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Mount Joy, PA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Mount Joy
Located in Lancaster County, in Central Pennsylvania, Mount Joy is a borough with a history dating back to the mid-1700s. Residents there enjoy wide open spaces, plenty of nature,…
Located in Lancaster County, in Central Pennsylvania, Mount Joy is a borough with a history dating back to the mid-1700s. Residents there enjoy wide open spaces, plenty of nature, and a variety of local attractions to visit.
Climate & Geography
The climate in the region is categorized as humid continental, which means there are four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers, and cold winters. Mount Joy gets an average of 42 inches of rain, 20 inches of snow, and 196 sunny days per year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Some of the top attractions in Mount Joy include Eastland Alpacas, Grandview Vineyard, Bube’s Brewery, Beanie’s Bar & Grill, Highlands of Donegal Golf Club, and Clearview Lanes. Residents can also visit the Susquehannock State Park or William Penn State Forest to enjoy outdoor recreation activities like hiking and camping.
Opportunities for day trips and weekend getaways can be found in large metropolitan cities like Philadelphia and Baltimore, which are both about an hour-and-a-half drive away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Mount Joy is lower than the national average. This is primarily due to housing and transportation costs.
Pennsylvania, with a flat income tax rate of 3.07 percent, is quite tax friendly to retirees. Income from Social Security benefits and retirement savings accounts are exempt in the state, and pensions are also exempt for residents who are aged 59+.
Although property taxes in the state area somewhat high, homeowners and renters that are 65+ may be eligible for property tax or rent rebates depending on their income and marital status.
Health Care
Mount Joy is near several nationally ranked and high performing hospitals with specialties in various procedures and conditions. Highly rated hospitals within a 25-mile radius include Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, WellSpan York Hospital, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, UPMC Pinnacle, and Geisinger Holy Spirit Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Mount Joy, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Mount Joy has 245 homes, the largest has 245 homes, and the average community consists of 245 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Mount Joy.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Mount Joy stay on the market for around 229 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $407,742, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Four Seasons at Elm Tree average around $407,742.
151 communities near Mount Joy
425 homes near Mount Joy
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,711 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,010 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,569 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,856 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,631 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,438 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,645 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,151 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,300 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,330 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,522 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,838 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,428 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,906 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,487 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,897 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,833 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Mount Joy, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Mount Joy has 245 homes, the largest has 245 homes, and the average community consists of 245 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Mount Joy.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Mount Joy stay on the market for around 229 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $407,742, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Four Seasons at Elm Tree average around $407,742.
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