I am sure most of you will agree that New Jersey is a great place to be. It is full of life, excitement and fun. The most outstanding factor about New Jersey is its 130 miles of coastline. The beaches in New Jersey are unmatched anywhere. They boast of beautiful barrier islands, fishing villages, bays dotted with majestic lighthouses and breathtaking views. New Jersey offers just about something for everyone, especially for 55+active adults who will have time in their hand to explore nature. New Jersey is the best Active Adult Living to retire to if you wish to enjoy the surf, sand, sun, fun and excitement during your golden years.
Where to Retire?
This shouldn’t even be a question… New Jersey offers you a number of 55+ active adult communities to enjoy the Jersey Shore. Even if they are not a hop, step and a jump away from the beaches of Jersey, you can be sure to get there in a matter of minutes. This should not be your only consideration when retiring to New Jersey. After all, how much of sand, sea and surf can you stand? You should also consider the homes and amenities provided by these communities. We have put together three communities that may suit you, especially if you are interested in enjoying the Jersey shores.
• Heritage Bay, Barnegat –This community is just minutes from Long Beach Island and Atlantic City. Barnegat, located at Exit 67, offers you bay beach swimming, fishing and birding and antique shopping. Heritage Bay is an age-restricted community of 292 single-family homes priced from $175,000 onwards. Homes range from 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1-car garage to 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and 2-car garages. The community features the clubhouse the “Lighthouse” a social and recreational center. You can spend many hours here enjoying the day with your friends when you are not tanning and having fun at the beach.
• Four Seasons at Harbor Bay, Little Egg Harbor
This gated community is located off Exit 58 of the Garden State Parkway and is minutes away from Long Beach Island. This community features 387 2 -3 bedroom, single-family homes prices starting at $275,000. The clubhouse at the community has indoor and outdoor pool facilities, a sauna, sports and billiards room, fitness center, aerobics room and more. There is fishing, ample number of walking trails and a putting green in the community as well.
• GreenbriarOceanaire 55+ Golf & Country Club, Waretown
Waretown is located at Exit 69 and is minutes away from Long Beach Island. You know what this means…Loads of fishing, sunbathing, shopping and restaurants. This is a luxury, golf course, gated community with the largest clubhouse in New Jersey. This features an indoor swimming pool, spa, fitness center, arts and crafts room, restaurant and banquet hall etc. There are 1500 single-family homes in this community starting at $250,000. There are 6 model homes available with 9 foot ceilings, large kitchens and dining areas, elegant master suites and baths and upgraded appliances and automatic garage door openers. Every day is a holiday in this community.
We know it is not easy making the decision of moving and finding the right Active Adult Living to retire to. However, if you are into coastal living, you should definitely take a look at these three 55+ active adult communities. With communities like this, the sea and other attractions, you can bet New Jersey is the ideal place for retirement. More coastal living 55+ communities can be found by visiting ActiveAdultLiving.com®.
