Smyrna, DE 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities
Smyrna is a small community rooted in history and culture. The town is fast growing, with shops, restaurants, and events to keep residents busy. Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean is just one of the reasons that 55+ communities in Smyrna are so popular.
Smyrna is a small community rooted in history and culture. The town is fast growing, with shops, restaurants, and events to keep residents busy. Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean is just one of the reasons that 55+ communities in Smyrna are so popular.
Climate & Geography
Delaware is a fairly flat state that stretched the border of the Atlantic Ocean. Residents of Smyrna experience distinct seasonal variation with a mix of rain, snow, and sunny days during the respectable seasons.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
The Smyrna Museum offers free admission and displays historic paintings, furnishings, and documents along with special exhibits almost every month. The Smyrna Opera House is a theater and an art gallery that hosts various events such as: dances, debates, lectures, musical evenings, and more.
Lake Como is a secluded beach area with one of the few swimmable lakes in Delaware. During the summer, lake visitors can kayak, canoe, swim, and paddleboard.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Delaware is a great state when it comes to retirees and taxes. Social Security benefits are exempt and retirees 60+ can exclude $12,500 of investment and qualified pension income from state taxes.
Delaware is also one of the few states that does not impose a sales tax.
Health Care
Bayhealth Kent General Hospital is within a 10 mile radius of 55+ communities in Smyrna. The hospital is high performing in nephrology, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and heart failure. Bayhealth Medical Center also operates a 24-hour emergency center with a Level III trauma center in Smyrna.
Communities Near Smyrna
Auburn Meadows
- Low $400ks - Low $500ks
- 262 Homes (3 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2022 - Present
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Spring Meadow
- Mid $300ks - Low $400ks
- 246 Homes (3 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2006 - 2014
-
5 Rating (1 Review)
Village of Eastridge
- High $300ks - High $400ks
- 189 Homes (9 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2014 - Present
-
5 Rating (3 Reviews)
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