Demand for 55 + Housing is at an all-time high in Bucks County, Pa.  

With a growing number of Baby Boomers reaching retirement age, 55+ communities may become even more popular with older homebuyers. The National Association of Home Builders, expects home sales in 55+ communities to increase by nearly 25 percent this year. By 2020, they also estimate that households over 55 years old could be as high as 46.6 percent (up from 42 percent in 2012).

The Demand for 55+ Housing in Bucks County is GREAT!  We wish we had more inventory.  Many communities have a waiting list due to the community’s popularity.  Some of the communities have not seen a home come on the market in months, or even a year.  
These Communities include:
Legacy Oaks in Warrington
The Villas at Chancellor’s Glen in Bensalem
The Villas at Riverview in Bristol (One just came on the market!)
Heritage Creek Estates in Warrington – A Single Home
The Villages of Doylestown
Avenrowe in Fairless Hills
The Quarters in Newtown
The Villas at Five Ponds in Warminster
Yardley Point in Yardley

The Swain Real Estate Team is watching each 55+ community closely.  If you have an interest in one on these communities, let us know and we will make sure you are on our waiting lists to be notified first!  Just email us at TheSwainTeam@gmail.com or call us at (215) 757-7257.

To meet the demand,  Bucks County has a few new construction 55+ Communities.

Regency at Yardley
Delancey Court – Newtown, Pa
The Preserve at Lamplighter Village
The Enclave at Upper Makefield
Village of Southampton - Southampton, Pa
Meridian of Valley Square - Warrington, Pa

For many we talk to amenities are important. The amount of amenities offered can vary greatly from one community to the next.  All of the new construction, except for The Enclave at upper Makefield and Village of Southampton, offer  a clubhouse with amenities.

While active adult developments typically cater to those who want to downsize with small, thoughtfully designed homes, many new communities include homes in a wide range of sizes. It is not unusual to find model homes ranging in size from barely 1,000 to over 3,000 square feet in the same community. Many homes continue to offer main-level living, with first-floor master bedroom suites, but second-story lofts are becoming a popular way to extend the living space.


If you have any questions or are ready to find your 55 and greater community, contact us today at TheSwainTeam@gmail.com or call us at (215) 757-7257.  We are more than willing to help you.  

Toll Brothers, one of the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, will host its final National Sales Event for 2014 through Sept. 28. This is the last chance buyers will have this year to take advantage of unique money-saving incentives when they build the home of their dreams. During this time buyers can personalize their new home with $1 options and upgrades to meet their lifestyle, while taking advantage of special limited-time incentives.

To take advantage of the National Sales Event, buyers must make a deposit between today and Sept. 28. Savings and incentives will vary among communities and will comprise a package of savings created specifically for this event, so buyers should contact their community of interest and speak with a sales representative to learn more.

To maximize their savings, buyers who purchase during the Event can also lock in still-low interest rates.

“These unique incentives and savings will be offered only during this last Toll Brothers National Sales event of 2014,” said Gary Mayo, group president. “This is the final chance buyers will have this year to get everything they want in their dream home for less from the builder just named Builder of the Year by Builder magazine — the leading media brand in residential construction,” he added.

We have several Toll Brothers 55 and over communities being built in the Bucks County Area which include Regency at Yardley,Delancey Court, and The Enclave at Upper Makefield.

Regency at Yardley offers residents resort-style living for active adults, age 55 and better, in picturesque Lower Makefield. This community features 11 distinct home designs, all with first-floor master suites and quality finishes. These environmentally friendly, energy-efficient homes will provide homeowners comfort and savings for years to come.

• Amenities include clubhouse with state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, club rooms for billiards and cards, library, tennis and bocce courts, whirlpool spa, and more.
• Private gated community that offers low maintenance living so there is no need to worry about lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal.
• Minutes to I-95 and Route 1 for convenient access to shopping, dining, and a wide-range of cultural events in Philadelphia, Princeton, and NYC.

