Discovering Retirement Communities St Johns County FL

By Larry Moore


Long known for warm winter temperatures, lake, ocean and river front homes, Florida has always been a destination for seniors. Whether looking to reside in the area during the harsh winter months of Northeastern, Mid-Western and Northwestern areas, or looking for a full-time residence, Retirement Communities St Johns County FL has a lot to offer adults 55+.

Unlike many other areas of the United States where senior living is often restricted to independent, assisted or semi-assisted apartments, these communities focus on independent living and home ownership. Whether looking to reside in an apartment, condo or private home on a luxurious golf resort, a manufactured home, mobile home or in a RV park, the area offers something for most everyone.

For those looking to purchase a home in the area, costs are much lower than in other areas. Take for example, the popular Coquina Crossing in nearby Elkton where homes range from just under $99,000 to the mid-150s. The location is a lakefront community which features 300 acres with plans to develop over 600 homes for active seniors.

While a lakefront property, the community also offers a senior center learning and business center, a number of area restaurants as well as a food service, interest groups, arts and crafts, planned activities, pools, spas, a fitness center along with indoor and outdoor activities including nearby attractions, scenic views, RV Storage, boating fishing and a gated entry for extra security.

Coastal options are often less expensive and feature mobile home parks for 55+ adults, allow small pets and feature a variety of amenities and attractions ranging from golf courses to on-site community centers and nearby restaurants. Most often, these properties are also conveniently located near public libraries, grocery stores and shopping centers allowing residents to walk to and from a variety of area locations.

When it comes to river views, there are several senior properties and housing options which overlook the popular St. Johns river. Offering a variety of housing types from river front villas to pre-owned and new manufactured housing, it is one of the most popular options with seniors. For, prices range from $50,000 to the mid-130s, something unheard of in many other areas.

Individuals 55 and over whom still love to travel may want to consider a 55+ RV resort. Whether looking for short or long-term stays, these resorts are often some of the most affordable when it comes to senior living. In addition, unlike senior mobile home parks which charge a lot rent and utilities which often have annual rent increases on an annual basis, RV parks are much less likely to do so. RV parks focused on seniors 55+ also tend to offer all-inclusive options for longer stays and generally feature free cable, wireless internet connections or satellite.

Whether a homeowner, renter in a retirement community or living in a RV park, most offer a number of amenities and activities. Most often, RV parks offer RV storage while it can often be difficult to find parking for such large vehicles when a homeowner. Whereas, most all offer community centers, indoor and outdoor activities, pools and spas.




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