Finding the Best Places to Retire Since 2006!
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Note: Homes sell fast these days, but all properties below were available on the date they were published here.
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On the Northern Shores of the breathtaking Olympic Peninsula in northwestern Washington, Port Angeles is a gateway to Olympic National Park and has a slightly touristy downtown, a symphony, some excellent wineries and more.
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Carolina Beach, North Carolina
The little town of Carolina Beach sits on a barrier island named Pleasure Island and is a laid back place with miles of beautiful beaches, some cute 1950s cottages, a fun boardwalk and more.
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New Orleans, Louisiana Lakefront Home for Sale for $269,000
Colorful, unique New Orleans sits along the Gulf Coast in southeastern Louisiana and is the setting for this large single family lakeside home for sale. It has a beautiful interior, a cargo elevator, a long wraparound porch and wide open water views.
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Part of Delaware's popular beach resort area, quaint, touristy Lewes has a cute downtown, clean, white beaches and calm waters. And history abounds.
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Carrabelle, Florida Riverfront Home for Sale for $298,000
Sleepy Carrabelle is on the eastern Florida Panhandle coast and is the site of this little single family riverfront home with six acres for sale. The property has two boat docks, two boat lifts and vast views of water and wilderness.
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On a wide open prairie in the shadow of the Big Horn Mountains in north central Wyoming, Sheridan embodies the American West and is a safe, down to earth place.
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North Bay Village, Florida Bayside Home for Sale for $225,000
In Biscayne Bay between Miami and Miami Beach on the southeastern Florida coast, North Bay Village is the locale of this attractive bayside condominium with incredible views of water, boats and skyline.
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With marshes and inlets on one side and the beaches of Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island not far away, Yulee is a collection of relatively new suburbs and has a country flavor.
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Once a lumber port town, charming Saugatuck sits along Lake Michigan's sandy eastern shore and boasts an artsy vibe, safe neighborhoods and a world-class fresh water beach.
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Daytona Beach Shores, Florida Oceanside Home for Sale for $135,000
South of bustling Daytona Beach on the northeastern Florida coast, quieter Daytona Beach Shores is the site of this cozy oceanside home that directly faces the ocean. Its ceiling to floor windows provide incredible views of water, sand and sky. The beach is about 50 feet away.
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Lexington is a quaint little town deep in the fertile Shenandoah Valley and boasts a scenic setting, historic architecture, a collegiate vibe, safe neighborhoods and more.
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Merritt Island, Florida Riverfront Home for Sale for $160,000
On Florida's "Space Coast," mellow Merritt Island sits between the Indian River and the Banana River and is the site of this sleek, modern manufactured riverfront home for sale. It has a cute front porch with a winding staircase to the upper deck where water views and space launch sightings amaze.
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A cozy, leafy town, Sewanee is home to a small university, a music festival, a writers' conference and a lively downtown. Outdoor recreation is just around the corner.
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Waynesville, North Carolina Lakefront Home for Sale for $199,900
Outside of Asheville in scenic western North Carolina, Waynesville is a nice little town and the locale of this attractive manufactured single family lakefront home for sale. It is about 10 feet from the water, has tall trees, lots of windows and soothing lake views.
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Rustic and charming with a cute downtown, Yachats is in a breathtaking setting along the central Oregon coast, surrounded by mountains and the sea.
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Bay St. Louis sits amid rivers, marshes and estuaries along the Gulf of Mexico and has a nice, quiet beach and a cute downtown.
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North Palm Beach, Florida Riverfront Home for Sale for $250,000
Balmy North Palm Beach sits on the southeastern Florida coast and is the locale of this lovely riverfront home for sale. It sits about 20 feet from the water and has pretty views of boats and water. Boat slips are for sale and rent.
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Outside of Phoenix in southern Arizona, Wickenburg is a sunny, relaxed "Old West" town next to the Wickenburg Mountains. Buildings look like they belong on a movie set, and tourists come to spend time as a cowboy at local dude ranches.
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Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Oceanside Home for Sale for $118,000
On South Carolina's northern shore, lively Myrtle Beach is the site of this little oceanside home for sale. It is light and airy, directly faces the Atlantic Ocean and boasts panoramic views of water, beach and sky.
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Snuggled around Eagles Mere Lake in the unspoiled Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, the little village of Eagles Mere started as a family resort and today is popular with tourists and retirees.
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Hudson, Florida Seaside Home for Sale for $275,000
Hudson is a mellow town on the Florida Gulf Coast and is the locale of this nice seaside home for sale. It has a private balcony with magnificent water views and is in a resort community with a private beach.
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Romantic and full of history, St. Augustine sits on the northeastern Florida coast and is known for its charming downtown, miles of beautiful beaches and scenic waterfront.
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Gardiner, Maine Riverfront Home for Sale for $165,000
Gardiner is a charming town along the Kennebec River in south central Maine and is the site of this darling part-time single family riverfront home for sale. It has a beautiful setting, 200 feet of water frontage, a large screened porch and a boardwalk to the crystal clear water about 25 feet away.
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Tucked on a barrier island off the southern North Carolina coast, idyllic Caswell Beach has a long oceanfront beach, a golf course, sea turtles and a very laid back seaside vibe.
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Ruskin, Florida Riverfront Home for Sale for $48,900
Ruskin is a country town along Tampa Bay and the Little Manatee River in southwestern Florida and is the setting for this modest but cute riverfront home for sale. It has a screened porch about 10 feet from the water and is next to one of the many community boat docks.
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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