What is the cost of living in Texas compared to the national average?

Cost of living ~8% below national average

How many 55+ communities are in Texas?

90 active adult communities profiled with verified pricing on 55places.com

What are the top metros for 55+ buyers in Texas?

Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio are the top metros for 55+ buyers

What outdoor activities are available for retirees in Texas?

Year-round golf, fishing, and outdoor recreation

What size 55+ communities are there in Texas?

In Texas, there are 9 large communities with over 1000 homes, 17 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 113 small communities with less than 500 homes.

How many homes are there in the smallest, largest, and average 55+ communities in Texas?

The smallest 55+ communities in Texas has 20 homes, the largest has 9900 homes, and the average communities consists of 449 homes.

Are there new 55+ homes available in Texas?

Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Texas. The most recent communities started in Texas include Regency at Sienna, Del Webb Sugar Land at Ryehill, Elate Bent Tree. There are also 88 communities in Texas that offer new construction homes, including Del Webb at Union Park, Woodbridge Villas, Willis Ranch.

Are there gated 55+ communities in Texas?

Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Texas. Approximately 57.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Legends is a gated communities with 91 homes, and Del Webb at Union Park is another gated communities with 600 homes.

How long do listings in 55+ communities in Texas typically stay on the market, and what is the average price of homes for sale?

On average, listings in 55+ communities in Texas stay on the market for around 158 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $483,585, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Enclave at Hickory Hill average around $1,753,032, while homes in Ladera Mansfield average around $450,000.

Texas 55+ Retirement Communities & Homes for Rent

Texas draws more active adults than almost any other state — and it's easy to see why. No state income tax, a low cost of living, and warm winters make it one of the most affordable places to retire in the Sun Belt. From the hill country west of Austin to the Gulf Coast near Houston and the wide-open spaces around Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio, Texas has a 55+ community for almost every lifestyle and budget.
Texas is home to 90 active adult communities, with homes starting in the low $200Ks and reaching $600K+ in master-planned communities like Sun City Texas in Georgetown and Robson Ranch in Denton. 55places has profiled every community with verified pricing, resident reviews, and local agent connections.

Texas 55+ rental communities & homes for rent

Living in Texas

Quick facts about retiring in Texas

51 communities near Texas

1,115 homes near Texas

3 beds

2 baths

1,721 sq ft

Detached

2 beds

2 baths

1,757 sq ft

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3 beds

2 baths

1,710 sq ft

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3 beds

4 baths

3,481 sq ft

Detached

2 beds

2 baths

1,177 sq ft

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2 beds

2 baths

1,467 sq ft

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3 beds

2 baths

1,393 sq ft

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2 beds

3 baths

2,289 sq ft

Detached

3 beds

4 baths

3,059 sq ft

Detached

2 beds

2 baths

1,651 sq ft

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2 beds

2 baths

1,788 sq ft

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3 beds

2 baths

1,533 sq ft

House

2 beds

2 baths

1,442 sq ft

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3 beds

2 baths

2,078 sq ft

House

2 beds

2 baths

1,175 sq ft

Detached

2 beds

2 baths

1,671 sq ft

House

2 beds

2 baths

1,884 sq ft

Condo

3 beds

2 baths

1,771 sq ft

House

2 beds

2 baths

1,944 sq ft