Cities with Active Adult Communities in Connecticut
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99 Mitchell St
Bristol, CT 06010
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60 Cold Springs Road
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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330 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
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1715 Ellington Road
South Windsor, CT 06074
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186 Jerry Browne Road
Mystic, CT 06355
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80 Heritage Road
Southbury, CT 06488
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100 Redding Road
Redding, CT 06896
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30 Bokum Road
Essex, CT 06426
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1450 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
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One Elizabeth Court
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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1 Hamilton Heights Dr.
West Hartford, CT 06119
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One Beechwood Drive
Waterford, CT 06385
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6911 Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614
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117 Simsbury Road
Avon, CT 06001
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200 Deming Street
South Windsor, CT 06074
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77 Third Street
Stamford, CT 06905
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50 Ledge Road
Darien, CT 06820
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20 Devonwood Drive
Farmington, CT 06032
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111 South Shore Drive
East Haven, CT 06512
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4190 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
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425 Drozdyk Drive
Groton, CT 06340
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230 Deming Street
Manchester, CT 06042
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88 Scott Swamp Road
Farmington, CT 06032
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201 Granite Road
Guilford, CT 06437
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50 Cold Spring Road
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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80 Cedar Street
Branford, CT 06405
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6949 Main Street
Trumbull, CT 06611
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One Chatfield Drive
West Hartford, CT 06110
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251 Turn of River Road
Stamford, CT 06905
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59 Roxbury Road
Stamford, CT 06902
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96 Danbury Road
Wilton, CT 06897
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22 Simsbury Road
West Hartford, CT 06117
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19 Constitution Way
Litchfield, CT 06759
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21 Bradley Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
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180 Scott Road
Waterbury, CT 06705
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2750 Reservoir Avenue
Trumbull, CT 06611
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432 Buckland Road
South Windsor, CT 06074
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640 Danbury Road
Ridgefield, CT 06877
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417 Main Street
Niantic, CT 06357
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77 Plains Road
Milford, CT 06461
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645 Saybrook Road
Middletown, CT 06457
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511 Kensington Avenue
Meriden, CT 06451
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35 Hamden Hills Drive
Hamden, CT 06518
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246A Federal Road
Brookfield, CT 06804
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101 Bickford Extension
Avon, CT 06001
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1177 Hebron Avenue
Glastonbury, CT 06033
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20 Academy Lane
Mystic, CT 06355
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1160 Elm Street
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
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1824 Manchester Road
Glastonbury, CT 06033
What are Active Adult and 55+ Communities?
Active Adult and 55+ Communities are geared towards older adults who are able to live independently and who don’t require the services that retirement, assisted living or memory care communities provide. Many residents still work full- or part-time. For those seniors who desire a low-maintenance lifestyle, often with resort-like amenities and organized social activities, an active adult or 55+ community may be the right option. These communities fall into two categories:
1) Age-Restricted – For 55+ communities, in order to comply with the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995, one person must be aged 55 or older in at least 80% of the occupied housing units. The other 20% of the homes are open to younger adults, sometimes with a minimum age that is established by the community, creating the 80/20 rule. If the minimum age in the community is 62, then all residents must be aged 62 or older.
2) Age-targeted – These communities are marketed towards the 55+ population, with amenities that promote an active adult lifestyle, but there are no age restrictions.
The types of homes in an active adult neighborhood vary from community to community, as do the range of services and amenities provided. From small apartments to two- or three-bedroom single-family homes with attached garages, there’s a broad range of housing options available, with many communities offering multiple home styles. Communities can offer luxurious, resort-like features with multiple, daily planned activities, or be lower-engagement with more simple amenities. The term “active” adult does not necessarily mean physically active, although these communities often have facilities that help foster a more physically active lifestyle. Events and outings that encourage social activity are common, and opportunities for mental stimulation, through cultural excursions and enrichment classes, may also be scheduled. Amenities may include:
- Golf
- Tennis and pickleball courts
- Walking trails
- Fitness centers and exercise classes
- Gathering spaces such as a clubhouse or lounge
- Pools
- Planned social activities
- Classes and lectures
- Clubs and interest groups
There are many benefits to living in an Active Adult or 55+ Community. These benefits include:
- Location – these communities are often located near shopping, parks, restaurants, office buildings and local attractions
- Low-maintenance living – exterior home maintenance and lawn care are usually provided
- Neighbors of similar age – being in close proximity to people in the same stage of life makes it easier to form new friendships
- Amenities – facilities and programs that promote better health, strengthen social bonds and improve or maintain mental sharpness will help keep seniors vibrant and happy
When searching for an Active Adult Community, be sure to keep in mind which amenities are best suited to your lifestyle, choose a location that provides access to what is important to you and take any rules or fees into account.
Use our US map above to begin your search for Active Adult and 55+ communities. Our search results include pictures, floor plans, contact info and pricing where available.