Something curious is happening in neighborhoods designed for retirees. The same communities that once promised endless golf, low maintenance, and socializing with peers are now experiencing an ...

What makes the 55-plus market one of the most intriguing in the multifamily sector? The reasons abound as do the number of prospective residents. First, the market is large—valued at $565 billion—and ...

About four years ago, Lori Felix’s husband needed a double knee replacement. To accommodate his recovery, they wanted to move before the surgery, preferably to a place without stairs. After some ...

Independent living facilities, also sometimes called retirement communities, active adult communities or 55-plus communities, can be an excellent option for older adults who want certain amenities ...

Baby boomers view these as a viable alternative to traditional independent living options, writes Ted Flagg of JLL Capital Markets. Pop quiz: What has all of the momentum of the white-hot ...

My husband and I sold our Connecticut home in the fall of 2020. At the time, our plan was to rent a cottage in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, while searching for a charming country home. Alas, we moved ...

You’re over 55. Do you want to live in a 55-plus development or a retirement community? Or do you prefer a regular neighborhood with people of all ages? “Look at your own lifestyle needs and ...

Active adult communities are a popular housing option in the metro Atlanta area, with builders catering to buyers age 55 and up who want to live independently but with some perks. Rules vary according ...

Ladera communities feature low-maintenance homes and amenities that serve the unique needs of active adults ages 55-plus. Sean Pokorny / Ladera Ladera will start more than 200 homes in five ...