As the baby boomers begin to retire, retirement communities are becoming increasingly popular. Most of these communities offer luxury villas, golf courses, recreation and the lifestyle of your dreams. So what are some of the best retirement locations?
Top Searched Retirement Communities on AOL Search:
1. The Villages -- FL
2. The Peninsula -- AL
3. Hyde Park -- FL
4. Iron Horse -- FL
5. Bear Creek -- FL
6. Sun City Grand -- AZ
7. Seabrook -- NJ
8. St. James Plantation -- NC
9. SummerGlen -- FL
10. Rio Verde -- AZ
Different from retirement homes, communities are specially designed for people who no longer work, but are not necessary needy of constant medical attention. The retirement communities provide extensive amenities to fill your days with 24-hour fitness centers, golf, swimming, pilates, arts and crafts, or anything else you desire. Many are built in warm climates and around big cities with lots to do, like Phoenix retirement communities.
Not surprisingly, Florida retirement communities are the most popular. Some of the top searched communities in Florida include The Villages, Hyde Park, and Iron Horse. Arizona is the second most popular state to retire to with spectacular communities such as Sun City Grand and Rio Verde. The spa at the Sun City Grand (No. 6) is so luxurious that even non-residents come to relax for the day.
If you are aiming to retire in one of these wonderful communities, it would be wise to visit a retirement planner to make sure you are building your retirement savings wisely. While we all can't retire wealthy, we can still retire smart.
Do you know of any great retirement communities that did not make our list? If so, please tell us about them. Are you looking for a place to retire? Try searching for retirement communities on AOL Search or check out AOL Real Estate.
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By Sandra on Jul 10th 2009 at 8:19PM
Will eventually be lookin for a retirement community in Southern California (in or near Los Angeles)...Be glad to hear of names of well-referenced ones. Thanks.
By SUSAN McINTOSH on Jul 11th 2009 at 8:12PM
Another great place to retire is Hot Springs, AR. It is beautiful with lakes, mountains, golfing, and at a very affordable price. I have lived here twice. Had to come back.
By jerry chambliss on Jul 14th 2009 at 4:41PM
We live in a gorgeous community in Tucson, Az. called SaddleBrooke. Beautiful mountains to look at, green golfcourses, great activities, and very friendly people. If you don't like SaddleBrooke you won't like heaven!
By Lou on Jul 15th 2009 at 8:34AM
Re retirement facilities = check Oak Hammock in Gainesville five start at least..
Also check Glenmoor in St Augustine at Golf Hall of Fame Village
By ajsanders on Jul 17th 2009 at 5:27PM
I just wanted to say that you asked for comments only relevant to this blog and then posted advertisements as the first two. Not appreciated. Brittney, I am a 64 year old from Indiana and have already passed the opportunity to save; so now I would appreciate knowing retirement communities that are possibly closer to family, within the price range of the average baby boomer income and not necessarily "only in your dreams". Maybe such a thing doesn't exist. Thank you for any information you might have.
By Pat on Jul 18th 2009 at 2:01PM
If you are looking for a great retirement town, Palm Springs, CA is fantastic. With 350 days of sun a year, it is the sunniest city in the US.
We are from Chicago and have lived in Palm Springs for 15 years. I would never live anywhere else.
By Mary Clare on Jul 18th 2009 at 9:01PM
i live on s.s.d. and thats not a lot money so if anyone out there that is female not older than 62 that would like to go halve on a retirement community let me know and we can talk about it
By curtis landis on Jul 19th 2009 at 12:20PM
High Vista Estates is a fantastic retirement community in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains in Asheville, North Carolina. Golf and enjoy the fantastic views while enjoying the quiet splendor of the mountains.
By Pat on Jul 20th 2009 at 10:59AM
I grew up in Hot Springs,Ar and it was and is the retirement community of arkansas and the south. It is designed for seniors as well as folks with kids. Lots of lakes and golf courses and it is a most affordable place to live. When i am ready I plan to go back and stay put. It is also a national park and if you like horse racing then there is oaklawn park. I wish I had never left but when you are young the grass is always greener.
By carol on Jul 20th 2009 at 8:46PM