Over 55 communities in Texas continue to be a strong choice for retirement due to low cost of living and mild climate. I would add to that availability of retirement communities, job opportunities in city areas, and more reasonable home prices.
The most popular areas for retirees are the Texas Hill Country and Georgetown.
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LOCATION: Round Rock
FEATURE: Homes and resort amenities made for your new lifestyle
CONTACT: 4900 Fiore Trail, Round Rock - 512-845-7350 - Open Daily
Very convenient to downtown Austin with work centers, medical, educational and more. 2 and 3-bedroom medium to large single-story Taylor Morrison homes. Planned amenities include pool, hot tub, fire pit, tennis, clubhouse, lifestyle director, and more. Medium to large homes from mid-$200's.
LOCATION: Georgetown
FEATURE: Del Webb amenities
CONTACT: 1501 Sun City Blvd., Georgetown - 877-627-9700
DISTANCING FEATURES: This community has 3 golf courses, 2 fitness centers, outdoor sports fields, and large pool. There are 5 large floor plans. The Martin Ray has a huge pantry for food storage.
From low $200's. About 45 minutes to Austin. Gateway to Texas Hill Country. Miles of scenic hiking, Village center, golf, fishable lake, indoor/outdoor pools and recreation. Three golf courses.
LOCATION: Lakeway
FEATURE: Tuscan-style homes; Yacht Club and Marina
CONTACT: 111 Medici Ave., Lakeway, TX - 512-327-1200
Award-winning 55+ community In Lakeway features Tuscan-style homes, Yacht Club and Marina. In Texas Hill Country 25 minutes to downtown Austin. 200+ townhomes and villas start in low $300's to $600's - With upscale finishes and many customized options. A resort lifestyle with clubhouse and concierge. Membership in Yacht Club and Marina. Lakeway Sailing Academy is nearby. Condos now selling.
LOCATION: Horseshoe Bay
FEATURE: Nearby Horseshoe Bay Resort; Resort styled
CONTACT: 819 Summit Rock Blvd., Horseshoe Bay - 830-693-0424
Another Legend Communities Tuscan Village retirement community. This one near Lake LBJ and HB Resort. Prices start in $300's. Just 300+ Townhomes, villas and golf estates. Now accepting reservations.
Also see our article about the Texas Hill Country
Go to Georgetown City Website for more information.
LOCATION: Houston
FEATURE: Luxury condos by Beazer Homes
CONTACT: 6804 Westview Dr., Houston - 281-214-0450
55+ community - new location northwest of Houston - information coming soon on this new condo community. Low $400's.
LOCATION: Katy
FEATURE: In master community Tamarron
CONTACT: Open Daily. 29031 Karloo Walk Court, Katy - 864-908-5660 (Terri, Sales)
By DR Horton - Gated enclave of only 109 spacious single homes to be built in the master community of Tamarron - From upper $200's - resort amenities will include Lifestyle Director. Some lake view lots.
LOCATION: Conroe
FEATURE: Master Community; large homes value-priced
CONTACT: 14002 Autumn Creek Ct., Conroe - 832-479-8114
Open Daily
Single homes start $200's. Rec Center, pool and more. Access to The Woodlands (verify). Gated section for adults. By Freedom Homes.
LOCATION: Conroe
FEATURE: In master community on Lake Conroe
CONTACT: 8302 Hibiscus Court, Conroe - 936-756-5770 - Open Daily
By Freedom Homes - Country ambience - Large 2-bedroom homes start $270's. In master community of Water Crest on Lake Conroe. Amenities include pools, recreation, clubhouse and more.
LOCATION: The Woodlands
FEATURE: Resort lifestyle
CONTACT: FM1488 and Old Conroe Rd., The Woodlands - 866-210-6878
North of Houston - Spacious homes from $200's-$400's. Plans from 1700SF. Models now open.
LOCATION: Richmond
FEATURE: Small to large square footage homes
CONTACT: 3031 Persimmon Grove, Richmond - 866-232-6072
Price: $-$$ smaller square footage 2-bedroom homes in garden collection from $190's - 29 miles southwest of Houston - Brazos Town Center across street - 3 collections: Garden, Classic, and Estate - Amenities and golf. Overnight stay available.
LOCATION: Richmond
FEATURE: Spacious patio homes
CONTACT: 8006 Bellaria Lake Lane - 888-671-8175 - Open Daily
By Lennar - Spacious patio homes from $200's-$300's.
