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Bartlesville

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What it's Like to Retire in Bartlesville

One of the world’s top Mozart Festivals, Frank Lloyd Wright’s only skyscraper, an Arts Center, a stunning Community Center, plus 2 college campuses – these are just some of the surprising treasures in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. This small town of 34,000 in northeastern Oklahoma is greatly underappreciated as a retirement community for active adults... more >>

State: Oklahoma

Lake eufaula

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What it's Like to Retire in Lake Eufaula

Eufaula is a small town of less than 3,000 people on Eufaula Lake,  a large reservoir in east central Oklahoma. The area is a popular resort and desirable as a low-key, relaxing retirement spot. Lake Eufaula has approximately 143,000 acres of water and over 600 miles of shoreline. Retirees can enjoy year-round outdoor activities in scenic Oklahoma, while experiencing some of the lowest housing costs and lowest cost of living in the United States... more >>

State: Oklahoma

Lynchburg

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What it's Like to Retire in Lynchburg

Sometimes referred to as "Hill City" because of its rolling landscape, Lynchburg (population 73,000) is located in central Virgina and often lands on the "Best Places to Live" lists. Thomas Jefferson built his personal retreat here, Poplar Forest. Nowadays it is a subdued but lovely town with working class values. Five lively college campuses make Lynchburg a vibrant college town... more >>

State: Virginia

Redding

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What it's Like to Retire in Redding

Redding is a city of 90,000 in north central California.  It is the county seat of Shasta County and experiences hot summers and wet winters which are conducive to its farming and ranching lifestyle. This north state area provides water to Southern California from the Shasta Dam, which in turn provides great outdoor recreation opportunities to the area.  Photo of Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay courtesy of Wikipedia and Razster... more >>

State: California