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Garner, NC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Garner
Garner is a mid-sized suburban town in North Carolina, 40 miles south of the Virginia border. Its prime location and historic appeal have made it an attractive option for…
Garner is a mid-sized suburban town in North Carolina, 40 miles south of the Virginia border. Its prime location and historic appeal have made it an attractive option for retirees. Besides that, the city is within driving distance of Raleigh and is home to a variety of natural attractions, such as state parks and lakes.
Climate & Geography
A suburb of Raleigh, Garner is located in Central North Carolina. Summers are sunny and hot, while winters are mild with little to no snow. Residents can expect more rain than the national average and over 200 sunny days a year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
In Garner, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside and interact with nature. Some popular areas include Lake Benson Park, Garner Veteran’s Memorial, Garner Recreational Park, and more. At these locations, residents can go hiking, biking, camping, sightseeing, and fishing.
Downtown, residents will find a number of restaurants and breweries, as well as a movie theater. Notable amenities in the city include Garner Performing Arts Center, Conundrum Escapes LLC, and the Rush Hour Karting Center. These and other locations offer activities for the whole family. Also, Garner is within 15 minutes of Raleigh, where retirees can find plenty more attractions and recreational activities.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Garner is about the same as the national average and only slightly higher than the rest of North Carolina. The costs of housing, groceries, and utilities for Garner are below the U.S average.
North Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits, and homeowners 65 and older may qualify for an Elderly Exclusion on property taxes. The sales tax rate for North Carolina is 4.75 percent, and Garner does add a 3 percent tax on top of that rate.
Health Care
The Raleigh metro area ranks in the top 45 communities on Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
There are 11 hospitals and medical centers within a 20 mile radius of Garner. Of these, there are four that are rated high performing by U.S News. They are WakeMed Health and Hospitals-Raleigh Campus, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Johnston Health-Smithfield, and UNC Rex Hospital, which is rated high performing in nine procedures and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Garner, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Garner has 99 homes, the largest has 400 homes, and the average communities consists of 215 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Garner. The most recent communities started in Garner include Auburn Village, The Tapestry, The Village at Aversboro. There is also 1 communities in Garner that offers new construction homes, including Auburn Village.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Garner.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Garner stay on the market for around 596 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $505,306, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Village at Aversboro average around $539,000, while homes in Auburn Village average around $531,917.
16 communities near Garner
75 homes near Garner
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,907 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,325 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,535 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|3,094 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,332 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,158 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,064 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,593 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,343 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,127 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,892 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,952 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,301 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,880 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,790 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,693 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,026 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,853 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,223 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,965 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,461 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,403 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,517 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,224 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,991 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,410 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,395 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,118 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,690 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,050 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,364 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,906 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,692 sq ft
|Manufactured On Land
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,515 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,640 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,364 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Garner, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Garner has 99 homes, the largest has 400 homes, and the average communities consists of 215 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Garner. The most recent communities started in Garner include Auburn Village, The Tapestry, The Village at Aversboro. There is also 1 communities in Garner that offers new construction homes, including Auburn Village.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Garner.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Garner stay on the market for around 596 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $505,306, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Village at Aversboro average around $539,000, while homes in Auburn Village average around $531,917.
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