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55+ communities in South Carolina, also known as “active adult communities”, are residential developments specifically designed for individuals who are 55 years of age or older. Homes for sale 55+ neighborhoods in SC. Search by region of SC. These communities are becoming increasingly popular in South Carolina as the appeal of retiring in Florida has waned in the last couple of decades. As people are living longer, healthier lives, and seeking to live in environments that cater to their specific needs areas like Myrtle Beach, Summerville (Charleston market), Spartanburg, and especially Columbia have seen a boom (no pun intended) in buyers moving south. The Myrtle Beach market has the highest number of 55+ active adult neighborhoods, and the Columbia region has the most patio home communities. The Charleston SC area only has six communities for the 55+ population. Call us if you want to move to SC. Del Webb is the most recognizable home builder that tailors their product to this demographic and is owned by Pulte Homes.
MLS Listings Data
Total Listings:
338
Average Price:
$598,743
Highest Listing Price:
$4,186,200
Average Days On Market:
113
Average Price/SqFt:
$325
55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale currently has three hundred and thirty-eight (338) for sale on MLS. 55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale listings have an average sales price of $598,743 ranging in price from $124,900 to $4,186,200. The average sq ft home size of 55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale Summerville SC is 1,843 square feet. The largest property for sale is 4,810 sqft and smallest 0 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 113 days on the market.
ONLY 14 months old this stunning Donegal Loft home, is move-in ready & offers the perfect blend of modern design & low-maintenance living. With 2,600 square feet, this thoughtfully crafted home features three bedrooms and three full bathrooms, all designed for comfort and convenience. The spacious loft area includes a separate living space, bedroom with a closet, and a full bathroom, making it an ideal retreat for guests or additional living space. The open floor plan is both inviting and functional, with elegant LVP flooring throughout and an abundance of natural light. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring quartz countertops, a subway tilebacksplash, soft-close drawers, double ovens, a gas range, and Café brand appliances, including a brand-new refrigerator. The primary suite offers a relaxing escape with a large tile and glass-enclosed shower and a generous walk-in closet. The second bedroom and full bath on the main floor provide additional comfort and privacy. Welcome home to Four Seasons at The Lakes of Cane Bay, a premier 55+ gated community in the heart of beautiful Summerville, SC. The extended garage provides extra storage space, while the extra-large side yard offers added privacy and outdoor possibilities. Both the front and rear covered patios create the perfect spots for enjoying morning coffee or evening relaxation, and the enclosed sunroom option adds even more space to take in the peaceful surroundings. The new aluminum fence with safety latches ensures security and convenience, while French doors leading to the office provide a stylish and functional workspace. The upgraded trim package, including wainscoting in the foyer, along with level 2 black fixtures throughout, adds a touch of elegance to every corner of the home. Beyond the home itself, life at Four Seasons at The Lakes of Cane Bay is all about resort-style living. The community's 300-acre lake system features an 8-mile navigable waterway, perfect for kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying the view. The lakeside clubhouse serves as the social hub, offering state-of-the-art fitness facilities, saline pools, an amphitheater, and pickleball courts. With a vibrant social calendar filled with activities and events, there is always something to do and new friends to meet.
Why wait for new construction when you can move into this exceptional home today? Experience the best of active adult living in this beautiful, move-in-ready home at Four Seasons at The Lakes of Cane Bayschedule your private showing today!
The Avery, located in one of Summerville's most desirable 55+ communities! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms- offering lots of space for friends and family members to visit! Large gourmet kitchen facing the family room with gas fireplace. The perfect place to end a long day at the resort pool or Farm! So much to share with you about the Avery and the Community! Call today to schedule your private tour!
The Avery, located in one of Summerville's most desirable 55+ communities! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms- offering lots of space for friends and family members to visit! Large gourmet kitchen facing the family room with gas fireplace. The perfect place to end a long day at the resort pool or Farm! So much to share with you about the Avery and the Community! Call today to schedule your private tour!
This beautiful, move-in-ready property is located in the popular gated retirement community The Elms of Charleston. Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac, the home has been lovingly cared for and features a spacious, open floor plan welcoming in the outdoors with large windows overlooking a private wooded lot. Master bedroom features an en-suite bath and dressing area with large walk-in closet, roomy vanity and a low-threshold step-in shower. Spacious guest room adjoins a full bath with tub/shower combo. Custom built-in cabinetry in the office, den and sunroom along with gleaming wood floors and custom plantation shutters throughout. Large two-car garage with workbench and utility sink. Two rear outdoor spaces include a bluestone patio with pergola and a newly renovated, spacious deck both ofwhich overlook peaceful, private, wooded surroundings. Convenient to hospital, doctors' offices, restaurants and shopping. I-26 is less than 5 minutes away providing easy access in and out of the Charleston area and to Charleston International Airport. Relax and enjoy the amenities offered by The Elms, including weekly landscape service, a club house with gym, swimming pool, and tennis/pickleball courts. Easy to show.
