Sun City Carolina Lakes now holds the distinction of being the number one selling Del Webb Sun City community in the country. With its prime location, beautiful climate, varied amenities and versatile homes, it’s no wonder that this spectacular community continues to attract active adult retirees.

Many soon-to-be retirees are watching the home prices in our current buyers’ market and wishing that they were just a bit closer to buying their next dream home. However, homebuyers don’t necessarily have to be ready to move the moment they start the home buying process.

Deep in the heart of Texas, Frisco Lakes offers resort-style living, an active social calendar and thoughtfully designed Del Webb homes. At Frisco Lakes, homeowners can be as active as they choose. They can arrange activities within the community or easily travel to nearby cities like Dallas or Fort Worth.

Finding an active adult community with new construction options can be a challenge in popular Florida locations where established communities only offer resale homes. Fortunately, construction has not ended in the Sunshine State and new active adult communities still offer a variety of new home options.

Set in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, Falls Run welcomes residents aged 55 or better with an active lifestyle. The location, which is less than an hour from the nation’s capital, makes Falls Run even more attractive. Homeowners can easily enjoy both a rural environment and nearby urban attractions.

For most homebuyers, "community" is the most desirable part of active adult communities. Social clubs, classes, events and amenities are strong selling points, and that often means choosing a community with a large central clubhouse. However, several developers are taking the clubhouse concept one step further with the evolution of community town centers.

Perched in the high desert above the glittering lights of the Las Vegas Strip, the city of Henderson, Nevada, has become a favorite retirement hot spot for many active adults. Golf enthusiasts in particular will love living at Del Webb’s beautiful Sun City MacDonald Ranch community.

While the state of Texas has been gaining popularity with retirees, the city of Houston has been largely overlooked as a retirement destination. That may be changing as more 55+ community developers move into the area, and active adults discover many reasons to give Houston a second look.

Relocating to Lely Resort in Naples, Florida, is like retiring in paradise. Elegant homes are nestled into a spectacular setting amid scenic beauty and a wide range of community amenities. While there is no age restriction at Lely Resort, many fabulous features make this community an ideal setting for vibrant active adults.

For some social butterflies, meeting new friends is one of the more exciting aspects of moving to a strange town. Yet other retirees may be nervous about building their new social circle. Fortunately, relocating to an active adult community often makes it quite a bit easier to find friends who share similar interests.