteville, NC 28303

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

McLendon Hills

McLendon Hills

McLendon Hills

275 McLendon Hills Drive
West End, NC 27376

McLendon Hills is a 600-acre Lake and Equestrian Community in central North Carolina with a focus on old-fashioned values and traditions. It is a place where the properties are large and the activities are plentiful; where children run free in their spaci

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

Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement

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

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

The Sanctuary

The Sanctuary

The Sanctuary

11235 Wildlife Road
Charlotte, NC 28278

Tucked away on a quiet corner of Lake Wylie in Charlotte, NC, the Sanctuary is one of the most exclusive luxury lake communities in the Southeast, offering huge wooded and waterfront property for sale. Only 187 families will call this 1,300-acre nature re

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

Charlestowne of Bradford Creek

Charlestowne of Bradford Creek

Charlestowne of Bradford Creek

4262 US Highway 264 East
Greenville, NC 27834

This planned golfing community is a haven for those seeking to truly enjoy an active and comfortable lifestyle. Perfect for those who value a mild four season climate that allows for year round golfing and tennis or a relaxing stroll along the walking tra

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

Arlington Place

Arlington Place

Arlington Place

9128 NC Highway 306 South
Arapahoe, NC 28510

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

Wakefield Plantation

Wakefield Plantation

Wakefield Plantation

2304 Wakefield Plantation Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614

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

Meadowlea Village

Meadowlea Village

Meadowlea Village

1004 Overlook Dr.
Deland, FL 27803

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

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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