*OPEN HOUSE SAT 6/28 & SUN 6/29 12-2PM* Lowest priced in Lakeside Crossing!! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a 1 car garage in one of the area's most desirable 55+ GATED communities, LAKESIDE CROSSING! New HVAC (2025) with 10 year warranty and the washer and dryer are included. Stainless steel refrigerator and microwave with electric burner stove. The primary bedroom features a WALK IN CLOSET and the en-suite bathroom with double sinks and a walk in shower. The 2 additional bedrooms each have a closet. Outdoor highlights include upgraded landscaping, IRRIGATION system, back DECK perfect for grilling out with your PRIVATE WOODED LOT. A peaceful setting just WALKING DISTANCE to the amazing community amenities that are unique to Lakeside Crossing! Lakeside Crossing Community boasts an expansive club house including a FITNESS CENTER, new billiard tables, library, bar area, conference room,ballroom, TENNIS COURTS, shuffleboard, an Olympic-size swimming POOL, indoor swimming pool, HOT TUB and planned daily activities. This amazing community provides PADDLE BOATS for your enjoyment in the ponds with a boat dock located at the clubhouse. Catch and release FISHING and KAYAKS are permitted as well! Lot fee covers all of your maintenance needs including mowing, edging, trash collection, lot taxes, and full access to the community’s extensive offerings. Come see it today and start enjoying the easy lifestyle you deserve!
MOVE-IN READY & FULLY UPGRADED! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a barely lived-in Hallmark home, completed in November 2024, in the highly sought-after gated community of Del Webb Nexton. Nestled on a premium pond lot with illuminated fountain views, this beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features high-end upgrades and modern conveniences throughout.Step inside to find an elegant glass front door, luxury vinyl plank flooring, crown molding, wainscoting, and tray ceilings in both the flex room (3rd bedroom) and owner's suite. 3rd bedroom/flex room also includes beautiful french doors. The gourmet kitchen impresses with a large island, gas cooktop, Whirlpool stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, soft-close gray cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, large pantry, and ample workspace, perfect for entertaining. The owners retreat overlooks the pond and includes a large tiled shower, dual sinks, toilet room, large walk in closet, and linen closet. Additional highlights include ceiling fans, blinds, upgraded hardware/cabinetry/paint/counters/LVP/tiles/appliances, attic insulation, ample recessed lighting, lots of windows, WiFi-enabled thermostat, Ring doorbell, Rinnai hot water heater, pull-out trash bin, upgraded trim package including wainscotting/trim and an open-concept floor plan with split bedrooms and a versatile flex room. Enjoy year-round comfort in the covered, screened lanai and expand your indoor-outdoor living via triple sliding glass doors that open the home to nature. Home also includes an outdoor irrigation system, stubbed out gas line at patio for grilling, and a patio. A spacious 2-car garage with pull down attic storage and driveway extension, and interior laundry room with sink, cabinetry, and pocket door add to the convenience. Home is also under a termite bond. Flood insurance not required due to it being an "x" flood zone. Barely used 2024 stainless steel refrigerator and a washer and dryer also convey with the sale!! Home appraised for $500,000 in November 2024 and excluded the owners upgrades after move in! In addition to the large amount of builder upgrades, the owner also added the following: Gutters, lanai screening, garage paint, lighting and 5 ceiling fans. Del Webb at Nexton offers resort-style 55+ living with a 26,000 sq ft clubhouse (future onsite bar/restaurant) with an internet lounge/library, indoor & outdoor pools, fitness studio including yoga/aerobics rooms, card rooms, ballroom, pickleball, tennis, and bocce courts, a Lifestyle Director on staff, community garden, dog park, and more. There is even a kitchen in the clubhouse that hosts cooking classes. A new gymnasium and additional pickleball courts are also coming soon. Skip the build time, move in now and start living your best life. Schedule your showing today!
Spacious Sycamore model in Sun City's 55+ resort-style community. 3BR/3.5BA plus den/office. Each bedroom has its own private bath. Granite counters, breakfast bar, formal dining, and accent-lit cabinetry. Great room opens to heated/cooled lanai--perfect for connection and comfort. Paver patio and landscaped backdrop offer privacy without isolation. Extended garage with built-ins and pass-through door. New roof and dual HVACs in 2025. Full-size laundry with generous cabinetry and counter space--an estate-size home at a remarkable value, with new systems that offer true move-in readiness and lasting peace of mind.
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 Osprey home plan features a 2 car garage, quartz countertops in the gourmet kitchen, a natural gas fireplace, 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. No carpet and 9 foot ceilings.
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 Collins home plan is situated on a stunning home site, backing up to a pond, creating tons of privacy. Features are a 2 car garage, quartz countertops in the gourmet kitchen, a natural gas fireplace, 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. No carpet and 9 foot ceilings.
