Best In 55+ Real Estate™

🏆 Ranked #1 Oldest County in America — 57.7% Aged 65+ — ALEX Intelligence, 2026. What happens when a community becomes so old that it outgrows its own design? Sumter County leads the nation with 57.7% of residents aged 65 and over—a demographic benchmark for 55+ real estate. But here’s the twist: nearly half of age-restricted communities nationwide lack formal age verification, undermining their legal standing under HOPA. In a county where 6 in 10 residents are seniors, outdated infrastructure and compliance gaps create a crisis in housing integrity. This isn’t just about age—it’s about whether 55+ communities are built to serve those they claim to serve. Top 10 Counties by Share Aged 65 and Over (ALEX Intelligence — 2026) #1 Sumter County <- this market #2 Jefferson County #3 Charlotte County #4 Sarasota County #5 Llano County #6 Curry County #7 Citrus County #8 Highlands County #9 Indian River County #10 Roscommon County Source: https://alex-companies.com/data/2026-09-20-fifty-five-plus-fifty-five-plus-senior-share-county-us View and join any or all of our communities — AI, quantum, and real estate: https://alex-companies.com/reports/linkedin-groups If there's an AI, quantum, or real estate community you'd like to see us convene, tell us — this portfolio grows by request. Real Estate Strategy & Intelligence Leader. Democratized Blue Ocean Strategist & Operator. Diane Hart Alexander, MBA, MHA Chair & CEO, ALEX Companies Designated Broker, Alexander Tiffany Southwest, LLC dba ALEX.realestate, et.al. Texas License #574877-B · Broker License #565194-BB [email protected] · +1 713.591.9902