California Active Retirement Community Guide - CA 55+ Adult Communities

1. Price Range: $80,000-High $800s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 12,736
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Attached Co-ops, Attached Condos, High-Rise Condos, Single Family Homes
Laguna Woods Village
Laguna Woods, CA
Laguna Woods Village in Orange County is the largest 55+ active adult community on the West Coast. Formerly known as Leisure World, this 12,736-home community boasts seven clubhouses, 36-holes of golf, five swimming pools, an equestrian center and over 250 clubs and organizations. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-$1.0M
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 4,949
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Sun City Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA
Del Webb’s Sun City Palm Desert is the largest active adult community in the Coachella Valley. This 5,000 home community is the ideal retreat for retirees who want an active lifestyle community in the desert. It boasts a world-class lineup of amenities that includes three clubhouses and a 36-hole golf club. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $100s-High $400s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 3,300
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes, Town Homes
Sun Lakes Country Club
Banning, CA
Sun Lakes Country Club in Banning is a magnificent active adult community in the San Gorgonio Pass area of Riverside County. The community includes 3,300 homes and a 36-hole golf course spread across 1,000 acres. It offers a premier location, mild weather, great views and reasonably priced homes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-Mid $800s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 3,200
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Sun City Shadow Hills
Indio, CA
Sun City Shadow Hills is Del Webb’s newest active adult community in the Coachella Valley. It is located in Indio two miles east of Sun City Palm Desert. Shadow Hills is favored by buyers who want the latest desirable amenities and highly upgraded – yet inexpensive – new construction homes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $100s-Low $400s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 2,000
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Duplexes, Single Family Homes
Four Seasons at Beaumont
Beaumont, CA
Four Seasons at Beaumont is an exclusive gated community with luxurious new construction residences. The community is a favorite among active adult buyers who want a premiere southern California location, gorgeous views, world-class amenities and modern homes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $300s-High $500s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,920
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Casta Del Sol
Mission Viejo, CA
Casta Del Sol is an age-restricted community located in Mission Viejo, California. As a gated, planned community in a natural environment, Casta Del Sol offers the best of both worlds for retirees - urban living in a pastoral setting close to all of Orange County's attractions. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-High $300s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 1,700
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Sun City Apple Valley
Apple Valley, CA
Sun City Apple Valley brings the cherished Del Webb lifestyle to the northern edge of California’s Inland Empire. This 1,700 home community is just 40 miles north of San Bernardino. Buyers are lured here by the clean air, low taxes, reasonable home prices and carefree lifestyle. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $200s-Mid $700s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,632
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Duplex Homes, Single Family Homes
Ocean Hills Country Club
Oceanside, CA
Ocean Hills Country Club in Oceanside is one of the premier 55+ retirement communities in the San Diego area. Residents enjoy a large clubhouse, 18-hole golf course and a vibrant lifestyle. Pleasant breezes and magnificent views adorn this community that is just four miles from the Pacific Ocean. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $100s-Low $300s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,600
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Attached Homes, Single Family Homes
Oceana
Oceanside, CA
Oceana in Oceanside is a beautiful active adult community in North San Diego County. Oceana is situated just 4 miles from the Pacific Ocean and 275 feet above sea level, where it enjoys a near perfect climate that blends the hotter inland areas with cool ocean breezes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $200s-Low $400s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,500
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
The Colony
Murrieta, CA
The Colony is a 1,500 home community in Murrieta. It is revered for its prime location in the heart of southern California, ideally set within an hour of the ocean, mountains, lakes and the desert. This well-established community is surrounded by great shopping, dining and entertainment attractions. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $200s-$1.2M
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 1,400
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Trilogy at La Quinta
La Quinta, CA
Trilogy at La Quinta brings luxurious Shea Homes active adult living to the heart of the Coachella Valley. This 1,400 home community is revered for its finely crafted upscale homes and world-class amenities that include a clubhouse, 18-hole golf course, full-service spa and continuing education classes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $200s-Mid $500s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,317
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Condos, Single Family Homes
Trilogy at Glen Ivy
Corona, CA
