Downsizing - featuring Riverside Gardens, North Richmond.

Many people want to downsize within their existing community, or at least stay within striking distance, so they can stay close to grandchildren, family and friends, doctors and familiar shops and other facilities.  There are many stylish new 'over 55' developments now available which are specifically designed to cater for this younger group of prospective retirees. These are not traditional retirement villages, yet they offer much more than just any ordinary apartment development.

One such example in the Sydney area is Riverside Gardens in North Richmond, which offers a country lifestyle with big city convenience. Brand new three bedroom villas in the beautiful Hawkesbury Valley are available from $360,000. It provides all the lifestyle benefits you could want, and proximity to transport and shops. Cats and small dogs are welcome, so you can bring your pet. Should you need assistance in the future, a 24 hour emergency call service is provided, and you are close to medical and hospital services. They already have residents living in the village and a very pleasant community centre.  Work on stage 2 is due to commence at the end of October this year, and you may qualify for the stamp duty exemption which is currently available for over 55's buying new or 'off the plan' properties before June 2012.