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Columbus, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Columbus
Columbus is a small community in Burlington County, situated within Mansfield Township, in Southern New Jersey. It’s best known for its quaint environment, close-knit…
Columbus is a small community in Burlington County, situated within Mansfield Township, in Southern New Jersey. It’s best known for its quaint environment, close-knit community, and a large year-round farmers market. Active adults looking to retire on the east coast with all four seasons will surely appreciate Columbus.
Climate & Geography
The climate in Columbus is humid subtropical, meaning the area experiences all four season, with summers that are hot and humid, while winters are cool to cold. Residents can expect more rainfall and less snowfall than the national averages, and approximately 205 sunny days throughout each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Columbus is a very quaint, mostly rural community with parks, trails, and plenty of greenspaces. Residents enjoy walking and bike riding through the community during the warmer months, and there is shopping, local taverns, and international cuisine along the main route through the community for indoor activities. The New Jersey Renaissance Faire is also held in Columbus.
The Columbus Farmers Market is one of the oldest and largest farmers markets in the Deleware Valley. The market operates year round with both outdoor and indoor stalls, providing a wide array of food goods, flowers, and hand-made merchandise to the community.
The larger city of Philadelphia is about 30 miles west of Columbus, providing convenient access for a day trip or weekend getaway to explore a wider variety of activities.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Columbus is slightly higher than the national average but lower than the state average. Transportation and housing costs are the highest individual indexes, while health care costs are much lower than average. Groceries and utilities are just above average.
New Jersey is considered moderately tax friendly to retirees, depending on their level of income and assets. The state does not tax Social Security benefits, and although all other forms of retirement income are taxed, there is a substantial deduction of $75k for residents who are 62+ and have an annual gross income of less than $100k. For retirees with an income between $100k and $150k this deduction is reduced by a certain percentage. Property taxes in New Jersey are some of the highest in the country, but there are exemptions and other property tax relief programs available for residents who qualify. Sales taxes are average and do not apply to medicine, groceries, and some clothing items.
Health Care
The Philadelphia metro area ranks in the top 105 communities on Gallup's Well-Being Index.
There are two hospitals within 10 miles of Columbus: Virtua Memorial Hospital and Lourdes Medical Center of Burlington County. Both hospitals are rated high performing in various adult procedures and conditions, according to U.S. News.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Columbus, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Columbus has 428 homes, the largest has 1092 homes, and the average communities consists of 760 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Columbus. All 2 55+ communities in Columbus are gated. For instance, Homestead at Mansfield is a gated communities with 1092 homes, and Four Seasons at Mapleton is another gated communities with 428 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Columbus stay on the market for around 168 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $429,761, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Four Seasons at Mapleton average around $476,387, while homes in Homestead at Mansfield average around $383,135.
66 communities near Columbus
179 homes near Columbus
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,196 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,728 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,728 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,399 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,280 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|1,133 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,192 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,771 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,458 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,992 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,538 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,313 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,334 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,616 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|2,361 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,938 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,913 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,065 sq ft
|Duplex
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,625 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,705 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,509 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|2,361 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|2,361 sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
In Columbus, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Columbus has 428 homes, the largest has 1092 homes, and the average communities consists of 760 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Columbus. All 2 55+ communities in Columbus are gated. For instance, Homestead at Mansfield is a gated communities with 1092 homes, and Four Seasons at Mapleton is another gated communities with 428 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Columbus stay on the market for around 168 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $429,761, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Four Seasons at Mapleton average around $476,387, while homes in Homestead at Mansfield average around $383,135.
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