Richmond Area, VA 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities
Active adult communities in the Richmond, VA area can be found throughout Quinton, Glen Allen, Mechanicsville, Chesterfield, Moseley, and Richmond. 55+ communities in the Richmond area offer a charming tight-knit neighborhood feeling. Those looking for low-maintenance home options away from the hustle and bustle of D.C. enjoy the Richmond area.
Active adult communities in the Richmond, VA area can be found throughout Quinton, Glen Allen, Mechanicsville, Chesterfield, Moseley, and Richmond. 55+ communities in the Richmond area offer a charming tight-knit neighborhood feeling. Those looking for low-maintenance home options away from the hustle and bustle of D.C. enjoy the Richmond area.
Richmond Area Climate & Geography
The Richmond area has a humid subtropical climate where the summers are hot and humid and the winters are mild. There are many counties, independent cities, and unincorporated towns and communities included in the Richmond metropolitan area. Noteworthy bodies of water include the James River, Appomattox River, and Chickahominy River. Situated in Central Virginia, the Richmond area is located where the Piedmont and coastal plains meet on the James and Appomattox Rivers. It is characterized by low, rolling hills and lies between the Tidewater region and Blue Ridge Mountains.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment Near Richmond Area
With over 400 years of American heritage, the Richmond area is home to America's first hospital and canal system, Civil War Battlefields, and the location of Patrick Henry's famous "give me liberty or give me death" speech. Historic landmarks include Cedar Hill and Armour House, Curles Neck Plantation Dabbs House, Dorey Barn, Gravel Hill, and the Osbourne Schoolhouse. Carytown, a popular area, includes over 250 shops, restaurants, and historic buildings. Residents of 55+ communities near Richmond are also conveniently close to both Richmond International and Chesterfield County Airports. You never have to travel far to experience cultural attractions as this area includes a symphony, ballet, orchestra, theaters, and art galleries. The University of Richmond incorporates an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for those who want to continue their education. Recreation throughout the Richmond area include more than 20 golf courses, NASCAR races, and more than 100 parks that include neighborhood playgrounds to state nature preserves.
Richmond Area Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living index for the state of Virginia is 4% less than the national average. Additionally, the cost of living in a Richmond active adult community is 1.3% less than the state of Virginia. However on average, the index for goods, services, groceries, healthcare, transportation and utilities are higher than the national average. Richmond s cost of housing index is lower than both Virginia and the nation s average.
Richmond Area Healthcare
There are 21 hospitals listed in the Richmond VA metropolitan area. Adult communities will appreciate living within close distance to two top-ranking hospitals. Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center has been both nationally ranked and recognized for high performance. Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital is another high-performing hospital in the area.
Communities Near Richmond Area
- Richmond Area (45)
- Chester (3)
- Chesterfield (4)
- Glen Allen (6)
- Goochland (1)
- Henrico (3)
- Hopewell (1)
- Manakin Sabot (1)
- Mechanicsville (8)
- Midlothian (4)
CrossRidge
- Mid $400ks - Low $600ks
- 746 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2001 - 2013
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4.6 Rating (5 Reviews)
Mosaic at West Creek
- High $500ks - Mid $800ks
- 471 Homes (8 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2019 - Present
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Chickahominy Falls
- High $400ks - High $700ks
- 400 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2017 - Present
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Kenbrook at Harpers Mill
- Mid $400ks - High $500ks
- 150 Homes (3 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2018 - Present
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Settler’s Ridge
- Mid $300ks - Mid $300ks
- 166 Homes (6 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2006 - Present
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4.5 Rating (4 Reviews)
Twin Rivers at Meadowville Landing
- High $300ks - Mid $500ks
- 48 Homes
- No Age Restrictions
- New Homes Only
- 2020 - Present
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The Village of Amberleigh
- Low $400ks - Mid $600ks
- 173 Homes (1 for sale)
- No Age Restrictions
- New And Resale Homes
- 1999 - Present
-
5 Rating (5 Reviews)
Traditions of America at Chesterfield
- Mid $400ks - Mid $500ks
- 234 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
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Greenwich Walk
- High $300ks - Mid $500ks
- 350 Homes (3 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2017 - Present
-
5 Rating (1 Review)
Magnolia Lakes
- Low $300ks - Low $500ks
- 201 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2011 - 2021
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Readers Branch
- High $600ks - High $800ks
- 303 Homes (4 for sale)
- No Age Restrictions
- New And Resale Homes
- 2018 - Present
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The Villas at Swift Creek
- High $400ks - High $500ks
- 194 Homes (7 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2023 - Present
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The Villas at Iron Mill
- Mid $400ks - Low $500ks
- 174 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2014 - Present
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Everleigh Short Pump
- 1700s - 3200s
- 165 Apartments
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
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Woolridge Landing
- Low $500ks - High $500ks
- 165 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New Homes Only
- 2021 - Present
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The Villas at Rose Hill
- Mid $400ks - Low $500ks
- 157 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2010 - 2015
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Cobblestone
- Mid $200ks - Mid $300ks
- 154 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 1998 - 2014
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Tinsley Charter
- Low $300ks - Low $400ks
- 150 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2003 - 2019
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Cherry Grove
- Low $400ks - High $400ks
- 130 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2017 - 2020
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Townes at Notting Place
- Mid $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 128 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2018 - 2022
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The Bluffs at Bell Creek
- Mid $300ks - Low $400ks
- 128 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2004 - 2015
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Braxton
- Mid $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 125 Homes (2 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 1993 - 2004
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Parkside Village
- Mid $600ks - Mid $600ks
- 118 Homes (2 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- New And Resale Homes
- 2016 - 2018
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Villas Of Autumn Run
- Mid $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 104 Homes
- No Age Restrictions
- Resale Homes Only
- 2003 - 2004
-
5 Rating (1 Review)
Meredith Place
- Mid $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 100 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2011 - 2015
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Villas at Dogwood
- Low $400ks - High $400ks
- 97 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2007 - 2019
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The Villas at Archer Springs
- Low $400ks - Low $500ks
- 95 Homes (1 for sale)
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2015 - 2018
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Park West
- Mid $300ks - Low $400ks
- 88 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2000 - 2001
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Villas at Providence
- High $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 86 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2018 - 2021
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Villas at Ashlake
- High $300ks - Mid $400ks
- 82 Homes
- 55+ Age Restriction
- Resale Homes Only
- 2017 - 2019
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