LOCATION: Porter
FEATURE: Spacious Patio homes
CONTACT: 5165 Andorra Bend Lane - 888-671-8175 - Open Daily
By Lennar. Priced from $200's-$300's. Many features you would find in large single homes such as separate tub and shower, island kitchens, game room, and more.
LOCATION: The Woodlands
FEATURE: Award-winning Master planned community
CONTACT: Town Center: 2000 Woodlands Parkway
Development Company: 281-719-6300; Open: Every day
North of Houston - Many types of villages in this master planned community began in the 70's--Apartments, assisted living, over 55 and village-styled communities for golf, lake, gated and woodland.
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LOCATION: Montgomery
FEATURE: Award-winning Large community
CONTACT: 102 Beautyberry Court - 281-670-1007 - Open Daily
Montgomery - Live life in a forest in the Houston area. Planned 700 homes around Woodforest Golf Club. Resort-style with future clubhouse, Lifestyle Director and lagoon pool.
Start $230's. By Taylor Morrison. (Woodforest is a top master community.)
LOCATION: Fulshear
FEATURE: In award-winning master community
CONTACT: 5403 Golden Manor Dr. -
By Taylor Morrison - this is the 2nd Bonterra Community in the Houston area. Gated community on 268 acres offering same amenities as the Woodforest community (verify). Planned 700 single homes in this popular master community. Starting low-$200's.
LOCATION: Houston
FEATURE: Care community
CONTACT: 14703 Eagle Vista Drive, Houston - 800-917-1060
By Erickson for 62+ - Care community in West Houston. Deposit and monthly fee required (check financials when there is a deposit--% of deposits are not refundable until someone replaces it-verify.) Independent apartment homes with care available if needed. Tour the Audubon Clubhouse. Pool, activities, fitness, 2 restaurants.
Sold out in Houston area
The Northern part of San Antonio features medical centers and universities. There are biking and hiking trails in its parks and in The Hill Country. This is one of the most popular areas for retirement in Texas. The "Y" is active here. Nutrition-conscious menus in its restaurants are common. Thousands of students and academics live in the area.
LOCATION: San Antonio
FEATURE: In Valley Ranch master community by Freedom Homes
CONTACT: 9203 Sundrop Valley, San Antonio - 210-853-2113 - Open Daily
Medium to large 2-bedroom homes from $230's. Focus on active adults. Resort amenities.
LOCATION: San Antonio
FEATURE: Del Webb amenities
CONTACT: 12801 Thornbrooke, San Antonio - 210-741-9720
Price: $-$$$ (starts high $100's) - Premier gated active adult community in San Antonio - Entry features cascading waterfalls for a private resort feeling. Drive down Del Webb Blvd. to experience water fountains, paths and beautiful 2-3 BR ranch homes. Area features beautiful hill country views and lots of wildlife. 28,000 SF Amenity Center - Projected homes: 2000
LOCATION: San Antonio
FEATURE: Gated golf community
CONTACT: 8 Dominion Dr., San Antonio
Within golf membership community - gated, concierge, clubhouse, housekeeping, fitness, heated pool and more. Independent and assisted living. 210-887-5500
LOCATION: San Antonio
FEATURE: Independent living
CONTACT: 20550 Huebner Rd., San Antonio - 210-615-4000
At Stone Oak San Antonio - age 62+ concierge, walk paths, hobby studios. Independent retirement community with services and resort-styled. Deposit required.
New Braunfels Between San Antonio and Austin:
Newest 55+ Communities in Texas Chart
NAME | Location/Starting Price | Link |
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1. Water Crest on Lake Conroe | Conroe/$260's | See Houston |
2. Orchards at Valley Ranch | San Antonio/$200's | See San Antonio |
3. Del Webb at the Woodlands | The Woodlands/$200's | See More |
4. Tuscan Village Horseshoe Bay | Horseshoe Bay/$300's | See More |
5. Gatherings at Westview | Houston/$400's | See More |
6. Foster's Ridge | Conroe/200's | See More |
#1: Sun City Texas in Georgetown
#2: Hill Country Retreat in San Antonio
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requirement in Texas
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Separate Pages for Texas 55+
New Feature: New 55+ communities with amenities for distancing:
Sun City Texas in Georgetown (Austin)