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Southern Pines, NC 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Southern Pines
Southern Pines is a golfing city in the Pinehurst area of Moore County, North Carolina. Known for its plentiful outdoor sports and recreation, residents also love its charming…
Southern Pines is a golfing city in the Pinehurst area of Moore County, North Carolina. Known for its plentiful outdoor sports and recreation, residents also love its charming historic downtown with local shops and eateries. In addition, its warm temperatures and proximity to popular Fayetteville make it a popular destination for active adults.
Climate & Geography
Central North Carolina experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by long, hot summers and shorter, cool winters. The Appalachian Mountains to the west help reduc extreme temperatures, often preventing cold temperatures from the north. However, some snowfall does occur. Residents can expect more than average rain and around 213 days of sunshine a year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Nicknamed the “Home of American Golf,” there is no shortage of opportunities to tee off in Southern Pines. There are over 30 courses in the area, and 23 of them have been rated by Golf Digest as four-star and above.
In addition to golfing, residents enjoy the historic downtown area with local boutiques, art galleries, breweries, a theater, and outdoor cafes. The larger Moore County is known for its pottery and features dozens of pottery artisans and galleries as well.
For more outdoor recreation, active adults can fish, canoe, kayak, and hike at Reservoir Park. Sandhills Horticultural Gardens, a 27-acre English-patterned garden, is another popular outdoor destination.
Retirees seeking even more shopping and dining can head to nearby Fayetteville, located just an hour away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Southern Pines matches the national average. While factors like housing and health care are above average, others—like utilities, groceries, and transportation—are below average.
North Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits, but it does fully tax all other forms of retirement income at the state’s rate of 5.5 percent. There are no deductions specifically for retirees, but the standard deduction in the state is fairly large. Property taxes are low, and there is a homestead exemption aimed at retirees. Sales taxes in the state are average, and residents can expect to be taxed at a lower rate on groceries.
Healthcare
According to Gallup’s Well-Being Index, North Carolina scores well in the community factor of the survey, ranking in the top 20 states for that particular factor.
There are no hospitals in Southern Pines, but FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in nearby Pinehurst is rated by U.S. News as high performing and is the No. 9 hospital in the state. In addition, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville is also high performing.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Southern Pines, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Southern Pines has 57 homes, the largest has 240 homes, and the average communities consists of 109 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Southern Pines. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Camden Villas at Mid South Club is a gated communities with 58 homes, and Village Green is another gated communities with 57 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Southern Pines stay on the market for around 223 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $426,037, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Camden Villas at Mid South Club average around $583,952, while homes in Knollwood Village average around $348,171.
65 communities near Southern Pines
222 homes near Southern Pines
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,125 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,965 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,370 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,926 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,876 sq ft
|Manufactured On Land
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,461 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,570 sq ft
|Manufactured On Land
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,245 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,368 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,787 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,567 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,106 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,632 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,620 sq ft
|Townhouse
4 beds
|4 baths
|2,595 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|1,721 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,224 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,978 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|4 baths
|1,944 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,991 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,792 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,652 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,556 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,410 sq ft
|House
6 beds
|4 baths
|4,715 sq ft
|Manufactured On Land
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,395 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,880 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,710 sq ft
|Townhouse
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,690 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,050 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,442 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,995 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,657 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,945 sq ft
|House
5 beds
|3 baths
|2,906 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|1,896 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,995 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,713 sq ft
|Townhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
In Southern Pines, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 4 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Southern Pines has 57 homes, the largest has 240 homes, and the average communities consists of 109 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Southern Pines. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Camden Villas at Mid South Club is a gated communities with 58 homes, and Village Green is another gated communities with 57 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Southern Pines stay on the market for around 223 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $426,037, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Camden Villas at Mid South Club average around $583,952, while homes in Knollwood Village average around $348,171.
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