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Baltimore, MD 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Baltimore
Baltimore's lower cost of living and eclectic neighborhoods have drawn many retirees looking for affordable 55 and older communities in Baltimore County. Residents and tourists…
Baltimore's lower cost of living and eclectic neighborhoods have drawn many retirees looking for affordable 55 and older communities in Baltimore County. Residents and tourists alike enjoy the city's many entertainment options, historical sites and attractions.Â
Cost of Living & Taxes
Baltimore has a surprisingly lower cost of living than most cities on the east coast. Utilities and transportation are higher than both the national and state averages but the substantially lower housing costs more than makes up for that.
Baltimore sales tax is 6%. The average property tax in Baltimore County is 0.87%. Maryland does have a state income tax ranging from 2% to 5.75%, Social Security is not taxed.
 Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Baltimore area, including:
 Art & performances
- Baltimore Center Stage
- Baltimore Museum of Art
- Baltimore Symphony Orchestra
- The Walters Art Museum
Historical sites and museums
- Baltimore Museum of Industry
- Edgar Allan Poe House & Museum
- Fort McHenry National Monument
- Johns Hopkins Archaeological Museum
Outdoor activities
- Clifton Park Golf Course
- Cylburn Arboretum
- Gwynns Falls Hiking Trail
- Mt. Pleasant Golf Course
 Other activities
- Horseshoe Casino Baltimore
- National Aquarium
- Oriole Park at Camden Yards
- The Maryland Zoo in BaltimoreÂ
Climate
The Baltimore area sees about 31 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of August. Average winter temperatures range from 27° to 38°. Summer in Baltimore is hot with summer temperatures averaging between 70° and 85° with 73% humidity. Average snowfall in Baltimore is 6 inches with the highest chance of snow during the month of January. Ocean temperatures range from 44° in February to 77° in August.
 Health Care
The closest hospitals to Baltimore are:
Johns Hopkins Hospital is one of the founding institutions of modern American medicine and is widely regarded as one of the best medical centers in the world. Johns Hopkins has received numerous medical awards and certifications from the American Heart Association, Leapfrog Hospital Safety, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services, The Joint Commission, and more.
 University of Maryland Medical Center is a teaching medical institution comprising two area hospitals. The 800 bed main hospital and the UMMC Midtown Campus, a 200 bed community teaching hospital. Both campuses have won awards for stroke care, cardiology, and is a Magnet hospital as designated by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
 Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center is a 400 bed hospital known for excellence in joint replacement, emergency heart attack treatment and cancer care. The hospital is a teaching hospital and a research institute.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
In Baltimore, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Baltimore has 286 homes, the largest has 286 homes, and the average community consists of 286 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ community in Baltimore. The only 55+ community in Baltimore is gated. For instance, The Villages At Woodholme is a gated community with 286 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Baltimore stay on the market for around 319 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $491,365, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in The Villages At Woodholme average around $491,365.
26 communities near Baltimore
46 homes near Baltimore
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,700 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,425 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,509 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|3,210 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,430 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|990 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,054 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,422 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,660 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,637 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,150 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,522 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,838 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,416 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,784 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,660 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,475 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|5 baths
|5,045 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,880 sq ft
|Condo
6 beds
|7 baths
|4,241 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,450 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,620 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,513 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|5 baths
|4,208 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|5 baths
|4,620 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,612 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,475 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|2,000 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,018 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,480 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|5 baths
|5,057 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,357 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Baltimore, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Baltimore has 286 homes, the largest has 286 homes, and the average community consists of 286 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ community in Baltimore. The only 55+ community in Baltimore is gated. For instance, The Villages At Woodholme is a gated community with 286 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Baltimore stay on the market for around 319 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $491,365, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in The Villages At Woodholme average around $491,365.
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