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North Wales, PA 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in North Wales
Located in Eastern Pennsylvania, North Wales is a quiet, residential township in Montgomery County. Retirees love its four distinct seasons, popular parks and trails, and…
Located in Eastern Pennsylvania, North Wales is a quiet, residential township in Montgomery County. Retirees love its four distinct seasons, popular parks and trails, and community events. In addition, its proximity to Allentown and Philadelphia make it an attractive destination for active adults wanting a quaint community with access to a big city.
Climate & Geography
North Wales has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The Appalachian Mountains to the west and the ocean to the east help regulate temperatures, but extremes are still possible and often short-lived. There is higher-than-average rainfall and average snowfall, as well as about 207 days of sun each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
While North Wales remains mainly residential, its surrounding townships in the county have plenty of outdoor recreation. Green Ribbon Trail is a popular destination with nearly six miles of all-level hiking, walking, and running trails. Other local parks, like Weingartner Park and Parkside Place Park have community events and 5K races as well.
Other popular amenities include several local breweries, numerous country clubs and golf courses to the east and south, and a summer farmers market on Sundays.
Residents can do all of their brand-name and high-end shopping at Montgomery Mall, or find many more options in Philadelphia or Allentown, both an hour away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in North Wales is above the national average. Housing is the biggest factor, followed by transportation. Other indexes like utilities, groceries, and health care all also hover just above the national average.
Pennsylvania does not tax Social Security, 401(k)s, and IRAs. Pensions are exempt for retirees above the age of 59 ½. Property taxes in the state are fairly high, whereas sales taxes are low. Several common goods like clothing, prescription medication, groceries, and residential fuels are exempt from sales tax.
Health Care
The Philadelphia metro area ranks in the top 110 communities in the country, according to Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
Although there are no hospitals in North Wales, there are several hospitals rated by U.S. News as high performing in Montgomery County. These include Jefferson Health-Abington Lansdale, Einstein Medical Center Montgomery, St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus, and Doylestown Hospital. Philadelphia has three nationally ranked hospitals: Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian, Jefferson Health-Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, and Pennsylvania Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
In North Wales, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in North Wales has 35 homes, the largest has 119 homes, and the average communities consists of 75 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in North Wales. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Montgomery Walk is a gated communities with 119 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in North Wales stay on the market for around 330 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $462,298, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Montgomery Walk average around $588,306, while homes in Gwynedd Woods average around $336,290.
56 communities near North Wales
83 homes near North Wales
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,436 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,493 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|4 baths
|3,010 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,331 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,164 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,142 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,239 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,121 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,837 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,321 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,128 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,486 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,857 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,884 sq ft
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,924 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,519 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,086 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,040 sq ft
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,534 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,541 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,679 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,305 sq ft
1 beds
|1 baths
|951 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,008 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,938 sq ft
2 beds
|3 baths
|1,921 sq ft
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,113 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,997 sq ft
Frequently Asked Questions
In North Wales, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in North Wales has 35 homes, the largest has 119 homes, and the average communities consists of 75 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in North Wales. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Montgomery Walk is a gated communities with 119 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in North Wales stay on the market for around 330 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $462,298, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Montgomery Walk average around $588,306, while homes in Gwynedd Woods average around $336,290.
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