In recent years, Charlotte, North Carolina, has seen exponential growth! It’s one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, and it shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. According to the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, an average of 117 people move to Charlotte every day, and for good reason. Charlotte is an exceptional choice for those seeking vibrant living options, including new 55+ communities in North Carolina.
Charlotte is home to a seemingly endless list of cultural amenities and entertainment options, including art galleries, museums, performing arts theaters, and music venues. There’s also no shortage of shopping and dining options or professional sports teams. Along with all its cultural amenities and entertainment options, Charlotte is also just a few hours away from both the mountains and the coast, giving residents easy access to some of the most beautiful parts of North Carolina.
If Charlotte sounds like somewhere you’d like to live, you’re in luck! This city is full of desirable housing options and active adult communities to suit every type of lifestyle and budget, whether you’re looking to buy or rent. With all the city’s recent growth even more developments have been popping up in the area. Let’s explore the Charlotte-area active adult communities added to 55places.com this past year.
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Explore the exciting opportunities within these new 55+ communities in North Carolina! With modern amenities, a Charlotte-area location, and vibrant lifestyles, these communities are perfect for those seeking a home designed to meet their retirement needs.
Carolina Riverside – Belmont, NC
Low $400ks
Located 20 minutes from Charlotte, Carolina Riverside is an up-and-coming community by trusted builder Del Webb. The development will have a total of 800 new single-family homes upon completion with one- and two-story options available. There are three distinct collections ranging from 1,223 to 2,712 square feet. Layouts offer two to five bedrooms, two to four bathrooms, and two- or three-car attached garages.
Along with a variety of housing options, Carolina Riverside also offers a series of resort-style amenities. There’s a 19,000-square-foot clubhouse that features a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor pool, an aerobics and dance studio, and billiards. Outdoor amenities include a pool and patio area, bocce and pickleball courts, and walking and biking trails. The neighborhood will also have a lifestyle director to plan activities, classes, and social events for residents to enjoy.
The Courtyards at Lake Davidson – Mooresville, NC
High $500ks – High $600ks
For those looking for a small, tight-knit community, consider The Courtyards at Lake Davidson. Located 30 minutes from Charlotte, the brand-new development by Epcon Communities will feature a total of 98 single-family homes with six models. Available layouts range from 1,520 to 4,055 square feet. They offer two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and attached two- or three-car garages.
The Courtyards at Lake Davidson also includes a clubhouse with a fitness center and multipurpose rooms. Outdoors, residents have access to a large patio area where neighbors can gather and socialize, a pool, pickleball courts, kayaking equipment, and a kayaking launch on the lake. There are also plenty of parks and natural spaces for residents to enjoy time outside.
The Courtyards on Robinson Church – Harrisburg, NC
Low $400ks
The Courtyards on Robinson Church is another small 55+ community close to Charlotte with a total of 77 single-family homes. The new development offers four floor plans with 1,418 to 2,969 square feet. Available options have two to four bedrooms, two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and an attached two-car garage.
Amenities within the community include a clubhouse, a fitness center, meeting rooms, and an outdoor pool and patio area. There are also landscaped walking trails spread throughout the property.
Encore at Harmony – Harrisburg, NC
Mid $400ks – Low $600ks
Encore at Harmony will feature a total of 87 single-family homes upon final completion. Located 30 minutes from the city in the town of Harrisburg, Encore at Harmony offers prospective buyers six floor plans with layouts ranging from 1,696 to 3,307 square feet. Options have two to five bedrooms, two to four bathrooms, and attached two- or three-car garages.
Encore residents will have access to several outdoor amenities including a pool with a sundeck and cabanas. There’s also a large, covered patio area and fire pit where neighbors can gather together. Along with its amenities, the community’s homeowners’ association (HOA) also provides landscaping and lawn care services.
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If renting during retirement is your preference, you also have a selection of new 55+ communities in North Carolina to peruse! These communities provide modern amenities, elegant homes, and a maintenance-free lifestyle perfect for active adults in the Charlotte area.
Inspire Royal Park – Matthews, NC
$1,600s – $3,900s
Consider Inspire Royal Park if you want to rent and enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle with desirable amenities right at your fingertips. The age-restricted and pet-friendly development features a total of 204 rental homes with a combination of 20 attached cottages and 184 apartment units. There are two attached cottage models to choose from that range from 1,393 to 1,601 square feet with two to three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and one- or two-car garages. As far as apartments go, there are five layouts available from 687 to 1,252 square feet with one- and two-bedroom options.
