Awards

In a year that has posed unprecedented challenges to active adults and 55+ communities across the nation, the 2021 55places community of the year is Laguna Woods Village located in Southern California. Find out more about the reasons why Laguna Woods Village deserves recognition as the 2021 Community of the Year.

The 25 55+ communities on this list attract snowbirds year after year thanks to their low-maintenance homes, resort-style amenities, and desirable locations with warm weather. Keep reading to find out what makes these 55+ communities best for snowbirds.

We've gathered 25 of the best places for snowbirds, including cities in Florida, Arizona, California, Texas, South Carolina, and Nevada. For each entry, we've also provided a list of recommended 55+ communities in the area. If you're ready to find your own winter retreat this season, here are some of the best places to consider.

Brand new homes, modern amenities for today's active adult, and a wide selection of lifestyle activities await homebuyers looking to move to a new active adult community. Here are the communities that made this year's list of The 10 Best New Communities.

Starting your home search might feel a bit overwhelming. But if you're seeking a community that offers the most value for your money, we've determined the top 25 communities that offer attractive home prices, resort-style amenities, and picturesque locations. Your next home might just be your most savvy purchase yet.

We narrowed down our 55 Best 55+ Communities list to focus on the best mid-sized 55+ communities. All of the communities on this list are age-restricted and have 200 to 500 homes. Some of the top communities on the list can be found in Florida, Arizona, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina.

There are many communities across the country that can provide everything you're looking for to help you make the most of your retirement. Every year, 55places rounds up 55 of the best age-restricted communities to help active adult homebuyers find the perfect place to call home.

For active adult homebuyers unsure of where to start their home search, it may help to take a look at where so many other retirees have found their dream home. These popular communities offer attractive home models, top-notch amenities for a variety of interests, and prime locations all across the country.

This year, renowned home builders plan to make progress on highly anticipated age-restricted and active lifestyle communities. Those hoping to find a new construction home in an ideal retirement destination have a lot to look forward to this year. Keep reading to browse the 37 best coming soon communities of 2021.

With many active adults interested in staying up-to-date on the construction of these highly-anticipated communities, we've taken a look at our list of The Best Coming Soon Communities of 2019 and done the research to give homebuyers the latest news on these popular developments.