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Lakewood, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Lakewood
Lakewood is a township in Southern New Jersey, known for its local golfing, proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, and easy travel access to New York City. Active adults looking for all…
Lakewood is a township in Southern New Jersey, known for its local golfing, proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, and easy travel access to New York City. Active adults looking for all four seasons, a tight-knit community, and affordable housing can find it in Lakewood. Plentiful outdoor recreation and local festivals and concerts make this a popular retirement destination.
Lakewood Climate & Geography
Lakewood is located on the eastern coast of New Jersey. It is the most populous city in Ocean County, and lies on a mostly flat coastal plain. The north branch of the Metedeconk River forms the northern boundary and part of the eastern boundary, while the south branch runs through the township itself. Much like its name suggests, there are four man-made lakes within city boundaries. The Garden State Parkway, which travels along the eastern border of the state, runs along the eastern edge of Lakewood.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in Lakewood
Though Lakewood is the most populated city in the county, it still has the feel of a small town with a tight-knit community. Residents can enjoy local productions at the Strand Theater, catch live music at the Carousel Of Music summer concert series, or watch the local minor league baseball team at FirstEnergy Park. Westgate Plaza, Town & Country Shopping Center, and Seagull Square Shopping Plaza are just a few of the many shopping centers in the city.
Active adults can also hike and picnic at Ocean County Park and then finish off with a refreshing beer at Icarus Brewing. Golfers have several course options, including Eagle Ridge Golf Club, Lakewood Country Club, Four Seasons Golf Course, and several other courses in nearby townships.
Lakewood Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Lakewood hovers just above the national average because of housing costs. Though they are above the national average, homes costs in Lakewood are average for the state. Other factors like utilities, transportation, and groceries all similar to the national average, while health care is just slightly below.
New Jersey is moderately tax friendly to retirees. Social Security is not taxed, and while other types of retirement income are taxed, retirees over the age of 62 are eligible for significant deductions. Property taxes are the highest in the country, and sales taxes are about average at 6.6 percent.
Health Care In Lakewood
According to Gallup’s Well-Being Index, New Jersey ranks in the top 31 states, with an especially high rating in their social factor, meaning residents feel that they have strong and loving relationships.
Lakewood has two hospitals: Specialty Hospital of Central Jersey and Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus. The nearest U.S. News nationally ranked hospital is Jersey Shore University Medical Center, 13 miles away in Neptune.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Lakewood, there are 4 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lakewood has 209 homes, the largest has 2433 homes, and the average communities consists of 934 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Lakewood. The most recent communities started in Lakewood include Horizons at Woodlake Greens, The Enclave at the Fairways, Covington Village. There is also 1 communities in Lakewood that offers new construction homes, including The Fairways at Lake Ridge.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Lakewood. Approximately 87.5% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Fairways at Lake Ridge is a gated communities with 1114 homes, and The Enclave at the Fairways is another gated communities with 349 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lakewood stay on the market for around 162 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $457,973, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Enclave at the Fairways average around $874,107, while homes in Lions Head Woods average around $379,677.
68 communities near Lakewood
976 homes near Lakewood
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2 beds
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|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,182 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,310 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,555 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,092 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,008 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,129 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|1,124 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,210 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,615 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,436 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,780 sq ft
2 beds
|1 baths
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,261 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|971 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,755 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,009 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,512 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,404 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,127 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,267 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,889 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|1,200 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,545 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,682 sq ft
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1 beds
|1 baths
|522 sq ft
|Duplex
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,584 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,391 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,066 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,514 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Lakewood, there are 4 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lakewood has 209 homes, the largest has 2433 homes, and the average communities consists of 934 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Lakewood. The most recent communities started in Lakewood include Horizons at Woodlake Greens, The Enclave at the Fairways, Covington Village. There is also 1 communities in Lakewood that offers new construction homes, including The Fairways at Lake Ridge.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Lakewood. Approximately 87.5% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Fairways at Lake Ridge is a gated communities with 1114 homes, and The Enclave at the Fairways is another gated communities with 349 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lakewood stay on the market for around 162 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $457,973, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Enclave at the Fairways average around $874,107, while homes in Lions Head Woods average around $379,677.
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