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Virginia Active Adult Communities

Blending colonial charm with natural beauty and modern comfort, Virginia active adult communities offer a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle for today’s retirees. Whether you're drawn to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, the rich history of Williamsburg, or the waterfront living of Virginia’s Tidewater region, active adult communities in Virginia provide an ideal mix of recreation, relaxation, and social connection.

On PCR, you’ll find a curated list of the top 55+ active adult communities in Virginia—organized by region and city. Each listing gives you a closer look at community amenities, real estate options, resident activities, and photo galleries, with the ability to connect directly with community representatives for more information.

Why Choose a Virginia Active Adult Community?

Retirees are increasingly choosing active retirement communities in Virginia for their mix of mild seasons, tax benefits, and access to both nature and culture. These communities are perfect for active adults 55 and over looking to enjoy a low-maintenance lifestyle with endless opportunities for enrichment and outdoor adventure.

Benefits of retiring in a Virginia community include:

  • Mild four-season climate for year-round activities
  • Proximity to historical sites, scenic parks, and charming small towns
  • Easy access to top-rated healthcare and cultural attractions
  • Low-maintenance living with community-managed amenities
  • Welcoming atmosphere and abundant social opportunities

Types of Active Adult Communities in VA

Whether you’re looking for peaceful country living or convenient urban access, there’s a wide variety of active adult communities in VA to suit your needs:

  • Gated communities with added privacy and security
  • Master-planned 55+ communities with clubhouses, golf courses, and walking trails
  • Coastal communities near the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean for boating and beach lovers
  • Suburban communities close to major cities like Washington, D.C., and Richmond
  • Maintenance-free homes including townhomes, single-family, and villa-style residences

Where You'll Find the Top Active Adult Communities in Virginia

PCR features the top active adult communities in Virginia, located in some of the state's most desirable regions:

Northern Virginia

  • Ideal for those seeking proximity to Washington, D.C.
  • Access to suburban comforts with nearby cultural attractions and top-tier healthcare
  • Popular communities in areas like Loudoun County, Prince William County, and Fairfax

Virginia’s Coastal Plain (Tidewater Region)

  • Includes Williamsburg, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Newport News
  • Offers mild coastal climate, historic towns, and waterfront recreation
  • Perfect for those who enjoy golf, sailing, and beachside living

Find Your 55+ Active Adult Community in Virginia

As a trusted leader in the active adult space, PCR helps you research and explore the best active adult communities in Virginia—all in one convenient place.

With PCR, you can:

  • Browse communities by location, amenities, or lifestyle
  • View photos, home listings, and community features
  • Explore social clubs, fitness centers, pools, golf, and outdoor spaces
  • Request info directly from community representatives

Whether you're planning your retirement or ready to make a move today, Virginia active adult communities offer something for everyone—from history lovers to outdoor enthusiasts. Start exploring now with PCR and discover your perfect fit among the best 55+ active adult communities in Virginia.Top of Form


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Beacon Park Elevator Townhomes for 55+

Woodbridge, Virginia Active Adult Community
Woodbridge, Virginia

Beacon Park Elevator Townhomes in Woodbridge, VA, offer active adults aged 55+ a luxurious riverside lifestyle within the Belmont Bay community. Just minutes from historic Occoquan and close to Alexandria and Washington, D.C., this community blends waterfront tranquility with urban convenience. Residents enjoy access to scenic parks, the Belmont Bay Harbor Marina, and cultural landmarks like Rippon Lodge. Featuring the Galleon model, these 3-level elevator townhomes provide private elevators, spacious layouts, and low-maintenance living, complemented by exclusive amenities tailored to an active, social 55+ lifestyle. Townhomes priced from the low $700,000s. Read More...

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Birchwood at Brambleton

Ashburn, Virginia Active Adult Community
Ashburn, Virginia

Birchwood at Brambleton is an award-winning, 55-plus community centrally located within the suburban Washington, DC area in Loudoun County, Virginia. In addition to a vibrant town center, Brambleton is home to numerous recreational amenities- including several parks, miles of trails, basketball courts, tennis courts, swimming pools, multiple sports fields, and an active community center. Buyers can select from a wide variety of neighborhoods and home offerings, each designed to meet the needs of families at every stage of their lives. Elevator brownstones priced from the low $700,000s; elevator single-family homes priced from the mid $900,000s. Courtyard homes priced from the mid $800,000s. Read More...

