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- This Dorchester County town ranked No. 7 on AOL's Money & Finance rankings of the 2009 best and most affordable neighborhoods to retire to in the U.S., so it is perfect for that retiree looking for a quiet place to call home that doesn't break the bank or deplete the pension. The median price of a home in this community of more than 11,000 is only about $320,000. The area sits along the Chesapeake Bay, making seaside recreational activities, such as sailing, fishing and even catching crabs, popular pastimes. More than 40 percent of all residents are age 45 and up, making it a vibrant and social retirement community. Entertainment is abundant in Cambridge. If you're a history buff, then you'll love one of the city's three museums. Cambridge's Sailwinds Park offers residents a riverside location for concerts, festivals and fairs. Plus, don't miss the annual Taste of Cambridge, which offers residents a chance to sample many of the historic downtown's various crab incarnation offerings.
- The state's capital, this city of a little less than 40,000 residents is the perfect retirement community for older adults who have a sizable nest egg saved up. Located near Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis is an upscale community, where the median home price can run about $500,000. At a mere 26 miles to the north, Baltimore is easily accessible, as is Washington, D.C., which is only about 30 miles west. A little more than one-third of the population is over the age of 45. Getting around is no big deal in Annapolis. The city features an eight-route bus system. Yet, the most appealing part of Annapolis is its seaside activities and its quaint New England appearance, which attracts visitors from across the country every year. Dining is one of the key attractions, as the area's crab cakes and various seafoods are internationally known. For older adults looking to continue their educations, there are 45 universities, colleges and professional schools in a 30-mile radius. Finally, if golfing is more your pace, there are 135 public golf courses in the area.
- If rural life is more your pace, then Leonardtown, located on the south side of the state by Breton Bay, is the place for you. With a population of only about 2,000, Leonardtown is fairly isolated from any major city; in fact, it is two hours south of Baltimore. But what it lacks in urban culture, it more than makes up in small-town charm. The historic downtown district looks untouched from the 19th century, with colonial-style buildings including a courthouse and the town square. The city features a wharf on an inlet of the Potomac, which features new, upscale housing. In general, housing in the area is priced decently, with homes ranging between $350,000 and $425,000. Leonardtown might be tiny, but it knows how to entertain. The city is most famous for its annual fair, which features the national oyster-shucking championships. There is also the Port of Leonardtown Public Park, which serves as both a winery and the launch point for a 3-mile canoe trail.
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