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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:
272
Average Price:
$462,446
Highest Listing Price:
$3,228,000
Average Days On Market:
84
Average Price/SqFt:
$267
55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale currently has two hundred and seventy-two (272) for sale on MLS. 55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale listings have an average sales price of $462,446 ranging in price from $45,000 to $3,228,000. The average sq ft home size of 55+ Communities South Carolina Homes For Sale Santee SC is 1,732 square feet. The largest property for sale is 3,578 sqft and smallest 460 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 84 days on the market.
Welcome to Bradford Village, a serene haven where location and convenience converge seamlessly! This meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 2-full bath residence spans 1400 square feet, nestled within an esteemed 55+ gated community.Upon entry, discover an inviting open floor plan harmoniously uniting the kitchen and living room, perfect for hosting guests or unwinding in style. The flexible space offers versatility to accommodate your unique lifestyle needs, whether it be a home office or a cozy retreat.Indulge in the spacious master bedroom, designed for ultimate relaxation and tranquility. Your guests will also find comfort in the generously appointed guest bedroom, ensuring privacy and contentment during their stay.Storage concerns are alleviated with ample additional storage throughout, simplifying organization effortlessly. Revel in the luxury of new laminate flooring and the reassurance of a recently installed roof in 2023. Step outside to your own private patio, where you can savor morning coffees and evening sunsets amidst serene surroundings. Nearby Lake Marion offers endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, while shopping and dining options are conveniently located just minutes away. At Bradford Village, convenience and comfort await. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace the lifestyle you deserve. Schedule a showing today and make Bradford Village your new home sweet home!
PERFECT SETTING for this beautiful home through the privacy gate of 55+ Elms of Charleston, with a clubhouse, pool, exercise room, tennis, pickleball and activity bus. From the updated kitchen with granite counters you can see the light filled dining/living room, and sunroom. The deck enables you to enjoy the natural beauty of the woods and wildlife as well as family cookouts. Must see to appreciate.
Welcome to luxury living with this exceptional home where sophistication meets comfort in the desirable Del Webb Nexton community, surpassing the allure of new construction. This home boasts a range of upgrades that elevate everyday living, from premium finishes to modern conveniences that exceed expectations. Prepare to be captivated by the curb appeal of this stunning home, where every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a picturesque entrance. You will be welcomed by a meticulously landscaped yard that surrounds the home creating a peaceful and inviting ambiance. The extended covered porch beckons you to relax and unwind, offering ample space for chairs and creating a perfect spot to enjoy the outdoors. The extended width of the driveway offers ample space for parking and enhances the overall curb appeal of the property. Step inside this home and be greeted by a spacious foyer featuring wide plank flooring and upgraded wainscoting, setting the tone for the sophisticated design. Transition seamlessly from the foyer into a spacious open floor plan that encompasses the chef's kitchen, living room, and dining room, perfect for modern living and entertaining. Gather around the gas fireplace in the living room for cozy evenings and add warmth to your living space. Indulge your culinary dreams in the chef's kitchen where luxury meets functionality to create a gourmet cooking experience like no other. The centerpiece of the kitchen is the oversized granite island. Discover a suite of high-end stainless-steel appliances that include a built-in wall oven and microwave, and five burner stove that combines style and performance to meet all your cooking needs with precision. The kitchen features upgraded cabinets that offer both beauty and functionality, and a spacious pantry adds to the kitchen's appeal. The owner's retreat features a tray ceiling with custom trim work. The ensuite bathroom is a spa-like oasis, complete with a frameless shower, double sink granite vanity, separate makeup vanity, modern fixtures, and a spacious walk-in closet offers ample storage space for your wardrobe and accessories. An additional spacious second bedroom provides a cozy and private retreat for guests or family members, with another full bathroom, and a separate study or den, allowing for a dedicated workspace, reading nook, or cozy retreat. Enjoy the cozy lanai with recently installed vinyl windows and tiled flooring. Step onto the brick paver porch and patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings and relaxation in style complemented by a retractable shade awning for versatile outdoor living year-round. Surround yourself with mature landscaping for privacy, complete with a serene pond and fountain for a tranquil outdoor escape. Benefit from a low-voltage lighting system illuminating the front and back of the house, creating a relaxing ambiance, and irrigation system throughout the entire yard. Other home highlights include freshly painted interior with newly installed upgraded carpet, hardy plank siding, Rani tankless water heater, 2.5 car garage, thermal radiant barrier sheathing, and a second story storage area to maximize your storage capacity and organization featuring custom shelves designed to enhance functionality and keep your belongings neat and accessible. The community includes access to amenities which include a resort style swimming pool, advanced fitness center, heated indoor swimming pool, pickleball and tennis courts, miles of paved nature paths perfect for biking and walking, and a variety of activity and sport clubs. Del Webb Nexton has even more amenities coming soon in 2025 such a gymnasium for large events and indoor sports, a covered bar and grill for food and beverage service by the pool and more. Schedule a showing today for this exclusive opportunity to be a part of the Del Webb Nexton community.
