Traditions of America

Category: 55+ Lifestyle

Low-maintenance homes in Richmond, Virginia—customized by YOU!

When you live in a Traditions of America community—like these low-maintenance homes in Richmond, Virginia—you can lead the active-adult lifestyle you deserve. Continue reading this article to see how Traditions of America helps make your home, and your time, your own!

Create your DreamHome

Traditions of America is dedicated to building your new home the way you have dreamed it would. In fact, every home within our active-adult lifestyle communities reflects our homeowners’ individual styles, desires, and needs.

Create a luxurious master bath or plan a chef’s kitchen, perfect for entertaining. Unlike many builders, we encourage you to move walls and customize your selections. In other words, we work with you to design a home that is yours in every way. As part of our DreamHome Program, our design consultants spend time with you selecting from the Design Studio’s abundant choices.

Say “so-long” to cookie cutter and “hello” to the home of your dreams. Watch this video to learn more about creating your DreamHome.

Live your Way

Not only can you customize your Traditions of America home to your liking—you’ll have more time to spend each day exactly as you wish and not have to worry about any maintenance on your home!

At Traditions of America, your home’s maintenance schedule no longer fills up your weekend, ties you to the house, or puts a wrench in your plans. We’ve got you covered in all seasons, whether it’s snow removal, leaf pickup, grass cutting or exterior maintenance.

Snow Removal

We want you to enjoy Richmond’s year-round calendar of events each winter. In addition, we want to save you from sore muscles and aching backs! We take care of all street and sidewalk snow removal so you don’t have to worry about it.

Lawn Care

When you live in one of our low-maintenance homes in Richmond, Virginia you won’t be spending hours on lawn care. For example, we handle all community mowing, weeding, fertilizing and more so you have free time to focus on hobbies or traveling.

Leaf Removal

Once the leaves have fallen from your community’s beautiful trees, you can leave the raking to us!

Exterior Maintenance

As a low-maintenance homeowner, you won’t have to clean gutters, touch-up exterior paint or perform any other exterior maintenance tasks.

One-of-a-Kind Low-Maintenance Homes in Richmond, Virginia

Each of our active-adult communities is low-maintenance so you’ll have time to enjoy the best in active-adult living in the home of your dreams. Contact us today to learn more about our acclaimed communities—including our new community near Richmond, Virginia.

July 27, 2021
Interested in living in Chesterfield County, Virginia? Here’s what you need to know!

There’s a lot to love about living in Chesterfield County, Virginia! Active-adult residents here have everything at their fingertips: from charming cafes to nationally-ranked medical facilities. Keep reading to discover exactly what makes this area so special.

Outdoor Activities

Opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and recreation are endless! Chesterfield County is home to the popular 8,000-acre Pocahantas State Park. Boating, fishing, nature programs, biking, hunting, and exploring 90+ miles of trails are just some of the activities waiting to be discovered.

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Garden enthusiasts will delight in touring the stunning natural beauty of nearby Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. In fact, this spectacular garden was voted America’s #4 public garden by USA Today and was recognized by the Travel Channel as a best botanical garden!

Arts and Culture

Arts and culture buffs will not be disappointed by the unique offerings in the greater Richmond area. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, renowned for its diverse range of exhibitions and collections and a year-long calendar of programs, is a must-see on the museum circuit. Another top-rated venue is the Altria Theater, which hosts everything from Broadway shows to show-stopping concerts.

Shopping and Dining

No matter your taste or style, Chesterfield County and nearby Richmond, Virginia, have something for you! Chesterfield Town Center is a large shopping mall featuring all of your favorite brands and stores in one convenient location. For more of an eclectic shopping experience, Richmond is home to an endless array of quaint boutiques—especially the Carytown district.

And, whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a fine dining experience, this area has it all. Riptides is a local Chesterfield favorite, offering seafood and American fare. Angelo’s Italian Restaurant is perfect when you’re craving pizza. And, of course, there are countless locally owned restaurants to discover! Downtown Richmond also offers a range of dining experiences, from fine French cuisine at L’Opossum to Perly’s old-fashioned Jewish deli.

Health and Wellness

Living Better in Virginia just comes naturally! Chesterfield County was recently ranked one of the top 500 healthiest communities in the nation by ‘U.S. News & World Report.’ Factors like infrastructure, population health and economy contributed to this high score.

