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What Carrabelle is like for active adults
Carrabelle is a small town in the Gulf Coast of the Florida panhandle.  The population is about 1300.  Active adults 55+ are moving to this area west of Tallahassee because of its mild climate, outstanding recreation opportunities, and slower pace than in much of Florida.

There is at least one active development in Carrabelle and many others are either nearby or planned for the area. Home prices have been erratic in 2007-8, but tend to be in the $100's.
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What is special about this community
Coastal lifestyle. Outstanding recreation opportunities - beaches and parks.  World's smallest police station (phone booth sized
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What is not special about this community
Small town 50 miles from closest city - Tallahassee
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What kinds of people like living here
People like living here who enjoy living in small towns on the coast. It offers a relaxing lifestyle
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Local economy is driven by
Tourism, fishing, construction, agriculture
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Physical environment
Carrabelle is located in the panhandle of Florida (northwest) near East Point
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Cultural environment
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Medical facilities
George Weems Memorial Hospital is 27 miles away in Apalachicola
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Transportation
Tallahassee Regional Airport is 43 miles away.  This airport has great service through Delta and is extremely convenient.
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Active Adult Communities in Carrabelle

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SeaSide Village
SeaSide Village’s brand new “green certified”, energy efficient homes in Carrabelle are an amazing affordably-priced value.  Active adults can enjoy small-town living and a first-class coastal lifestyle starting at just $159,90
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Facts about CARRABELLE
State:  FL
Environment:  Coastal,Small Town,
City Population:  Less than 10,000
Median age of Population:  25-44
Avg Jan Temperature:  41-60
Median HH Income:  20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS):  $100,000-$200,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house:  NA
Total Crime Index:  81-90 (low)
Cost of Living Index:  91-100 (slightly below average)
Culture Index:  81-90 (low)
State Sales Tax:  Yes
State Income Tax:  No
Name of the Guide:  boomer1
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