
Clearbrook, located at exit 8A of the New Jersey Turnpike, offers quality, value and a full compliment of activities for the active adult seeking the lifestyle of an Active Adult Community. Security includes a Gatehouse entrance attended 24 hours daily with a roving security guard. All exterior maintenance is provided for by the professional staff including lawn care and snow removal.
A magnificent 25,000 sq. foot clubhouse is the hub for a variety of activities including woodworking, art, ceramics, billiards, sewing, etc. Other amenities include a cultural center, two outdoor swimming pools, shuffleboard courts, and a 9 hole par 35 golf course with golf pro. Express commuter buses to Port Authority in Manhattan depart from the main road, just outside the main gate to the community.
With a variety of different models, prices range from about $120,000 to under $350,000 depending on the age, condition, location and upgrades to the home.
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Concordia is a luxury active
Adult Community that offers contemporary single and multifamily residences
around a recreation complex that includes a multi-million dollar club house
with indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, saunas and whirlpools, lighted
tennis courts, and optional membership in a championship 18 hole par 72 golf
course. The choices of activities are endless. For your peace of mind each home
is equipped with Emergency Assistance Panel to alert security for police or
medical emergencies.
Your monthly Homeowners Association fee includes 24
hour gated security, some exterior maintenance including siding and roof
repair, gardening plus clubhouse membership.
Homes(resales) range from a
low of $170,000 to $350,000 depending on the model, location, condition and
upgrades to the unit. The community is about 17 years old but is very well
maintained kept in pristine condition.
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This newer Adult Community in
Monroe Township, with 397 units, off exit 8a of the New Jersey Turnpike, is
currently nearing completion..
This exclusive community provides
activities and amenities that keep pace with the rhythm of your active life.
The spacious Clubhouse will be the heart and soul of the community. A grand
ballroom, state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor aquatic center,
library, café, billiard room and club room, are just some of the
amenities that are available to residents. Hands-on classes for pottery,
jewelry making, painting and interesting lecture series are also
featured.
This intimate community is nestled on 120 acres and will offer
a variety of home designs from 1,500 to 1,800 sq. ft.
Prices range from
$375,000 to over $550,000 depending on the model selected, location, and
upgrades added. An optional second story is available on some models. No
basements are available.
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This new community being built
by Lennar Homes will begin construction by the summer of 2006 with the first
homes scheduled for delivery in late Fall, 2006.
This community of 945
homes will feature 4 different models of detached single family units with two
models of semi-attached villa homes, all with two car garages.
The
magnificent 40,000 square foot state-of-the-art clubhouse will be one of the
largest in any Active Adult Community and will feature an indoor pool, huge
exercise rooms, private locker rooms, Arts and Crafts room, Library, large
ball-style room, multi-purpose meeting rooms, professional office space and
multiple card and game rooms and much more.
Lennar homes come with "Ei"
features (Everything included) and will feature enhanced landscape packages
including sprinkler systems, energy saving house-wrap, furniture quality
cabinets, GE Profile appliances, elegant granite countertops, and much more.
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This lovely Adult Community has
it all. With a large variety of housing units, including villas, town houses,
and single family detached homes with one and two car garages, you are sure to
find the perfect home to fit your needs.
Located off exit 8a of the New
Jersey Turnpike, Greenbriar is a gated community with full-time security. A
renovated 35,000 + sq. ft clubhouse offers a full range of activities including
art, ceramics, photography, fitness center, billiards and woodworking. Other
amenities include an indoor heated pool with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room;
indoor running track, lighted tennis courts, outdoor 25 meter pool, and 24 hour
nursing services on site. The Tap Room is a great place to meet and
socialize with neighbors over coffee, lunch or dinner. Transportation to
commuter stations and shopping is also provided.
Prices range from
$220,000 to $325,000 for units in the older Whittingham section to $325,000 -
$600,000 or more depending on the size of the home, location, and amenities in
the newer Greenbriar section. Some homes may offer a basement, fireplace, or
second story.
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One of the newest of the Adult
Communities is Regency at Monroe with 867 units, located off exit 8A of the New
Jersey Turnpike.
