Top Retirement Communities in Dallas

By Sanda Brown

May 14, 2025 at 12:16 PM CST

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Dallas has everything an active adult could possibly want to start their next adventure.

Beautiful lakes surround the area, making it perfect for hiking, boating, and outdoor recreation. The city has a booming economy for people who still love the challenges of a job. The exciting culture of the area, including its world-famous Tex-Mex restaurants, make it an exciting place to enjoy retirement.

In addition to an amazing environment, Dallas has fantastic retirement communities where 55+ home shoppers can enjoy every moment of their new lives. If you want to retire here, explore the top retirement communities in Dallas.

Frisco Lakes by Del Webb

Golf, two amazing amenity centers and trails, oh my! Del Webb combines excellent amenities, beautiful homes and plenty of amenities to create a wonderful place to retire to in Frisco, Texas. With more than 15 different homes to choose from — including two-bedroom, two-bath homes to three-bedrooms, two-and-a-half bath homes — home shoppers will find a new home that fits their needs.

Amenities in Frisco Lakes include more than 100 social clubs and organizations to take part in, paved walking trails, a resort-style pool and tennis and bocce courts. If your retirement includes staying active, healthy and getting the most that life has to offer, you will love life in Frisco Lakes.

Gatherings at Mercer Crossing by Beazer Homes

In Farmers Branch, Texas, Beazer Homes has created an opening soon beautiful and low-maintenance 55+ community. The single-floor condominiums have elevator access and spacious open living areas and allow retirees to enjoy an affordable, hassle-free life. Take in life from your private balcony and watch the sun set

Gatherings at Mercer Crossing lets you live close to where you want to be.

The Legends by Village Builders

For retirees who want to enjoy a life of luxury after years of hard work, The Legends by Village Builders is the perfect age-restricted community. This exclusive gated neighborhood in beautiful Flower Mound, Texas, lets active adults enjoy a low-maintenance retirement in style in a beautiful, energy-efficient home.

Residents of the community can choose from 10 functional floor plans, from single-story homes to 1.5-story homes with main floor master suites.

After working hard, you deserve the best life has to offer. In the top retirement communities in Dallas, you can take advantage of a vibrant city, fantastic amenities and interesting neighbors as you make the most of your golden years.

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Sanda Brown

After graduating in 2016 from The University of Texas with a degree in English, Sanda Brown became a content writer for the BDX with a focus on website copy and content marketing. At the BDX, Sanda helps write and edit articles on NewHomeSource.com, writes website copy for builders, and manages a team of freelancers that work on additional content needs.