A Guide to 55+ Communities in the Portland Area

Older adults have several housing choices in Portland that cater to them

Claremont community in Portland

The Claremont living community is situated alongside a beautiful, nine-hole, par 36 public golf course in Portland’s Bethany neighborhood.

Nearing retirement age and ready for that next stage in your housing life? The transition to a home in a community solely for those aged 55 and older is a common move, and one to be anticipated! Live amongst friends, take advantage of the great amenities offered…what’s not to love? (And for the record: Assisted living and independent living? Not the same thing.)

Portland happens to have plenty of fantastic options for neighborhoods planned solely around older adults. From its northernmost neighborhoods to just south of Salem, here’s an overview of the nine active adult retirement communities located in the Portland area. As you’ll see, senior living in these neighborhoods is anything but boring.


1. Claremont | NW Portland

For starters, it’s located in the serene and scenic Bethany neighborhood, recently named the best suburb to live in Oregon. Claremont boasts well-manicured grounds with a clubhouse, pool, and nine-hole golf course. The community offers numerous activities, clubs, and volunteer opportunities. Residents are free to choose their level of involvement. Bethany Village, West Union Village, and the Streets of Tanasbourne are all conveniently located nearby.

For an example of a detached home in this enviable neighborhood, take a look at this lovely two-level we happen to have listed.

556 Homes | Attached, Single-Family | Learn more

15800 NW Country Club Drive, Portland, OR 97229


2. Summerplace | NE Portland

Located equidistant from downtown Portland and Multnomah Falls, Summerplace residents enjoy proximity both to city life and to the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge.

Enjoy the tennis or pickleball courts, walking paths, or a game of bocce or horseshoes, as well as events like movie nights sponsored at the clubhouse. The community even offers RV storage on the premises.

807 Homes | Condos, Single-Family | Learn more

2020 NE 150th Avenue, Portland, OR 97230

Summerplace


3. Condolea | Lake Oswego

A condo community with a view! Mt. Hood vistas and acres of lush landscaping envelop the residents in Condolea, located in Lake Oswego, one of Oregon’s most affluent neighborhoods.

Pets are welcomed, volunteerism and active involvement are encouraged, and privacy is protected. Don’t forget the clubhouse and the pool!

56 Homes | Attached Homes | Learn more

45 Monroe Parkway, Lake Oswego, OR 97035


4. King City | Tualatin Valley

King City is known as a “55-and-better” community through and through. The clubhouse is a hub for resident activities and home to a woodworking shop, hobby and game room, and a flourishing arts and crafts studio. Classes like line dancing, Tai Chi, and water aerobics foster an active retirement lifestyle. Located along the busy artery of 99W, Oregon wine country is not far away.

1.287 Homes | Attached, Condos, Single-Family | Learn more

15300 SW 116th Avenue, King City, OR 97224


5. Summerfield | Tigard

Yet another attractive senior living scenario can be found at Tigard’s Summerfield. Whether choosing to reside in a condo, townhouse, or detached home, those living at Summerfield can enjoy the beautiful outdoor swimming pool, golf course, library, or fitness center.

Take classes or participate in clubs for everything from quilting to dance to travel, embracing the goal to “have fun and laugh often”. Nestled at the base of Bull Mountain, Summerfield is just down the road from the region’s many wineries.

We happen to have a property coming on the market in this neighborhood as well! CLICK HERE to take a peek.

1.231 Homes | Attached, Condos, Single-Family | Learn more

10650 SW Summerfield Drive, Tigard, OR 97224

 


6. Highlands | Tigard

Tigard is located smack dab in the middle of Portland’s westside suburbs, thereby convenient to just about everything the metro area has to offer. As well as proximity to parks, dining, and local health care providers, Highland residents benefit from access to a clubhouse with a ballroom, library, billiards area, and plenty of space for community gatherings, events, and clubs.

Looking for a covered front porch or back deck? Many of the residences of the Highlands qualify. Plus, the homeowners’ association covers the cost of exterior home maintenance.

319 Homes | Condos, Single-Family | Learn more

12930 SW Peachvale Street, Tigard, OR 97224


7. Charbonneau Country Club | Wilsonville

Imagine a lovely community for seniors, and Charbonneau just might be it. Gorgeously situated along the east bank of the Willamette River in Wilsonville, one of Portland’s southernmost suburbs, sit several hundred nicely appointed homes.

A fitness center with two indoor tennis courts. Homes that boast golf fairway or water views. Plenty of social engagements like potlucks or jazz concerts. Between the setting and the amenities, senior life at Charbonneau is rich!

1,500 Homes | Attached, Condos, Single-Family | Learn more

32000 SW Charbonneau Drive, Wilsonville, OR 97070

 


8. Woodburn Estates & Golf | Woodburn

Meandering along I-5 South from Portland to Salem, you’ll hit Woodburn, a diverse city full of history, culture, and agriculture, widely known for its outlet mall. Within this small town, Woodburn Estates & Golf has the distinction of being the largest active adult retirement community in the state.

An eighteen-hole golf course, billiards room, fitness center, and down-home Country Cottage Restaurant are standouts for residents. Here, you’ll have the chance to take up bunco, poker, water volleyball, or even the ukelele. Or just relax in the good company of neighbors at the weekly dances. That’s the way to feel young again!

1,510 Homes | Single-Family Homes | Learn more

1776 Country Club Road, Woodburn, OR 97071


9. Salemtowne | Salem

Finally, don’t leave out Salem as a retirement possibility. Oregon’s capital city boasts the established country club community of Salemtowne. As a resident, you can take advantage of the nine-hole executive golf course, cultivate your plants at the on-site greenhouse, or even match wits at nearby Willamette University‘s biannual mock trials. Plus, get a load of what must be one of the loveliest indoor swimming pools in the Willamette Valley! Invite the grandkids to join you once lap swim is over.

460 Homes | Attached, Single-Family | Learn more

2900 Oakcrest Drive NW, Salem, OR 97304

 

Varying degrees of housing offer the opportunity to age in place

For a more in-depth review of these planned communities for active adults aged 55 and older, you’ll find a great overview, along with additional photos and descriptions, at 55Places.com.

Each of these areas has been planned especially for older adults. By providing varying types of housing, many offer the attractive opportunity to age in place. When the time comes, do the research to see which may be the best fit for you!


We’d love to help you find that perfect retirement property! Drop us a line, or in the meantime, check out our active listings HERE.

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