5 55+ Communities in Delaware
Coastal Delaware retirement communities offer a stress-free lifestyle, low taxes, and scenic views. Plus, quaint towns keep residents entertained with their award-winning restaurants and a variety of local festivals.
The homes for sale at this over 55 Delaware community revolve around a luxurious clubhouse with a gym, library, and art & crafts room. Outside, the community offers walking trails and a swimming pool with bocce ball and pickleball courts.
Heritage Shores
With a 28,000-square-foot clubhouse as the hub of community life, Heritage Shores offers a lifestyle that’s as active or as laid back as you want it to be. A full calendar of amenities, activities and social opportunities ensures there’s always something to do.
Residents can tee up for a round on the Arthur Hills-designed championship golf course, where water views complement five tee options that provide a fun challenge for players of all abilities. Or, they can stay in shape at the state-of-the-art Fitness & Aquatic Center.
Those who prefer to dine out will appreciate the presence of three impressive restaurants. Passwaters Restaurant serves up casual elegance that blends traditional American cuisine with culinary flavors from around the world, while 1730 Tavern is a great spot to kick back and enjoy your favorite drink while watching sports. Heritage Shores also offers a wide range of clubs and classes for nearly every interest. The community’s full-time Lifestyle Director is available to help you make the most of your time at the community.
Independence
Independence, a Schell Brothers community in Millsboro, is an intimate 55+community that has 455 single-family energy efficient homes on 330 acres. The community offers an array of amenities and is minutes away from the beautiful inland bays and Atlantic Ocean beaches in Delaware’s Coastal Region. The neighborhood also has a world-class lineup of activities and is close to shopping outlets and malls.
The award-winning clubhouse features a ballroom, bar and lounge plus an indoor and outdoor pool. Year-round events and interest groups appeal to a wide variety of interests, such as yoga, Tai Chi, water aerobics, poker and game nights, art club, walking club and movie night.
The community is less than an hour from historic Dover and two hours from Baltimore and Philadelphia. Residents can enjoy a day at the tax-free outlets or a stroll down the beach. In addition, the area has several scenic State parks and golf courses. Homeowners in the community have access to top-rated medical and educational institutions.
The Point
Steeped in history and peppered with dune-backed beaches, Delaware is often overlooked as one of the best places to retire in the country. Bordering Maryland, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the state boasts a variety of 55+ communities with easy access to metropolitan areas like Philadelphia and Baltimore.
With low taxes that stretch your 401(k) and IRA far more than in many other states, Delaware’s retirement and active-adult communities continue to draw thousands of new residents every year. With water as far as the eye can see, scenic beaches and a variety of clubs for everything from cards to golf, there’s something for everyone.
Whether you prefer to settle in the beach community of Rehoboth Beach, enjoy the quiet of Bethany Beach (a.k.a “the Quiet Resorts”), or want to be close to the action in Milton or Millsboro, Delaware’s towns have plenty to keep you entertained. Award-winning restaurants, quaint shops and local festivals are just the start.
Cedar Bay
If you are looking for an active adult community near the Delaware beaches, look no further than Bay Forest. This resort-style retirement community offers a pool, pickleball courts, a clubhouse pub and an on-site crab shack. Plus, it’s just three miles from the ocean and provides a shuttle service to get you there.
This tight-knit community of 72 condos is located in Ocean View, just a few miles west of Bethany Beach. The community’s central hub is the clubhouse, which includes an exercise room and an outdoor swimming pool. There are also a number of clubs for hobbies like walking, golf and Mexican Dominoes.
Constructed between 2005 and 2006, Cedar Bay is perfect for active adults seeking a carefree lifestyle in Delaware’s quiet resort town. A short drive from Route 1 takes you to several of the state’s best beaches, and you’re close to a large selection of outlet shopping. Plus, homeowners association fees cover lawn maintenance and building and amenity upkeep.