Oxford neighborhoods are a great place to start enjoying the exciting lifestyle that 55+ communities offer. With decades of experience as one of the nation’s largest and best quality home builders, trust the experts at Del Webb to find you a new home that is sure to delight.

When you design your home with Del Webb, our goal is to bring your dream house floor plans to life with one of our inspired layouts. Find floor plans, perfect for active adults, with spaces to connect and relax. Enjoy the open concept design of our great room spaces which allow for seamless entertaining flow, or appreciate ample natural light with our outdoor deck spaces, perfect for family barbecues. Many of our layouts even include optional trays so you can add an elegant flair to your space and give your home the airy feeling of vaulted ceilings.

Once you have chosen your perfect layout, enhance your space with smart home technology features, like smart thermostats and locks, that help make life easier. Or, opt to personalize your home with design elements such as granite countertops and hardwood floors that help make your space unique.

At Del Webb, your new home is just a part of the journey. When you move into one of our active adult communities, you also get to experience an amenity-rich lifestyle where you can connect with other active adults and enjoy all that Oxford has to offer.

When looking at retirement communities in Oxford, you may be wondering what sort of activities are available. Located in western New Haven County, attractions in Oxford include many parks and outdoor trails. Visit Southford Falls State Park and enjoy over 126 acres perfect for hiking, fishing or just taking in the scenic views of the park’s waterfalls and historic covered bridge. Other local nature spots include the Paugussett Trail, Lake Zoar and Webb Mountain Park, great for hiking and exploring. Golfers in the area will appreciate access to the onsite Golf Club at Oxford Greens, one of Connecticut’s newest and top-ranked public courses, while everyone will appreciate the nearby shopping at Oxford’s new Quarry Walk center and Shops at Southbury Green. If you need some time away, Oxford offers convenient access not only to the Connecticut coastline, but also to some of the area’s best ski resorts.

Oxford’s proximity to New Haven also makes it a good place for residents in active adult communities who are still working or thinking about a second career. While employers in Oxford include places like Pratt & Whitney and Hartford Hospital, residents can also take advantage of opportunities in New Haven like Yale University, Yale New Haven Hospital and the Southern New England Telephone Company.

With so much to offer, a new home in one of Oxford’s 55+ communities provides residents a great mix between work and play.

When you are looking at over 55 communities in Connecticut and thinking about buying your dream home you want to make sure your new home is a source of joy. That is why your retirement budgeting should take into account the values of homes and the overall cost of living in Oxford, so you aren’t surprised by what you will have to pay to secure the home financing you need and still enjoy the active lifestyle 55+ communities offer.

It is important to know that the cost of living in Oxford is higher than national average but is in line with other parts of Connecticut. Active adults can expect to pay state income taxes on most types of retirement income, however Social Security benefits are sometimes exempt helping to make new homes in the area more affordable.

If you are looking for a new home in Oxford, Del Webb is here to help.