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Cascades at Embrey Mill

Stafford, Virginia Active Adult Community
Stafford, Virginia

Cascades at Embrey Mill is a new active adult 55+ community with resort-style amenities and low-maintenance condos in Stafford, Virginia, located near Fredericksburg, Alexandria, and Washington, D.C. The Virginia retirement community for residents 55 and over features an exclusive clubhouse, resort-style swimming pool and lap pool, fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, 10 miles of walking/biking trails, parks, playgrounds, and a variety of social clubs and classes. Premium Virginia real estate consists of elevator townhomes priced from the $400,000s. Read More...

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Colonial Heritage

Williamsburg, Virginia Active Adult Community
Williamsburg, Virginia

The lifestyle offered by this Williamsburg, Virginia active adult community combines small-town charm and city conveniences with an $18 million amenities package, featuring an Arthur Hills championship golf course. Elegant low-maintenance single-family villas and homes are priced from the upper $300,000s - $600,000. Read More...

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Hiatt Pointe at Snowden Bridge

Stephenson, Virginia Active Adult Community
Stephenson, Virginia

Hiatt Pointe at Snowden Bridge is a new 55-plus community in Stephenson, VA, offering easy access to Shenandoah Valley's entertainment and recreation. Residents enjoy amenities like a clubhouse with fitness center, yoga studio, outdoor pool and hot tub, fire pit, pickleball courts, and more. Surrounding outdoor activities, championship golf, and nearby historic downtown Winchester provide ample opportunities for leisure. Premium Virginia real estate in the gated community from Brookfield Residential offers low-maintenance homes with main-level living, flexible spaces, and smart home technology. Villas and Garden Homes from the upper $300,000s and Single-Family Homes from the low $500,000s by Brookfield Residential. Single-Family Homes & Townhomes by Van Metre Coming Soon! Read More...

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The Crest at Linton Hall

Bristow, Virginia Active Adult Community
Bristow, Virginia

The Crest at Linton Hall is a new 55+ community in Bristow, Virginia. The Northern Virginia community is convenient to shops, restaurants, recreation, and healthcare. Amenities for active adults include bocce and pickleball courts, a horseshoe pit, walking trails, a community garden, outdoor kitchen and grille, and more. Villas and homes for sale in Virginia within the community provide low-maintenance, main-level living in a variety of floorplans ranging from $500,000 to $800,000. Read More...

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The Settlement at Powhatan Creek

Williamsburg, Virginia Active Adult Community
Williamsburg, Virginia

Located just minutes from the historic area of Williamsburg in Virginia, the Settlement at Powhatan Creek is 55+ gated community of single-family and attached homes that offer a maintenance-free lifestyle and the amenities of a luxurious clubhouse. Townhomes and custom-style homes are priced from $400,000 to $600,000. Read More...

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ThreeOaks™, a Trilogy® Boutique Community®

Culpeper, Virginia Active Adult Community
Culpeper, Virginia

Nestled in the heart of Northern Virginia horse country, just 70 miles from Washington D.C. and 45 miles north of Charlottesville, ThreeOaks™, a Trilogy® Boutique Community® is a new 55-plus community in Culpeper, VA. The charming town boasts locally-owned restaurants, boutiques, and shopping in a quintessential, historic setting—with easy access to the attractions of the greater D.C. area. Planned amenities within the Virginia retirement community are set to include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, pickleball courts, and walking trails; with approximately 270 new homes for sale ranging from 1,829 to 3,149 square feet. Priced from the high $400,000s. Read More...

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Trilogy® at Lake Frederick

Lake Frederick, Virginia Active Adult Community
Lake Frederick, Virginia

Trilogy® by Shea Homes offers a selection of new single-family homes for sale at this new lakeside resort community about an hour west of Washington, D.C. The community is in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Priced from the high $400,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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