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St. Augustine makes for a unique and interesting place to retire, especially if you're fond of history and Spanish architecture. It's the country's oldest city, and rich in nature, culture, and art. You'll have easy access to the beach and a lot to keep you busy.

A brand new 55+ Trilogy community is phased to open in the larger master-planned community of Valor, located in the picturesque city of Boise, Idaho. Just 16 miles Southwest of Downtown Boise in Kuna, Idaho, Trilogy Valor is a gated, resort-like community nestled among sweeping meadows, verdant trees, and the Sawtooth Mountains.

Most active adults think about downsizing at some point, but it's all a matter of finding the right mix of a stellar location, the perfect floor plan, and low-maintenance features. Lancaster, Pennsylvania real estate checks all of these boxes, especially the three 55+ neighborhoods listed below.

Highly desirable 55+ communities like Raajipo in Central New Jersey are close to selling out. As of January 29, Raajipo was more than 90 percent sold out, with just 12 remaining lots for sale. It's the only active adult neighborhood in Robbinsville, which is in Mercer County and close to historic Princeton.

For Northern Illinois retirees, living in a small or mid-sized 55+ community doesn't have to mean sacrificing amenities or lifestyle options. These tight-knit 55+ communities each have fewer than 360 homes but still offer access to social amenities and activities. Here are the best small 55+ communities in Illinois.

The grand opening for Cypress Falls at The Woodlands was held at the end of January, and six new GenYou models were unveiled during the socially distanced event. Del Webb designed these intuitive floor plans to join the attached villas and single-family homes already available in the active adult community.