Denver Area, CO 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

The Denver area is becoming increasingly popular as one of the best places to retire in Colorado. The affordable prices, desirable climate and abundance of cultural and recreational opportunities hold particular appeal with today's active adult homebuyers. 55+ retirees now have a variety of Denver area 55+ communities to choose from.

Denver Area Climate & Geography

Located in Colorado's Front Range region, Denver is located east of the Rocky Mountains and west of the High Plains. The center of Denver is mostly made up of plains while areas to the north, west, and south are hilly. The city encompasses a total area of 155 square miles, 1.6 square miles of water and 153 square miles of land. Denver earned its nickname the Mile-High City because its elevation is one mile above sea level. There are 78 official neighborhoods that include everything from skyscrapers to late 19th Century developments.

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment Near Denver

Active adult communities in Denver are located in an outdoor adventurer's paradise. There are dozens of bike trails, golf courses, ski resorts, and city parks. In this world-class city you'll find over 4,000 acres of parks that include 300 acres of rivers and trails and 14,000 acres of mountain parks. Popular parks include City Park, Cheesman Park, Washington Park, Civic Center Park, Confluence Park, Skyline Park, Centennial Flower Gardens, and Sloan's Lake Park.

Denver Area Cost of Living & Taxes

Colorado is one of the fastest growing states in the nation and has had a population growth of over 17% since 2000. Overall, the cost of living is 8% higher than the national average. However, average local taxes are consumer-friendly with an average tax burden of 9.02% while the national tax burden at 10%. Colorado does not tax Social Security or pension income up to $20,000 for retirees under the age of 65. The first $24,000 is not taxed for those aged 65-plus.

Denver Area Health Care

Residents of 55+ communities in Colorado are some of the healthiest in the nation. Denver has the second lowest obesity rate in the nation at 20.4%. Active adult communities in the Denver area are close to many medical centers. There are 33 hospitals, nine of which are top ranking. The University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora is in the highest ranks and Craig Hospital, Porter Adventist Hospital, Medical Center of Aurora, St. Luke's Medical Center, Denver Health Medical Center, Rose Medical Center, Sky Ridge Medical Center, and Littleton Adventist Hospital are high-performing as well.

 


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Windsor Gardens - Denver, CO

Windsor Gardens

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Heather Gardens - Aurora, CO

Heather Gardens

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Heritage at Eagle Bend Golf Club - Aurora CO

Heritage at Eagle Bend Golf Club

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Anthem Ranch - Broomfield, CO

Anthem Ranch

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Heritage Todd Creek - Thornton, CO

Heritage Todd Creek

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Fairway Villas at Green Valley Ranch - Denver CO

Fairway Villas at Green Valley Ranch

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Centennial at RiverWalk - Littleton, CO

Centennial at RiverWalk

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The Reserve at Green Valley Ranch - Aurora, CO

The Reserve at Green Valley Ranch

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The Cottages at MacKenzie Place - Fort Collins, CO

The Cottages at MacKenzie Place

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Hilltop at Inspiration - Aurora CO

Hilltop at Inspiration

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Skyestone - Broomfield CO

Skyestone

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Verona - Highlands Ranch CO

Verona

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Solstice - Littleton, CO

Solstice

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Lincoln Creek - Parker CO

Lincoln Creek

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Gleneagles Village - Highlands Ranch, CO

Gleneagles Village

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Gate N Green - Broomfield, CO

Gate N Green

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Lakeshore at Centerra - Loveland CO

Lakeshore at Centerra

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Sterling Ranch Patio Villas Collection - Littleton CO

Sterling Ranch Patio Villas

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Sunstone Village at Terrain - Castle Rock, CO

Sunstone Village at Terrain

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The Retreat at Banning Lewis Ranch - Colorado Springs, CO

The Retreat at Banning Lewis Ranch

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Solana Lakewood - Lakewood, CO

Solana Lakewood

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Overture 9th + CO - Denver CO

Overture 9th + CO

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Green Gables Reserve - Lakewood CO

Green Gables Reserve

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Avenida at Centerra - Loveland, CO

Avenida at Centerra

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The Patios at The Meadows - Castle Rock, CO

The Patios at The Meadows

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The Villas - Lakewood CO

The Villas

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Encore at Eastlake - Thornton CO

Encore at Eastlake

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Parkview Villas at Golden - Golden CO

Parkview

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Regency at Montaine - Castle Rock, CO

Regency at Montaine

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Hillside at Castle Rock - Castle Rock, CO

Hillside at Castle Rock

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$369,000

1056 Southern Hills Drive, Banning, CA

Meadow Ranch Community

  • 3 bed
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  • 3 bath
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  • 2320 SqFt
MLS CV23099287
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