Mechanicsburg, PA 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities
Mechanicsburg is a borough in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania and is eight miles west of Harrisburg. Retirees that want a quieter location in Pennsylvania will enjoy this borough.
Climate & Geography
Mechanicsburg climate is humid-continental with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual high temperature is in the low 60s and the average annual low temperature is in the mid 40s. The average annual precipitation is around 40 inches of rainfall.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
There are farmers markets throughout the borough where residents enjoy strolling and shopping. There are numerous parks where residents can enjoy walking, jogging, and biking, many of these parks allow dogs. Indoor activities include visiting the museums, theaters, and brewing companies.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The median home cost is below the national median. Pennsylvania is very tax-friendly towards retirees and Social Security benefits are not taxed. Pennsylvania public and private pensions that are eligible are also not taxed, retirement income is not taxed after the age of 59 and a half. Homeowners and renters 65 or older are eligible for rebates of paid property tax or rent.
Health Care
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Mechanicsburg and LifeCare Hospitals of Mechanicsburg are the two medical centers and hospitals located in Mechanicsburg.
Communities Near Mechanicsburg
- Harrisburg Area (9)
- Carlisle (1)
- Harrisburg (3)
- Mechanicsburg (4)
- Palmyra (1)
Traditions of America at Silver Spring
- High $400ks - Mid $600ks
- 517 Homes (6 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2008 - Present
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Carmella
- Low $300ks - High $400ks
- 190 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2007 - 2017
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4 Rating (2 Reviews)
Bent Creek Crossing
- Low $300ks - Low $300ks
- 110 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 1998 - 2004
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3.5 Rating (4 Reviews)
Cortland Park
- High $400ks - Low $600ks
- 104 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2020 - Present
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