North Idaho 55+ Communities | Coeur d’Alene Area

55+ ADULT COMMUNITIES GUIDE
There are some truly great 55+ communities in the Coeur d’Alene area. Here in North Idaho 55+ communities can have some really great amenities, and, best of all, they are located in the dazzling nature of North Idaho. Tired of shoveling the walk? Don’t feel like mowing the lawn? There is a perfect North Idaho 55+ community for you!
55+ Communities
in North Idaho
North Idaho 55+ communities make it easy for empty-nesters that are free to explore, enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle. 55 plus neighborhoods can offer a wide range of amenities and services for residents. So even though you may own a 55+ property in the northwest, maintenance can truly be a breeze.
In Coeur d’Alene, there is easy access to many conveniences such as the Fred Meyer superstore which has everything from groceries to clothing that active adults may want or need. Other necessities include the WinCo, the Centennial Trail, Riverstone, and Kootenai Medical Center. Here in North Idaho there is a simpler way of life – made all the better by being surrounded by nature.
There are 55+ communities that offer townhomes/condos, single-family homes, and duplex homes. These communities often offer more than your standard home with benefits like community swimming pools, spas/hot tubs, saunas, fitness centers, high-efficiency homes and even golf practice areas.
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Meadow Ranch | 55+ Community in North Idaho
Here in the beautiful 55+ neighborhood of Meadow Ranch the beauty of nature and a touch of the past flourish with a charm second to none. This active adult community offers homebuyers an opportunity to escape the drudgery of home maintenance and upkeep, freeing them to explore their social life. Yes, that’s right, no more shoveling the walk!
The old-school charm of this community can be seen in the details. With a restored vintage barn acting as the clubhouse and a refurbished windmill hints from a simple farm life add to the rustic charm of natural beauty of North Idaho.
Meadow Ranch Real Estate
This community of 80 homes was constructed by ActiveWest Builders, who has won the Idaho Smart Growth and Green Building Award for the highly energy-efficient cottage-style homes. Homebuyers can choose from Cottage View Single-Family Homes, Townhomes, or Cottage Garden Homes ranging in size from 800 square feet to 2,200 square feet.
Meadow Ranch Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Exercise Room
- Catering Kitchen
- Reading Room
- Library
- Multi-Purpose Room
- Community Garden
- Apple Orchard
- Refurbished Dairy Barn & Windmill
- Parks & Natural Space
- Walking & Biking Trails
Included with the modest Homeowners Association fee (HOA Fee) is; snow removal, landscaping maintenance (front only), clubhouse access and community maintenance.
The clubhouse is unique in both design and functionality. This clubhouse is an actual restored barn from the 1940s that adds an interesting character to the community. This fun and stylish barn has an exercise room, catering kitchen, library and multi-purpose room designed for the enjoyment of homeowners of this stunning community.
Outdoors residents of Meadow Ranch will find some truly great amenities both inside and outside the boundaries of this community. Inside the community there is a community garden, an apple orchard, walking trails and open spaces. Outside the community there is shopping, camping, fishing, golf, hiking, boating and much more!
Leisure Park | 55+ Community in Hayden Lake, ID
Leisure Park is a 55+ community located in the city of Hayden Lake, ID and has been thriving since 1985. This community boasts a great location only minutes from downtown Coeur d’Alene. Here at Leisure Park homeowners are surrounded by some of the best outdoor activities including; golf, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, biking, boating, sailing or just enjoying nature. Here there are over 20 floor plans in this community that currently has 245 homes constructed. This community also has one of the lowest fees of any 55+ community in the area.
This tight knit community of like minded individuals are invested in having a good time. Central to the social life at Leisure Park is the community clubhouse, which is booked with events like potluck dinners, BBQ’s, Bingo, holiday events and much more.
If you are searching for a very community-oriented 55+ home to own in the heart of Hayden Lake, ID, then look no further than this long-established community of Leisure Park.
Golden Spike Estates | 55+ Community in Rathdrum, Idaho
Golden Spike Estates is a 55 plus development located in the North Idaho town of Rathdrum just 13 miles north of Coeur d’Alene (25 minutes by car). This premiere age-restricted community was built with 324 homes constructed by Glacier Homes between 2004 and 2015. Offering low-maintenance homeownership and some truly great amenities, homeowners have plenty of activities and tons of great events that make living in this wonderful community a year-round party!
Golden Spike Estates Real Estate
Touted at a safe and affordable community, this community simplifies homeownership by offering a land-lease structure. This means that residents purchase their home and lease the land their home sits on. This eliminates the need for homeowner’s association fees and consolidates other expenses like community-wide WIFI internet service, garbage removal, snow-removal, city water and property taxes.
Homes in this community range in size from 1,200 square feet to 1,850 square feet with an attached 2-car garage.
With a wide variety of differing floor plan models there is surely a plan to suit most everyone’s needs, many homeowners opted for builder upgrades. These high-quality homes all come equipped with heated driveways, low-step showers, wide entry doors, low maintenance exteriors, landscaping sprinkler systems and energy efficient designs.
Golden Spike Community Amenities
With a beautiful 12,000+ square foot clubhouse and tons of outdoor amenities, Golden Spike Estates encourages a healthy lifestyle and social opportunities that are second to none. Homeowners have 24-hour access to the clubhouse and its amenities. There is also an Activities Committee that coordinates social and recreational activities throughout the year. See the full list of amenities below.
Amenities in the 12,000 SQ FT Clubhouse:
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Sauna
- Locker rooms and showers
- Movie room with theater-style seating
- Exercise room
- Library
- Internet WIFI hotspot
- Billiards
- Ping Pong
Outdoor Amenities:
- 9-Hole chipping green
- Dog parks
- 2 bocce ball courts
- Barbecue
- Picnic area / gazebo
- Firepit
- Pickleball court
- Horseshoe pits
- Guest RV Parking
- RV Storage Lot
Diamond Spike 55+ Community in Rathdrum, Idaho
Diamond Spike 55+ is North Idaho’s newest 55+ community. Located across the street from Golden Spike, this pretty little 24 home community extends the Golden Spike Community to the North.
Community Amenities
Amenities in the 12,000 SQ FT Clubhouse:
- Indoor pool and hot tub
- Sauna
- Locker rooms and showers
- Movie room with theater-style seating
- Exercise room
- Library
- Internet WIFI hotspot
- Billiards
- Ping Pong
Outdoor Amenities
- 9-Hole chipping green
- Dog parks
- 2 bocce ball courts
- Barbecue
- Picnic area / gazebo
- Firepit
- Pickleball court
- Horseshoe pits
- Guest RV Parking
- RV Storage Lot
The Village at Syringa Gardens | 55+ Community in Post Falls, Idaho
Located in Post Falls, Idaho, this single family home community is a perfect example of the lifestyle afforded to those 55 or better. Built in 2010 with a small selection of just 19 homes and a stunningly large choice of 5 different floor plans, this 55+ community may be the perfect place to right-size once the kids have left.
Here homes range in size from 1,006 square feet to 1,514 square feet – perfectly designed for right-sizing your lifestyle. These cottage-style homes have 1 – 3 bedrooms and 1.5 – 2 bathrooms, 2-car garages and just a ton of charm.
Developed by Viking Homes, there are five floor plan models to choose from and all homes include 9-foot ceilings, enclosed patio area and rear-loading garages. Individual optional upgrades include; granite counters, gas fireplaces and maple color cabinets.
Amenities:
- Walking / Biking Trails
- Community Garden
- Natural Spaces / Parks