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Carlisle, PA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Carlisle
Carlise is a borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, approximately 25 miles southwest of Harrisburg. Retirees that are seeking to live in a quaint city on the east coast…
Carlise is a borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, approximately 25 miles southwest of Harrisburg. Retirees that are seeking to live in a quaint city on the east coast with moderate to colder weather will surely appreciate Carlisle.
Climate & Geography
Carlisle has a humid continental climate type, meaning summers are hot and humid, while winters are cold. The average annual precipitation is 42 inches of rainfall, 30 inches of snowfall, and there are approximately 200 days of sunshine throughout each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Carlisle is a historical borough so there are a ton of monuments and museums to visit, as well as a selection of theaters and art galleries. Shopping includes farmers markets, antique shops, and fashion malls.
Active adults can enjoy outdoor recreation at LeTort Spring Run and Nature Trail and Letort Falls Park. There are also several golf and country clubs in the surrounding area.
The larger city of Harrisburg is near enough for residents to take day trips and explore a wider variety of activities.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Carlisle is lower than both the state and national averages. This is primarily due to the quite low cost of homes and housing. Transportation costs are also well below the average, while grocery, health care, and utility costs are all slightly above average.
Pennsylvania is considered quite tax friendly to retirees. Social Security benefits and retirement savings accounts are exempt from income tax in the state, and all pensions are exempt for residents who are 59.5+. On the other hand, property tax rates are somewhat high, although this is offset by the low cost of homes. There are property tax relief programs available to help further reduce this cost, depending on residents' age, income, and other factors.
Health Care
There are two regionally ranked medical centers and hospitals located around Carlisle. They are Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and UPMC Pinnacle. Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is nationally ranked in two adult specialties, regionally ranked No. 1 in Harrisburg, and rated high performing in seven adult procedures/conditions. UPMC Pinnacle is nationally ranked in pulmonology & lung surgery, regionally ranked No. 2 in Harrisburg, and rated high performing in eight adult procedures/conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Carlisle, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Carlisle has 305 homes, the largest has 305 homes, and the average community consists of 305 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Carlisle. The most recent community started in Carlisle include Creek View. There is also 1 community in Carlisle that offers new construction homes, including Creek View.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Carlisle.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Carlisle stay on the market for around 1168 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $210,000, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Creek View average around $210,000.
64 communities near Carlisle
223 homes near Carlisle
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2 beds
|1 baths
|1,104 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,062 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,501 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,821 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,387 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,700 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,494 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|2,746 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,734 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|4,173 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,012 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,509 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|3,210 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,394 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,850 sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
In Carlisle, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Carlisle has 305 homes, the largest has 305 homes, and the average community consists of 305 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Carlisle. The most recent community started in Carlisle include Creek View. There is also 1 community in Carlisle that offers new construction homes, including Creek View.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Carlisle.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Carlisle stay on the market for around 1168 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $210,000, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Creek View average around $210,000.
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