Boats on the water at sunset with a lighthouse in the background near Del Webb's new homes in Hilton Head, South Carolina
Boats on the water at sunset with a lighthouse in the background near Del Webb's new homes in Hilton Head, South Carolina
55+ Active Adult Communities in Bluffton
Bluffton, South Carolina, is the perfect location for those looking for new homes in retirement communities with year-round outdoor activities and months of sunshine. Del Webb’s active adult communities in Bluffton offer homes conveniently located near 40 golf courses and the Island of Hilton Head. Choose from Inspired Designs by Del Webb® with open floor plans and Smart Home features that make like easier. With resort-style amenities and activities you’ll love calling our communities home.
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FAQs about 55+ Communities in Bluffton
Why Choose a 55+ Community in Bluffton?
Choosing a 55+ community in Bluffton, South Carolina, means enjoying an active adult lifestyle with more opportunities to connect, stay active and make every day your own. At Sun City Hilton Head, an array of amenities and activities makes it easy to spend your time doing more of what you love.
Tee off on the community’s golf courses, enjoy a game of tennis or pickleball, get moving at the fitness centers and pools, or explore miles of walking trails. With clubs, classes, creative pursuits and social activities to discover, there are plenty of ways to meet neighbors who share your interests—and find new ones along the way.
Whether your perfect day includes a morning workout, an afternoon on the golf course or time spent with friends, Sun City Hilton Head gives you the freedom to choose what feels right for you.
It’s all part of living in an active adult community where connection comes naturally, new experiences are always within reach and it’s easy to feel like you belong.
Tee off on the community’s golf courses, enjoy a game of tennis or pickleball, get moving at the fitness centers and pools, or explore miles of walking trails. With clubs, classes, creative pursuits and social activities to discover, there are plenty of ways to meet neighbors who share your interests—and find new ones along the way.
Whether your perfect day includes a morning workout, an afternoon on the golf course or time spent with friends, Sun City Hilton Head gives you the freedom to choose what feels right for you.
It’s all part of living in an active adult community where connection comes naturally, new experiences are always within reach and it’s easy to feel like you belong.
Why are Homebuyers Retiring in Bluffton?
Homebuyers are drawn to Bluffton, SC, for its relaxed Coastal Lowcountry lifestyle, mild climate, outdoor recreation, and welcoming Southern charm. Its convenient location near Hilton Head and Savannah also makes it easy to enjoy beautiful beaches, dining, shopping, and memorable day trips.
Bluffton has a character all its own, with scenic waterways, moss-draped oaks, local restaurants, art galleries, and a downtown that invites you to slow down and stay awhile. With generally mild weather throughout the year, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside for golf, boating, and other favorite activities.
For homebuyers exploring 55+ communities, Bluffton offers an appealing mix of relaxation and adventure. You can spend the morning on the golf course, meet friends for lunch, head to Hilton Head for an afternoon by the water, or plan an evening in nearby Savannah. It’s a place where you have the freedom to make every day your own—and enjoy the Lowcountry lifestyle at your pace.
Bluffton has a character all its own, with scenic waterways, moss-draped oaks, local restaurants, art galleries, and a downtown that invites you to slow down and stay awhile. With generally mild weather throughout the year, there are plenty of opportunities to get outside for golf, boating, and other favorite activities.
For homebuyers exploring 55+ communities, Bluffton offers an appealing mix of relaxation and adventure. You can spend the morning on the golf course, meet friends for lunch, head to Hilton Head for an afternoon by the water, or plan an evening in nearby Savannah. It’s a place where you have the freedom to make every day your own—and enjoy the Lowcountry lifestyle at your pace.
Benefits of Active Adult Living with Del Webb
Active adult living with Del Webb brings together the freedom of a low-maintenance lifestyle with more opportunities to stay active and enjoy each day your way. Del Webb 55+ communities are thoughtfully designed around the way you live, with benefits that include:
Lifestyle programming: Fill your calendar—or leave it wide open with plenty of ways to stay active, meet your neighbors, and try something new.
Thoughtful community design: Welcoming amenities and gathering spaces help bring neighbors together and support an active lifestyle.
New construction homes: Enjoy a new home with modern floor plans, contemporary features and spaces made for relaxing, entertaining and everything in between.
Low-maintenance living: Meaning less time spent on home upkeep and more time for the people, activities and experiences you enjoy.
At a Del Webb 55+ community, active adult living is about having more choice and a welcoming place where it's easy to feel at home. Come see how today.
Lifestyle programming: Fill your calendar—or leave it wide open with plenty of ways to stay active, meet your neighbors, and try something new.
Thoughtful community design: Welcoming amenities and gathering spaces help bring neighbors together and support an active lifestyle.