Richmond, Virginia and the greater metro area have a number of highly ranked medical facilities that offer top-notch care. VCU Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital, and Chippenham Hospital are all within a short drive of Chesterfield County, making health and wellness convenient and accessible.

Learn More About Active-Adult Living in Chesterfield County, Virginia

As a leader in active-adult living, we can’t wait to share the Live Better lifestyle with Chesterfield County. Please contact us today to learn more about our newest community in the Richmond area, opening soon!

July 20, 2021
Traditions of America: building 55 and over communities for over 20 years
We believe residents of 55 and over communities deserve better: better locations, lifestyles, home designs and customization. In fact, they deserve a better buying experience and customer service, too! For more than twenty years, we’ve been delivering on our mission of improving the lives of active adults. Our singular focus is – and has always been – building active adult, resort-style communities. We specialize in the over 55 homebuyer and understand what they are looking for at this stage in their lives. Homes that can be customized, new best friends on every block, a fully loaded Clubhouse with A+ amenities, and a lock and leave lifestyle – these are the hot button items on everyone’s checklist.

Commitment to Quality

As a nationally-recognized homebuilder, we only offer the best to our homeowners. We care about the details, from meeting high building standards to increasing energy efficiency. However, quality goes deeper than that, and a commitment to quality and is the foundation for everything we do.

“We don’t just build… We take pride in improving the lives of our 55 and over homebuyers, one home at a time.” – TIMOTHY R. McCARTHY, Managing Partner.

A Winning Tradition

Our communities, home designs, and Clubhouses have been the proud recipients of hundreds of local and national awards. And, it’s these kinds of awards that reflect the quality of our homes and our focus on buyer satisfaction. Some of our most recent awards include:
- Cranberry – Silver Award for Best 55 and over For Sale Community from the NAHB
- Cranberry – Silver Award for Best 55 and over Outdoor Lifestyle Amenity from the NAHB
- Lititz – Silver Award for Best 55 and over Lifestyle Director
Winning the 2016 Best 55 and over Builder of the Year award from the NAHB was a testament to our mission of delivering the best lifestyle communities for folks 55 and over. However, the most rewarding part is bringing the Live Better lifestyle to thousands of homebuyers every day.

Looking for 55 and over communities? Contact us today!

After thousands of homeowners, dozens of communities and more than 20 years, we invite you to live better. In fact, we currently have many active-adult communities across Pennsylvania and the Richmond area for you to explore! Please contact us today to schedule a tour.
July 13, 2021
5 Yearly Events in Richmond, Virginia You Won’t Want to Miss!

The Traditions of America active-adult community coming soon to the Richmond, Virginia area is only a short drive from the rich history and bustling activity of the popular downtown. This means residents will have easy access to Richmond’s most popular year-round events, like these:

Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont

1. Richmond Jazz Festival at Maymont

The Richmond Jazz Festival is known as one of the East Coast’s best Jazzfests—and it’s no wonder why! This festival brings thousands of people together to listen to top jazz, funk and blues artists. In fact, over 10,000 fans visit this event in beautiful Maymont Park each year.

Zach Mahone, Dominion Energy Riverrock

2. Dominion Energy Riverrock

As the nation’s largest outdoor sports and music festival, Dominion Energy Riverrock offers rock climbing, trail running, yoga, live music and more. Here you can spend three full days watching or participating in every outdoor sport imaginable. In addition, it’s all set in Richmond’s stunning urban riverfront.

3. Historic Garden Week

Each spring, Virginia’s Historic Garden Week welcomes guests to over 250 of Virginia’s most beautiful gardens, homes and historic landmarks during “America’s Largest Open House.” This is an unforgettable way to see gardens in Richmond and the surrounding locale at the peak of Virginia’s springtime color.

Richmond Shakespeare Festival

4. Richmond Shakespeare Festival

Located on Agecroft Hall’s magnificent back lawn with stunning views of the James River, the Richmond Shakespeare Festival brings the poet’s most famous stories to life. Enjoy dinner and drinks on the lawn while watching one of these summer performances.

5. Broad Appetit

The last on our list of yearly events in Richmond, Virginia that our active-adult resident won’ want to miss is Broad Appetit. As the state’s largest food festival, you’ll find this is a delicious way to “eat your way” down famed Broad Street. Here, local restaurants serve small plates for just $4 each, so you can try a taste of everything! In addition, there’s always live music to enjoy.

