8 Best Small Towns to Retire in the Southern United States
Article Excerpt: "The Southern United States balances a wide natural setting with affordable living. Hospitable residents, sunny climates, and a strong devotion to early American history pull retirees here year after year. ...The oldest town in Florida pairs a deep historical record with cultural and recreational depth. St. Augustine covers most of the basics, from healthcare facilities like Flagler Hospital and Flagler Health+ Village to a lively music scene and recreational watersports along the Matanzas River and the Atlantic coast. Year-round subtropical weather adds about 300 days of beach-friendly conditions to quality of life here. The trade-off is the price, with average home values around $599,450 and annual living expenses about 7.6% above the state average. Independent living options anchor the senior community, with Allegro Senior Living and Symphony at St. Augustine among the most established. Community hubs like St. George Street and Vilano Beach are good ways to take the local temperature, and the Lightner Museum and the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum cover most of the local history. ..."
Resource: www.worldatlas.com
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