New construction homes: Enjoy a new home with modern floor plans, contemporary features and spaces made for relaxing, entertaining and everything in between.
Low-maintenance living: Meaning less time spent on home upkeep and more time for the people, activities and experiences you enjoy.
At a Del Webb 55+ community, active adult living is about having more choice and a welcoming place where it's easy to feel at home. Come see how today.
Personalized Homes & Retirement Communities by Del Webb
As you are looking through Bluffton neighborhoods, you are probably evaluating many things. If you have your eyes set on the opportunity to design your home, and dream about living in one of South Carolina’s 55+ communities, then a new home at Del Webb is perfect. For over 70 years, Del Webb has been one of the best quality home builders of active adult communities in the country.
We start with numerous dream house floor plans for you to select from. Whether you are looking for a home with two master suites or you have always dreamed of an open concept kitchen with abundant natural light, we have a floor plan that will fit for you.
Once you have the right plan, you can add you own personalizing touches. Choose from features like granite countertops, hardwood floors and more. Or, opt for trays in your bedroom or living spaces to give you the feeling of vaulted ceilings throughout your home. You can even personalize with smart home technology features like smart thermostats, garage doors and door locks.
Outside of the home, enjoy numerous activities for active adults. At our Bluffton community, Sun City Hilton Head, try one of our three golf courses onsite or stay active at one of the fitness centers and pools on property. At Del Webb there is always something to do and you will quickly see why Sun City Hilton Head has been named one of the best 55+ communities by 55places.com two years in a row.
We start with numerous dream house floor plans for you to select from. Whether you are looking for a home with two master suites or you have always dreamed of an open concept kitchen with abundant natural light, we have a floor plan that will fit for you.
Once you have the right plan, you can add you own personalizing touches. Choose from features like granite countertops, hardwood floors and more. Or, opt for trays in your bedroom or living spaces to give you the feeling of vaulted ceilings throughout your home. You can even personalize with smart home technology features like smart thermostats, garage doors and door locks.
Outside of the home, enjoy numerous activities for active adults. At our Bluffton community, Sun City Hilton Head, try one of our three golf courses onsite or stay active at one of the fitness centers and pools on property. At Del Webb there is always something to do and you will quickly see why Sun City Hilton Head has been named one of the best 55+ communities by 55places.com two years in a row.
Buy a New Home in Active Adult 55+ Community
With proximity to Savannah, Beaufort and Hilton Head Island, a new home in one of Bluffton’s retirement communities is a perfect place to enjoy coastal living. While access to the beach is certainly one of the main attractions in Bluffton, residents can also enjoy being in the middle of a golfer’s paradise with over 40 courses in the Bluffton and Hilton Head area. Onsite, enjoy the courses of Okatie Creek, Hidden Cypress and Argent Lakes. Other nearby courses include May River Golf Club, designed by Jack Nicklaus® with fairways meandering along the May River and Old South Golf Links built in 1991 by Clyde Johnston. When you are not golfing or relaxing at nearby Hilton Head Island, enjoy the dining and boutiques in Old Town Bluffton, which is known for its artsy and historic vibe- the city was even recently granted a state designation as a Cultural District and is on the national registry for historical places.
For those still looking forward to retirement, active adult communities in the area provide access to some of the largest employers in Bluffton. Working professionals can explore opportunities at companies like Gulfstream, Marriott Vacation Club International and Hilton Head Regional Medical Center. Making Bluffton great for active adults with backgrounds in the aerospace, hospitality and medical fields.
When you are looking to make the most out of your next stage in life, Bluffton is a great place to call home.
For those still looking forward to retirement, active adult communities in the area provide access to some of the largest employers in Bluffton. Working professionals can explore opportunities at companies like Gulfstream, Marriott Vacation Club International and Hilton Head Regional Medical Center. Making Bluffton great for active adults with backgrounds in the aerospace, hospitality and medical fields.
When you are looking to make the most out of your next stage in life, Bluffton is a great place to call home.
What to Expect Living in Bluffton, SC
Now that you are set on buying your dream home in Bluffton, you may be wondering about the values of homes and cost of living in the area. After all, you want to make sure you factor both the cost of home financing and your new active adult lifestyle into your retirement budgeting. While Bluffton’s cost of living is similar to national levels, the fact that South Carolina does not tax Social Security benefits and currently has a $15,000 deduction on other types of retirement income, makes over 55 communities in the area a very attractive option.
When you are ready to explore new homes in 55+ communities and start the next chapter of your life, trust the experts at Del Webb to help you find your perfect new home.
When you are ready to explore new homes in 55+ communities and start the next chapter of your life, trust the experts at Del Webb to help you find your perfect new home.