55+ Communities in West Chester, Ohio

West Chester Township is the most amenity-rich active adult location on the Cincinnati side — and it sits in Butler County, the lowest-tax county in this entire market at ~1.00% effective. The combination of premium retail, UC Health access, and the lowest property tax rate is why Epcon built its flagship Cincinnati community here.

Why West Chester Township Commands a Premium

The Butler County advantage in dollars: A $450,000 home in West Chester pays ~$4,500/yr in property taxes. The same home in Greene County (Beavercreek) pays ~$6,075/yr, and in Montgomery County (Dayton) ~$6,975/yr. Over 10 years, West Chester saves $15,750–$24,750 vs. the Dayton-side counties on identical home value.

West Chester 55+ Communities

Bel Haven

84 homes · Epcon · New Construction · 55+ Age-Restricted · Low $500s+

Epcon's Cincinnati flagship. Detached courtyard ranch homes with private enclosed yards, 2.5-car garages, and a new clubhouse with heated pool and fitness center. Legally restricted 55+ under HOPA. The premium choice for buyers who want detached living with Butler County's tax advantage. On Beckett Road near the SR-747/SR-129 interchange.

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Villas at Park Place

~43 homes · Epcon · Age-Targeted · High $200s–$400s resale

Epcon's original West Chester courtyard community, directly across Beckett Road from Bel Haven. Ranch condos and quad-style homes, HOA ~$235/mo, with pool and clubhouse already established. The lower-priced way into West Chester's Butler County tax advantage — resale only, occasional turnover.

Listed on the market hub — under 50 homes, no standalone profile per coverage standard.

West Chester Property Tax: Butler County Math

Home PriceAnnual Tax (~1.00%)After Homestead ExemptionMonthly Tax
$450,000~$4,500~$4,210~$375
$530,000~$5,300~$5,010~$442
$600,000~$6,000~$5,710~$500

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