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Tennessee Active Adult Communities

Discover the Best Tennessee Active Adult Communities

Looking to enjoy your golden years in the heart of the South? Tennessee active adult communities offer a perfect blend of scenic beauty, low-maintenance living, and vibrant social opportunities for 55+ homebuyers. Whether you're seeking a peaceful mountain retreat, a lakeside haven, or access to bustling cities like Nashville and Knoxville, active adult communities in Tennessee cater to a variety of lifestyles and preferences.

At Private Communities Registry (PCR), we make it easy to browse and connect with the best retirement communities in Tennessee. Our trusted platform showcases top-rated active adult communities in TN, conveniently organized by city and region. Discover what each community has to offer, explore photos, compare amenities, and request information directly from on-site representatives.

Why Choose an Active Adult Community in Tennessee?

With no state income tax, a mild climate, and a reputation for Southern hospitality, Tennessee continues to attract retirees from across the country. Here's why so many choose to call a Tennessee 55+ community home:

  • Low cost of living and tax-friendly policies for retirees
  • Access to quality healthcare and cultural amenities
  • Year-round recreational opportunities including hiking, fishing, and golf
  • Vibrant social calendars, resident clubs, and on-site events
  • Maintenance-free homes and resort-style amenities
  • Scenic locations in the Smoky Mountains, near Tennessee lakes, or close to urban centers like Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga

Types of Active Adult Communities in Tennessee

Tennessee active adult communities vary in size, style, and offerings. Whether you're looking for a gated golf community, a master-planned neighborhood with a fitness center and clubhouse, or a smaller, tight-knit 55+ enclave, Tennessee has it all:

  • Gated retirement communities with security and privacy
  • Master-planned 55+ communities with resort-style amenities
  • Golf and lake communities for active outdoor lifestyles
  • Urban-adjacent communities offering access to shopping, dining, and medical care
  • Low-maintenance homes including single-family, villas, and townhomes

Where You'll Find the Best Retirement Communities in Tennessee

Browse the top active adult communities in TN by region to find your ideal retirement destination:

  • East Tennessee – Featuring Smoky Mountain views, lakeside living, and easy access to Knoxville
  • Middle Tennessee – Popular for its proximity to Nashville, Franklin, and Murfreesboro
  • West Tennessee – Home to charming small towns and close to Memphis for city conveniences

Each community listed on PCR features detailed profiles, amenities, and real estate listings to help you compare options and make informed decisions.

Explore and Connect with Tennessee Active 55+ Communities on PCR

PCR is your trusted source for discovering and researching active adult communities in Tennessee. When you're ready to take the next step, our platform allows you to:

  • Browse communities by location, lifestyle, or amenities
  • View photos, videos, and home listings
  • Get details on clubhouses, fitness centers, walking trails, and more
  • Request information directly from community representatives

Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or planning for retirement, our curated listings make it easy to find the right fit for your lifestyle.

Start your journey today and discover why so many are choosing to retire in the welcoming and beautiful state of Tennessee. Let PCR be your guide to the top Tennessee active adult communities—where your next chapter begins.


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Del Webb Barton Village

Lebanon, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Lebanon, Tennessee

Located just 30 miles east of Nashville, Del Webb Barton Village in Lebanon, TN, is a vibrant 55+ active adult community opening in spring 2025. Blending peaceful suburban living with convenient access to urban attractions, it offers resort-style amenities such as indoor and outdoor pools, pickleball courts, a state-of-the-art clubhouse, and numerous social activities. The low-maintenance, single-level homes feature luxurious designs with options for spacious layouts and outdoor living. Surrounded by scenic beauty, top-tier healthcare, and outdoor recreation, homes in the community are priced from the mid $400,000s. Read More...

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Del Webb Southern Harmony

Murfreesboro, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Del Webb Southern Harmony is a premier 55+ active adult community in Middle Tennessee offering scenic countryside living with easy access to Nashville’s cultural attractions and top healthcare. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a 21,000+ sq. ft. clubhouse featuring pools, a fitness center, sport courts, and social spaces, along with walking trails, Veterans Park, and an open-air pavilion. The community’s low-maintenance, single-level homes are designed with upscale features and flexible spaces. Homes priced from the low $500,000s. Read More...

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Fairfield Glade

Fairfield Glade, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Fairfield Glade, Tennessee

This 12,500-acre community on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau encompasses five championship golf courses, 11 lakes for boating and fishing, marinas, fitness center, and tennis. Homes, Condos, Villas and Townhomes are priced from $300,000 to $1.2 million; Lots from $10,000 to $300,000. Read More...

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Rarity Bay

Vonore, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Vonore, Tennessee

Set in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this private golf and equestrian community is located on a scenic peninsula with 10 miles of shoreline along Lake Tellico in East Tennessee. Amenities include 18 holes of championship golf, an equestrian center with 10 miles of riding trails, clubhouse, swim & tennis club, activity center and private boat docks. Lots priced from $19,900 to $595,000; Condos and Homes from $139,900 to $2.8 million. Read More...

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Tellico Village

Loudon, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Loudon, Tennessee

Situated along 40 miles of shoreline on Tellico Lake, this community offers year-round championship golf, lakefront views from almost every lot, and an active Yacht and Country Club. Located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with easy access to Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge. Lots priced from $25,000 to $500,000; Townhomes from $350,000; Homes from $400,000 to $1.5 million. Read More...

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WindRiver

Lenoir City, Tennessee Active Adult Community
Lenoir City, Tennessee

WindRiver is a gated lakefront and golf course community on Tellico Lake in East Tennessee. Carefully built among rolling hillsides and gently sloping shoreline, the community offers a range of lakefront, lake view and wooded home sites. Homesites available; Homes are priced from $1.5 million to $4 million+. Read More...

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