Trilogy at Glen Ivy is a luxurious Shea Homes community adjacent to the Cleveland National Forest in Corona. It is perched in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains overlooking Temescal Canyon and Trilogy Golf Club. Home buyers cherish Trilogy’s upscale homes and prime location. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-High $300s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,290
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Solera at Oak Valley Greens
Beaumont, CA
Solera at Oak Valley Greens in Beaumont is a Del Webb community in the San Gorgonio Pass between San Bernardino and Palm Springs. This intimate community of 1,290 homes is set at an elevation of 2,600 feet where it enjoys cooler summers, scenic views and an action-packed lifestyle. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $100s-Mid $400s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 1,200
4. Age Restriction: None
5. Community Type: Age Targeted
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes, Townhomes
Terra Lago
Indio, CA
Terra Lago in Indio is a non age-restricted community by SunCal Companies. This Tuscan themed community is ideal for buyers who want relaxed desert living in a family-friendly environment. It has a 10,000 square foot clubhouse, 36-hole golf club and 20-acre lake with small boat access. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-High $300s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,154
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Ryland Oasis
Menifee, CA
Ryland Oasis in Menifee is a beautiful active adult community surrounding the 36-hole Menifee Lakes Country Club. This well-established community offers reasonably priced homes, great amenities and an active lifestyle. It is ideally set in the heart of southern California. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $200s-Mid$400s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,106
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Four Seasons at Hemet
Hemet, CA
Four Seasons Hemet is a 1,106-home active adult community in the heart of southern California. Residents enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding San Jacinto Mountains and the Hemet Golf Club. Everything from mountains, lakes, desert and beaches are accessible in an hour. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $300s-Low $800s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 900
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Attached Homes, Single Family Homes
Palmia
Mission Viejo, CA
Palmia in Mission Viejo is a gated community that welcomes active adults aged 55 or better. This beautiful community features many amenities that appeal to active adults, including an 18-hole putting green, tennis courts and recreational attractions including Lake Mission Viejo. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $100s-High $300s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 573
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Solera Diamond Valley
Hemet, CA
Solera Diamond Valley is Del Webb’s newest addition to their award-winning lineup of active adult communities in southern California. This 573 home community in Hemet combines the renowned Del Webb lifestyle and amenities in a smaller, more intimate setting. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Low $200s-High $300s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 548
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Villas
High Country Villas
Encinitas, CA
High Country Villas in Encinitas is ideally situated near San Diego and only three miles from the ocean. This 548 home active adult community features beautiful villas, a 9-hole golf course, gorgeous views and an abundance of leisure and social activity designed for active individuals. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $200s-High $400s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 540
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Four Seasons at Murrieta
Murrieta, CA
Four Seasons at Murrieta is an intimate 540-home active adult community on the outskirts of Temecula Valley wine country. Residents of Four Seasons Murrieta cherish the community’s central location ideally set between Orange County, San Diego and Palm Springs. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $200s-Mid $400s
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 477
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Four Seasons at Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
Four Seasons at Palm Springs is the only gated 55+ active retirement community in Palm Springs. This 477 home community surrounds the beautiful Palm Springs Country Club. It offers gorgeous views, top-notch amenities and a vibrant lifestyle with a desirable Palm Springs address. DETAILS
1. Price Range: High $200s-Mid $500s
2. New/Resale: New Only
3. Number of Homes: 191
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Condominium
Breakwater Village
Redondo Beach, CA
Breakwater Village in Redondo Beach brings the luxuries of age-restricted living to the heart of Southbay. Situated just 2 miles from the beach, Breakwater Village is the perfect retreat for active adults who want upscale condo living in a great location near shopping and restaurants. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $200s-Mid $300s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 161
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Emerald Lake Village
Oceanside, CA
Emerald Lake Village in Oceanside is an ideal age-restricted community for 55+ adults who want a small, well-maintained community at an affordable price in San Diego County. The tranquil setting at Emerald Lake Village is complete with 161 single family homes and a small clubhouse. DETAILS
1. Price Range: Mid $300s-Mid $500s
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 150
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Condominiums, Duplex Villas
Villa Trieste
Oceanside, CA
Villa Trieste in Oceanside is a gated 55+ community near San Diego. This beautiful community features 150 condos and duplex homes perched high enough to capture cool breezes and sporadic ocean views. The community features a small clubhouse, outdoor pool and plenty of activities. DETAILS