Fall 2026 Guide to 55+ Active Adult Communities in Hamilton & Boone County
Active adult living is surging across Hamilton and Boone County, led by Del Webb resort-style campuses in Fishers, Westfield, and Noblesville and Epcon luxury ranches in Zionsville. Here is the fall 2026 guide to the leading 55+ communities, their amenities, pricing, and what makes each one desirable, from Susan Roberts, SRES.
For active adults thinking about their next chapter, Hamilton and Boone County have become two of the strongest 55+ markets in Indiana. Del Webb and Epcon lead the way with resort-style communities in Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Zionsville, joined by boutique neighborhoods, rental options, and several new builds breaking ground right now.
The amenities that define these communities run the same path everywhere: lifestyle clubhouses, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness and movement studios, pickleball and bocce courts, walking trails, and social programming run by on-site lifestyle directors. Pricing spans from the mid-$300,000 range for fresh Del Webb construction to the mid-$800,000s and beyond for luxury Epcon ranches.
Here is the fall 2026 city-by-city guide to 55+ living across Hamilton County and Boone County, with what makes each community worth a visit and who each is best suited for.
Britton Falls: the largest and most established 55+ community
Britton Falls by Del Webb, off Olio Road in Fishers, is the largest and most established active adult community in the region, with roughly 1,050 single-family homes built out since 2006. Now a resale-only market, it offers the most inventory to choose from, pricing largely in the low-$300,000 to high-$400,000 range.
Monthly HOA fees run about $184 to $274 and cover the clubhouse, lawn care, trash, and snow removal, which makes low-maintenance living simple. The clubhouse anchors an active social calendar, and the location keeps residents close to Fishers restaurants, shopping, and the Nickel Plate District.
Best for: buyers who want an established, active community with resale variety and the peace of mind of predictable monthly fees.
Kimblewick: new-construction, nature-forward living
Kimblewick by Del Webb, built in Westfield since 2020, is a newer, nature-forward community priced from roughly $362,990 and ranging into the mid-$500,000s. Its location puts residents steps from the Monon Trail and close to downtown Westfield and Grand Park, one of the largest youth sports complexes in the country.
The community pairs modern single-level and two-story floor plans with the Del Webb lifestyle clubhouse, pools, and that brand's GenYou design collections. New construction means buyers can often select finishes and personalize their home before move-in.
Best for: active adults who want a brand-new home, trail access, and the energy of Westfield's growing downtown.
Finch Creek: the newest flagship from Del Webb, plus rentals
Finch Creek by Del Webb, which opened in spring 2025 in Noblesville, is the newest flagship community in the area, set within a 514-acre master plan of 675 residences. Homes start around $344,990 with an average near $451,000, and ranch and two-story plans span roughly 1,502 to 2,754 square feet. HOA fees run about $162 to $374 per month, covering a clubhouse with indoor and outdoor pools and a fitness center.
Noblesville is also the site of one of the newest Epcon developments, the Courtyards of Deer Creek, plus three new 55+ builds and the Encore 55+ rental apartments (one-bedrooms around $1,549 and two-bedrooms around $1,699 per month). For seniors who prefer renting in a 55+ setting, Encore and Fishers Run offer flexible alternatives to ownership.
Best for: buyers who want the newest construction, builder-backed warranties, and resort amenities in a fast-growing community.
Heritage at Spring Mill and the Carmel options
Carmel offers some of the most desirable active adult living in the county. Heritage at Spring Mill by Pulte features single-family ranch homes from the mid-$300,000s, within reach of Carmel's world-class arts district, dining, and award-winning schools. The Cottages at Carmel rounds out the city's 55+ inventory with a boutique, maintenance-free feel.
Carmel's appeal for active adults is lifestyle as much as housing: miles of trails, the Monon Greenway, the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, and an overall walkable, amenity-rich environment that consistently ranks among the best places to retire in the Midwest.
Best for: culture-loving active adults who want walkability, arts, and dining close to home.
Epcon's Courtyards and Reserve at Russell Oaks
West Zionsville has become the epicenter of luxury 55+ ranches in Boone County. The Courtyards of Russell Oaks by Epcon, about a mile from downtown Zionsville, is a 150-home neighborhood near Russell Lake with new-construction single-level homes priced from roughly $539,900 to $851,000, spanning about 1,576 to 3,841 square feet.
The Reserve at Russell Oaks, also by Epcon, offers single-level luxury ranches from the mid-$800,000s with a clubhouse, fitness center, heated pool, pickleball, bocce, and walking paths. Across Boone County, active-adult pricing broadly runs from roughly $289,995 to $998,195, with Zionsville's nine retirement communities clustered around $289,990 to $559,990 for entry points.
Whitestown, a fast-growing Boone County town nearby, continues to attract value-conscious empty-nesters with newer construction, lower price points, and easy access to the interstate.
Best for: buyers who prioritize premium single-level construction, lake proximity, and small-town charm with big-city access.
What is shaping the 55+ market this season
- New construction keeps coming: Del Webb's Finch Creek and Sagebriar openings and Epcon's ongoing expansions mean fresh inventory and more finish choices for buyers in 2026.
- More rental options: 55+ and senior apartments such as Encore in Noblesville and Fishers Run give active adults an ownership-free path to community living.
- Amenities are the differentiator: Pools, movement studios, pickleball, bocce, walking trails, and lifestyle directors have shifted from nice-to-have to expected in this market.
- Ranch and single-level floor plans win: Most buyers want the flexibility and future-proofing of a one-level home, which is why Epcon's single-level ranches command premium pricing.
For most active adults, the "right" community comes down to matching a lifestyle: how active you want to be, whether you prefer new construction or established resale, and whether you want to rent, own, or buy a builder spec home. A specialist who has walked every one of these communities can shortcut that matching process considerably.
Sources & Methodology
Community details (builders, pricing, square footage, HOA fees, amenities) compiled from Del Webb by Pulte, Epcon Communities, and 55places.com listings current as of early September 2026. Market pricing ranges reflect published asking prices and typical sales ranges and can vary by floor plan, phase, and lot. Always verify current pricing and availability with the builder and a licensed local agent.
This article is intended for informational purposes only. Community pricing, amenities, and availability change frequently and should be verified directly with the builder or community sales office before making any decision.
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