Ponds and palm trees are scattered among the 1,300 attractive residences that come in a variety of pastel colors. Homes sit on ample lots with mature landscaping and manicured grass. Some residences have a front porch and a white picket fence. Others have a long driveway perfect for an RV. Dwellings come with two to three bedrooms, two baths and an attached two car garage. Interiors, particularly ones found in newer models, have laminate wood flooring, tall windows, ceiling fans, built in shelving, a formal dining room, vaulted ceilings, tile in the baths and more.

Home prices start below $50,000 and top out in the mid- to high-$100,000s. Please verify these prices with a Realtor as they are bound to change.

Lot fees cover access to the amenities and grounds maintenance. Homeowners are responsible for paying their own utilities and homeowner's insurance. New home buyers are credit checked by the community. Pets are welcome, although some restrictions apply.

Residents enjoy an inviting, 17,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, which has a whitewashed exterior with a red roof. It houses a library, a spa, a fitness center, a game room, a spa, a large kitchen, a business center and a ballroom. There are also tennis courts, a small putting green, and outdoor swimming pool and secure RV storage.

The community has numerous clubs and social groups. Events and activities are planned and coordinated by a full time activities director.

Beaches are just 10 miles to the east of Coquina Crossing, and historic St. Augustine is always a fun place to spend the day. Jacksonville, 45 miles to the north, is the place for big-city amenities, boasting everything from professional football to world class live theater.

Elkton does not have a hospital, but Flagler Hospital is in St. Augustine and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Summer temperatures are in the 80s and 90s, and winter temperatures are in the 40s, 50s and 60s. On average, the area receives 48 inches of rain per year.

Visit www.southernhomesnfla.com for more information.

Florida:

Named Pascua Florida by Juan Ponce De Leon, the Sunshine State did not enter the Union until March 3, 1845. Balmy mild winters began attracting snowbirds to the state in the late 19th century. Retirees continue to flock to the state. It's not hard to see why tourism has become the leading industry.

International trade and citrus are also major contributors to the state's economy. Eighty percent of the nation's oranges and grapefruits are grown here, and 40 percent of all U.S. exports to Latin America flow through Florida.

Florida's landscape includes uplands and coastal plains. It contains more than 11,000 miles of waterways and about 4,500 islands spread across 10 acres.

Florida has 1,250 golf courses, more than any other state in the Union. The 47 mile Pinellas Trail is the longest urban trail on the east coast. Orlando theme parks attract more visitors than any other theme parks in the U.S. The only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles co-exist is in National Everglades Park.

Stats:

Population - 20,612,439

Persons 65 years old and over - 20%

High school graduates age 25+ - 87%

Bachelor's degree or higher age 25+ - 26%

Persons of Hispanic or Latino origin - 24%

White persons, not Hispanic - 55%

Median household income - $46,596

Median home value - $159,000

Persons in poverty - 16%

Social Security taxed? No

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

Who Buys in a 55+ Community?

Age-restricted communities, at least those for residents age 55 or better, generally appeal to people seeking a sense of community with other people from similar socioeconomic backgrounds. Most developments are gated or at least have some type of secured access and appeal to retirees seeking a sense of security. People who enjoy lots of amenities, planned activities and social interaction also buy in 55+ developments. Just an FYI: newer communities tend to have a younger demographic while older communities usually have a more mature set of residents, primarily because residents in older developments purchased when they were younger and have stayed put.

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