Never Miss Events in Richmond, Virginia When You Live Nearby in Chesterfield County!

There’s nothing quite like the active-adult lifestyle at a Traditions of America community. Inside the neighborhood, residents will find an array of resort-style amenities to enjoy. And just outside, they’ll have easy access to conveniences, entertainment, natural spaces, and events like these. Contact us today to learn more!

July 7, 2021
8 Resort-Style Amenities Offered at our Richmond Area Active Adult Community

We’ve been building resort-style communities for 25 years — which means we understand the 55+ buyer! Our first active adult community in the Richmond, Virginia area, will be no exception. Here are the kinds of amenities homebuyers can look forward to:

1. Clubhouse with Fitness Center

The gem of this high-energy community is sure to be the 5-star Clubhouse with Fitness Center. Here, residents can take a morning yoga class, meet with their monthly book club or get a quick workout in after dinner.

2. Outdoor Heated Pool

Many homeowners consider the best part of our active adult communities to be the spectacular Outdoor Heated Pool! The pool at our newest community in the Richmond area will be the perfect gathering place for neighbors, family and friends to enjoy a dip during summer afternoons or for swimming a few laps when the day begins.

3. Pickleball/Tennis Court

Whether you’re a pickleball pro or are just looking to hit a few tennis balls around, this court will be the perfect setting for you! Challenge your neighbors to a friendly match or make new friends in a competitive round robin.

4. Bocce Courts

If you’re in the mood for a game of bocce ball (or two!), we’ve got you covered. With community Bocce Courts, you’ll be enjoying a match in the sun before you know it.

5. Walking Trails

It’s no wonder why people love getting outside and enjoying the great outdoors of the Richmond area and beyond. In fact, it’s the gently rolling topography and lush, mature landscaping that help make Chesterfield County such a breathtaking backdrop! Within our community is no exception: here you’ll find a network of walking trails that meander through manicured spaces.

6. Shuffleboard

Another resort-style amenity offered at this active-adult community is shuffleboard! If you’ve never played, shuffleboard rules are easy! And you’re sure to find a friend or neighbor who will catch you up fast.

7. Putting Green

If you’re seeking to improve your golf game, look no further. At our latest Traditions of America community, you’ll find a small Putting Green where you can practice your short game. And when you’d like to get a full 18 holes in, The Golf Club at The Highlands is open to the public and just a short drive away.

8. Full-time Lifestyle Director

In addition to resort-style amenities, residents at our Chesterfield County community will find there’s never a dull moment thanks to a full-time Lifestyle Director. The Lifestyle Director is tasked with helping homeowners plan the activities they care about most! You can join friends – and make new ones – at happy hours, seasonal parties, fitness classes, wine tastings, excursions and more!

Learn more about this resort-style active adult community!

With so many amenities and activities to enjoy, Traditions of America helps make every day feel like a holiday! Contact us today to learn more about our community coming soon to the Richmond area, or any other Traditions of America community.

June 29, 2021
Simply the Best in Active Adult Living!

88 golfers. 22 teams. 6 Traditions of America active adult communities. 2 refreshment carts. 1 beautiful golf course. Lots of prizes. Not a drop of rain. Sound like fun? You bet it was!

A Tradition 5 Years Running

The idea for the event was hatched by Steve Hooper – a golf enthusiast – who lives at Liberty Hills, the very first Traditions of America community in the Pittsburgh area. The tournament is 100% organized by a committee of eight residents and their effort is a testament to the friendships and camaraderie that develop at Traditions of America communities.

Building Community Across Communities

To say the event is popular is an understatement. As has been the case in previous years, it sold out in just a few days! Foursomes are put together based on level of play, but also with an eye toward mixing up the groups with residents from different communities. Six of the seven Pittsburgh communities were represented this year: Liberty Hills, Sewickley Ridge, Summer Seat, Cranberry, Pinnacle at Adams and Richland. With a formal shotgun start, the tournament was off with a bang with new friendships, lots of laughs, and a healthy dose of competition all guaranteed. An exclamation point to the festivities were the “cart ladies” who cruised the course with beverages and snacks!

The Traditions Lifestyle at Play

No golf tournament would be complete without a few rules. The tournament was set up as a “scramble” format where everyone in the foursome hits a drive and then the group decides which drive they prefer. There are no “gimmies” – no matter how short the putt. And, absolutely no mulligans (a chance to replay a stroke that went horribly wrong)!

