Affordable Retirement Communities St Johns County FL

By Larry Moore


Florida has long been known as a winter escape for retirees. Often labeled as snowbirds, older adults have long been commuting to, and living in the state during harsh winter months. Now, a number of couples and individuals are looking for Retirement Communities St Johns County FL which can provide options for part-time and year round residences.

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.

When looking to purchase a home in the area, most are shocked at the low prices available in the area. For, most often a home that would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in other areas can be found for between $50 and $150,000 thousand dollars in St. Johns county. Whether a lakefront, ocean or river view, these truly are some of the most affordable home options for seniors in the United States.

In addition, these communities tend to offer area restaurants, on-site food services, business centers, learning centers, interest groups, arts and crafts, pools, spas, fitness centers along with a number of pre-planned indoor and outdoor group activities. Whereas, most are conveniently located to public services, grocery stores and shopping centers. As such, seniors can often walk to and from a variety of locations once driving is no longer an option.

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.

One of the most popular, featuring new and pre-owned manufactured housing is that of Premier Communities located on the St. John's River. For, the community offers river front villas. Located in Satsuma, Florida, it is one of the most scenic and reasonably priced with homes ranging from just under $50,000 to the mid-130s. Unlike many other communities which have pet restrictions, pets are not only allowed but welcomed in this community which also offers amazing amenities including a dog park and a number of different activities and programs for residents.

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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