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Austin, TX is one of the fastest-growing and most famous cities in the U.S. Due to its laid-back vibe, great food, live music, and accessibility to nature, Austin is a destination–and not just for the youth. Seniors are now flocking to this ideal location for retirement over destinations like California and Florida.
If you’re retired and want to catch the vibe of Austin but don’t want to commit to the price tag that comes along with big city living, think about Round Rock, TX and its many options for senior apartments.
Retirement communities near Austin, TX are great ways to continue exploring and enjoying the capital city while reaping the benefits of living in an age-friendly city.
The eight domains of an age-friendly city include things like access to housing, reliable public transportation, community support, and social participation. Round Rock checks many of those boxes, but it’s even easier for seniors to check all of the boxes in retirement communities like Double Creek.
Why Do Retirees Love Round Rock?
This suburb’s senior apartments are plentiful and only 20 minutes away from downtown Austin. Access to parks, shopping, entertainment, and health care makes Round Rock a retirement destination. Let’s take a tour of how seniors enjoy year-round fun.
Staying Active
Whether you’re looking to get your steps in, soak up some sun, or want to give the grandkids a nice place to play, Round Rock is home to 37 parks. Some of the favorites of Double Creek’s residents include:
- Round Rock West Park
- Old Settlers Park
- Pfluger Park
- Memorial Park
- Shopping
Another way to get your walking steps in is shopping in Round Rock. People looking for uniquely Austin gifts and great deals can find what they need here. Downtown Round Rock is full of small-town charm and local businesses. The University Oaks Shopping Center is home to the Austin area Ikea, and don’t forget to stop by the Round Rock Premium Outlets for extra savings.
Seeing the Sights
You’ll find Double Creek residents at Dell Diamond Stadium cheering on the Round Rock Express in the summertime.
If you’re not from Round Rock, you can enjoy a history lesson at Brushy Creek Crossing in Memorial Park to see the round rock that made this town famous.
See, taste, and experience what the local bees are up to with tours and classes at Round Rock Honey.
Should I Tour Round Rock Senior Apartments?
At Double Creek, you can retire to Round Rock and enjoy all eight domains that make a location ideal for seniors.
Double Creek provides retirees with assisted living and memory care in a beautiful community setting only a 10-minute drive from downtown Round Rock and a 20 minute trip to Austin.
View your new home and imagine a lifestyle of staying active and connected while also experiencing:
- Personalized care
- Daily needs assistance and medication management
- Weekly housekeeping
- Scheduled transportation
- Full calendar of wellness programming and social activities
- Premier chef-prepared dining
- A private outdoor area, putting green, and garden
