288 Communities in New Jersey
The Villages NJ
Howell, NJ- Low $100s - High $200s
- 670 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
The Oaks of Weymouth
Mays Landing, NJ- Below $100k - Mid $100s
- 625 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
Lions Head South
Brick, NJ- Mid $100s - Mid $200s
- 615 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Four Seasons at Millville
Millville, NJ- Mid $100s - Mid $200s
- 610 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
The Plaza Grande at Garden State Park
Cherry Hill, NJ- Mid $100s - Low $500s
- 608 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
Greenbriar II
Brick, NJ- High $100s - Mid $200s
- 600 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Venue at Monroe
Monroe, NJ- Low $400s - Mid $500s
- 587 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
The Ponds
Monroe, NJ- Mid $200s - Mid $300s
- 575 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Sea Breeze at Lacey
Forked River, NJ- Mid $300s - High $400s
- 568 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Greenbriar at Winding Ways
Jackson, NJ- Low $200s - High $200s
- 554 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Village Grande at Bear Creek
West Windsor, NJ- Low $300s - Low $400s
- 540 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
River Pointe
Manchester, NJ- High $200s - Mid $400s
- 504 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
The Renaissance Club
Mt. Laurel, NJ- Below $100k - High $100s
- 500 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Equestra at Colts Neck Crossing
Farmingdale, NJ- High $400s - Low $600s
- 483 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
The Fairways at Mays Landing
Mays Landing, NJ- Below $100k - Mid $100s
- 465 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Bald Eagle Commons
West Milford, NJ- Below $100k - High $200s
- 463 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Perry's Lake
Manahawkin, NJ- Low $100s - Low $200s
- 450 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
The Village Grande at Camelot
Glassboro, NJ- High $100s - High $300s
- 450 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Surrey Downs
Freehold, NJ- Mid $100s - Mid $200s
- 443 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Gardens of Pleasant Plains
Toms River, NJ- Below $100k - Mid $100s
- 437 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Pheasant Run at Forked River
Forked River, NJ- Low $100s - Low $200s
- 434 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Four Seasons at Mapleton
Columbus, NJ- Low $200s - High $300s
- 428 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Four Seasons at Weatherby
Woolwich, NJ- Low $200s - High $300s
- 428 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Evergreen at Hamilton
Hamilton Township, NJ- Low $200s - High $200s
- 416 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
Overview
New Jersey or the Garden State is the fifth smallest state in the United States. It is bordered by New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware and the Atlantic Ocean. Home to hundreds of 55+ active adult and retirement communities, New Jersey is a place where many individuals prefer to live. While that may have been surprising back in the early days of resort-style active adult communities, developers now know that many empty nesters and retirees enjoy staying close to their hometowns. Choosing an active adult retirement community in New Jersey close to home allows them to live within easy distance of family and friends, while still enjoying the benefits of an age-restricted, resort-style community.
Climate & Geography
New Jersey is a small, yet populated, northeastern state surrounded by water except along the northern border with New York. It has four main land regions, the Atlantic Coastal Plain, Piedmont, New England Upland and Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region. It has a fairly moderate climate due to it being situated next to the Atlantic Ocean.
The climate includes both humid subtropical and humid continental areas. Summers are hot and humid with daytime temperatures in the high 80's to low 90's, especially in the southern half of the state. The more northern regions sit at a higher elevation and tend to be a bit cooler year-round. The winters are cold with daytime temperatures that usually stay below 45 degrees. Snow is common in the winter, though the amount varies from one year to the next.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
New Jersey plays a big role in the pharmaceutical industry, financial industry, chemical development, telecommunication, food processing, electric equipment, printing and publishing and tourism. The agriculture productions are nursery stock, horses, vegetables, fruits and nuts, seafood and dairy products.
New Jersey's active adult residents love that the state is home to teams from several major professional sports leagues, and has many historic and cultural regions. The state played a prominent role in our nation's history and has a reputation as the Crossroads of the American Revolution. Whether it s a Revolutionary War battlefield, lighthouse, state park, or coastal beach, winery or ski resort, there is something for everyone to experience and enjoy.
New Jersey's retirement community residents can enjoy its close proximity to major urban centers like New York City and Philadelphia; popular tourist attractions like Atlantic City, the Jersey Shore, and Cape May; and the state's diverse geographical regions, which include mountains, beaches, and wooded areas. With the abundance of active adult retirement communities in New Jersey, it's no wonder that many empty nesters and retirees are choosing to call the Garden State home.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Many 55+ active adults love living in New Jersey because the cost of living is lower than other East Coast states. However, the cost of living is higher than the nationwide average. Shopping is huge here because of the low sales tax and they offer sales tax exemptions for a variety of items including clothing and groceries. It also has one of the lowest gas taxes in the nation. Property tax varies from county to county. Over all, however, residents of New Jersey spend more on property taxes than any other state.
Healthcare
New Jersey 55+ residents live at ease knowing the state provides great healthcare with top-notch universities, teaching hospitals, research institutions, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, and clinical trials. The state has been a strong leader in the world for its research and development industry. The state has brought more drugs to the market than any other state in the nation. There were two programs created by the New Jersey Legislature that guaranteed health coverage for individuals and small employers. Excellent healthcare centers are available throughout the state, as well as across the borders in the metropolitan areas of New York City and Philadelphia.