Are you planning life after retirement or considering moving to a community that caters to people over 55? Choosing between different types of 55+ communities is a big decision. You are beginning a new chapter and want to ensure you select the right community. Every over 55 community offers unique amenities to suit different lifestyles and preferences. Whether you are looking for an active adult community, a senior co-housing community, or a continuing care retirement community, there are several factors to consider before deciding.
What is an Over 55 Community?
An over 55 community, sometimes called an active adult neighborhood, is specially created for individuals aged 55 and older. These communities prioritize comfort and convenience, often offering a range of amenities and proximity to shopping, dining, and local attractions.
Homes in these communities tend to be smaller, with options such as apartments, condos, townhomes, or modular homes. These homes suit those looking to downsize or seeking a lower-maintenance lifestyle while enjoying the benefits of a vibrant, connected community.
Sun Communities offers many active 55+ communities nationwide with affordable manufactured homes, exciting features, and fun activities, from tennis and golf to dining and social events.
What is a Manufactured Home?
Manufactured or modular homes are factory-built residences constructed in warehouses, transported, and affixed to the home site. Modern-day manufactured homes are designed to look and feel like traditional residences. Newly built manufactured homes are less costly to purchase and maintain and are energy efficient-Sun Communities partners with the top manufactured home builders in the country.
Are Manufactured Homes More Affordable than Site-Built Homes?
A manufactured home's average cost is $108,100, while a site-built home's average cost, not including the price of land, is $365,904, according to a 2022 report by the Manufactured Housing Institute. A manufactured home is more affordable because it's built in a controlled environment and assembly line-style factory process. By eliminating weather and other site-built construction problems, trained factory employees can build manufactured homes efficiently.
Types of 55+ Communities
There are three main types of over 55 communities: active adult, senior co-housing, and continuing care communities. Senior co-housing or continuing care communities are designed to provide their residents with assisted living and nursing care.
Active adult communities offer amenities that suit an active homeowner's lifestyle. When choosing an active adult community, consider the location, community rules and regulations, homeowners' association fees, and the available amenities that align with your interests.
Sun Communities are the Right Communities
Our communities are designed for individuals looking to downsize and enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle. These neighborhoods typically offer clubhouses, fitness centers, golf courses, and social activities.
We offer enhanced 55+ living with a selection of professionally designed manufactured homes in prime neighborhoods nationwide. Our vibrant communities inspire an active, social lifestyle. Whether you want a sunny retreat in California or new experiences in Arizona, start your new journey at one of our active 55+ communities. Find out which beautiful neighborhoods perfectly fit your needs and active lifestyle.
Blue Heron Pines
Established on the southwest coast of Florida, Blue Heron Pines is a pleasant community enveloped by nature's magical beauty - sparkling, clear lakes and majestic pines of Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park. Immerse yourself in residence with an 18-hole executive golf course with an aqua driving range, relax by the swimming pool, and stay physically active in a modern fitness center.
Enjoy resort-style amenities, fun activities, and outstanding social experiences in our close-knit community in Florida. Play bocce and horseshoes, hit the greens, swim laps in the pool, or enjoy billiards in the community center.
Coastal Estates
Elevate your lifestyle at Coastal Estates in Hampstead, North Carolina. This manufactured home community welcomes you to the ultimate coastal lifestyle near beaches, outdoor entertainment, and abundant shopping. The Coastal Estates offer premium amenities like our heated pool, modern fitness center, and an inviting clubhouse where you can host your next event.
Our North Carolina gem boasts a fabulous location fifteen miles north of historic Wilmington in the up-and-coming town of Hampstead. Our beautifully landscaped community offers gorgeous and affordable three-bedroom, two-bath homes and fantastic amenities to meet your vibrant and social lifestyle.
Friendly Village of La Habra
Discover the magic of sunny California in the Friendly Village of La Habra. This community is cradled in scenic forested areas and streams. Enjoy easy access to urban amenities and other appeals around the corner. This community offers a golf course, game room, heated pool, library, fitness center, and water aerobics.
Make yourself at home! Scenic forests, ornamental streams, and sunny skies surround our active and inspired 55+ manufactured home community in La Habra. Our Orange County neighborhood offers a range of amenities for active residents and homes designed for every lifestyle.
Mountain View
Nestled in nature's embrace, Mountain View offers scenic landscapes, exclusive modern amenities, and a robust social scene. Breathe in stunning mountain views of the Sonoran Desert, frequent community events, and hiking trails for active adult living.
Located in the Valley of the Sun, Mountain View Estates provides its active 55+ community with a country-club lifestyle. Enjoy living in a manufactured home community offering many resort-style amenities and recreational activities to enhance your lifestyle. Our well-taken-care community's upscale amenities and cohesive team of professionals work relentlessly to provide you with everything you need to live your best life.
Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge is a beautifully maintained 55+ community in the lovely village of Manteno in Chicago's Southland area. Residents enjoy beautiful manufactured homes and excellent amenities for a spirited retirement lifestyle. Step inside our gorgeous clubhouse and relax by the fireplace with friends or neighbors. Stay active and social with activities and events, from game nights to golf outings. Our close-knit, engaging community adds to your quality of life. Welcome to a life full of comfort and enjoyment.
Riverside Club Golf & Marina Community
Riverside Club Golf & Marina Community provides its residents with a unique lifestyle of premium amenities, activities, and social opportunities designed to keep them active. Imagine waking up every day and stepping out of your house onto an 18-hole championship golf course. Or the benefits of docking your boat at our marina with direct access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Riverside Club also offers a resort-like atmosphere with generous amenities. Enjoy clubhouse games and movies in our theater. Order custom clubs from the Golf Pro Shop. Relax by the pool with a book, or enjoy dinner and cocktails at the waterfront restaurant on Hayes Bayou.
Choosing between different types of 55+ communities will depend on your lifestyle preferences, budget, health needs, and social activities you wish to enjoy. Take the time to research and visit several communities, assess your long-term needs, and consult with family and friends before making a decision. Moving to one of Sun's 55+ communities can be an exciting new adventure.
When you are ready to explore the sunny side of life, find a community that is right for you.