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If you’re considering making the move to one of the charming 55+ communities in Charleston, SC, you’re on the right path to55+ communities in charleston sc finding your dream retirement haven. Charleston SC real estate offers an array of options for active adults seeking a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle. From beautifully designed homes to a plethora of amenities, these communities cater to those who are ready to enjoy their golden years in style. Exploring 55 plus homes in Charleston, SC, is the first step toward an enriching and active retirement. With a variety of retirement communities to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Embrace the charm of Charleston and enjoy the benefits of living in a community designed with you in mind. If you’re ready to discover the best 55+ communities in Charleston, SC, and start your journey to a fulfilling retirement, contact a local real estate expert today. They can help you navigate the Charleston SC real estate market and find the perfect home that meets all your needs and desires.

MLS Listings Data

Total Listings:161
Average Price:$487,350
Highest Listing Price:$1,800,000
Average Days On Market:71
Average Price/SqFt:$243
55 + Communities List Charleston SC Tri-county Area currently has one hundred and sixty-one (161) for sale on MLS. 55 + Communities List Charleston SC Tri-county Area listings have an average sales price of $487,350 ranging in price from $235,000 to $1,800,000. The average sq ft home size of 55 + Communities List Charleston SC Tri-county Area Mount Pleasant SC is 2,005 square feet. The largest property for sale is 5,789 sqft and smallest 1,177 sqft. View property listings for sale by price, street, subdivision, age, property type, location, features, size, and listing date, and time on MLS with an of 71 days on the market.

