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Plainfield, IN 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Plainfield
Plainfield is a town in Hendricks County, Indiana, it's part of the Guilford, Liberty, and Washington townships. The area is best known for its creeks and natural beauty.…
Plainfield is a town in Hendricks County, Indiana, it's part of the Guilford, Liberty, and Washington townships. The area is best known for its creeks and natural beauty. Homebuyers that are seeking a quaint town a larger city nearby will surely appreciate 55+ communities in Plainfield.
Climate & Geography
The climate in Plainfield is classified as humid continental, therefore summers are hot and humid while winters are cold to freezing. The average annual precipitation is roughly 40 inches of rainfall.
The town is located on the southeastern part of the county with Indianapolis bordering the town to the east. The town is part of the Central Till Plains region and consequently is made up of a few hills with a mix of forests and prairie. White Lick Creek flows north to south through the town while Clark’s Creek flows on the eastern side.
Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment
Sodalis Nature Park, Friendship Gardens Park, or Swinsford Park are popular for walking and biking. Shopping options range from antique malls to fashion malls. In addition there are a variety of wineries and pubs scattered throughout the town.
Downtown Indianapolis is about half an hour away providing access to more dining, shopping, and entertainment in the state capital.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The median home cost is less than the national median, moreover the overall cost of living is one of the lowest of any state.
The state of Indiana has one of the lowest income taxes with a flat rate. Most pension and retirement income is taxed, however Social Security income is not taxed. In addition retirees that are 60+ can exclude a certain amount from military pensions.
Health Care
Residents of 55+ communities in Plainfield have three highly ranked medical centers and hospitals nearby to choose from. Indiana University Health West Hospital is ranked high performing in nephrology, pulmonology, and heart failure. Franciscan Health Mooresville is ranked high performing in hip and knee replacement. Indiana University Health Medical Center is regionally ranked, as well as high performing in five adult specialties and four adult procedures/conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Plainfield, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Plainfield has 73 homes, the largest has 475 homes, and the average communities consists of 203 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Plainfield. The most recent communities started in Plainfield include Grey Hawk, Bridlewood Reserve, Vandalia by Del Webb. There are also 2 communities in Plainfield that offer new construction homes, including Grey Hawk, Bridlewood Reserve.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Plainfield. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Bridlewood Reserve is a gated communities with 157 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Plainfield stay on the market for around 250 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $417,752, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Bridlewood Reserve average around $471,739, while homes in Vandalia by Del Webb average around $363,766.
8 communities near Plainfield
42 homes near Plainfield
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,827 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,300 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,733 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,778 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,524 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,169 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,422 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,800 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,674 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,673 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,778 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,170 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,778 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|3,055 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,899 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,479 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,656 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,567 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,300 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,673 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,673 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,320 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,465 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,800 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,427 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,817 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,556 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
In Plainfield, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Plainfield has 73 homes, the largest has 475 homes, and the average communities consists of 203 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Plainfield. The most recent communities started in Plainfield include Grey Hawk, Bridlewood Reserve, Vandalia by Del Webb. There are also 2 communities in Plainfield that offer new construction homes, including Grey Hawk, Bridlewood Reserve.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Plainfield. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Bridlewood Reserve is a gated communities with 157 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Plainfield stay on the market for around 250 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $417,752, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Bridlewood Reserve average around $471,739, while homes in Vandalia by Del Webb average around $363,766.
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