With the emergence of innovative product perfectly suited to meet the active lifestyle demands of today's retiring generation, the current slowdown in the overall national housing market represents a real opportunity to - literally - get in on the ground floor. As the housing needs and lifestyle choices of Baby Boomers continue to evolve, the demand for this already popular format will increase. As that happens, land prices will go up on prime development plots, and the overall expense for buyers will increase. Maintenance-free, managed community living is in what might be described as Great Living in South Florida. Supply is increasing, pricing are affordable, and the rising demand has not yet outstripped market availability.

For those looking to sell a house and move into an active adult community, gym facilities and other provided amenities such as community landscaping and exterior maintenance offer carefree living and are added incentives. Particularly in the context of the current market, residents are realizing that those features are more than just a convenience; they are an asset that adds to the value and affordability of the residence.

Asset... Value... Convenience... Affordability... are all words that accurately depict the current state of residential condo/townhome community living, and reminders that 55+ homeowners should see the current real estate market not as a potential liability, but as a valuable opportunity.