Brevard : North carolina

What Brevard is like for active adults

The town of Brevard, North Carolina consistently ranks near the top of popular lists of “best retirement communities” and “best places to live, work, and play”. Located in southwestern North Carolina on the border with Georgia, this small town is surrounded by the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains; it has a small town environment; plus many friendly people who will welcome you to town. Not to mention that you get to tell your friends you now live in Transylvania (County, that is). Brevard is nicknamed "The Land of Waterfalls" due to the many waterfalls in the area. The nearby Pisgah National Forest is a major tourist attraction. Brevard College and its music programs are another plus for this community.

Brevard is a small friendly town with a downtown you can easily walk around and greet your neighbors. The town has about 7,000 people. There is much to like as a retirement community. Tourist attractions and recreational activities include biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, etc. North Carolina’s moderate climate is another attraction. Although tourism provides some jobs for retirees, the quality and quantity of jobs is limited. Brevard is located in the county seat of Transylvania County.

Where to Live
Retirees can live in town or in one of the many active adult communities in the area (see Active Adult Communities link at top right). College Walk has independent and assisted living.

Real Estate Prices
In late 2009 City-Data indicated the average home price was about $190,000.

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What is special about this retirement community

• Friendly small town • 250 waterfalls, including Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock • Pisgah National Forest (470 miles of hiking trails), plus several other state forests and nature reserves • Unusually strong musical and cultural programs • Four annual street festivals

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What is not special about this retirement community

Not for those looking for an urban environment. It is cooler here in winter than the rest of North Carolina. The area is experiencing tremendous growth.

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What kinds of people like retiring here

Retirees will like living here because it has beautiful natural surroundings and friendly people. For small town lovers who are interested in music and the arts, this place is tops. Use this link for a page that explains the various types of retirement communities

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Local economy is driven by

Tourism, performing arts, government, construction

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Climate and Physical Environment

Brevard is located near the Pisgah National Forest in southwestern North Carolina. It has a moderate climate and great environmental beauty. Due to its elevation it is considerably cooler here than in the rest of North Carolina.

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Cultural environment

The Brevard Music Center is one of the country’s top summer music teaching and performance institutions. That is one reason why Brevard’s music and arts community is so strong. Brevard College is a 4 year college with a nationally-recognized program in music. Its Porter Center for the Performing Arts, along with the Transylvania Community Arts Council, bring a full schedule of cultural events to town. The Tinsley Museum and Research Center offers exhibits. There are 8 art galleries in town, along with the Brevard Little Theatre.

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Medical facilities

Transylvania Community Hospital is a full service hospital.

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Transportation

The Asheville Airport is about 25 minutes away.

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Facts about BREVARD

State: NC
Environment: College Town,Mountains,Small Town,
City Population: Less than 10,000
Median age of Population: 45-64
Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
Total Crime Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
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: jfb48

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