Renaissance At Manalapan sits in Monmouth County, New Jersey, down near the Route 9 corridor, with shopping centers close by, and over twenty public and private golf courses not too far off, and you can drive to Atlantic City's casinos in about ninety minutes if you want, or you can get to Freehold Raceway and Monmouth Park for the horse races in about thirty minutes, which is nice because sometimes folks like a day out. The community has 127 single-family homes with two or three bedrooms, built by Carlton Homes between 2001 and 2002, and most houses have modern features-some with basements, lofts, big family rooms, two-car garages, wide driveways, formal dining rooms, open kitchens, and sizes that usually run from 1,598 to 2,422 square feet, with a few going up to 2,700 square feet, and here you have well-maintained lawns and homes that look pretty neat and clean. Home prices usually stay in the low $400,000s to low $500,000s, with an association fee of $320, and property taxes ranging from about $6,500 to nearly $9,800.
Renaissance At Manalapan runs as a gated community for folks aged 55 and older as the first resident, with a second resident needing to be at least 19, so it feels pretty calm and secure, and pets are allowed. The homeowners association helps manage neighborhood things and keeps the website updated with news and announcements that matter to the residents, which is handy so everyone stays in the loop. You get all sorts of amenities-there's a big clubhouse with a fitness center, library, activity room, billiards tables, card rooms, and a ballroom for larger gatherings, plus an arts room and a game room if that's your kind of thing, which a lot of folks enjoy, and there's scheduled activities every day, community-sponsored programs, and resident-run events, so it stays moderately active without being overwhelming, and you've always got a choice to join in or just keep it quiet if you prefer.
Outdoors, you'll find tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, walking paths, and a heated swimming pool, so whether it's exercising or just spending time outside, it's there for you, and they also keep the grounds looking tidy. Some homes come fitted with safety and handicap features, like a sprinkler system and wide doorways, which helps folks feel safer and makes things easier if you've got mobility issues, and there's transportation services available for those who need to get around. Inside the homes, you get fully equipped kitchens or kitchenettes, washers and dryers, and regular housekeeping, with Wi-Fi, guest parking, and cable TV as property perks that help with day-to-day living.
Renaissance At Manalapan offers a good range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, and nursing home services, and if you need help with daily things like bathing, dressing, grooming, or transferring, there are personal care assistants and walking and wheelchair help too, so they've really thought about the needs of folks as they age, and if you need more support, there's 24-hour call systems, nurses, podiatry, wound care, medication help, occupational therapy, and long-term care insurance options, which is good peace of mind for many people. Meals are prepared by professionals, served in a dining room restaurant-style, and there's all-day dining with choices for allergies, which makes it plain and easy to sit and enjoy food without fuss, and laundry and dry cleaning services along with housekeeping keep things neat.
There's also a movie theater, spa, sauna, and wellness room, with fitness and wellness programs to help folks stay active, plus a library for reading and relaxing, so there are plenty of ways to fill your day and keep your mind busy, whether it's arts and crafts, educational programs, or just a casual stroll on the walking paths. The community works to create an inclusive and welcoming feel for everyone, sticks to Covid-19 safety protocols, and puts effort into safety and comfort throughout. Renaissance At Manalapan offers a steady and supportive environment with options for a social or quiet life, depending on how you want to spend your time, and it manages to balance comfort, safety, and the kinds of activities seniors often look for in a place to settle.
