Connecticut has a modest but real 55+ community market, mostly in the central part of the state. Inventory is thinner than the Sun Belt, but for buyers who want to stay in the Northeast near family, there are legitimate options. The tax picture is the honest challenge — property taxes here are among the highest in the country.
55+ Markets in Connecticut
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Connecticut Retirement Tax Snapshot
Connecticut taxes Social Security for higher-income filers. Property taxes are high — effective rates often exceed 1.5-2.0%. Income tax is 3-6.99%. The tradeoff is proximity to NYC, Boston, and no need to relocate away from family.
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