Appealing Communities Near the Atlantic Coast

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The geographical and climatic range down the entire Atlantic Coast, from the beautiful falls of Central New Jersey to the bustling Miami beaches, is breathtaking in and of itself. Along the sea, there are many incredible retirement destinations for active adults.

Palm trees beside the outdoor pool at Del Webb Ponte Vedra in Ponte Vedra, Florida at night.

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From the beautiful Jersey Shore to bustling Miami beaches, there are many prime retirement destinations spread all along the Atlantic Coast. Picturesque communities include settings with all four seasons, suburbs within easy reach of city centers, and popular resort towns. There is something for everyone, especially when these communities come with their own impressive on-site amenities.

High $200s – Low $600s

Colorful flowers in front of the clubhouse in Heritage Isle - Viera, FL

Active adults in Florida’s Space Coast area will love Heritage Isle’s diverse homes and beautiful grounds. This award-winning community offers homes by multiple builders, as well as an amenity-rich clubhouse and many outdoor recreations, including fishing ponds and the adjacent 18-hole Duran Golf Course. Heritage Isle also provides a full social calendar with many clubs, classes, and activities.

High $300s – Mid $900s

Pool and clubhouse at night in Del Webb Ponte Vedra, FL

Set in Northern Florida, 20 miles from JacksonvilleDel Webb Ponte Vedra is a quiet enclave within the larger Nocatee master-planned community. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities spread across two elegant clubhouses: The Anastasia Club and the Riverwood Center. Amenities include impressive fitness facilities, cafes, hobby and game rooms, sports courts, and a six-mile nature trail.

Mid $300s – Low $600s

Clubhouse in Venetian Isles - Boynton Beach, FL

Set in the popular Boynton Beach area, Venetian Isles was developed by three well-respected builders: Centex Homes, Lennar Homes, and Westbrooke. The 24-hour guard-gated community features a 26,000-square-foot clubhouse with a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pools, hobby and game rooms, sports courts, and much more. The community includes 1,060 homes, which are now available on a resale basis.

Mid $300s – High $2Ms

Aerial view of the amenities at Sun City Hilton Head in Bluffton, South Carolina.

As one of South Carolina’s largest active adult communities, Sun City Hilton Head features an exciting line-up of resort-style amenities, social clubs, classes, and planned events. Highlights include a 45-acre Town Center and Amenity Complex, 54 holes of golf, two on-site restaurants, a 540-seat performing arts center, a 20-acre fishing lake, a pet park, and gardening plots. There are also numerous hobby and game rooms, as well as an impressive line-up of outdoor recreations.

High $300s – Mid $600s

Aerial view of Del Webb at Cane Bay in Summerville, South Carolina.

Just 25 miles from Historic Charleston, Del Webb at Cane Bay will one day contain about 1,000 homes spread across 360 acres of scenic grounds. A 25,000-square-foot clubhouse serves as the hub of social and recreational activity. Here residents enjoy a wide variety of indoor and outdoor amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hobby and game rooms, sports courts, and a fishing lake.

Mid $400s – Low $700s

Exterior view of the clubhouse at Greenbriar Oceanaire in Waretown, New Jersey.

Active adults will find beautiful homes in an impressive country club setting at Greenbriar Oceanaire. The 38,000-square-foot clubhouse invites residents to get to know their neighbors while enjoying resort-style amenities, such as hobby and game rooms, fitness facilities, and a private 18-hole golf course. The indoor swimming pool features a retractable roof for sunny days, while the spacious ballroom hosts a wide range of activities, parties, and special events.

Low $500s – Low $600s

A water feature beside the community sign for River Pointe in Manchester, New Jersey.

With just 504 single-family homes, River Pointe is a small community that still offers many of the desirable amenities found in larger Del Webb developments. The inviting clubhouse features a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hobby and game rooms, and outdoor sports courts. Its prime location also puts residents within easy access of Atlantic City, Philadelphia, and New York City.

High #400s – Mid $700s

Golf carts and clubhouse on the golf course in Colonial Heritage - Williamsburg, VA

Scenic beauty and historic charm abound at Colonial Heritage. This beautiful community, built by Lennar Homes, features a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse, an 18-hole championship golf course, on-site dining, and a diverse social calendar. Homebuyers can currently choose from available resale and new construction homes in a number of styles and sizes.

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Bill Ness
Bill Ness is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of 55places.com. His real estate career began in sales for Del Webb before becoming a sales manager for Sun City Huntley. After noticing that the industry lacked a central, reliable, and unbiased resource for active adult communities, Bill left Del Webb in 2007 to start 55places.com. Having traveled to countless 55+ communities and having interviewed residents, builders, and agents around the country, Bill is considered a leading expert on the active adult lifestyle. View all authors

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