Colorado 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

14 Active Adult Communities in Colorado

From the Great Plains to the Rocky Mountains and everywhere in between, Colorado has something for nearly any retiree. For most retirement age individuals who settle in Colorado the greater Denver and Front Range area has been the primary destination. The Front Range is the major population concentration that extends along the base of the Rocky Mountains from Pueblo, Colorado all the way to Cheyenne, Wyoming and includes places like Colorado Springs, Denver, Boulder and Fort Collins. This region accounts for over 80 percent of Colorado’s population.

For people looking for age-restricted 55+ active adult communities in Colorado, your choices are primarily limited to the greater Denver and Front Range area. There are fewer 55+ active retirement communities in Colorado than in other states in the southwest part of the country such as Arizona and Nevada. But with a growing number of retirees choosing Colorado as their preferred retirement destination, more 55-plus communities in Colorado are continuing to pop up.

The largest concentration of 55+ active retirement communities in Colorado are centered around Denver. Recently, Del Webb opened Anthem Ranch in Broomfield, CO. This 55 and over active adult community offers a rich lineup of amenities that include a magnificent clubhouse and beautiful ranch homes. Anthem Ranch has been popular with retirees who want to reside on the northwest side of Denver halfway between Boulder and downtown Denver.

For retirees in search of golf course retirement communities, Lennar’s Heritage 55+ communities are a desirable option. Heritage Todd Creek in Thornton is a popular active adult retirement community in Colorado. It is located just north of Denver and offers convenient access to the highway, downtown and the airport. Heritage Todd Creek offers a 33,000 square foot clubhouse and an 18-hole golf course. For those who prefer to be on the south side of Denver, Heritage Eagle Bend in Aurora, CO is a great option. Heritage Eagle Bend is an active adult community with 1,460 homes, a large clubhouse and an 18-hole golf course.

For active adult buyers who want communities closer to the culture of Denver, Colorado the well established Heather Gardens and Windsor Gardens are popular. Both of these communities feature intimate condos and townhomes built in the 1970s and 80s. These active adult communities are favored for their ideal location just minutes from downtown Denver, CO.

Many of the retirees who move to the state cherish Colorado’s 55+ active adult communities because they offer a lifestyle and amenity package unmatched by regular communities. Most of Colorado’s active retirement communities include clubhouses, fitness centers, swimming pools and hobby and craft studios that provide the opportunity for residents to stay physically and socially active. Plus, most of the larger 55+ retirement communities in Colorado have an on-site activities director who coordinates fun events, clubs and social gatherings.

For active adult buyers who prefer non age-restricted communities in Colorado, places like Fort Collins and Boulder continually rank at the top of various "Best Places" lists. The rankings come with good reason as the area offers many desirable features, such as reasonable prices, job growth, fair taxes, low crime, countless recreational opportunities and they are home to several colleges and universities.

Though the Front Range is home to most of Colorados residents, not all have chosen to make this area their year-round home. Recently, a growing trend among many retirement-aged people is to settle in one of the many small mountain towns that dot the western half of the state. Places like Durango, Grand Junction, Steamboat Springs and Breckenridge have gained in popularity among many 55+ active adult buyers. Many retirees are drawn to the endless recreational opportunities like skiing, hiking, fly fishing, camping, rafting and more. Others are simply drawn to the breathtaking views and quiet, laid-back atmosphere.

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