55places.com - Active Adult Retirement Communities 55+ Age-Restricted Communities

1. Price Range: $257,000-$450,000
2. New/Resale: New Only
3. Number of Homes: 351
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Single Family Collection, Townhome Collection
Bowes Creek Country Club
Elgin, IL
The Regency at Bowes Creek Country Club is an exquisite enclave of 351 active adult homes in the Bowes Creek community on the west side of Elgin. The active adult portion of the community is gated, has its own clubhouse and is reserved for people 55+. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $130,000-$403,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 2,107
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: 4-Story Condo Building, Single Family Homes, Townhomes & Coachhomes
Carillon
Plainfield, IL
Carillon in Plainfield was the first active adult community in the Chicago area. Carillon features over 2,100 homes in a gated community. Residents have access to a 32,000 square foot clubhouse and 27 holes of golf. Home buyers can choose from condos, townhomes and single family homes.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $200,000-$360,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 336
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Carillon at Stonegate
Aurora, IL
Carillon at Stonegate by Cambridge Homes offers a smaller and less expensive option for people seeking an active adult community in the Naperville area. With only 326 homes, Carillon at Stonegate is considerably smaller than nearby Carillon Club in Naperville and Carillon Lakes in Crest Hill.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $178,000-$400,000
2. New/Resale: New Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,297
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Duplex and Quad Homes, Single Family Homes
Carillon Cambridge Lakes
Pingree Grove, IL
Carillon at Cambridge Lakes is Cambridge Homes' latest active adult community in the northwest suburbs. Cambridge Lakes is comprised of nearly 3,000 homes with 1,297 devoted to the gated active adult neighborhood. Residents will enjoy their own private clubhouse with numerous amenities. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $191,000-$550,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 940
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Condominium Building, Single Family Homes, Townhomes
Carillon Club
Naperville, IL
Carillon Club is ideally situated on the west side of Naperville. This great location means that it is close to retail, restaurants and everyday necessities. Though prices are a bit higher, residents can enjoy a prestigious Naperville address and a community with a clubhouse and 3-hole golf course.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $180,000-$375,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 1,113
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Ranch Townhomes, Single Family Homes
Carillon Lakes
Crest Hill, IL
Carillon Lakes in Crest Hill is Cambridge Homes' second active adult community that was built after the completion of the nearby Carillon in Plainfield. Carillon Lakes is a smaller community than Carillon and features newer homes. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $160,000-$375,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 361
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Ranch Townhomes, Single Family Homes
Carillon North
Grayslake, IL
Carillon North in Grayslake, Illinois is a 55+ age restricted community in the heart of Lake County. This quaint 361 home community offers a perfect blend of small community feel with a variety of amenities and plenty of social interaction.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $192,000-$525,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 1,040
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Edgewater
Elgin, IL
Edgewater offers the Del Webb lifestyle in a smaller alternative to nearby Sun City Huntley. Edgewater's location off of Randall Road means retail shopping and restaurants are close to home. With 1,040 homes, Edgewater is one of the largest active adult communities in the Chicago area.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $250,000-$612,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 725
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Grand Dominion
Mundelein, IL
Grand Dominion in Mundelein is Del Webb's first active adult community in Lake County. Since its grand opening, Grand Dominion has been one of the hottest-selling active adult communities in the Chicago area. Grand Dominion offers the prestigious Del Webb name in a great location. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $190,000-$355,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 677
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes , Townhomes
Grand Haven
Romeoville, IL
Grand Haven was built with the joint efforts of Del Webb and Lakewood Homes. Residents of Grand Haven enjoy a small community feel without having to give up the lifestyle and amenities they desire in an active adult community.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $380,000-$540,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 184
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
Haverford Place
Hoffman Estates, IL
Haverford Place by Ryland Homes is an ideal community for people seeking a small age-restricted community with limited amenities in a location close to Schaumburg. Haverford Place is an intimate community of only 184 ranch homes located on the west side of Hoffman Estates.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $136,000-$276,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 2,000 (est.)
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Age Restricted
6. Home Types: Manufactured Homes
Saddlebrook Farms
Grayslake, IL
Saddlebrook Farms is a 720-acre manufactured-home, age-restricted community located on the outskirts of Grayslake featuring over 100 acres of lakes, nature preserves and a working farm. The community presents a very "country" feel with open spaces and homes featuring front porches.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $157,000-$380,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 765
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Duplex Homes, Single Family Homes
Shorewood Glen
Shorewood, IL
Shorewood Glen is Del Webb's newest active adult community in Chicago's southwest suburbs. Just two miles from I-55, Shorewood Glen provides quick access to the highway and surrounding suburbs. Shorewood Glen is conveniently located across the street from the Shorewood Towne Center.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $171,000-$320,000
2. New/Resale: Resale Only
3. Number of Homes: 211
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Duplex Homes, Single Family Homes
Steeplechase at Churchill Club
Oswego, IL
Steeplechase at Churchill Club in Oswego, Illinois is an intimate enclave of 211 age-restricted homes within the Churchill Club master planned community. Residents of Steeplechase can choose from ranch single family and duplex homes and enjoy exclusive access to a 6,000 square foot clubhouse with pool.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $150,000-$540,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 5,489
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Condominiums, Ranch Townhomes, Single Family Homes
Sun City Huntley
Huntley, IL
Del Webb's Sun City Huntley is one of the premier active adult communities in the Chicago area. With over 5,700 homes spread across 2,300 acres, Sun City Huntley is the largest and most amenity-laden active adult community in the entire Midwest. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $475,000-$650,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 156
4. Age Restriction: 55+
5. Community Type: Active Adult
6. Home Types: Single Family Homes
The Woods of South Barrington
South Barrington, IL
The Regency at The Woods of South Barrington is an exquisite collection of 156 finely appointed homes in a gated enclave reserved for 55+ active adults. True to the Toll Brothers name, The Woods of South Barrington is the perfect oasis for those who want luxury homes and can afford the price.DETAILS
1. Price Range: $220,000 - $242,000
2. New/Resale: New and Resale
3. Number of Homes: 117
4. Age Restriction: None
5. Community Type: Age Targeted
6. Home Types: Villas
Timbers Edge Villas
Joliet, IL
Timbers Edge Villas by Epcon Communities offers a new and improved age-targeted lifestyle in Joliet. Homeowners reap the benefits of less upkeep in the form of provided lawn care, snow removal and exterior maintenance - which is all covered by a low monthly homeowners contribution. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $218,000-$330,000
2. New/Resale: New Only
3. Number of Homes: 92
4. Age Restriction: None
5. Community Type: Age Targeted
6. Home Types: Villas
Villas at Fox Run
Plainfield, IL
Villas at Fox Run by Epcon Communities offers a new and improved age-targeted lifestyle community in Plainfield. Homeowners reap the benefits of less upkeep in the form of provided lawn care, snow removal and exterior maintenance - which is all covered by a low monthly homeowners contribution. DETAILS
1. Price Range: $200,000-$340,000
2. New/Resale: New Only
3. Number of Homes: 126
4. Age Restriction: None
5. Community Type: Age Targeted
6. Home Types: Villas
Villas at the Sonatas
Woodstock, IL
Villas at the Sonatas by Epcon Communities offers a unique age-targeted lifestyle in Woodstock, IL. Homeowners enjoy the benefits of less upkeep in the form of provided lawn care, snow removal and exterior maintenance - which is all covered by a low monthly homeowners contribution. DETAILS