Located in Georgetown, Texas, Heritage Oaks offers active adult living in a scenic, suburban setting. It is the perfect place for active adults who value individual style, as each home is customized to meet each homebuyer's needs. The community also supports active living with an exciting line-up of recreational amenities.

Known for its colorful canyons and great Salt Lake, Utah offers scenic beauty that appeals to many active adult visitors and relocating retirees. Along with its spectacular National Parks and outdoor recreational activities, Utah features urban attractions in its fast-growing St. George area. This area is also starting to become popular for some impressive active adult communities.

Active adults looking for a new home in South Carolina's Charleston area can now turn to Four Seasons at The Lakes of Cane Bay. This brand new K. Hovnanian active adult community has plans for approximately 800 single-family homes, as well as a 20,000 square-foot clubhouse that will boast a wide range of indoor and outdoor amenities.

While some retirees dream of a coastal or desert retirement, America's Midwest offers many beautiful locations where active adults can enjoy regional attractions as well as four distinct seasons all while remaining close to family and friends. Here are ten great active adult communities found throughout the Midwest region.

Set in Delray Beach, Florida, Emerald Pointe is a well-established community which welcomes active adults aged 55 or better. Here residents will find affordable homes, lush grounds and an inviting clubhouse filled with social and recreational amenities. The prime Southeast Florida location also puts residents near beaches, shopping centers, restaurants and other local attractions.

There's something to be said for main-level living. It's nice to be able to go about your day without climbing up and down a lot of stairs. Yet homes with two-story lofts or finished basements are becoming increasingly popular in active adult communities. What's the attraction?

In the heart of California's Coachella Valley, Villa Portofino offers luxurious living for active adults aged 55 or better. This Palm Desert community was designed with elegant Italian styling, as well as appealing clubhouse amenities. Its prime location also offers spectacular views of the surrounding Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains.

Active adults in West Long Island will find appealing homes and an inviting clubhouse in The Greens at Half Hollow. This lovely active adult community is located in Melville, New York, within easy reach of shopping centers, restaurants, healthcare facilities and local entertainment. The community is also centered between Interstate 495 and Northern State Parkway, making it easy to travel throughout the area.

Los Angeles and San Francisco. Raiders and the Chargers. Napa Valley against Coachella Valley. It seems as if the rivalry between Southern California and Northern California can find no solution. When it comes to retirement communities in Northern and Southern California, these cross-state differences can influence which community to pursue. Here are some of the main differences (and similarities) between both sides of the Golden State from a retirement viewpoint.

Active adult communities throughout the nation have a lot to offer. At 55 Places, we have visited hundreds of age-restricted communities that include great amenities, lovely homes, and a vibrant lifestyle. There are numerous communities to choose from that meet the needs and wants of almost any desired lifestyle. Most people can agree that neighborhoods which include modern amenities like state-of-the-art fitness centers, expansive clubhouses, championship golf courses, and world-class restaurants provide a lavish setting.