After passing through the guard-gated entrance, you
pass a shimmering pond leading to the majestic 26,000 sq. ft clubhouse which
features a complete Spa & Fitness Center, Arts & Crafts Studio,
Billiard Rooms, Business Center, Library, Card Rooms, Coffee Lounge, and so
much more. An indoor heated pool, outside pool and 9 hole Arnold Palmer
designed executive par 3 golf course are just some of the amenities you will
find at Regency.
A variety of models are available, all with 2 car
garages. Optional lofts and basements are available on some models. Please call
us for current price information on units in this community.
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Renaissance at Cranbury Crossing will is
currently being built and features a superb selection of six different two
bedrooms two bath, single level, detached home designs ranging in size from
1,679 to 1,942 sq. ft. These homes offer luxurious master suites, gourmet
kitchens, two-car garages, and plenty of room for options and expansion. Base
prices start in the mid $300,000.
Located on Cranbury Station Road,
just 4/10 of a mile West of Applegarth Road in Monroe Township, Renaissance at
Cranbury Crossing is conveniently located in proximity to local shops and
restaurants, major mall, and the abundant cultural offerings available in
nearby Princeton. There are four golf courses within a five-mile radius, along
with numerous parks, cinemas, theatres, and museums. Manhattan and Philadelphia
are both approximately an hour away.
The community's centerpiece is a
lavish 7,200 square foot clubhouse where you can go for a workout in the
state-of-the-art fitness center, meet friends for a game of cards or billiards,
read a book by the fireplace, or go online in the computer center. Outdoors
feature amenities that include bocce, shuffleboard and tennis courts, a large
swimming pool, sundecks and patios, barbecue grill stations, an outdoor
whirlpool, large putting green with sand traps, and even a playground for
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Renaissance at Monroe in Middlesex County is
currently being built and will have 348 units within this gated entry
community, where a sense of privacy and intimacy abounds amid 106 acres of lush
landscaping that incorporates lakes and ponds with sparkling fountains.
The 15,500 sq. foot clubhouse, offers many amenities usually found only
in much larger communities, and is the social and recreational hub of this new
enclave. In addition to the grand ballroom, the facility features an indoor and
outdoor pool, state-of-the-art exercise facilities, library with computer
center, card rooms, and much more.
Single family detached homes will
have two or three bedrooms and two baths. The Renaissance at Monroe is located
off Route 33, just 1.5 miles east of exit 8 of the New Jersey Turnpike.
Convenient bus transportation to Manhattan is very close by. Greater Princeton
is less than 12 miles west.
Please call us for current selling
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Consistently listed as one of the top 20 retirement communities in the country, Rossmoor is located just off Exit 8A of the New Jersey Turnpike, with a 55 minute express bus service to Port Authority in Manhattan. There are 2,300 homes consisting of co-ops and condos with 3500 residents who enjoy this beautifully matured landscaped 418 acres situated around an 18 hole golf course. A full range of activities, clubs and events take place in the clubhouse. Other amenities include outdoor heated pools, tennis courts, Boccie & Croquet courts, fitness center, billiards and more.
Homes range from a low of $80,000 for older smaller units (one and two bedrooms co-ops) to $110,000 to $3400,000 for newer and larger (two bedroom, den, patio, 2 baths condos) and single family homes.
Currently 40 years old, Rossmoor is very well maintained and their clubhouse is being remodeled and updated.
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This thoughtfully planned
community was designed to provide a healthy lifestyle for its residents.
Located off exit 8a of the New Jersey Turnpike, it is conveniently located
between Manhattan, Philadelphia and Princeton.
After passing though the
security entrance, you come upon the 19 acre nature preserve where you can
stroll through wild flower meadows or fish with your grandchildren from the
boardwalk.
Although a separate entity, it shares facilities with
Clearbrook, providing residents with all the amenities and activities usually
found in an Active Adult Community. A beautiful clubhouse, with an indoor pool,
offers a wide variety of activities.
There is a variety of housing
units with resale prices ranging from the $290,000s to
$495000.
