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Sudbury, MA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Sudbury
55+ communities in Sudbury will appeal to retirees of all lifestyles. The town has a rich colonial history with many attractions, as well as beautiful landscapes and greenspace…
55+ communities in Sudbury will appeal to retirees of all lifestyles. The town has a rich colonial history with many attractions, as well as beautiful landscapes and greenspace for outdoor recreation.
Climate & Geography
The climate in Sudbury is classified as humid continental. Therefore summers are warm and humid, while winters are cold and snowy. Residents can expect more rainfall and snowfall than the national average, and about 199 sunny days throughout each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Popular attractions in Sudbury include Wayside Inn Historic Site, and the Old Grist Mill Museum. In addition, there is a town public pool and facilities for various sports and recreation. There are also regular band concerts and holiday celebrations hosted by the town government.
Sudbury's location in Middlesex County means that it is near several national protected areas including:
- Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge
- Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge
-  Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site
- Lowell National Historical Park
- Minute Man National Historical Park
- Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge
Sudbury is in a region known as MetroWest which is a cluster of cities and towns in between Boston and Worcester. Therefore residents can easily reach downtown Boston in just under an hour. This allows easy access for day trips to enjoy the city's dining, shopping, entertainment, and renowned historical sites.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Sudbury is higher than the state and national average. Undoubtedly this is due to the extremely high cost of housing and homes. Most other cost of living indexes are slightly above average, however health care costs are about 20 percent below average.
Massachusetts is considered somewhat tax friendly to retirees. Social Security benefits and public pensions are fully exempt. However other forms of retirement income are taxed at the state's flat income tax rate of 5.1 percent.
Property tax rates in Massachusetts are close to average compared to the rest of the nation. However because of the extremely high cost of homes in the state these taxes can still be a burden. However homeowners who are 65+ may qualify for the Circuit Break Tax Credit, which is based on residency status, home value, and income.
Health Care
Although there are no hospitals in Sudbury, there are several hospitals within 12 miles, a few of which are nationally ranked or rated high performing by U.S. News. The closest hospital is Emerson Hospital in the neighboring town of Concord. Other nearby hospitals include MetroWest Medical Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and McLean Hospital.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
In Sudbury, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Sudbury has 43 homes, the largest has 43 homes, and the average community consists of 43 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Sudbury.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Sudbury stay on the market for around 56 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $699,750, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Northwoods at Sudbury average around $699,750.
172 communities near Sudbury
158 homes near Sudbury
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,582 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,670 sq ft
|Mobile Home
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,770 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,442 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,385 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,290 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,615 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,969 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,561 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,030 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|1,129 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|965 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,775 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,895 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,586 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,326 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,961 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,450 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,800 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,166 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,166 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|1,129 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|955 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,746 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,550 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,490 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,620 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,209 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,071 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,512 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|2 baths
|972 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,533 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,512 sq ft
|House
1 beds
|1 baths
|955 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,186 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Sudbury, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Sudbury has 43 homes, the largest has 43 homes, and the average community consists of 43 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Sudbury.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Sudbury stay on the market for around 56 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $699,750, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Northwoods at Sudbury average around $699,750.
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