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Enjoy the low-maintenance life you've dreamt of; 55+ living at its finest! Courtyard drive provides an elegant entrance. Living area opens to kitchen & dining. Handsome hardwood flooring throughout downstairs. Upgraded kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counter tops & ample storage. Secluded owners' suite ensures privacy & includes a walk-in closet w/generous storage, bath w/dual bowl vanity & walk-in shower. Secondary bedroom is currently being used as a study, convenient to guest bath. Upstairs is 3rd bedroom, full bath & living area, perfect for overnight company! Enjoy quiet mornings on the porch off the dining area. Monthly regime covers lawn maintenance & amenities, including pool, a fitness center and yoga room, a community garden, pickle ball and bocce ball. Residents alsoenjoy regular events/activities.
View details Beds - 3 Baths - 3 Sqft - 2422
Considering retirement in South Carolina? Then consider 3053 Cross Vine Lane. Premier 55+ Active Adult Living in Summerville, SC! This beautiful 3-bedroom, one-story Cypress floor plan sits on a large lot, offering a private backyard, whole-home generator, vinyl back porch enclosure, extended garage, expansive attic storage, and exceptional upgrades just minutes from Historic Downtown Summerville and Charleston.Situated on a premium homesite, the backyard widens into a peaceful landscaped setting, creating a private retreat rarely found within the community. A landscaped berm behind the property provides additional separation from neighboring homes, allowing you to enjoy tranquil views from your own backyard oasis. From the moment you enter, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting, open atmosphere. Beautiful engineered hardwood flooring flows throughout the main living areas, while upgraded carpet and premium padding provide comfort in the bedrooms. Custom trim details, updated shelving throughout multiple closets, hardwired pantry and closet lighting, newer smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and thoughtful upgrades throughout demonstrate the pride of ownership this home has enjoyed since it was built in 2018. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, a gas cooktop with vented hood, tile backsplash, newer refrigerator, quiet hybrid dishwasher, generous cabinetry, and a spacious café dining area that can easily serve as additional flex space. The laundry room has been enhanced with custom shelving and hanging bars, creating a secondary pantry and storage space. One of this home's standout features is the incredible vinyl window back porch enclosure, complete with floor-to-ceiling retractable vinyl windows, two ceiling fans, and a custom Bahama shutter for added privacy and temperature control. Open the windows to enjoy the sounds of the birds or Carolina breezes without the pollen, or close them to create an additional climate-friendly living space year-round. The back porch opens onto an extended concrete patio overlooking the peaceful wooded backdrop, making it the perfect place for morning coffee, evening gatherings, or cooking on your grill. The spacious primary suite offers additional windows that fill the room with natural light, along with dual walk-in closets and an elegant bath featuring an oversized walk-in shower and granite countertops. One guest bedroom functions as a private ensuite with direct access to the adjacent bathroom, making it ideal for overnight guests. The third bedroom, featuring French doors, offers outstanding flexibility as a home office, hobby room. This home has also been equipped with numerous high-value upgrades that provide comfort and peace of mind, including a whole-home Generac natural gas generator, whole-house surge protector, updated LED garage lighting, generator monitoring system conveniently located inside the garage, tankless gas water heater, termite bond, gutters, and excellent yard drainage. The garage includes an extended bump-out with a built-in workspace, retractable ceiling-mounted electrical outlet, and remarkable attic storage featuring lighting and handrails for easy access. Even better, the washer, dryer, kitchen refrigerator, and garage deep freezer will all convey with an acceptable offer. This property does not have a fenced backyard, resulting in a discount on monthly HOA dues. Located just a short stroll from Cresswind's incredible amenities, residents here enjoy an active, resort-inspired lifestyle with a 10,000 square foot amenity center which includes a full-time social director, endless activities, a gym, demonstration kitchen, craft room, hot tub, social clubs, resort style pool, tennis, pickleball, and so much more. Residents of Cresswind also have access to numerous miles of hiking trails, ponds for fishing, a dog park, Schultz Lake, wildlife watching, and even kayaking from The Ponds community kayak launch. Many residents here enjoy the perks of 55+ living while their non 55+ relatives live within walking distance in the larger connecting neighborhood of The Ponds, just outside the gate. It's an excellent option for loved ones that want to live near each other, but not with each other. In addition to this amazing home and all that Cresswind has to offer, there is something to be said about the community of The Ponds as well, because it truly is a unique and special place. Many residents jokingly say it's much like a Hallmark movie. One which they enjoy having a role in. Zoned for highly desired DD2 schools, the Ponds is a community full of amenities and activities for all ages. Full of forest like woods with miles of trails to hike, unwind, and reconnect. This is the type of community where neighbors extend a hand to help. Where those same neighbors become friends, and grow to feel like family. If you are looking for a place to put down roots and grow, this is it. The Ponds is best known for its preserved natural beauty. Hundred year Oak trees positioned in the center of the community make for some incredibly beautiful sunsets. If you are touring the home around that time, be sure to take a few minutes to find this spot. We guarantee that you won't leave without snapping a photo or two. These Oaks also set the stage for one of the most frequently used meadows in the neighborhood. In the summer months, the HOA hosts food truck Fridays each month here and brings in live music. Neighbors of both Cresswind and The Ponds walk or drive their golf carts to this field, throw a blanket down and enjoy spirits, food trucks, and live music together. Just beside this field sits the custom built tree house. A naturesque playground built to allow all ages to climb up and into the branches of one of the hundred year old Oak trees. The community also offers a large zero entry swimming pool, a beautiful outdoor shelter with a fire place, picnic tables and 2 large gas grills, a community fire pit, a kayak launch, numerous ponds for fishing, and an amphitheater which is often used for events such as the neighborhoods Fourth of July festival and fireworks show. Other fun community activities include (subject to change): - Numerous golf cart parades - Annual Halloween "witch walk" (in-neighborhood pub crawl) - Youth fishing tournament with resident volunteers - Easter egg hunt - Bunco - Community 5k's - Weekly Tuesday evening food and dessert trucks - Fall festival with costume contest - Oyster roast & Chili cook off - Summertime Luau with live music, dancing, and food trucks - Oktoberfest - St. Patrick's Day parade and scavenger hunt - Holiday craft festival There are also several clubs within the community for residents to join (subject to change); a fishing club, a book club, and a photography club to name a few. The Ponds also boasts a historical farmhouse which serves as their amenity center. The farmhouse dates back to the 1830's and is said to be the third home ever constructed in The Ponds. Its beauty can be enjoyed by all as it serves as the center of the development. Another scenic spot to enjoy breathtaking sunsets. It's a sought after event space and has even hosted a few weddings. Just beside the farmhouse sits a small cottage that serves as the community coffee house. And adorable spot to stroll to each morning to enjoy the paper, read a book, or just catch up with neighbors over a cup of joe. It even offers free WiFi and is a great spot to use occasionally if you work remotely. In addition to the endless amenities available to community residents, The Ponds is also home to one of Summerville's YMCA centers. If you've ever dreamt of being able to roll out of bed and walk to the gym or to your little ones' sports games, here's your chance! The Ponds isn't just a place, it's a lifestyle and residents here truly treasure what it offers. We hope that you will take time to not only tour this incredible home but the community as well. Homes here move fast so we encourage you to book your showing soon.
View details Beds - 3 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1779
Welcome to Horizons, an exclusive 55+ gated active adult community situated in the highly desirable Carnes Crossroads masterplan. Residents enjoy low-maintenance living while having access to all the resort-style amenities within Carnes Crossroads. This very popular Drake home plan features are a 2 car garage, quartz countertops in the kitchen and baths, lots of windows and natural light making this plan an immediate favorite! Spacious master suite with dual vanities, zero entry shower with frameless glass door. Very spacious guest bedrooms and full baths.
View details Beds - 3 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1492
Welcome to effortless Lowcountry living in this beautifully designed single-story cottage, where timeless style meets modern comfort. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light and centered around a gourmet kitchen featuring a spacious center island, perfect for gathering with family and friends. A study offers the ideal space for a home office or quiet retreat, while the impressive 9-foot sliding glass door seamlessly connects the main living area to the covered patio for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining. The serene owner's suite showcases an elegant tray ceiling and a spa-inspired bath complete with a zero-entry walk-in shower. Finished in a palette of timeless neutral tones, this home offers sophisticated style and low-maintenance living in a thoughtfully designedsingle-story layout. Enjoy the resort style pool, fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, play parks, within the community for a fraction of Age 55+ living. Nexton offers new shops, grocery stores, and restaurants only minutes away within the community.
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1650
Welcome to effortless Lowcountry living at its finest in the highly sought-after Del Webb at Cane Bay, one of the Charleston area's premier 55+ active adult communities. Thoughtfully maintained, 204 Waterfront Park Drive offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and low-maintenance living.Designed for easy entertaining and everyday enjoyment, this beautiful home features an inviting open floor plan filled with natural light and quality finishes throughout. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious living and dining areas, while natural gas adds both efficiency and convenience with a tankless water heater and a Weber gas grill that conveys with the home, making outdoor gatherings effortless year-round.Step outside to relax on your private outdoor living space or spend your days enjoying the unmatched resort-style amenities that make Del Webb so desirable. Residents enjoy a stunning clubhouse, indoor and outdoor pools, state-of-the-art fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, walking trails, social clubs, and a full calendar of activities designed to keep you as active and connected as you'd like to be. Whether you're looking to downsize without compromise or embrace an active lifestyle in one of Summerville's most desirable communities, this home is ready to welcome you. Don't miss your opportunity to own this EXCEPTIONALLY VALUED home--schedule your private showing today!
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1278
Situated on a quiet road with a serene natural backdrop, this lovely 2 bedroom, 2 bath, with extra flex room/home office offers both the setting and the space you're looking for. Step inside to find laminate wood floor extending throughout all living areas and bedrooms - NO CARPET in home! A large French door office provides a flexible area for either a third bedroom or work space. Step into the heart of the home to find an island kitchen with soft-closing light gray cabinetry with lower cabinet pull out storage, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliance with gas range and French door refrigerator, pendant & under-cabinet lighting, and a walk-in pantry with an extra second pantry built within it. A spacious dining area is set adjacent to the living room and is accentuated by crownmolding and wainscot detailing. The living room offers tons of natural light and a stately tray ceiling. Step outside to find a beautiful extended patio with pergola cover and gas grill connection that overlooks a tranquil oasis of trees and open green space. Back inside, the oversized Owner's Suite includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with 12" x 24" tile floors, a double sink quartz vanity, and a walk-in tile shower with built-in bench, grab bar, and frameless shower door. A comfortable guest room, full bath, and generously-sized laundry room with included washer & dryer and built-in cabinets & utility sink. This home has been lightly lived in, exudes pride of ownership, and has a brand new roof! Don't miss out on your opportunity to be part of the desirable Four Seasons community, a lakeside 55+ neighborhood with over eight miles of blue-ways plus a 24,000 square foot resort-style amenity center. A full-time lifestyle director, chartered clubs, and busy calendar of events will have you living your best years in this fantastic neighborhood and home! As an added bonus, the community is gated and manned 24/7!
View details Beds - 2 Baths - 2 Sqft - 1763

