Finding the Best Places to Retire Since 2006!
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"Hope is the thing with feathers..." ~Emily Dickinson
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October 29, 2022
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Built in a rimrock canyon carved by the Yellowstone River, friendly Billings was once a Wild West town but today boasts a symphony, craft breweries and other manifestations of sophistication.
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Little Cudjoe Key is part of a group of islands at the southern end of the Florida Keys and boasts a balmy, bohemian vibe.
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Outside of Dallas/Fort Worth, wholesome Flower Mound sits along Grapevine Lake and has parks, miles of trails, well-tended neighborhoods, a nice library, and yes, a flower mound.
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Red Hill, quiet, suburban and reasonably priced, is just 10 miles inland from Myrtle Beach, white sand oceanfront beaches and the vast entertainment venues of the Grand Strand.
In Depth Review:
Home to the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), Oxford boasts a literary vibe, intellectual stimulation, a historic downtown and an intense football culture.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Panama City Beach, Florida Oceanfront Home for Sale for $185,000
On the Florida Panhandle, Panama City Beach is the locale of this cozy oceanside home with gorgeous views of sparkling white sand, warm blue/green water and endless blue sky.
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A Phoenix urban/suburban village in sunny southern Arizona, Ahwatukee has been called the "World's Largest Cul de Sac" and boasts a trendy vibe.
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Buried in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, historic Morganton has a nice downtown, fun events, nearby lake recreation and reasonable prices.
Short Review:
With sugar white sand, emerald waters and tall, gleaming beachside condos, Orange Beach looks like a picture postcard and is a favorite vacation destination.
In Depth Review:
Outside of Atlanta, leafy Athens is known as the "Classic City" and is home to the University of Georgia and has a lively atmosphere, a fun downtown, strong senior programs, a rich cultural scene and stately architecture.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Davidson, North Carolina Lakeside Home for Sale for $300,000
Davidson rests on the eastern shore of 33,000- acre Lake Norman in southwestern North Carolina and is the locale of this handsome lakeside home with a private balcony overlooking water and boats.
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A lush, active small city with an educated population, Davis has a strong academic vibe, award-winning wineries, a lovely downtown, an OLLI and more.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Corpus Christi, Texas Waterside Home for Sale for $220,000
Corpus Christi is a laid back city on the Texas Gulf Coast and is the site of this attractive waterside condominium with a private patio and wide views of sand, sky and water. The beach is about 100 feet away.
In Depth Review:
On Florida's "Treasure Coast," laid back Vero Beach boasts a quiet ambiance with gentle trade winds, miles of white sand beaches, colorful shops and peaceful neighborhoods.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Waymart, Pennsylvania Secluded Lakeside Home for Sale for $199,900
Waymart is tucked in the scenic Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania and is the locale of this secluded lakeside single family home with nearly an acre of wooded land and 278 feet of lake frontage. Beautiful water and hillside views are everywhere.
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Historic Kilmarnock is in Virginia's Northern Neck and has a charming main street, wineries, a farmers' market and more.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Delta, Alabama Lakefront Home for Sale for $289,900
About 90 minutes west of Atlanta, Georgia, Delta is the setting for this large lakeside single family home with a covered porch, big workshop/boathouse, new waterfront deck/pavilion, 100 feet of lake frontage and beautiful views.
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Not far from the largest research park in the country, Holly Springs is a quiet, comfortable town with an educated population, nice neighborhoods, a cultural center and more.
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Weathered and romantic, Gearhart is on the northern Oregon coast and is known for its long pristine beach with breathtaking ocean vistas.
Home for Sale and Town Snippet:
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Direct Oceanfront Home for Sale for $109,900
Myrtle Beach is on the northern South Carolina coast and is the setting of this snug first floor oceanfront home that directly faces the water and has a front door just steps from the sand.
Where Are All the Inexpensive U.S. Beach Towns That Don't Have Hurricanes?
Not all U.S. beach towns experience hurricanes or tropical storms, but inexpensive U.S. beach towns are hard to find. Some are somewhat reasonably priced with prices below the national average, but few are cheap - most have costs above the national average. So a cheap beach town with no hurricanes exists primarily in the imagination.
Choosing a Great Place to Retire
When looking for great places to retire, we consider a number of factors, including cost of living, medical facilities, climate, transportation, crime rates, cultural amenities, education levels, shopping venues, infrastructure, recreational opportunities, housing options, the poverty rate and more. We weigh all of the evidence to decide if a town has enough going for it to make it a top place to retire. We are not affiliated with any of the places that we review.
What is the Difference Between Average Home Price and Median Home Price?
When searching for a place to retire, housing costs are a top concern. So what is the difference between the average home price and the median home price? The average home price is determined by adding together all the prices of homes sold during a specific timeframe and then dividing that amount by the number of homes sold. On the other hand, the median home price is the middle sales price of all the homes sold. In other words, a median price means that half of the homes sold at a price below the median and half sold at a price above the median.
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