Frequently Asked Questions
At Traditions of America, we specialize in creating award-winning 55+ active adult communities designed for homeowners who want a low-maintenance, resort-like lifestyle. Below are answers to some of the most common questions from prospective homeowners.
General Questions
Traditions of America is a leading developer of 55+ active adult communities, offering highly customizable, low-maintenance homes in the best locations across the Mid-Atlantic region. Our communities provide resort-style amenities, vibrant social opportunities, and thoughtfully designed homes customized to your lifestyle.
Traditions of America communities are located in sought-after regions like Chester County, PA, Lehigh Valley, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Lancaster, PA, Richmond, VA and beyond, with access to premier shopping, dining, healthcare, and recreation. Visit our Community Locator to find a new community near you!
Traditions of America is different in that our sole focus is 55+ homebuilding. For nearly 30 years, we have focused exclusively on the development of resort-style 55+ communities. With this specialization comes deep knowledge of how to design the very BEST 55+ community. We have a lifestyle-first approach to development which means we prioritize designing the premier amenities in our markets and opening them as soon as possible for residents to enjoy. Additionally, unlike many other builders, at Traditions of America we encourage customization. Here, you can move walls, rearrange your floorplan, add a sunroom, create your dream en-suite bathroom … the possibilities are endless!
According to reviews left on Google and the Better Business Bureau, residents are impressed with the amenities, level of customization, and sense of community at Traditions of America. Here are some quotes from actual reviews:
- “We decided on Traditions of America because of the welcoming community, beautiful house plans, and excellent location. We were not disappointed! The sales team, designers, builders and all the folks who work here made a tremendous effort to see that we were happy every step of the way. We appreciate the work of the whole team. We highly recommend this community!”
- “From the beginning design stage to now living in the new house the staff at Traditions made the process as simple as possible.”
- “Beautiful homes being built. Best 55+ community south of Richmond.”
- “My wife and I want to extend our heartfelt thanks for building us such a beautiful home. From the start of the process dealing with sales and design was pure pleasure. Their knowledge and expertise was very obvious and helped tremendously with the decision-making process. A huge thank you to our builder, your leadership and your team’s dedication to excellence made this journey truly special. The craftmanship and attention to detail exceeded our expectations, especially the weekly e-mail updates. We were never out of the loop. We highly recommend Traditions of America to anyone looking for a wonderful home and an outstanding building experience in a 55 plus community.”
Home & Customization
We offer a variety of single-family and attached homes, all thoughtfully designed for main-level living with open-concept layouts, gourmet kitchens, and luxury finishes. Optional second floors, finished basements, and countless personalized design features are also available.
Absolutely! We offer extensive customization options, from floorplan modifications to high-end finishes, ensuring your home fits your lifestyle perfectly. Work with our design experts to create a space that truly feels like home.
Yes, all homes are built with modern energy-efficient features, including high-performance windows, insulation, and smart home technology, helping to lower utility costs and reduce environmental impact.
Community Living & Amenities
Please check the individual community page for a full list of amenities specific to that site. Our communities offer various resort-style amenities, such as:
- Clubhouses with outdoor heated pools
- Pickleball, tennis, bocce, and shuffleboard
- Walking & biking trails
- Fitness Center
- Yoga Studio
- Saunas
- Community gardens
- Dog parks
- Social clubs & planned events organized by a full-time Lifestyle Director
- Golf simulators, putting greens, wine tasting rooms, and more
Absolutely! We offer extensive customization options, from floorplan modifications to high-end finishes, ensuring your home fits your lifestyle perfectly. Work with our design experts to create a space that truly feels like home.
Every Traditions of America community has a full-time Lifestyle Director who plans activities, organizes events, and fosters a vibrant social scene to ensure homeowners stay engaged and connected.
Yes! Our communities are pet-friendly, and many locations even feature dog parks and pet-friendly walking paths.
Yes. The HOA manages exterior maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and community amenities, so you can enjoy a low-maintenance, worry-free lifestyle. HOA fees vary by community and cover these essential services.
Purchasing & Financing
Our streamlined buying process includes:
- Choosing your community
- Homesite Walk
- Initial Design Meeting
- Customizing your home with our professional Design Consultants
- Construction of your new home with meetings and inspections along the way
- New Home Orientation with our Personal Builder
- Enjoying a seamless move-in experience with attentive follow-up inspections from our team
We partner with respected preferred lenders, Wells Fargo and New American Funding, who specialize in financing for active adults and can guide you through the mortgage process.
Yes, we offer limited-time incentives on select homes, homesites, and design upgrades. Contact our on-site sales team for our current offers!
80% of our community residents must be over 55, 20% may be under 55. This is spelled out by the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995 (HOPA), which is part of the Federal Fair Housing Act.
Visiting & Touring
Our on-site Welcome Center is open 7 days a week! We encourage you to make an appointment in advance of your visit so we can best assist you. We offer in-person and virtual tours as well as stay experiences at select communities so you can experience the lifestyle firsthand. Schedule a tour here.
- Phone: (215) 732-9600
- Email: info@nulltraditionsofamerica.com
- Visit Our Contact Page
We look forward to welcoming you home to Traditions of America!
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