Where to retire in DMV?

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Which area is more affordable and logistically practical for retirement in DMV?

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Anonymous wrote:Which area is more affordable and logistically practical for retirement in DMV?

No, I doubt that. I guess DC is more expensive than MD/VA. You will have to move out of DMV area.

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What is your definition of "logistically practical"?

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Recently have heard of a few of my friends' parents moving to Frederick county. I think there are some single-floor and 55+ communities there, and it's generally cheaper than Nova or Moco (though not cheaper than Midwest/South). It's not warm, but I think if the kids are in the DMV and they want family support, it's not a bad option.

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winchester

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It really depends on what you (they?) need. Just a house? A retirement community? There are many in the DMV - continuum of care type places where they have everything from independent living to nursing and memory care.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Which area is more affordable and logistically practical for retirement in DMV?

No, I doubt that. I guess DC is more expensive than MD/VA. You will have to move out of DMV area.

May be for people with high income, not for retired or less income.

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Anonymous wrote:What is your definition of "logistically practical"?

Basics like places to walk to, like grocery/restaurants/parks/theaters, healthcare access, public transport, smaller/affordable homes, lively neighborhood.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Which area is more affordable and logistically practical for retirement in DMV?

No, I doubt that. I guess DC is more expensive than MD/VA. You will have to move out of DMV area.

You doubt what? OP asked a question, not made a statement.

[Anonymous]

Leisureworld in Silver Spring has some very inexpensive condos.

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Anonymous wrote:
Basics like places to walk to, like grocery/restaurants/parks/theaters, healthcare access, public transport, smaller/affordable homes, lively neighborhood.

Not to be a downer but I'm having a hard time thinking of any place that has affordable homes and is walkable to public transport or theaters. First step is identifying budget, and then go from there. My parents considered moving here upon retirement but didn't want a mortgage, and the sale of their very nice home in a flyover state wouldn't even cover the cost of a condo here unless they went way out into Howard County or Manassas.

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Interesting to see Leisure World mentioned. I do not understand why units have not been updated and even the homes seem stuck in the
late 1970s or 80s. I will say there is a medical practice right on site which is independent and not just one doctor. There also are close by basic
services such as grocery, drug store etc. In general MOCO seems to be high, but better on housing prices, but not sure on rents. On site, there
it appears there are options for exercising and various interest groups as well as places to eat - without a meal plan. It could be an inexpensive interim
move before a need for more comprehensive health care supports.

We are interested in a similar 55+ active adult community if we were to move closer to family as we have a daughter with a disability who lives with us .
Where we are she works part-time, volunteers and has rec activities so hard to rebuild that network. Also health care for anything is 20 minutes. Any
suggestions would be welcome on the Virginia side. After 21 years on the top tier of the Developmental Disability Medicaid Waiver Waiting list, she just
git a funded slot. So it will be important more for her future care options, but it will limit us to Virginia.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Interesting to see Leisure World mentioned. I do not understand why units have not been updated and even the homes seem stuck in the
late 1970s or 80s. I will say there is a medical practice right on site which is independent and not just one doctor. There also are close by basic
services such as grocery, drug store etc. In general MOCO seems to be high, but better on housing prices, but not sure on rents. On site, there
it appears there are options for exercising and various interest groups as well as places to eat - without a meal plan. It could be an inexpensive interim
move before a need for more comprehensive health care supports.

We are interested in a similar 55+ active adult community if we were to move closer to family as we have a daughter with a disability who lives with us .
Where we are she works part-time, volunteers and has rec activities so hard to rebuild that network. Also health care for anything is 20 minutes. Any
suggestions would be welcome on the Virginia side. After 21 years on the top tier of the Developmental Disability Medicaid Waiver Waiting list, she just
git a funded slot. So it will be important more for her future care options, but it will limit us to Virginia.

Landsdowne?

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Anonymous wrote:winchester

Can you please elaborate on the reasons Winchester is a good place for retirement? DH wants to be near the mountains and we are considering various places. TIA

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Which area is more affordable and logistically practical for retirement in DMV?

No, I doubt that. I guess DC is more expensive than MD/VA. You will have to move out of DMV area.

You doubt what? OP asked a question, not made a statement.

PP doubt there is such areas in DMV. Duh.