Southern California retirement communities starts with the mid-coast..San Luis Obispo--the midway point on the Coast between Silicon Valley and Los Angeles -- there's no line that says Southern California starts here, but you can feel it in the air and climate, see it in the year-round flowering terrain, and sense it in the laid-back, chic dress..from LA to Palm Springs..to San Diego..a very motivating area for good nutrition and exercise practices with abundant farmer's markets open every day and mountains and oceans nearby.
"Retirement: After a lifetime of distraction,I finally descend into myself..
I wonder what I will discover there. It is as seeing through a crystal clear lake and studying the bottom with fear and joy."
Southern California Mountain Lake - Crystal Clear
Central Coast of California
Trilogy Central Coast - at Nipomo Retirement Community - By Shea Homes. Near coastal beaches - Adelina's Bistro features local organic produce. Sandalwood spa.
Trilogy by Shea Homes Active Adult Communities
Los Angeles area - Orange County Retirement Communities
..LA itself has too much traffic for many seniors but if you retire here, the climate cannot be beat.
NewTeramachi Los Angeles - In Little Tokyo area in downtown Los Angeles - 3rd and San Pedro Streets - New luxury condominiums for 55+ - Start mid $300,000 - Teramachi Homes
Castle Hill Retirement Village - "Nestled in green and golden hills above Thousand Oaks,suburb of Los Angeles." Month-to-month rentals.
Castle Hill Retirement Community
Trilogy at Glen Ivy - Retirement Community by Shea Homes - Glen Ivy is just outside of Los Angeles area. Price-$$-$$$ - Single family 2 Bedroom/2 bath homes. Adjacent to this community is the internationally-known spa, Glen Ivy Hot Springs, offering wellness and beauty treatments. Also, Ted Robinson-designed golf course.Trilogy at Glen Ivy by Shea Homes
For a description of best places to retire in California, please go to
California Retirement Communities
San Bernardino Retirement Communities-Riverside County
Rancho Diamante by Del Webb - amidst scenic rolling landscape of Hemet. Information call 951-926-8259.
Del Webb Active Adult Communities
Hemet and Beaumont are near Palm Springs in Riverside County but a much more affordable area. You can also find many senior mobile home parks in this area.
Four Seasons at Hemet Retirement Community - by K. Hovnanian - Price-$$ - Desert community fairly close to Palm Springs. - Excellent medical facilities nearby. Affordable area.
Four Seasons at Beaumont - by K. Hovnanian - Price - $-$$ - Gated master planned community in same area as Hemet - 2 bedroom/2 bath single homes Four Seasons at Beaumont
Southern California Retirement Communities in Palm Springs area
Retirement Communities - Palm Springs Area - There is nightlife, serene mountain beauty, very casual, not much traffic, and plenty of soothing massage. It does have a drawback--the hot summers of the desert. You must have air conditioning or spend your summers elsewhere.
Trilogy at La Quinta - By Shea Homes - Resort-style - Enjoy newer amenities as an aromatherapy hot stone massage available at their Coral Spa. Gorgeous outdoor fireplace. For a personal tour when you visit, call 1-888-233-0869.
Trilogy by Shea Homes
Four Seasons at Palm Springs - By K. Hovnanian. Price-$$ - Award-winning gated community of single-level spacious homes featuring The Lodge, luxury recreational center; also pool and spa, Bistro, computer center, arts and crafts room and more.Four Seasons at Palm Springs by K Hovnanian
Del Webb's Sun City at San Miguel
Del Webb's Shadow Hills - at Indio - Palm Springs resorts area with golf, pools, Fitness Center.
Del Webb's Palm Desert
The Del Webb Website
Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce
And more Southern California Retirement Communities
San Diego area Retirement Communities
..Perfect climate, ocean amenities, nightlife make it one of the best place to retire in the U.S.
If you believe in exercising to stay fit in your senior years, this may be your best place because the climate allows you to exercise outside all year. High percentage of the population is over 55 so there are hundreds of senior resources and senior centers. If you are considering San Diego, try visiting first and checking in with a local Realtor.
San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau
I refer you to the following website that gives some excellent information on properties that do not have websites.
For outstanding photos and descriptions of over 55 communities:
Go to www.seniorsandiego.com
Oceanside near Carlsbad
Ocean Hills Country Club Large 55+ community 30 miles from San Diego and 4 miles from the ocean. Ocean Hills Country Club Review by Seniors San Diego
More Southern California Retirement Communities In San Diego Area
In Pacifica
Costa Serena/Peacock Hills/Rancho Hermosa Three similar communities - see detailed review by Seniors San Diego Review by Seniors San Diego
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Villa Trieste Duplexes and condos in 55+ community built in 1990's 2 1/2 miles from the ocean. Hard to find resales. Villa Trieste Review by Seniors San Diego
Oceana - In city of Oceanside, North San Diego County. Ten minutes to ocean. Clubhouse, activities, 2 pools, near perfect climate, and ocean breezes. Adjacent golf course.
Oceana Seniors
Any prices or information quoted for Southern California Retirement Communities are subject to your own personal verification as information can change without notice.
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