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Gilroy, CA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Gilroy
For homebuyers seeking a sunny climate, 55+ communities in Gilroy, the southernmost city in the San Francisco Bay Area, are an ideal choice. Renowned for its garlic production,…
For homebuyers seeking a sunny climate, 55+ communities in Gilroy, the southernmost city in the San Francisco Bay Area, are an ideal choice. Renowned for its garlic production, Gilroy hosts the annual Gilroy Garlic Festival every July. It is an ideal retirement location for wine lovers as there are an abundance of wineries in the area that are part of the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail.
Climate
Gilroy enjoys a generally sunny climate. However, December sees the least amount of sunshine, averaging 6 hours per day, while July boasts the sunniest days, with an average of 12 hours per day. Summer in Gilroy is hot and dry with summer temperatures averaging between 54° and 85° with 59% humidity. The area sees about 3.66 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of December. Average winter temperatures range from 41° to 58°.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Outside of the world famous Garlic Festival there are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the area, including:
Performing Arts and Museums
- Limelight Actors Theatre
- Gilroy Museum
- Wings of History Air Museum
Outdoor Activities
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- Eagle Ridge Golf Club
- Gilroy Golf Course
- Tan Oak Campground
- Gilroy Rodeo
Wineries
- Fortino Winery
- Left Bend Winery
- Martin Ranch Winery
- Miramar Vineyards
- Sarah’s Vineyard
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in California varies significantly by region but in general, it is relatively high compared to other states. California is a high tax state with some of the highest sales tax, personal income tax and corporate tax rates in the nation. Gilroy has a 9.13% sales tax and a 0.67% property tax rate. Furthermore, residents of 55+ communities in Gilroy may be eligible for programs that offer assistance with property tax costs.
Health Care
In addition to general medical offices, residents of 55+ communities in Gilroy have the advantage of three hospitals within about 15 miles.
For anyone living in the Gilroy area, St. Louise Regional Hospital is the closest health care facility. The hospital has 93 beds and is the only acute care hospital in the area. They are also accredited by the Joint Commission as a primary stroke center and have won awards from the American Heart/Stroke Association for stroke treatment.
Watsonville Community Hospital is 13 miles from Gilroy in Watsonville and has 106 beds. Furthermore, they are accredited by The Joint Commission and have been honored with the Daisy Award for their exceptional nursing staff.
Located 16 miles from Gilroy, Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital in Hollister is a small nonprofit hospital with 25 beds, providing care to residents of San Benito County and southern Santa Clara County.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Gilroy, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Gilroy has 24 homes, the largest has 77 homes, and the average communities consists of 50 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Gilroy. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Cottages at Village Green is a gated communities with 77 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Gilroy stay on the market for around 483 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $722,169, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Valley Oaks average around $799,500, while homes in The Cottages at Village Green average around $644,839.
37 communities near Gilroy
383 homes near Gilroy
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|1,572 sq ft
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|1,516 sq ft
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|1,336 sq ft
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|1,406 sq ft
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|1,252 sq ft
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|2,195 sq ft
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|1,367 sq ft
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|1,048 sq ft
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|3 baths
|2,156 sq ft
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|1,708 sq ft
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3 beds
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|2,102 sq ft
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|1,095 sq ft
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|1,251 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,415 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|1,054 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,960 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,847 sq ft
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|1,127 sq ft
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|2 baths
|1,492 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,675 sq ft
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|2 baths
|1,158 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,560 sq ft
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|1,054 sq ft
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|1,846 sq ft
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|1,240 sq ft
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|1,329 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Gilroy, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Gilroy has 24 homes, the largest has 77 homes, and the average communities consists of 50 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Gilroy. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Cottages at Village Green is a gated communities with 77 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Gilroy stay on the market for around 483 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $722,169, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Valley Oaks average around $799,500, while homes in The Cottages at Village Green average around $644,839.
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