Inspire Royal Park renters have access to a clubhouse and fitness center, an arts and crafts studio, a movie theater, and billiards. There’s even an onsite day spa and hair salon as well as a concierge. Outdoor amenities include a pool, a putting green and practice facilities, a BBQ area perfect for socializing, a pet park, a fire pit, and even gardening plots where residents can grow their favorite herbs and vegetables.
River Rock at Alexander Farms – Cornelius, NC
$3,400s – $4,000s
River Rock at Alexander Farms is an up-and-coming 55+ rental community that will feature 70 single-family homes when it’s completed. The four distinct models range from 1,570 to 1,848 square feet and have three bedrooms, two or two-and-a-half bathrooms, and attached two-car garages.
River Rock at Alexander Farms also has a clubhouse, a coffee bar, a rooftop lounge, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a salon, an arts and crafts studio, and a movie theater. Outdoors, renters have access to a heated saltwater pool, pickleball and bocce courts, a BBQ area, gardening plots, and a pet park. There are also walking and biking trails that wind throughout the property. In addition to its amenities, there’s also a property management company onsite to handle all interior, exterior, grounds, and common area maintenance.
River Rock at Blume Road – Mooresville, NC
$2,400s – $2,700s
River Rock at Blume Road is another new 55+ rental community in the Charlotte area. The development will feature 108 single-family homes. All rentals feature one-story layouts and range from 1,376 to 1,446 square feet. They offer two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached one- or two-car garages.
Similar to the River Rock at Alexander Farms, River Rock at Blume Road features an impressive list of amenities, including a clubhouse with a fitness center and lounge area, a community kitchen, billiards, and multipurpose rooms. Outdoor amenities include a heated saltwater pool and tanning lounge, a grilling station, pickleball and bocce courts, a community garden, a pet park, and a 1.7-mile walking trail. Residents will have plenty of time to take full advantage of all the community’s amenities since all interior and exterior home maintenance and lawn care are taken care of by a property management company.
Sage Highland Creek – Charlotte, NC
$1,500s – $2,500s
Conveniently located 25 minutes from Uptown Charlotte, Sage Highland Creek features 184 open-concept apartments. They range from 658 to 1,303 square feet and have one or two bedrooms. Also, each unit comes with a detached garage or carport space. These apartments are ideal for anyone looking to downsize or live a more relaxed, low-maintenance lifestyle. Residents will never have to worry about any interior or exterior home maintenance thanks to the property management company.
Sage Highland Creek’s renters have access to a 14,000-square-foot clubhouse with a coffee bar and community kitchen, a library, media and game rooms, a hobby room, and a lounge. Staying fit and active is a breeze with the onsite wellness and fitness center, a resort-style pool, several sports courts, a yoga deck, and nature trails to explore. There’s also a dog park that’s ideal for pet owners and their four-legged friends.
Arden at Huntersville – Huntersville, NC
$1,500s – $2,300s
Arden at Huntersville is another great option for active adults looking to rent in Charlotte, NC. It’s an age-restricted community with some of the most affordable rental options. The new development features a mid-rise building that’s home to 129 apartments. There are one- and two-bedroom layouts available with 15 floor plans ranging from 670 to 1,177 square feet. Units come with a parking space in an outdoor lot or detached garages can be rented. There are also bike racks available as well as electric vehicle charging stations.
Arden at Huntersville also offers its residents a wide variety of indoor and outdoor amenities. Renters have access to a community clubhouse with a social lounge, a coffee bar, a library and business center, and a pet spa. There’s also a fitness center with a wellness and yoga studio. Outdoor amenities include a saltwater pool and large patio area, a grilling station and fire pit, plus a community garden and dog park.
River Rock at Dallas – Dallas, NC
$2,100s – $2,400s
Rounding to the list of renter-friendly active adult communities in the Charlotte area is River Rock at Dallas, a new 55+ neighborhood with 99 attached, ranch-style homes. There are two floor plans for potential renters to consider with options ranging from 1,354 to 1,433 square feet. Layouts have two or three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached one- or two-car garages.
All rentals are pet-friendly and come with stainless steel appliances as well as washers and dryers. Additionally, there’s an onsite property management company on call to take care of all maintenance and landscaping. The community’s amenities include an off-leash dog park, plenty of parks and natural greenspace, and walking trails.
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