The functioning appeal of a 55+ Community: The primary function of a 55+ community is to provide a comfortable and secure living environment for older adults. These communities typically offer a variety of amenities, including recreational facilities, swimming pools, pickleball, tennis courts, fitness centers, and social activities oftentimes close to fire departments (with EMTs nearby). In addition, they often provide maintenance services such as lawn care, snow removal, and trash removal, which can be a major convenience for older adults who no longer want to perform these tasks themselves. Some communities for retirees in South Carolina like Hulon Green in Columbia SC, Swansgate Village in Greenville, Covenant Towers Myrtle Beach, and Rolling Green Village in Greenville SC, (coming 2025Del Webb Greenville) just to name a few will have medical personnel on-site, daily meal delivery, linen cleaning, and housekeeping depending on the development. The most popular builder in America that caters to this lifestyle is Del Webb (a Pulte Homes Group company) well-known for its quality homes, and the attention to detail retirees are looking for.
House Plans & Design Considerations: More times than not, if not 90% of the homes will either be patio homes (aka low-maintenance homes), or smaller sized homes under 2000 sq ft with the master suite downstairs and on small lots or home sites. Ground level or close to ground level, one-story floor plans with large door frames are also a common element in patio homes to accommodate the eventual likelihood of owners using a walker or wheelchair as they age. Other commonly seen features of home designs will be large showers without a high step into the shower enclosure, sometimes, a walk-in bathtub, showers with multiple handles, and a seat. All the things you’d expect in a retirement community. Other popular choices in active adult & retiree neighborhoods are duplexes, and townhomes, where there is essentially NO maintenance work to consider. If the homes are raised homes, builders will offer a plan that includes an elevator.
ALL ABOUT LIVING IN A SC 55+ COMMUNITY HOME OWNERSHIP
Reasons for the existence of 55+ Communities: 55+ communities exist to provide a place where older adults can live independently while enjoying the company of others in a similar age group. Many people in this age range are retired or nearing retirement, and they may have different priorities than younger adults. For example, they may be interested in downsizing, living in a maintenance-free home environment, or having access to on-site medical care.
Pros of 55+ Communities: One of the most significant benefits of 55+ communities is the opportunity to socialize with others in the same age group. This can help combat loneliness and isolation, which can be common problems for older adults. Additionally, 55+ communities often provide a sense of security, as they are designed with safety features such as gated entrances and 24-hour security. Many residents also appreciate the convenience of having access to various amenities, including fitness centers and recreational facilities, which can help promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
Cons of 55+ Communities: While there are many benefits to living in a 55+ community, there are also some potential drawbacks. For example, some residents may feel isolated from the rest of the community or from younger people in general (if they do not have visitors regularly, or get out to social activities). Additionally, the rules and regulations of the community can sometimes be restrictive, which may not be appealing to everyone. Finally, the cost of living in a 55+ community can be higher than living in other types of housing due to the monthly HOA fees and capital requirements of the community. For instance, most Del Webb communities in South Carolina, have at least a $300 a month regime fee.
The conception of 55+ Communities: The idea of 55+ communities was conceived in the mid-20th century, as more and more people began to live longer and retire earlier as the baby boomer generation hit retirement age. The first 55+ community was established in the 1960s in Sun City, Arizona, and it quickly became a model for other similar developments around the country.
Overall, 55+ communities can be a great option for older adults who are looking for a comfortable, secure living environment with access to amenities and social activities in South Carolina. However, it is important to carefully consider the pros and cons and to thoroughly research any community you are considering before making a decision.
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55+ communities in South Carolina, also known as “active adult communities”, are residential developments specifically designed for individuals who are 55 years of age or older. Homes for sale 55+ neighborhoods in SC. Search by region of SC. These communities are becoming increasingly popular in South Carolina as the appeal of retiring in Florida has waned in the last couple of decades. As people are living longer, healthier lives, and seeking to live in environments that cater to their specific needs areas like Myrtle Beach, Summerville (Charleston market), Spartanburg, and especially Columbia have seen a boom (no pun intended) in buyers moving south. The Myrtle Beach market has the highest number of 55+ active adult neighborhoods, and the Columbia region has the most patio home communities. The Charleston SC area only has six communities for the 55+ population. Call us if you want to move to SC. Del Webb is the most recognizable home builder that tailors their product to this demographic and is owned by Pulte Homes.
House Plans & Design Considerations: More times than not, if not 90% of the homes will either be patio homes (aka low-maintenance homes), or smaller sized homes under 2000 sq ft with the master suite downstairs and on small lots or home sites. Ground level or close to ground level, one-story floor plans with large door frames are also a common element in patio homes to accommodate the eventual likelihood of owners using a walker or wheelchair as they age. Other commonly seen features of home designs will be large showers without a high step into the shower enclosure, sometimes, a walk-in bathtub, showers with multiple handles, and a seat. All the things you’d expect in a retirement community. Other popular choices in active adult & retiree neighborhoods are duplexes, and townhomes, where there is essentially NO maintenance work to consider. If the homes are raised homes, builders will offer a plan that includes an elevator. 
the same age group. This can help combat loneliness and isolation, which can be common problems for older adults. Additionally, 55+ communities often provide a sense of security, as they are designed with safety features such as gated entrances and 24-hour security. Many residents also appreciate the convenience of having access to various amenities, including fitness centers and recreational facilities, which can help promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