Regency at Yardley Homepage - explore more information, models, as well as a picture gallery.
Regency at Yardley Homes for Sale

Delancey Court is a quaint enclave of 120 luxurious carriage homes in historic Newtown, Bucks County, PA, offering residents resort-style living for active adults, age 55 and better. The low-maintenance living combined with a superb location allows homeowners to live the life they deserve.  It is the only Toll Brothers community with the quick delivery option available. 

• Amenities coming soon include a clubhouse with state-of-the-art fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, lounge room for billiards and cards, and a library.
• Minutes from shopping and dining in Newtown Borough.
• Lawn care, landscaping, trash and recycling, and snow removal provided.
• Convenient access to I-95 and Route 1 for shopping, dining, and a wide-range of cultural events in Philadelphia, Princeton, and New York City.
• Backed by the Nation's only two time National Builder of the Year winner!

Delancey Court Homepage - explore more information, models, as well as a picture gallery.
Delancey Court Homes for Sale

The Enclave at Upper Makefield is a community of luxurious carriage homes for active adults located in highly regarded Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It boasts a quiet and scenic setting, yet it is still close to any convenience you may need. At The Enclave at Upper Makefield, you’ll have more time to spend doing the things you love! You’ll enjoy more carefree time with family, you’ll meet new friends who share your interests, and you’ll take part in activities that broaden your horizons.

• Stress-free low-maintenance living with lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal provided
• Full basements in every home
• Minutes from shopping and dining in Newtown Borough
• Convenient access to I-95 and Route 1 for shopping, dining, and a wide-range of educational and cultural events in Philadelphia, Princeton, and New York City

The Enclave at Upper Makefield Homepage - explore more information, models, as well as a picture gallery.

To tour a Toll Brother's community or any other 55 and over community in Bucks County, contact me at (215) 431-8705 or at Carol@SwainSells.com

Bucks County, Pa offers forty one 55 and over communities.  Currently, eight of them are new construction.
There are a number of reasons why a consumer would want to buy new construction including:
1. Customization 
2. Green Appliances
3. Fewer Repairs
4. Less Maintenance
5. Warranty
6. Fire Safety
7. Concessions
8. Financing - mortgage financing perks

The Enclave at Upper Makefield is Bucks County, Pa newest 55 and over community in Newtown, Pa. Toll Brother will begin construction in late September 2014.  The community will be made up of 96 Carriage homes with seven floor plans to choose from.  They will range in size from 2,300 - 2,700 sq ft.  The homes at The Enclave at Upper Makefield will include first floor master bedroom suites, 9' first floor ceilings, full basements, gourmet kitchens and much more.  Continue to check back on our website for additional info as it becomes available. 

Delancey Court is comprised of luxurious carriage homes in Newtown, Pa. These all brick homes are arranged in groups of three or four units. Started by McGrath Homes in 2008, this elegant community will eventually contain 120 residences. New construction is being built by Toll Brothers. These stately brick carriage houses were designed with maximum luxury in mind. Four floor plans are offered ranging in size from 2833 - 3726 sq ft.  As well Delancey Court offers amenities such as:  Clubhouse, Fitness Center, indoor & outdoor Pools, lounge room, billiards, cards and a library.  

View Homes For Sale in Delancey Court

Regency at Yardley is an active 55 plus community of single homes in Lower Makefield.  Toll brothers started construction on this community in 2011 offering eleven floor plans.  When Regency at Yardley is completed it will have 191 homes that range in size from 1688 - 2596 sq ft.  Amenities that residents will enjoy are : Clubhouse with Fitness Center, tavern, kitchen, billiards, indoor & outdoor pool, walking trails, bocce ball, and tennis courts.