Following a BBQ lunch, prizes were awarded for individual skill, team rank, and door prizes were also handed out. To add to the fun, EVERY HOLE was an individual skill prize. Longest putt (where the putt is a shot struck and holed from on the green) and closest to the pin on various shots earned a prize. To cap off the tournament, a group photo was organized to commemorate the day which will go down in the books as a huge success. We are delighted to see residents come together from so many Traditions of America communities and share a sport they love. It has truly become a Tradition of Fun!

Want to see some of the action? Check out the event recap video on our YouTube channel.

Building Active Adult Communities for 24 Years!

Traditions of America has built dozens of communities for hundreds of residents over the past 24 years. However, we’re most proud of building a sense of community. Please contact us today to learn more.

June 24, 2021
Traditions of America: Benefits of Buying New

A new home built just for you may seem almost too good to be true, but that is the VERY mission at Traditions of America: delivering beautiful, new DreamHomes everyday! And, we believe buying NEW is better, and here’s why.

Your Design Choices: A big benefit of buying a new home is that it is designed just for your wants and needs, no renovations required! Pick the floorplan you desire, the cabinets you’ve dreamed of, and everything in between. Buying new means getting your DreamHome, your way.

Smart Home Features: The future is in your new home, and by that, we mean all the newest technology! Buying a new home means you get the newest appliances and systems. Close your garage door from anywhere in the world, or even turn off your lights with just a voice command. These smart homes are nearly impossible to find in a resale home.

Energy Efficient Systems: Today’s new homes are loaded with innovative, energy-efficient products and systems. Not only are they better for the environment, but these energy efficient systems dramatically cut down the cost of utilities. Buying a new home with these products and systems – from windows and insulation to appliances and HVAC systems – not only helps the environment, but it keeps money in your pocket!

Environmentally Friendly Materials: While Traditions of America’s energy efficient systems help reduce your carbon footprint, we also use environmentally friendly materials when building our homes. The latest coolant system and appliances in your new home are all made to help, not hurt, the environment.

New Safety Features: New homes offer state-of-the-art circuit breakers, high-efficiency furnaces and air conditioners, cabinets, carpets and paints that are fire retardant and use less volatile organic compounds, as well as the newest hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. No need to buy a used home with the potential for lead paint or mold, and whatever the previous owner has left behind. Buy new to ensure your house has all the safety features you need.

Low Maintenance Lifestyle: Worry no more about spending money to fix a leaky roof or rotted siding when you’ve just moved in. New homes are built with low-maintenance products that are designed to last much longer than traditional ones. Buy new, and you won’t have to spend your time worrying about future housekeeping.

First Floor Owner’s Suite: The first-floor Owner’s Suite features immense his and her walk-in closets, high ceilings, and more! This impressive suite will be the personal oasis that you didn’t know you needed until you experience it.

Open Floorplans: New homes are built for today’s consumers, not the consumers of the past. Modern floorplans are open and spacious providing more than enough room for you to fill. Traditions of America creates award-winning, customizable single level living floorplans, so there is no doubt you will choose one you love.

Brand New Appliances: There is no better feeling than knowing you are the first person to stock the top-of-the-line fridge, cook on the stove, and load up the dishwasher. In a previously owned home, the first time for you is not the first time those appliances have been used. When buying a new home, all the bells and whistles will be used first, by you. Including the appliances.

Don’t miss your chance to Live Better in one of our Traditions of America communities in your new home! Learn more about a community near you on our website or contact us to hear more about Traditions of America.

January 31, 2020
Traditions of America: See How Far Green Pond Has Come

We are so excited for the progress at Traditions of America at Green Pond since we broke ground just a short time ago! The roads are being paved, and the Designer Model Homes are taking shape. It won’t be long before homeowners are moving in and Living Better at Traditions of America at Green Pond.

Green Pond officially opened in August with a VIP Buying Event, where 36 future – and very enthusiastic – homeowners decided to Live Better at this highly anticipated 55+ active adult community in the Lehigh Valley. Green Pond is located only 7 miles from historic Bethlehem, PA, which recently ranked # 1 on Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live and has also earned a spot on Forbes Magazine’s Top 25 Places to Retire List. Green Pond combines the excitement of the city with the serene beauty of Eastern Pennsylvania.

