55+ Active Adult Communities in Raleigh and the Triangle
The Triangle has one of the widest choices of 55+ living in North Carolina, from established Del Webb communities in Cary and Durham to brand-new neighborhoods in Fuquay-Varina, Clayton and Pittsboro. Whether you want a resort-style clubhouse and a full calendar of clubs, or simply a one-level home with the yard work handled, this guide walks through the main active adult communities across the counties we serve and shows the newest 55+ homes for sale below.
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Triangle 55+ market snapshot: As of November 2026, about 185 homes, townhomes and condos listed in the Triangle MLS are marked as being in an active adult community, ranging from about $195,000 to $1.2 million, with an average list price of roughly $515,000.
Figures come from current MLS listings on this site, are rounded and change daily. The "active adult" flag is entered by listing agents, so a few listings may be in age-targeted rather than age-restricted neighborhoods.
What "55+" and "Active Adult" Mean
Age-restricted communities are built for residents 55 and older. Under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, at least 80 percent of occupied homes must have at least one resident who is 55 or older, and each community sets its own rules within that limit, such as the minimum age for a spouse or partner and how long younger guests can stay. Age-targeted communities are designed with one-level, low-maintenance homes that appeal to buyers 55 and older, but they do not restrict who can live there. Always read a community's covenants and confirm its current rules with the HOA before you buy.
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Wake County 55+ Communities
Carolina Preserve - Cary
Inside the Amberly master plan in western Cary. Bradford Hall, a 34,000 sq ft clubhouse, has a fitness center, indoor lap pool, ballroom and hobby studios, plus an outdoor pool, clay tennis courts, bocce and a 15-acre lake. More than 100 clubs. Residents can also use the Amberly Residents Club. See our Cary town guide.
Heritage Pines - Cary
One of Cary's original 55+ communities, with single-family homes and attached villas around a clubhouse with a fitness center, pool, card and craft rooms, tennis and bocce, and walking trails.
Corbinton at Kildaire Farm and Courtyards on O'Kelly Chapel - Cary
Corbinton is a small 55+ townhome community near Kildaire Farm Road shopping and greenways. The Courtyards on O'Kelly Chapel (Epcon) offers single-level courtyard homes in western Cary.
Del Webb at Traditions - Wake Forest
An 18,000 sq ft amenity center with an indoor pool, fitness center, aerobics studio, card and craft rooms, billiards, pickleball, tennis and bocce, plus community gardens and trails. See our Wake Forest town guide.
Carolina Gardens by Del Webb - Fuquay-Varina
Ranch-style single-family homes around a 20,500 sq ft clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, aerobics studio, varsity room, tennis, pickleball and bocce, community gardens and a dog park. See our Fuquay-Varina town guide.
Regency at Holly Springs - Holly Springs
Clubhouse, pool and pickleball, with lawn care included and a social membership to 12 Oaks Country Club and its Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course, according to Toll Brothers. See our Holly Springs town guide.
Regency at Olde Towne - Raleigh
A gated 55+ community in southeast Raleigh with a clubhouse, pool and pickleball courts, plus access to the Olde Towne master-planned amenities. Toll Brothers also builds Regency at Auburn Station near Garner, with a clubhouse, pool, pickleball, fitness center and a lifestyle director. See our Raleigh and Garner town guides.
Encore at Wendell Falls - Wendell
A 55+ neighborhood inside the Wendell Falls master plan, with its own clubhouse, pool, tennis and pickleball, fire pits and access to the wider community's trails and parks.
Durham County 55+ Communities
Carolina Arbors - Durham
Southeast Durham, close to RTP and RDU. Piedmont Hall has a fitness center, indoor pool, ballroom, library, billiards, arts and crafts and a demonstration kitchen, with an outdoor pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce and botanical and community gardens. See our Durham town guide.
Creekside at Bethpage - Durham
Near RTP, with Hemingway Hall, a 13,000 sq ft clubhouse with a fitness center, arts and crafts studio and computer center, plus a pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce, lawn bowling, garden plots and trails.
Fendol Farms - Durham
Single-family homes and townhomes with a clubhouse and fitness center, outdoor pool, tennis, pickleball and bocce, walking trails, a community garden and a dog park. Lawn care is included in the HOA.
