Top 10 55+ House Communities

If you answered yes then you may want to consider making the move to buy a 55+ house in an active living retirement community. You can step into a resort style community that caters to the season of life that you have earned.

When looking for a retirement community for your healthy retirement years you have two options. You can find a retirement community that is age restricted and only has residence that are 55 and older. Usually these types of communities are not abundant so your options will be limited.

The other option is to buy a house that is in a community that isn’t officially age restricted but offers amenities that you’re looking for. These types of neighborhoods will have all aged residence. However, they will have almost all of the features of a retirement community as well. Here is a short list of the most popular amenities that retirees want.

Most Popular Amenities

Events

A huge desire people have is friendship. What better way to forge new friendships then to have a good amount of events to go to right in your own community? This is especially important if you’re relocating. This is often the case for people who have recently retired.

Suddenly you have the ability to move anywhere in the country. You chose a city that has the weather you like and the culture you like. Moving into a community that has a good variety of events for each month provides an excellent way to meet new people and make new friends. Otherwise, meeting people without going to a job can be very difficult.

Outdoor Amenities

These vary depending on the location. In Tennessee the outdoor amenities typically include a clubhouse with a pool and spa. Tennis courts are common. Walking and biking trails are popular. There may be a lake for fishing. The community will most likely be close to a river for kayaking.

Tennessee has a short winter season. It lasts from November through February. The winter season always has days of the week that are warm enough for outside fun. The warm weather temperatures usually range from the mid 40’s all the way up to 70 degrees. If you’re someone who doesn’t like winter Tennessee offers a very mild winter in comparison to many of the east coast, mid and northern parts of the United States.

Top 10 55+ House Retirement Communities Near Nashville

Lake Providence – Mt. Juliet, TN

Sidewalk trails galore, lake fishing and boating, fitness center, game and library room, events, conferences, activities, pool, tennis all along with charming styled well kept homes. Sound like paradise? If so, you will love to check out a resort style 55+ house community in Mount Juliet – Lake Providence.

Del Webb

Developed by national home builder Del Webb, Lake Providence features a resort-like atmosphere. It offers much more than just attractive living spaces. This active adult community is filled with fun amenities. These include a 24,000 square foot clubhouse, a beautifully landscaped fully stocked 15-acre fishing lake, an aquatic center, exercise facility and an outdoor swimming pool. In addition there is a sports complex with tennis courts, bocce ball courts, and pickle ball.

Mt Juliet, TN

Located in Mt. Juliet, TN, Lake Providence is only about 30 minutes away from Nashville and is probably one of the most sought after 55+ house communities in the Nashville area. The neighborhood, which is gated, is comprised of 1,029 homes that surround the lake. Home prices in Lake Providence range from the mid $200K’s – the high $400K’s.

The Cottages

Another section in Providence is called The Cottages and is a 55+ community for active adults. The neighborhood has 116 homes and offers a quiet lifestyle that includes excellent walking trails throughout the community. These one-story duplexes range from 1,358 – 1960 square feet. This serene 55+ community is conveniently located just minutes away from Providence Marketplace, which offers plenty of restaurants and shopping.

The Cloister at St. Henry

This active 55+ community is perfectly located just outside the prestigious area of Belle Meade in Nashville. The neighborhood consists of 240 single-level duplex homes and condos that range anywhere from 1250-2100 square feet. Homes prices start in the high $200k’s and top out in the low 400K’s. The Cloister at St Henry offers excellent amenities such as a library, catering kitchen, dance area, heated pool, walking trail and neighborhood chapel. If you’re looking to be close to downtown Nashville, this is your best option for 55 plus communities as far as drive times are concerned.

Reid Hill Commons

Reid Hill Commons is an active retirement community in the beautiful city of Franklin TN. Just 30 minutes south of Nashville, this neighborhood is made up of 101 cottage style homes that range from 1500 – 1976 square feet. Most of the units in this community are duplexes, but you can still find a few single family homes scattered throughout the development. Homes here are typically priced in the high $200K’s – mid $300k’s. Also, the fact that you’re just a few minutes from the Franklin Square makes it easy to get out and enjoy great shopping or restaurants.

Southern Springs by Del Webb

Southern Springs is the newest active adult retirement community in Nashville, which first opened in 2017. The neighborhood is located in Spring Hill, which is about a 45 minute drive to downtown Nashville. Encompassing 309 acres, Southern Springs has a total of 600 single-family homes with individual lots.