AFFORDABLE 55+ Community with clubhouse, pool, exercise room, activities, pickleball, tennis and surrounded by nature and minutes to everything you need. Beautifully designed for easy living this immaculate home is just waiting for you. Enter through the welcoming foyer. Eat in the kitchen with a bay window, island and two pantries, or choose the dining area in the spacious living room combination, which overlooks the sunroom, or office. The master bedroom has two closets, ensuite bath. The guest bedroom and bath are on the front of the home. What a fabulous yard to sit and watch the wildlife and best of all, the work is already done, and lawn maintenance is included.
Welcome to Horizons, an exclusive 55+ gated active adult community situated in the highly desirable Summers Corner masterplan. Residents enjoy low-maintenance living while having access to all the resort-style amenities within Horizons and in Summers Corner. This Osprey floor plan is situated on a stunning home site, backing up to trees and pond. Features are a 2 car garage, quartz countertops in the gourmet kitchen, fire place, plenty of windows and natural light make 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. Relax on the screen porch backing to trees.
Welcome to Horizons, a gated, 55+ active adult community situated in the highly desirable Summers Corner development. Residents will appreciate low-maintenance living and enjoy the future resort-style amenities within Horizons and most of the other amenities within Summers Corner. This darling Carlyle floor plan is from our Cottage Collection. Features include 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, a study and a 2 car garage, 1559 sf done right! No carpet! LVP flooring throughout, quartz countertops in the kitchen, Large owner's suite, zero entry tile shower with frameless glass door, open family room, gourmet kitchen with a built in gas cooktop, lots of windows and natural light along with a covered porch. This home so special. Come see what all the buzz is about!
Welcome to Horizons, an exclusive 55+ gated active adult community situated in the highly desirable Summers Corner masterplan. Residents enjoy low-maintenance living while having access to all the resort-style amenities within Horizons and in Summers Corner. This darling Drake floor plan is from our Cottage Collection. Features include 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a 2 car garage, 1503 sf done right! LVP flooring throughout, quartz countertops in the kitchen, Large owner suite zero entry tile shower with frameless glass door, open family room and kitchen area with lots of windows and natural light along with a covered porch make this home so special just like Horizons!
Welcome to Horizons, an exclusive 55+ gated active adult community situated in the highly desirable Summers Corner masterplan. Residents enjoy low-maintenance living while having access to all the resort-style amenities within Horizons and in Summers Corner. This darling Sumter home is from our Cottage Collection. Features include 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a 2 car garage, 1303 sf done right! LVP flooring throughout, quartz countertops in the kitchen, Large owner suite zero entry tile shower with frameless glass door, open family room and kitchen area with lots of windows and natural light along with a covered porch make this home so special just like Horizons!
This charming home is spacious and well appointed in the popular 55+ community of Del Webb at Cane Bay. The home features a lovely sunroom, screened porch AND a patio! Crown molding, chair railing, wainscoting and plantations shutters are thru out the home. A beautiful Travertine stone walk-way leads to front door and is also featured on screen porch and patio, too. The beautiful wood flooring thruout the living & dining areas is an added plus. The large kitchen has an abundance of cabinets and plenty of workspace including the island! There is a spacious eat-in breakfast area as well. The owner's suite has a tray ceiling, a HUGE closet, large bathroom with long vanity (2 sinks), soaking tub and separate shower.The home has some newer systems such as HVAC (1.5 yrs), full home water filter system (6 mos.), washer/dryer (1.5 yrs), dishwasher (1.5 yrs), disposal (1 yr) microwave (1 yr). A termite bond is in place with Terminex for this home. The community has a full time property manager and lifestyle director for organizing clubs, events, parties, etc. The huge clubhouse contains a large lobby, fitness center, indoor pool, spa, kitchen, ballroom, activity rooms & small library. There is also an outdoor pool, spa, pickle ball, tennis, & bocce ball courts. Additionally, there is a dog park, grandchildren's play ground, & stocked ponds for catch and release fishing. This is a gated 55+ community with guard on duty 12 hours/day. Lawn care and landscape beds and common areas are taken care of by the HOA. Also optic fiber 1 gig byte is in the community.
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.
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 2025 Del 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. 
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.