This resort-style active adult community has so much to offer. The five-star clubhouse will serve as the social hub for the community, offering residents the perfect spot for Friday night happy hours, a fitness center with a full line-up of classes, and a Lifestyle Director on-hand to plan a robust calendar of activities. Spend your summer days at the outdoor heated pool or playing tennis and pickleball. Watch your favorite team in the sports bar and club room while enjoying a friendly game of billiards with other homeowners. Or, grab a cocktail and some conversation on the expansive patio with firepit. Anything you can dream of – Traditions of America at Green Pond has it!

With neighborhood 1 nearly sold out, don’t miss your chance to Live Better at our most esteemed active adult community yet!

December 20, 2019
Traditions of America: New Communities in Full Swing

Although 2019 is starting to wind down, Traditions of America has “geared up” and is wrapping up the year in a big way. We are pleased to announce the grand openings of our three newest active adult communities: Traditions of America at Southpointe, Richland and East Petersburg!

Traditions of America at Southpointe: The Southpointe active adult community marks our debut in Pittsburgh’s desirable South Hills and is priced from the mid $300s. Only a short drive from the cultural allure of downtown Pittsburgh, residents at Southpointe have the best of both worlds: fabulous shopping, dining, and golf nearby with on-site resort-style amenities right in their backyard. A clubhouse serves as the social hub of the community, with a swimming pool, tennis, walking trails, and so much more. Southpointe has it all!

Traditions of America at Richland: Returning to the North Hills of Pittsburgh, and on the heels of our popular Cranberry community, Traditions of America at Richland is priced in the low $300s. This active adult community is perfectly set atop beautiful rolling hills and surrounded by nature, yet minutes from shopping, dining, golf, and supreme healthcare. In standard Traditions of America fashion, the Richland community is loaded with luxurious amenities, such as a clubhouse, outdoor heated pool, fitness center and more. This new, active community is the perfect place to call home!

Traditions of America at East Petersburg: East Petersburg is our newest 55+ community in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, priced from the upper $200s. Like the nearby Lititz community, this active lifestyle community is set amidst the picturesque landscape of Lancaster County, with scenic countryside, roads, and meandering creeks, but only a short drive from shopping, dining, world-class golf, and amazing healthcare. With amenities like a five-star clubhouse, heated swimming pool, pickleball, tennis, and walking trails – your calendar is sure to be full!

The three newest locations join our expansive list of Live Better communities across Pennsylvania with more to come! Don’t miss your chance to Live Better in one of our Traditions of America active adult communities. Learn more about a community near you contact us to hear more about Traditions of America.

December 6, 2019
Benefits of Buying a Garden Home

Are you ready to move into your dream home but aren’t interested in a single-family home? A home where you can Live Better, save money, and enjoy low-maintenance living?

Traditions of America is able to offer you that and more with our Garden Homes! A Garden Home has three walls of its own with the fourth wall connected to your neighbor’s home. The benefits of living in a Garden Home are many.

For starters, the look and feel resemble a traditional single-family home, but at a much lower price point. Moving into a Garden Home gives you the same experience and atmosphere as a single-family home, at a lower cost. The shared wall between homes helps reduce the overall price. With only three exterior walls, material costs are reduced with less siding and windows. As a result, Garden Homes are especially energy-efficient.

All Garden Homes at Traditions of America’s active adult communities are fully customizable with our DreamHome Program, just like our single-family homes. The Traditions of America Professional Designers spend time helping you select the style that fits your home. Some luxury options in our Garden Homes are gourmet kitchens, master bathrooms befitting a spa, sunrooms, porches, room extensions, and so much more. And the best part is you can save up to $25,000 with our DreamHome promotion!

Our Garden Homes are constructed in a way to keep your house peaceful quiet, and with noise reduction as a top priority. The shaft wall between the homes blocks noise and provides fire protection, ensuring a safe and peaceful home.

Here at Traditions of America, we believe in the Live Better lifestyle! We take care of the maintenance of your homes, such as snow removal, lawn care, leaf removal, and exterior maintenance. Go out and enjoy the active community amongst your neighbors and let us take care of the rest.

Traditions of America has a spectacular array of Garden Homes available in our active adult communities, including; Traditions of America at Silver Spring, Traditions of America at Green Pond, Traditions of America at Chesterfield, Traditions of America at East Petersburg and Traditions of America at Richland. You can see the different models and floor plans by contacting us to hear more about our award-winning Garden Homes.

September 20, 2019