Morningside

Built by Haury & Smith, this 55 plus community is conveniently located in popular Franklin, TN and just minutes from the shops at Cool Springs. the cottages are 3 bed, 2 bath and priced in the $400K’s. Amenities include swim and tennis as well as a community clubhouse. Additionally, if you’re looking for quiet living with superior convenience, then this is a great option.

Lenox Place

Lenox Place, located in Gallatin TN, is a 55+ community made up of 250 homes that range from 1,220 -1,490 square feet. The price range for these homes is in the high $100K’s – mid $200K’s. Built by award winning Goodall Homes, this active adult neighborhood offers amenities like a clubhouse with fitness room, swimming pool, walking trails and outdoor areas for gathering and bocce ball. Just 30 minutes from Nashville, the development offers a perfect blend of quiet living, activities and location.

The Heritage at Brentwood

A beautiful 48 acre campus features a market, grand hall, clubhouse, day spa, woodworking shop, steeplechase lounge and a dining and lounge area for residents to enjoy and make connections. The homes in the community include villas and apartment residences. The neighborhoods include winding streets, walking paths and picturesque views of the wooded hills.

55 Plus  Friendly Non-Age Restricted Communities

Water’s Edge – Franklin, TN

Although the Water’s Edge subdivision in Franklin isn’t age restricted, about one-third of its 377 homes are specifically designed for 55 and over home buyers. A quiet community that provide ample living space, a convenient location, and homes that are sure to retain their value, you can’t go wrong with a home here in Water’s Edge.

Stephens Valley

Although construction is still underway in Stephens Valley, it won’t be long before this is one of the top destinations for retirees moving to Nashville. In all Stephens Valley will include up to 1,400 custom built homes, as well as a commercial section to the neighborhood that will include restaurants, shopping, office space, and even a boutique hotel with between 85 and 100 rooms.

For now, developers are planning to build around 50 to 75 homes a year, with the entire build-out lasting around 20 years. Construction for the community infrastructure and utilities is expected to begin later this summer and homes will likely start somewhere in the low $400s.

Sylvan Park

Southwest of downtown Nashville lies the quaint and quiet neighborhood of Sylvan Park, a largely residential area brimming with locally-owned restaurants, bars and shops that have stood the test of time. Many of these are within walking distance of Sylvan Park residence. This is not an age restricted community but has a large number of owners being of retirement age.

Additional fitness options include the newly build The newly-built McCabe Park Community Center, which offers patrons of all ages a modern and friendly place to exercise or spend leisure time, in a beautiful park setting; it also offers a variety of fitness classes and a full-service fitness center.

One of the parks in this neighborhood, Richland Park, includes a library, farmers market and almost 4 miles of paved greenway.

The neighborhood’s main thoroughfare is Murphy Road that ends at McCabe Park where locals and visitors alike enjoy McCabe Golf Course and the surrounding Richland Creek Greenway. The Nations and West End neighborhoods flank either side of Sylvan Park.

Continuing Care Community

The Heritage at Brentwood is less of a 55+ active resort style community and more of a continuing care community with residence from all over the country. The buy in is not a real estate purchase but a lifecare plan contract of services. Essentially the buyer is purchasing a contract instead of real estate. If you are looking for premium care and services this is the place for you. Keep in mind this is not a real estate investment that you can pass down to your children. If you are the “child” seeking the best care and lifestyle community for your aging parent that needs assistance this is the place you want.

The entry fee buy in ranges from $300k-$900K and the minimum age requirement is 62. The average resident is in upper their mid to upper 70’s
Residence come from all over the country.

Similar service purchase retirement communities include;

Canterfield of Franklin
7015 Moores Lane, Brentwood, TN 37027
615-922-4521
Website: http://www.canterfieldoffranklin.com/

Deer Lake Retirement Community
368 Deer Lake Dr, Nashville, TN 37221
Phone: (615) 646-3882

Additional communities that are not exclusively 55 plus but do provide good property options for those that are retiring include;

River Plantation

The River Plantation sub-division is located in Bellevue. This location offers value home purchase pricing and close proximity to all sorts of shopping options. Many of the River Plantation homes are town homes and include HOA that takes care of lawn maintenance. This is a good option if you are downsizing but don’t want to enter an exclusive 55+ community.

55+ Active Living Experience

Our team has a deep and rich history of helping some of the best active retirement communities in the county. If you are moving in from out of state we can take you on a tour of what 55 house options are available. Our tours can be conducted remotely or in person. We will help you find the perfect 55+ house that fits your needs and lifestyle.

Schedule your trip along with some of the many events that happen downtown. You will be sure to have fun and find out of Nashville is the place for you to retire.