View Homes For Sale in Regency at Yardley

The Villas at Newtown is a 55 and over community being built by McGrath Builders in Newtown, Pa.  Construction started in 2008. The homes in The Villas of Newtown are arranged in quad configurations, with three models being offered that range from 2300 - 3000 square feet.  Each unit occupies a corner, which provides for maximum sunlight exposure. Amenities being offered for residents enjoyment include: Clubhouse with Fitness Center, Billiard room, Library, catering kitchen, tennis court, basketball court, card room, ballroom, and Indoor Pool.

View Homes For Sale in The Villas at Newtown

Meridian of Valley Square is a 55 plus condo community located in Warrington, Pa originally built by Katz between 2006 - 2008. Woodstone Custom Homes continued construction in 2013 offering 4 floor plans that range in size from 1651 - 2243 sq ft. Meridian of Valley Square offers many amenities including a Clubhouse with Fitness Center, and Indoor Pool.


View Homes For Sale in Meridian of Valley Square

The Preserve at Lamplighter Village is a community of single homes located in Warrington, Pa and is being built by McKee Builders and will offer 21 homes with gorgeous owner's suites, gourmet kitchens, designer baths and two-car garages.  McKee will be offering three different layouts that range in size from 1647 - 1961 square feet. The Preserve at Lamplighter Village overlooks the 280 acre Bradford Reservoir Recreation area, providing stunning water views, plus hiking, biking and fishing. The amenities will include a clubhouse with fitness center.
                                  
                                                                               View Homes For Sale in The Preserve at Lamplighter Village

The Village of Southampton is a condo community in Southampton being built by Toner Development.  When complete the community will be made up of 49 condos with garages.  The Village of Southampton offers four different floor plans for residents to choose from.   The Village of Southampton offers all spacious rooms, well designed floor patterns, Elevator Access to your floor, gorgeous Kitchen with granite countertops and all designer cabinetry, 2 full Baths, Hardwood Floors, very large balconies, closets galore, in-unit Laundry Area, many upgrades throughout.

View Homes for Sale in Village of Southampton

Renaissance of Morgan Creek in Quakertown, Pa is being built by Judd Builders.  Construction of Renaissance at Morgan Creek began in 2007 and upon completion the community will be comprised of 142 single-family homes. There are eight floor plans that provide 1,561 to 2,462 square feet of living space.  Amenities that residents will have access to include a Clubhouse with Fitness Center, Library, Meeting Room, Outdoor Pool, Shuffleboard Court, and Putting Green.  

View Homes for Sale in Renaissance of Morgan Creek

55 and Over New Construction in Bucks County Pa

If you have questions about any of these communities or would like to preview any of them, please contact Carol Swain at Carol@SwainSells.com or (215) 431-8705.

When looking for a 55 and over community a desirable feature for many consumers is an elevator.  However, elevators are most popular in 55+ communities in Bucks County, Pa in Condo 55 plus Communities.  

Condo communities in Bucks County can be a minimum of two floors.  Most two floor condo communities do not offer elevators. Salem Manor in Bensalem is a nice condo community with two levels, however there is no elevator.  The same layout is found in The Quarters in Newtown.   



Yet, most 55 and over condo communities do offer Elevators.  Below is a list.

Bucks County, Pa Condo 55 and over communities with Elevators:
Centennial Station - Warminster, Pa
Forest Ridge - Warrington, Pa
Hearthstone at West Bristol -  Bristol, Pa
Heritage Creek Estates - Warrington, Pa
Holland Preserve - Holland, Pa
Meridian of Valley Square - Warrington, Pa
Village of Southampton - Upper Southampton, Pa
Yardley Point - Yardley, Pa

Bucks County, Pa Townhouse 55 plus Communities with Elevators:
Villas of Newtown (some models) - Newtown, Pa
Woodhaven Hills - Bensalem, Pa

Bucks County, Pa Single 55+ communities with Elevators
Delancey Court - Newtown, Pa

If you have any questions or would like to take a look at one of these communities please contact Carol Swain at (215) 431-8705 or info@BucksCountyBoomers.com