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Viera, FL
Low $100s – Low $400s
1,200 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family, Attached, Condos
New and Resale Homes
Port St. Lucie, FL
Low $100s – Low $300s
1,200 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family
New and Resale Homes
Port St. Lucie, FL
Low $100s – Low $300s
1,158 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
Port St. Lucie, FL
Below $100k – High $100s
987 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family, Attached
Resale Homes Only
Melbourne, FL
High $100s – Mid $800s
770 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
Port St. Lucie, FL
Below $100k – High $100s
689 Homes
No Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
Port. St. Lucie, FL
Low $100s – Low $300s
472 Homes
No Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
Vero Beach, FL
High $100s – Low $300s
462 Homes
No Age Restriction
Single Family, Attached
New and Resale Homes
Vero Beach, FL
Low $100s – Low $300s
434 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family, Attached
New and Resale Homes
Melbourne, FL
High $100s – Low $300s
336 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
Melbourne, FL
High $100s – High $300s
300 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family, Attached
New and Resale Homes
Melbourne, FL
Low $100s – High $100s
190 Homes
55+ Age Restriction
Single Family
Resale Homes Only
The Mid-Atlantic Coast of Florida extends from the Palm Beach County line to just north of Daytona Beach. The region spans five counties (Martin County, St. Lucie County, Indian River County, Brevard County and Volusia County) and includes popular retirement communities and destinations such as Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Melbourne, Palm Bay, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach and Ormond Beach. The area encompasses the region known as the "Treasure Coast" (named for the spilled treasure from Spanish ships that were wrecked in the area) and the "Space Coast" that includes Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center.
Retirees are drawn to the Mid-Atlantic region of Florida by nice weather, wonderful beaches, great water views and affordable housing. The area is considerably less congested than cities along the Gold Coast further south. Many of the retirement communities and cities in the region offer quaint downtowns that present a welcomed contrast to the continual suburban sprawl that one feels further south. In addition, prices in the region tend to be slightly below state averages and considerably lower priced than the South Atlantic region of Florida to the south. As a result, many retirees have been drawn to the area.
There is a wide variety of real estate available in the Mid-Atlantic region of Florida. The area retains a distinctive ambience as it lacks many of the high-rise coastal condos found further to the south. Generally, real estate prices in the region are about 5 to 10 percent below the state average. However, areas along the coast and inland waterways are more congested and more expensive than homes further inland. Homebuyers can choose from a number of 55+ age-restricted communities, active adult communities and active retirement communities. Palm Bay, for example, was started as a large active retirement community. Over time, the area has grown into a town that now offers housing for all ages. In addition to Palm Bay, there are numerous other retirement communities that are popular with active adults throughout the region.
As you head north from Palm Beach, you will notice a gradual change from a tropical to a subtropical climate. As you get closer to places like Daytona Beach, it is evident that the coconut palms and flowering vegetation have given way to forests of oak and pine trees. Like southern Florida, The Mid-Atlantic region of Florida is still moderated by the warming affects of the Gulf Stream in the winter and cooling from the Atlantic Ocean in the summer. Temperatures tend to be a few degrees cooler than southern Florida, but are still very pleasant. In the southern section of this region, expect July highs and lows average 84 and 68, respectively, and winter highs and lows average 73 and 52, respectively. As you go further north, these highs and lows are typically 3 to 5 degrees cooler. Most of the area experiences about 50 inches of rain annually.
Though this vicinity is less congested than areas further south, this is not to be confused with a lack of recreational and cultural opportunities. Golfing and tennis are among the favorites of active adult residents of the region and the area consequently offers plenty of golf courses and tennis courts. Like most areas of Florida, water sports, including boating, fishing and sunbathing on the many beautiful beaches is a highlight for the areas residents. When the grandkids come to visit there are numerous options such as Jonathan Dickerson State Park, the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame, The Kennedy Space Center or one of several museums devoted to the shipwrecks and sunken treasure of the Treasure Coast. In addition, Walt Disney World and all of its attractions are about an hour drive from most places in the region.
The eclectic make-up of the regions residents, along with their fine tastes, makes the region alive with culture. This stretch of coast is dotted with numerous museums, art galleries and performing arts centers. Residents of the region have access to the many diverse attractions that are sure to appeal to nearly every active adult.
There are several community colleges in the area in addition to the University of Central Florida. Many of the colleges in the region provide special programs for active adults who want to engage in continuing education and lifelong learning. 55+ residents can often attend classes and lectures at highly discounted rates. There is less industry in this region than the Gold Coast and, therefore, work is not as readily available. Still, active adults who want part-time work for extra income or simply to stay busy can usually find opportunities. However, full-time work tends to be more difficult to find for the 55+ crowd. For healthcare needs, there are nearly 30 hospitals in the region.
