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| What Saint Augustine is like for active adults |
The City of Saint Augustine, Florida is the longest continuously occupied European settlement in the U.S. This popular retirement community was established in 1565 by the Spanish. It has been under 4 flags – Spanish, English, Confederate, and U.S. – and some of these (Spain and U.S.) more than once! Located on Florida’s northeast coast and southeast of Jacksonville, Saint Augustine has about 12,000 residents. The area is experiencing rapid growth, particularly among active adults 55+. This diverse city has a mild climate in the winter.
Several Spanish Colonial Revival Style buildings from the Spanish era still exist in the city, most notably the 1672 fort by the Spanish, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument. Henry Flagler helped build St. Augustine into a winter resort for the very wealthy. Some of the mansions and palatial hotels from this period still exist and have been converted to buildings at Flagler College and in several museums. There is plenty for active adults to do in this retirement community including fabulous beaches and public golf courses such as St. John’s Golf Club. The Retired and Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP) is very active here. Saint Augustine Beach is located in St. Johns County.
Active adults 55 plus can choose from a variety of housing alternatives. In the city it tends to be single family historic homes showing Spanish influences – usually in the $300,000’s and up. Outside of the old city there are newer, less expensive choices and many condos. Prices are higher for waterfront property. Further out of town there are retirement communities and a number of mobile home communities. The median home price in early 2008 was about $160,000 - down from just over $200,000 in 2006.
Property taxes are assessed at $22.77 per $1,000 of assessed value (assessed at 100% of market value). |
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| What is special about this community |
| • Bridge of Lions
• Casa Monica Hotel
• Castillo de San Marcos
• Cathedral of St. Augustine
• Flagler College, part of which is the former Ponce de Leon Hotel
• Lightner Museum and City Hall
• Fort Matanzas National Monument |
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| What is not special about this community |
| • Downtown traffic
• Hurricane season
• Living in a tourist town |
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| What kinds of people like living here |
| Saint Augustine attracts a community of active adults who want to live in an interesting, historic community with mild winters. There is a lot to do that is connected with the city’s rich heritage. There are plenty of opportunities for interesting volunteer and part time work due to the many historic buildings and the strength of the tourist industry. |
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| Local economy is driven by |
| Tourism, services, and real estate are important to the economy. |
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| Physical environment |
| Saint Augustine is in the northern portion of the east coast of Florida. Access to the Atlantic Ocean is via the St. Augustine Inlet of the Matanzas River. |
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| Cultural environment |
| Saint Augustine cultural events tend to center around Flagler College and the many museums in the city. Nearby Jacksonville tends to be the cultural center. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Flagler Hospital West has 230 beds. |
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| Transportation |
| St. Augustine Airport.
Jacksonville International (48 miles).
There is no public transport |
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Active Adult Communities in Saint Augustine |
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| Saint Augustine Active Communities |
| Facts about SAINT AUGUSTINE | | State | : FL | | Environment | : Urban,Suburban,Coastal, | | City Population | : 10,000-25,000 | | 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 | : 2000-4000 | | Total Crime Index | : 81-90 (low) | | Cost of Living Index | : 91-100 (slightly below average) | | Culture Index | : 111-120 (high) | | State Sales Tax | : Yes | | State Income Tax | : Yes | | Name of the Guide | : |
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Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 4.6/5 ( 25 votes cast)
Expense:
Inexpensive to Luxury
2. Rating: 4.8/5 ( 23 votes cast)
Taxes:
Inexpensive to Expensive
3. Rating: 4.7/5 ( 23 votes cast)
Culture:
None to Cosmopolitan
4. Rating: 4.9/5 ( 21 votes cast)
Recreation:
None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 21 votes cast)
Transportation:
Boondocks to World Hub
6. Rating: 4.9/5 ( 21 votes cast)
Security:
Dangerous to Ft. Knox
7. Rating: 4.9/5 ( 22 votes cast)
Medical Facilities:
None to Excellent
8. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 20 votes cast)
Political Situation:
Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 4.9/5 ( 22 votes cast)
Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 5.0/5 ( 20 votes cast)
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