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Southeast United States Retirement Communities

Maybe it’s the weather, the Southern charm, the tax breaks for seniors, or all of the above, but people love retiring in the Southern United States. Unsurprisingly, Southeast U.S. retirement communities rank among some of the best in the country.


Our Senior Retirement Communities in and Around Wilmington

  • Edgewater at Boca Pointe

    23315 Blue Water Cir, Boca Raton, FL 33433

    Located in Boca Raton, Edgewater at Boca Pointe offers resort-like amenities, fishing lakes, swimming pools, and so much more.

  • St. Andrews Estates

    6045 Verde Trail S, Boca Raton, FL 33433

    A Boca Raton community resort for older adults with lots of amenities, plus easy access to the beach. Not to mention all the shopping and culture that Boca Raton has to offer.

  • Indian River Estates

    2250 Indian Creek Blvd W, Vero Beach, FL 32966

    This 100-acre gated retirement community in Vero Beach is 10 miles from the beach and offers its own lakes, gardens, and outdoor recreational areas.

  • Magnolia Trace

    1 Clubhouse Avenue Southwest, Huntsville, AL 35802

    Our beautiful retirement community in Huntsville, AL – named one of Money Magazine’s Best Places to Retire! Learn more about this quaint community.

  • Azalea Trace

    10100 Hillview Dr, Pensacola, FL 32514

    Our Pensacola retirement campus features 120-acres of amenities, and easy access to the Gulf Coast.

  • Westminster Village

    500 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort, AL 36527

    Westminster Village offers all the amenities you’d expect from a top-class community, plus the friendly, Southern charm of Alabama.

  • Lanier Village Estates

    4000 Village View Dr, Gainesville, GA 30506

    Lanier Village Estates offers all the amenities you’d expect from a top-class community, plus the friendly, Southern charm of Northern Georgia.

  • Matthews Glen

    733 Pavilion View Dr, Matthews, NC 28105

    This pet-friendly community in Matthews, NC is just a short distance from Charlotte, and offers plenty of on-campus benefits and amenities. 

  • Tryon Estates

    617 Laurel Lake Dr, Columbus, NC 28722

    Tryon Estates is a 215-acre senior retirement campus nestled in the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

  • Park Pointe Village

    3025 Chesbrough Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 29732

    Park Pointe Village in Rock Hill, SC is a retirement community like no other! Come visit our beautiful campus and you’ll see why.


Benefits of Retiring in the Southern United States

In addition to all the amenities available at our Southeast U.S. retirement communities, some of the other benefits of retiring to this area include:

Get Peace of Mind in the Southeast United States 

Among the many benefits of living in one of Acts’ Southeast U.S. retirement communities is that you get health care at a cost that won’t escalate based solely on whether your needs increase. See the video below to learn more.

Points of Interest and Local Landmarks for Seniors in the Southern United States

Use our interactive map below to find out more about amenities in the Southeast United States. And see the locations of our Southern U.S. retirement communities.

Highlights

  • Great Weather: While weather can differ greatly from South Florida to the Carolinas, generally speaking the winters in the southeast are much more mild than in the northeast.

  • Beaches & Major Cities: Whether you like small town charm, relaxing beaches, or the hustle and bustle of the big city, the American south has something for every retiree.

  • Everyone Will Want to Visit: Because of the great weather, beautiful sights, and all the activities, expect a lot of company!

Benefits of Retiring in Southeast United States

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    Tax Friendly: Although it differs from state to state, generally all states in the southeast are tax-friendly towards retirees.

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    Lower Cost of Living: The south also generally has a lower cost of living than the northeast United States.

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    Active Lifestyle: Wilmington is a very walkable city, making it great for active seniors.

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    Great for History Buffs: There’s plenty of rich history throughout the southeast, making it great for history buffs.

Acts Network of Retirement Communities

Another great benefit to living in an Acts Southeast U.S. retirement community is that you can visit any of our 28 other campuses throughout the country! It’s just yet another perk of living at Acts.


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