Johnston County 55+ Communities
Carolina Overlook - Clayton
A gated community with an amenity center, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, pickleball courts, a dog park and walking trails, with lawn care included in the HOA. See our Clayton town guide.
The Walk at East Village - Clayton
A smaller 55+ neighborhood with a clubhouse, fitness center, saltwater pool, pickleball and bocce, an arts and crafts studio, a community garden and greenway access.
Flowers Plantation 55+ Neighborhoods - Clayton
The large Flowers Plantation master plan includes 55+ neighborhoods such as Forge Creek, alongside all-ages sections, giving buyers access to the community's broader trails and amenities.
Chatham, Orange, Franklin and Alamance 55+ Communities
Encore at Briar Chapel - Chapel Hill
A 55+ section of Briar Chapel in northern Chatham County with its own clubhouse, pool, tennis and pickleball, and access to Briar Chapel's 24 miles of trails. See our Chapel Hill town guide.
Encore at Chatham Park - Pittsboro
New single-family and attached homes with an amenity center, resort-style pool and spa, putting green, tennis and pickleball, an outdoor bar and a meditation garden, plus Chatham Park's wider amenities.
Fearrington Village - Pittsboro
A long-established village south of Chapel Hill, popular with retirees, with a village center of shops, restaurants and a farmers market, plus fitness, pool and trail amenities. Confirm the current age rules for the specific section with the HOA.
The Enclave at Hidden Lake - Youngsville
A gated 55+ community in Franklin County with a 5,000 sq ft clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool, pickleball and lake views.
Ashbury Crossing and Villas on 5th - Mebane
Lower-maintenance 55+ townhomes and villas in Mebane, between the Triangle and the Triad along I-40/I-85.
More 55+ and Age-Targeted Communities to Know
| Community | Town | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Auburn Village | Garner / southeast Raleigh | 55+, new construction |
| Altis at Serenity | Fuquay-Varina | 55+, new construction |
| Adalyn Place | Fuquay-Varina | 55+ |
| Brookside | Apex | 55+, new construction |
| Ovation at Sweetbrier | Durham | 55+, new construction |
| The Courtyards at Homestead Road | Chapel Hill | 55+ |
| The Villas at Culp Arbor | Chapel Hill | 55+ |
| Regency at Brier Creek | Raleigh | Age-targeted |
| Buckhorn Preserve and Woodbury | Apex | Age-targeted |
| Villas of Wake Forest | Wake Forest | Age-targeted |
Community sizes, build years and amenities are approximate and come from builder announcements and community listings. Amenities, HOA dues and rules change, so confirm details with each community before you buy.
How We Help 55+ Buyers and Downsizers
- Compare communities side by side: amenities, HOA dues and what they cover, age rules, and commute times to family, doctors and RDU.
- Resale vs. new construction: what to expect from builder contracts, timelines and incentives compared with a resale home in an established community.
- Sell and buy in the right order: we coordinate the sale of your current home with your purchase so you only move once. See how we sell homes or get your home value.
- Relocating to North Carolina: virtual tours and video walk-throughs for buyers moving from out of state.
55+ Community FAQ
What is the difference between age-restricted and age-targeted communities?
Age-restricted communities limit residency so that at least 80 percent of occupied homes have a resident who is 55 or older, under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act. Age-targeted communities are designed for buyers 55 and older but do not restrict who can live there.
Which Triangle 55+ communities are building new homes?
As of late 2026, new construction is underway in communities such as Carolina Gardens by Del Webb in Fuquay-Varina, Carolina Overlook in Clayton, Regency at Olde Towne in Raleigh and Encore at Chatham Park in Pittsboro. Established communities such as Carolina Preserve, Carolina Arbors and Del Webb at Traditions are resale only. Builder availability changes often, so ask us for a current update.
How much do homes in Triangle 55+ communities cost?
As of November 2026, homes listed in Triangle active adult communities range from about $195,000 to $1.2 million, with an average list price of roughly $515,000. Prices change daily, so see the current listings below or ask Scott Hoffman for a comparison of specific communities.
Thinking About a 55+ Community?
Scott Hoffman and The Hoffman Realty Group at Keller Williams Legacy help buyers compare 55+ communities across Raleigh and the Triangle and help homeowners sell the home they are leaving. Contact Scott, call 919-740-0379, or browse the areas we serve.
