Active 55 in the Triangle - Top 10 New & Affordable

In my previous blogs I have mentioned that I work with Seniors looking to relocate to the Triangle and have my SRES(Senior Real Estate Specialist) designation. Specifically, I help Seniors that are looking for reasonably priced ranch/villa style homes in neighborhoods that include Senior activities and an affordable lifestyle.

In the past we haven't had a lot of choices. However, with North Carolina now the #1 State for retirees and the overwhelming success at Carolina Preserve(they've sold over 700 homes since 2006), builders are now recognizing the demand for this type of housing in the Triangle.

Here is my current list with links to the communities for your reference.

1. Ivy Hall. East Raleigh, NC Active 55+ community. Growing area due to I-540 completion. New 2 Bedroom Ranches w/2-Car Garage. Homes From the $220s. WKB Properties, Inc. is the builder.
2. Carolina Preserve by Del Webb. Cary, NC. Active 55+ community w/incredible amenities including an $8M clubhouse called Bradford Hall that has an indoor/outdoor pool, bocci ball, clay court tennis, putting green, and workout facility second to none. Single Family Homes by Pulte start in the mid- $200s. Villas start in the $220s. Gorgeous ranch plans w/covered porches and 2 Car Garages. Pre-sale of new homes now available for delivery at the end of Q12009. Click for a virtual tour of the Bradford Hall clubhouse. View homes for sale in Carolina Preserve. Here is a virtual brochure for Carolina Preserve.
3. Heritage Pines. Cary, NC. Built by K. Hovanian & Westminister Homes. Heritage Pines is the most established Active 55 community in the Triangle. Homes built in 2000 with the neighborhood completed in 2007. The location is fantastic!! Amenities include a community clubhouse, swimming, tennis, bocci ball, and other activities. Villas start in the low $200s. Single Family Homes start in the mid-200s. Heritage Pines Homes for Sale.
4. The Village at Aversboro Garner, NC. New Homes From the $250s. 1,650-2,600 sq. ft. 147 Total Homesites. All brick ranch homes w/2 Car Garages & Screened Porches. The Village of Aversboro website is also a great resource.
5. Johnson's Landing. Fuquay Varina/Angier, NC. New Villas from the $220s w/2-Car Garages. 2,050-2,600 sq.ft.
6. Heritage Spring Wake Forest, NC. From the $240s. 1,372 -2,225 sq. ft. Not an actual Active Adult community but marketed as one.
7. Summerwind Plantation
   Clayton, 55+ Single family, cluster homes, condominium, townhome starting in the $120s. The community will have be a wellness center on 3 acres overlooking a pond, SummerWind Plantation will have a 4 acre stocked fishing pond, and fishing pier for use by the owners and their guests, and a large gazebo and fountain.
8. Fearrington Village-Millcroft Low maintenance single family homes. One and Two level floorplans available. Pittsboro, NC Homes 1,600 - 2,500 square feet. One or two car garage. $60k and $80k for lot. $138/square foot average price. $350k-$450k.
9. The Villas at Wake Forest The Villas of Wake Forest features 144 ranch style luxury condominium homes where all exterior maintenance is provided. Prices from the $200s. Builder is Cornerstone Homes.
10. Four Seasons at Renaissance - Coming soon in Q22010! The Triangle's most recent Active 55 community. Located off of Page Rd in Durham and just minutes from RTP this will be one of the premier Active Adult communities in the Triangle.

In a separate blog I will include communities that are ranch plans and include lawn maintenance but aren't actually Active Adult communities. If you are thinking of moving to the Triangle I'd love to help you find the perfect home for you and your family.

Updated: 1/22/2010

All content, including text, original art, photographs and images, is the exclusive property of Tracy Santrock, and may not be used without the expressed written permission of Tracy Santrock. All information is believed to be accurate but is not warranted, Copyright 2008.