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Western Monmouth County is the perfect location for K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Upper Freehold, with its charming and historic ambiance, easy access to major roadways and numerous shopping venues. The nearby borough of Allentown, settled in 1706, boasts many quaint and lovely stores. Upper Freehold is convenient to the many points of interest in central New Jersey, from the sparkling beaches of the Jersey Shore to the bustling downtown and state government offices of Trenton.
Historically inspired luxurious 2 or 3 bedroom ranch style single family homes feature 2 - 3-1/2 baths. Some models also have a second story with additional bedroom, bathroom and loft area. Eight different model homes ranging from 1,480 to 2,889 sq. ft. were constructed.
The spectacular clubhouse features a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, card rooms, billiard room, library plus other amenities.
This community has been completed and is totally sold out and is available only for resales. | 
Four Seasons in historic
Cranbury has 82 single family ranch style homes that range from 1800 to 2350
sq. feet. Homes feature two or three bedrooms, two baths and a garage, and some
may have an optional second floor. In addition, there are 54 carriage homes
specially designed to embrace the historical flavor of Cranbury. Among the
features are a 6,600 sq. foot clubhouse, pool and other amenities. All homes
conform to the New Jersey Energy Star guidelines. You can walk to the historic
town of Cranbury from this location.
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This Toll Brothers community is
located in East Windsor, New Jersey, Mercer County. Riviera at East Windsor is
a premier active adult, 55+ age restricted community offering an exciting,
resort-class lifestyle. As a Riviera homeowner, you will enjoy the finest in
amenities including a 12,000 square foot clubhouse with indoor and outdoor
pools, tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, bocce and shuffleboard
courts, billiards room and more.
Ideally located in Central Jersey,
Riviera at East Windsor offers the convenience of the city, in a beautiful
country setting, close to shopping, recreation, and entertainment.
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This new U.S. Homes Active Adult
Community in Florence, Burlington County, is the smallest of any previous U.S.
Home "Greenbriar" community in New Jersey with just 240 homes. The convenient
location provides residents a quick access to the New Jersey and Pennsylvania
Turnpikes, Routes 130, 195 and 295.
Four of the floor plans offer
first-floor master suites along with the comprehensive amenities package and
attention to detail that buyers have come to associate with U.S. Home. Homes
will range in size from 1,665 to 2,675 sq. ft with seven distinctive housing
designs offered. All two bedroom models will offer first-floor master suites,
formal living and dining rooms, family rooms and gourmet kitchens with
breakfast nooks.
A 7,000 sq. ft. clubhouse is opened in 2005 includes a
billiard room, library, fitness center, multi-purpose craft rooms and a
kitchen. An outdoor pool, bocce and tennis courts will also
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Specifically designed for adults
55 and better who prefer a healthy active lifestyle, everything within this
intimate and charming environment of just 232 single-family homes reflects this
commitment. An 8,000 square foot clubhouse reigns supreme as the recreational
hub of the community
the center for socialization and entertaining.
The clubhouse features an oversized catering kitchen, comfortable card
rooms, a sports/billiards room, crafts center, fitness center, men's and
women's locker rooms with saunas and spa. Outdoor activities include a
sparkling swimming pool, tennis courts, boccie courts, scenic walking trails
with exercise stations and delightful flower garden area.
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The time of your life is waiting
to begin at Locust Hill. Named for the rich locust tree grove that lined the
Burholme estate on which it is built, this warm, friendly community offers
adults over 55 an active, low-maintenance lifestyle in an ideal picturesque
setting. Built by the award winning Sharbell Development Corporation, Locust
Hill is set within a charming central New Jersey location, rich in local
history.
With only 247 homes in the community, you'll get to know your
neighbors on a first name basis. A variety of home styles is available - 5
single family semi-detached homes and 5 single family detached
homes.
Construction has already been completed and only resales are now
available. Please call us for availability and prices. |

Enchantment at Hightstown is a 78
unit community currently being built offering an extraordinary lifestyle
inspired by the celebrated, award winning Enchantment at
Hamilton.