The newest active adult homes for sale in the Triangle are listed below.
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Newest Active Adult Homes for Sale in the Triangle
This beautiful home in a 55+ neighborhood invites you to enjoy resort-style living with amenities such as pools, walking trails, and community centers. Experience an acti...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10202455 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Gorgeous end-unit townhome in The Crest at GlenEagles, a dedicated 55+ age-restricted active adult neighborhood situated within the larger GlenEagles residential developm...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10202388 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
This is the one you've been waiting for! This charming single-level townhome is ideally located just minutes from downtown Angier, offering convenience and easy living. B...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10202297 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this well maintained home located in popular Creekside at Bethpage. This spacious open floor plan home has 2 bedrooms along with a flex/office space with fren...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10202102 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Discover effortless, resort-style living in the highly desirable 55+ community of Creekside at Bethpage! This beautifully maintained, thoughtfully designed 2-bedroom, 2-b...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10202073 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Corbinton at Kildaire Farms community of Cary, this beautifully appointed Craftsman-style duplex offers exceptio...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10202059 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Located in a 55-plus community in the heart of growing Flowers Plantation, this 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers peaceful wooded views, inviting spaces, and a flexible l...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10202017 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to easy living in Carolina Arbors, one of Durham's highly desirable 55+ communities! This inviting home offers comfortable one-level living with an open floor pla...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10201670 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to easy, low-maintenance living in the highly desirable Carolina Gardens Active Living Community in Fuquay-Varina! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath h...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10201630 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
If you've been waiting for a home that gives you more time to enjoy life and less time maintaining it, this beautifully cared-for ranch in Del Webb at Traditions deserves...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10201624 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Feels Better Than New! Nearly 2,700 square feet—all on one level, with three bedrooms, three full baths, and accessible features including a zero-entry primary shower. Ad...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10201385 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Location, location, location! This unique home with top-of-the line, post construction upgrades in the Carolina Overlook 55+ community is a MUST SEE! Located a short wal...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10201360 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Downsizing shouldn't feel like a downgrade. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in The Enclave at Hidden Lake, a 55+ community, proves it doesn't have to! Designed for comfortab...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10201348 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to luxury living in the highly sought-after Carolina Gardens by Del Webb, a premier 55+ active-adult community. This beautifully appointed Stardom Ranch floorplan...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10201342 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Not all 55+ homes are created equal. Some give you a beautiful floorplan. Others give you the space, privacy, and peaceful setting that make you never want to leave. This...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10201337 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
1417 Santa Cruz St is a one-story Wake Forest home built in 2021 with a functional floor plan. The kitchen features granite countertops, cabinetry, and hardwood flooring,...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10201132 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
If you've been looking for a home that offers comfortable living, plenty of storage, and great community amenities, 7 Duplin Lane is worth a look! Located in the desirabl...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10201080 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to easy, maintenance-free living in this charming 55+ community located at 105 Kestrel Ct. Mebane, NC. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac street, this friendly nei...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200692 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to low-maintenance living in an intimate 55+ Chapel Hill-Durham County community of just 69 all-brick homes. Designed for easy one-level living, this inviting hom...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200637 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Located in Wake Forest's Del Webb at Traditions community, this home features a rear deck, a bright sunroom, and a fireplace framed by a decorative surround. A broad kitc...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200499 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Discover the charm and convenience of Fearrington Village living in this spacious end-unit townhome, offering an abundance of natural light, generous living spaces, and a...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 10200417 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Easy living meets everyday comfort in The Walk at East Village, a 55+ community just minutes from downtown Clayton, shopping, and restaurants. Better-than-new 2 bedrooms,...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200338 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome home to Carolina Arbors by Del Webb, a wonderful 55+ community. This charming single-story home offers comfort and easy maintenance with manageable square footage...
- 1 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200114 MLS
- Del Webb Bldg.
- ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 1131 Surveyor Drive, a beautifully positioned end-unit townhome offering just over 1,500 square feet, 2 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms in Durham's sought-after...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 10200104 MLS
- ACTIVE Status
Listings provided courtesy of Triangle MLS, Inc. of NC, Internet Data Exchange Database. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. Data last updated .
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