 

Why Choose 55+ Communities in Charleston, SC?

Charleston is a city known for its historic charm, coastal beauty, and warm hospitality. But beyond its scenic landscapes and rich history, Charleston SC real estate offers exceptional opportunities for those seeking 55 plus homes. Here’s why these communities are the ideal choice for active adults:

  1. Ideal Location: Nestled in the heart of the Lowcountry, Charleston provides easy access to pristine beaches, lush golf courses, and picturesque parks. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or a history buff, you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy.

  2. Vibrant Lifestyle: Retirement communities in Charleston, SC, are designed to keep residents engaged and active. From fitness centers and swimming pools to social clubs and hobby groups, there’s never a dull moment.

  3. Quality Healthcare: Access to top-notch healthcare facilities is a priority for retirees. Charleston boasts excellent medical centers and hospitals, ensuring peace of mind for residents and their families.

  4. Rich Cultural Scene: The city’s thriving arts and culture scene means there’s always something to see and do. From world-class museums to live performances, Charleston offers endless entertainment options.

55 Plus Communities List in the Charleston SC Tri-county area

 

Benefits of Living in Active Adult Communities

Choosing to live in a 55+ community in Charleston, SC, comes with numerous benefits:

  • Maintenance-Free Living: Many active adult communities offer maintenance-free living, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your favorite activities without worrying about yard work or home repairs.

  • Safety and Security: Gated communities provide an added layer of security, giving you peace of mind.

  • Social Opportunities: With a variety of clubs, classes, and events, it’s easy to make new friends and stay socially active.

  • Customizable Homes: Charleston SC real estate in 55+ communities often includes options for customizing your home to suit your preferences, ensuring your living space is just right for you.

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