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Lancaster, SC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Lancaster
Located in Northwestern South Carolina, Lancaster is a quiet residential town with plenty of fishing and boating opportunities. In addition, it is popular for its variety of…
Located in Northwestern South Carolina, Lancaster is a quiet residential town with plenty of fishing and boating opportunities. In addition, it is popular for its variety of big-name and locally-owned shops and restaurants, offering residents all the necessary daily amenities. Besides this, its very affordable housing and proximity to historic Rock Hill make Lancaster a popular retirement destination for active adults.
Climate & Geography
Lancaster has a humid subtropical climate characterized by its four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid, winters are cool and dry, and spring and fall are pleasant. Nearby mountain ranges help regulate winter temperatures, blocking extremely cold northwestern winds. Precipitation is evenly spread throughout the year, resulting in higher than average rain and very little snowfall. There are, on average, 213 days of sun each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Most of Lancaster’s outdoor recreation revolves around its many small bodies of water. These include Bear Creek, Betheas Pond, Cane Creek, Lancaster Reservoir, Catawba River, and more. Andrew Jackson State Park also has fishing opportunities, as well as camping areas and walking trails.
The town offers a wide variety of local and brand-name conveniences. Residents enjoy both family-owned and chain restaurants throughout the city, as well as a local brewery. For shopping, Lancaster offers shops ranging from Walmart and Publix to small specialty stores. Additionally, the Cultural Arts District offers residents a mix of galleries, sculpture parks, murals, and theaters.
Lancaster also has two golf courses and two farmers markets. There are plenty of parks, trails, and a quaint and historic downtown in nearby Rock Hill, a half-hour drive away. Residents looking for even more cultural events and designer shopping can head just over an hour to either Charlotte or Columbia.
Cost of Living & Taxes
Lancaster’s cost of living is well below average, mainly because housing costs are nearly half the national average.
South Carolina does not tax Social Security, and for retirees above the age of 65, any other form of retirement income is largely deductible. The state has one of the lowest property tax rates, and there is a Homestead Exemption aimed at retirees. Sales taxes are somewhat higher than average.
Healthcare
Lancaster is considered on the southern edge of the Charlotte metro area, which ranks in the top 55 communities on Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
Lancaster has one local hospital, MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center. Nearby hospitals that are rated high performing by U.S. News include Carolinas Healthcare System Union in Monroe, and Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Lancaster, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lancaster has 352 homes, the largest has 1860 homes, and the average communities consists of 1003 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Lancaster. The most recent communities started in Lancaster include Roselyn, Tree Tops, Edgewater The Cottages. There are also 2 communities in Lancaster that offer new construction homes, including Roselyn, Edgewater The Cottages.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Lancaster. Approximately 33.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Tree Tops is a gated communities with 799 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lancaster stay on the market for around 244 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $449,048, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Tree Tops average around $542,661, while homes in Roselyn average around $465,185.
46 communities near Lancaster
326 homes near Lancaster
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,565 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,393 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,989 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,407 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,707 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,173 sq ft
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3 beds
|4 baths
|3,495 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,027 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,846 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,872 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,375 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|3,430 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,864 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,554 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,434 sq ft
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3 beds
|4 baths
|3,199 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,390 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,874 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,731 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,747 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,645 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,422 sq ft
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4 beds
|4 baths
|2,728 sq ft
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4 beds
|4 baths
|3,347 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,121 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,681 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,611 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,954 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,226 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,620 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,839 sq ft
|House
Frequently Asked Questions
In Lancaster, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Lancaster has 352 homes, the largest has 1860 homes, and the average communities consists of 1003 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Lancaster. The most recent communities started in Lancaster include Roselyn, Tree Tops, Edgewater The Cottages. There are also 2 communities in Lancaster that offer new construction homes, including Roselyn, Edgewater The Cottages.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Lancaster. Approximately 33.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Tree Tops is a gated communities with 799 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Lancaster stay on the market for around 244 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $449,048, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Tree Tops average around $542,661, while homes in Roselyn average around $465,185.
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