Looking for the perfect place to start your next chapter? These active adult communities—newly added to 55places.com in the last 30 days—are thoughtfully designed for the 55+ lifestyle. From low-maintenance homes to resort-style amenities and vibrant social scenes, they offer everything you need for connection, recreation, and relaxation. Whether you’re drawn to scenic mountains or charming coastal towns, explore the latest communities making waves across the country.
Georgia
The Courtyards by the Manor – Alpharetta, GA
Mid $600ks
The Courtyards by The Manor is a gated 55+ community nestled in the scenic West Forsyth area near Alpharetta, Georgia. Developed by Epcon Communities and beginning sales this year, the community features 102 newly constructed single-family homes. These new homes range from 2,000 to over 4,000 square feet. They feature two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and two- to three-car garages. Also, each home includes first-floor owner suites, open-concept layouts, private courtyards, and optional extras such as flex rooms, sunrooms, and screened porches.
Additionally, The Courtyards by The Manor offers an engaging, low-maintenance lifestyle. Residents can enjoy a clubhouse with a fitness center, an outdoor pool, two pickleball courts, a dog park, walking trails, planned fire-pit spots, and picnic areas. Tucked away amid tree-lined streets and gentle rolling hills, the setting feels peaceful yet convenient. It’s just minutes from Alpharetta’s shopping, dining, hospitals, and cultural attractions, with quick access to Atlanta and the Hartsfield-Jackson airport .
Tennessee
The Courtyards at Stewarts Creek – Smyrna, TN
Mid $500ks – Low $800ks
The Courtyards at Stewarts Creek is an inviting 55+ community nestled in Smyrna, Tennessee—about 30 miles southeast of Nashville. Comprised of 92 single-family homes, this neighborhood offers spacious one- and two-story floor plans ranging from 1,520 to 2,932 square feet. Homes include two to four bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, and attached two- to two-and-a-half-car garages. Additional features include open-concept layouts, central kitchen islands, fireplaces, primary suites with walk-in closets, and optional extras such as flex rooms, screened-in porches, and guest quarters.
Beyond its homes, The Courtyards at Stewarts Creek delivers a relaxed, low-maintenance lifestyle with resort-style amenities. Residents have access to a clubhouse with multipurpose rooms and a fitness center. Outdoors, there’s a saltwater pool, pickleball and bocce courts, a charming pocket park, and community fire pits. Grounds and lawn care are handled by the homeowners association (HOA), freeing residents to enjoy fitness classes and social clubs. With proximity to grocery stores, medical facilities, and Nashville’s vibrant culture, this community offers convenience, activity, and Southern hospitality.
Utah
SunRiver Firelight – Toquerville, UT
High $400ks – High $900ks
SunRiver Firelight is the newest 55+ active adult community in Toquerville, Utah. It’s just 15 minutes from Downtown St. George and a 25-minute drive from Zion National Park. With construction beginning in 2025, this vibrant neighborhood will eventually feature over 1,200 single-family homes. Residences have spacious lots with three‑ or four‑car garages ideal for hobbyists, RV enthusiasts, and those craving extra storage. Eight floor plans offer two to three bedrooms, two to two-and-a-half baths, and modern design elements such as custom cabinetry, hybrid HVAC systems, low-E windows, and structured wiring.
This resort-style enclave centers around a community center with fitness rooms, arts and crafts studios, hobby spaces, and event areas. Outdoors, residents can enjoy a pool with a sundeck, a pickleball arena, and miles of scenic walking and biking trails. Enjoy cooler temperatures than nearby St. George, landscaped communal upkeep, and effortless access to shopping, dining, health care, and natural beauty.
Virginia
Montebello – Sterling, VA
Mid $600ks – Low $1Ms
Montebello by Del Webb in Sterling, Virginia, is a vibrant 55+ community thoughtfully designed for active adults. Nestled alongside the scenic Claude Moore Park, Montebello blends suburban calm with urban convenience. The neighborhood features 450 new and resale homes ranging from 1,373 to 2,714 square feet. They also feature two to three bedrooms, open-concept living, spacious owner suites, outdoor space, and attached garages. Construction began in 2022, blending modern design and timeless functionality.
Montebello offers a rich lineup of amenities and social opportunities. A full-time lifestyle director curates events, clubs, and outings, fostering a warm and connected environment. Also, the expansive clubhouse features a demonstration kitchen, craft and card rooms, a fitness studio, indoor and outdoor pools, and a bar area. Outdoors, residents enjoy cabanas, bocce and pickleball courts, walking trails, pocket parks, and a community garden. Whether soaking up sunshine by the pool, trying new hobbies, or staying fit together, Montebello is an active community designed for the next exciting chapter.
Lake Margaret at the Highlands – Chesterfield, VA
Mid $500ks – Mid $700ks
Lake Margaret at the Highlands is an exclusive 55+ community nestled within the prestigious Highlands master-planned development in Chesterfield, Virginia. Just 25 miles south of Richmond, the neighborhood offers 62 single-family residences. Homes range from about 2,449 to 3,294 square feet and include two to three-and-a-half baths, three or four bedrooms, and two-car garages. The modern floor plans feature open-concept living areas, central kitchen islands, generous primary suites with walk-in closets and en-suite baths, plus covered patios and optional lofts or flex spaces.
The community clubhouse includes a fitness center and an onsite restaurant. Outdoors, there’s a junior Olympic swimming pool, tennis courts, a playground, scenic walking trails, and two lakes. Plus, residents may access the adjacent championship 18-hole golf course for an additional membership fee.
With landscaping, lawn maintenance, and common-area upkeep included, homeowners enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. Add in proximity to Richmond’s services, entertainment, and cultural attractions, and this community delivers comfort and leisure in a picturesque lakeside setting.
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