Washington Mountain Communities and Homes

If you are looking for peace and tranquility when choosing where to retire, the mountains might just be the place for you! When you live near the mountains, you enjoy the natural wonder of the landscape including: clear starry night skies, the sounds and stillness of nature, and of course all of the hiking one could ask for. Whether you take advantage of the mountainous sports such as skiing or canoeing, or rather relax in solitude, the mountains are the perfect place to retire. Retirenet.com offers a wide range of mountain communities from The Appalachian’s to The Sierra Nevada’s and everything in between. Once you have decided where you want to retire, come check out our premium 55 plus communities nestled in the heart of the mountains. Retirenet.com has listings varying from the more affordable, all the way to the most luxurious mountain retirement communities. Explore our beautiful mountain listings below and happy home hunting!

Washington is a state for the outdoorsy retiree. There are many recreational opportunities from hiking and bird watching to golfing and skiing. The beautiful landscape offers gorgeous views of both mountain ranges and the Pacific Ocean. For sea-loving retirees, The San Juan Islands are the place to be with sailing, kayaking, and whale-watching.

Commonly known for it's fishing, Washington has also recently become well-known for its wine. Over the past 10 years, the number of wineries has almost tripled.

Though the state has no income tax, Washington does have higher-than-average sales tax and overall cost of living. If you can afford to spend a little more, the Seattle area is a favorite for retirement, often landing on “Best Places to Retire” lists.