From the yearly archives:

2012

With a prime location in Middleton, Delaware, Four Seasons at Silver Maple is a brand new active adult community built by K. Hovnanian to welcome residents aged 55 or better. This beautiful development is situated on 200 acres, offering a rural setting with easy access to historic downtown Middleton and nearby Augustine Beach.

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Active adult communities come in many sizes and styles. Smaller, more intimate communities certainly have their own picturesque charm, yet the grandeur of some of the larger developments makes quite an impression with lush appointments and sought-after resort-style amenities. Here is a look at some of our favorite luxurious amenity centers.

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Nestled just five miles north of downtown Palm Springs, Four Seasons at Palm Springs welcomes active adults with sweeping mountain vistas, lush palm trees and lovely water features. The spectacular, mission-style clubhouse provides a wide range of resort-style amenities, while the community’s prime location puts it in close proximity of many golf courses, restaurants, shops and other attractions.

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What’s So Great About Your Old House Anyway?

by Dave Schreiner on May 18, 2012

Remember the last time you moved your sofa and discovered how the carpet had faded? Or perhaps you’ve recently replaced your 20-year-old boob tube with a current LED model and sit in awe as you watch the stunning clarity of Dancing With The Stars. The fact is, things change over time but the change can be so slow that it can be imperceptible in the short run. Unless you carefully inspect your situation and contrast it to a contemporary version, you may be living a steadily eroding lifestyle without even realizing it.

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Set in a popular Phoenix area, in Sun City West, Corte Bella is an upscale Deb Webb active adult community which boasts luxurious homes, spacious recreation centers and a championship golf course. This beautifully landscaped development was designed to support an active lifestyle for residents aged 55 or better.

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Located along the state’s Central Atlantic Coast, Florida’s Treasure Coast stretches from the Sebastian Inlet down to North Palm Beach. Its beautiful shoreline is protected by sandbars and barrier islands, and the area also features many rivers, lagoons and nature preserves. This gorgeous region is a draw for beach lovers and a popular destination for active adult retirees.

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Opened in 2007, Vineyards on Lake Wylie is a beautiful community which is open to all ages, yet particularly appealing to active adults. Though the community has retained a rural atmosphere, with scenic beauty including 1.2 miles of Lake Wylie shoreline, it is located only 15 minutes from all the urban attractions in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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California has a reputation for being an expensive place to live, but that doesn’t mean active adults can’t find affordable options in the Golden State. There are many active adult communities found throughout California which offer homes for less than $200,000, including both large, resort-style developments and more intimate neighborhoods.

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Nestled on 154 acres in Berlin, New Jersey, Braddock Preserve is an active adult community which welcomes residents aged 55 or better. Its lovely main-entry boulevard, scenic pond and attractive landscaping greets residents and visitors with suburban charm, while its spacious clubhouse offers an exciting line-up of amenities and social activities.

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Though not every 55+ community has its own golf course, these rolling greens are often associated with active adult living. Golf course communities typically offer manicured lawns, lush landscaping and luxurious amenity centers. While there are many benefits to living in a golf course community, homebuyers often wonder if this resort-style amenity will actually increase a home’s property value.

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Set in Boynton Beach, South Florida, Cascade Lakes features luxurious homes nestled amid eight spectacular scenic lakes. This popular active adult community also highlights many social and recreational amenities within its spacious clubhouse and throughout its picturesque grounds. As an age-restricted community, Cascade Lakes welcomes residents aged 55 or better.

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While some retirees turn to coastal regions like Florida or California, many active adults prefer the thriving communities found throughout the Chicago area. This popular area features a blend of exciting urban attractions, like Millennium Park and the Chicago Botanic Garden, with the scenic beauty of Chicago’s picturesque suburbs.

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Built by Toll Brothers, Regency at Dominion Valley is an impressive golf course community in the heart of Prince William County, Virginia. This beautiful development welcomes residents aged 55 or better with suburban charm and all the amenities needed to support a healthy, active adult lifestyle. Plus, its prime location is just 35 miles west of Washington DC.

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Baby Boomers grew up during periods of dramatic social change and they are often known as being a generation of trendsetters. Yet Baby Boomers may not realize that they are the single largest economic group in the United States. They have more discretionary income and their spending habits can greatly effect the changing economy.

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Mountain View Living at Anthem Ranch in Colorado

by Susan Quilty on May 5, 2012

Mountain views, rolling hills, cascading water features and spectacular amenities await active adults who opt to call Anthem Ranch home. Set in Broomfield, Colorado, its rustic charm blends effortlessly with the natural settings, making Anthem Ranch a desirable destination for retirees who long for mountain vistas and outdoor recreations.

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