Enchantment at Hightstown will offer luxury and grand floor
plans at a terrific value, along with the convenience of low-maintenance
living. Units are available up to 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and 2 car garages. A
second floor loft is an available option. Also featured will be a superb
clubhouse, complete with a state-of-the-art fitness center, swimming pool,
library, card room, and more. |

This new K. Hovnanian Active Adult Community
is located near the prestigious Battleground Country Club boasts the privacy
and security of a gated entry. Purchasers will be awestruck by the magnificent
lifestyle that awaits them.
Homes will be single family detached with 2
or 3 bedrooms and 2-car garages offering approximately 1,900 to 2,300 square
feet of living space. Several additional "loft" plans offer two-stories, up to
3,250 square feet of living space, and unparalleled luxury.
Amenities
planned include a spectacular community lifestyle and recreation center,
putting green, indoor and outdoor pool, sauna and whirlpool, tennis courts and
serene walking trails through an on-site nature preserve.
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This new Active Adult Community, currently
being built, is conveniently located in Manalapan close to the Monmouth
Battlefield State Park off route 33 and close to the Freehold Raceway Mall.
The development will feature 115 single family homes from 1824 to 2556
sq. ft with 5 different models available, one of which comes with a 2nd floor.
Basements are available on certain home sites. Prices will start in the mid to
upper $300,000 and the average lot size will be 55x125.
A 4,000 sq. ft
clubhouse with outdoor pool, putting green plus other amenities will be
available. |

River Pointe, a new community being built by
Del Webb, is the perfect community for your active adult lifestyle - a great
location in desirable Northern Ocean County, just minutes from the beautiful
beaches of the Jersey Shore. Construction is scheduled to begin in June, 2006
with the first homes ready for delivery in late Fall, early Winter. Manchester
Township affords good schools, parks, and recreation, and is located nearby a
wide variety of quality shopping, dining, golf and entertainment venues for
your enjoyment. You'll love the magnificent 16,000 square foot recreation
center, complete with indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, games and activities
throughout the year. At River Pointe you're amidst natural woodlands, open
spaces with scenic ponds and a picturesque gazebo.
Prices are expected
to start around $335,000 for the smallest model and $410,000 for the largest
model. Many additions and options are available. |

This new Active Adult Community will feature
242 homes with a 16,000+ sq. ft. Clubhouse and an indoor pool. Also featured
will be an outdoor pool, lighted tennis courts, aerobic and weight room, card
rooms, and Jacuzzi and sauna rooms. Five different models are offered with some
homes featuring a walkout basement. The area is abundant with fabulous
shopping, highlighted by the renowned Freehold Raceway Mall and local boutiques
combined with a variety of recreational opportunities including the delights of
the nearby Jersey shore. |

This new Toll Brothers Active-Adult community
currently being built in Plainsboro, New Jersey offers a friendly lifestyle
reflecting a close-knit neighborhood community. This charming sanctuary offers
two distinctive collections of homes, the Villas and the Highlands, with unique
floor plans designed with abundant features and backed by the
nationally-renowned Toll Brothers reputation. The Villas, a stunning collection
of single-family homes, showcase traditional architecture in harmony with
modern living spaces. The Highlands, with its sophisticated exterior, offers
three stories of luxurious single-level living with elevator access.
Set in a relaxed and exclusive atmosphere, located in Southern
Middlesex County, the community offers elegant one and two bedroom homes with
private balconies with open floor plans that are perfect for entertaining.
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The new K. Hovnanian Active Adult Community,
with 192 single-family style homes, is located in South Brunswick in suburban
Middlesex County, close to everything. This premier community offers the famous
Four Seasons "resort-at-home" active lifestyle with amenities that are second
to none. The magnificent clubhouse will feature a heated pool and spa,
state-of-the-art fitness center, card rooms, billiards, and many other
activities. A wide range of home designs and options are available, all with
two to three bedrooms, two baths, 2 car garages, including a sumptuous master
bedroom and bath suite, formal living and dining rooms, family room, fireplace,
spacious kitchen and much more. Please call us for current pricing on these
units. |

La Grande at Bear Creek is an SGS Community built in West Windsor, New Jersey. There are 540 detached homes with six basic designs. Facilities include a clubhouse, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools. Resales range from about $350,000 to over $500,000 depending on the model and upgrades added to the home. Please call us for current selling prices. |  
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