Texas Retirement Communities - Georgetown, Texas Delivers!

A guide to retirement in Georgetown, Texas, with a focus on active adult communities.

Retirement sure has changed over the years. These days, many Americans are more active in their retirement, and more selective of where they want to spend their retirement years. Retirement communities have changed in tandem with such trends, and the Texas retirement community is certainly no exception.

In fact, many retirement communities in Texas promote themselves as "active adult communities." They still cater to a certain age group as they have in the past, but they now offer a lot more in the way of entertainment, activities and amenities.

The Georgetown real estate scene is always changing. So click here for a current inventory of homes in active adult communities.

Georgetown, Texas - A Great Place to Retire
If you are researching Texas retirement communities, you owe it to yourself to consider Georgetown, Texas. Georgetown offers a little bit of everything, but not too much of anything. Here's a quick look at what this "unsung" Texas city has to offer for active retirees:

Volunteer Opportunities
Many retirees who want to stay active in their retirement pursue volunteer work within their communities. Of course retirees aren't looking for stressful jobs, like selling house insurance plans or doing construction work, they're more interested in being part of community projects. This is another area where Georgetown delivers. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Georgetown, Texas is always looking for volunteers to help with their community development projects. Southwestern University also coordinates a number of local volunteer programs. In addition to volunteer opportunities in Georgetown, you can find plenty more in neighboring cities like Round Rock and Cedar Park.

Healthcare
You'll find a wealth of healthcare options in Georgetown, including St. David's Georgetown Hospital, a Scott and White clinic, the forthcoming Seton Medical Center (planned for 2008), and a variety of specialty hospitals just down the road in Round Rock and Austin. The quality and quantity of local healthcare makes Georgetown a great choice for a Texas retirement community.

Shopping & Dining
Shopping opportunities in Georgetown increased more than tenfold around 2006 - 2007. That's because a new outlet mall opened on the border between Georgetown and neighboring Round Rock, Texas. With over 125 stores, Round Rock Premium Outlets offers something for everyone.

Recreation
You can boat on Lake Georgetown, play a round of golf, hike or bike scenic trails along the river, and visit antique shops in the historic district ... all in one day. There's certainly a lot to do in Georgetown, and most of these activities are conveniently close to one another. If you're looking for active retirement in Texas, Georgetown delivers!

Great Communities
If you choose to spend your retirement in Georgetown, Texas, you will have a variety of wonderful communities to choose from. There are even active adult communities built around golf courses, clubhouses, fitness centers, and other amenities. Here's a brief list of popular retirement communities in the Georgetown area.

• Heritage Oaks - Active adults 55 and up can enjoy 118 acres of rolling terrain in this community by Jimmy Jacobs Custom Homes (a builder formerly featured on ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition). They are currently building a clubhouse that will feature a banquet room, ballroom, 24-hour fitness center, library, game room and more.


• Texas Traditions - This neighborhood is also developed by Jimmy Jacobs Custom Homes and is an "older version" of Heritage Oaks. Homes have been built as far back as 1999.


• Sun City by Del Webb - This active retirement community by Del Webb features two championship golf courses, 16,000-square-foot recreation center, fitness center and much more. Learn more about Sun City in Georgetown, Texas.


• River Bend - This is an age-restricted community with homes priced from the mid $100's. A great location off Williams Drive and low HOA fees make this an attractive and economical alternative to Sun City.


• Mariposa - If active retirement in Texas appeals to you, but you would rather rent than own, Mariposa Apartment Homes are worth a look. This community offers "a lifestyle with state-of-the-art facilities, a full-time activity director, and a unique paring of onsite individual and social outlets."


• Oaks at Wildwoods - Come enjoy the carefree life at the Oaks at Wildwood, a retirement community designed specifically for the active adult. Situated on 17 beautifully landscaped acres of prime real estate, the Oaks is a 55+ active adult retirement community located in historic Georgetown, Texas ,voted the Number One Place to Retire.

Learn More
If you would like to schedule a visit to any of these Georgetown, Texas retirement communities such as Sun City Texas, please contact me.

The Georgetown real estate scene is always changing. So click here for a current inventory of homes in active adult communities.