Your Best Retirement Years Start Here in Putnam County
Putnam County may not have large gated 55+ communities like some parts of Florida, but that’s exactly what so many retirees tell me they love most—no mandatory fees, no cookie-cutter floor plans, just genuine small-town Florida living with room to breathe and money left in the bank.
Why Retirees Are Choosing Putnam County
- Affordable homes—median prices around $215k—meaning most retirees own free-and-clear
- No state income tax and low property taxes
- Year-round outdoor lifestyle: St. Johns River, Ravine Gardens, bass fishing, farmers markets, and quiet front porches
- Adult condominiums in Welaka with private docks and a laid-back vibe
- Single-story homes and bungalows perfect for one-level living
- Easy drives to Jacksonville, Gainesville, St. Augustine, and Orlando when you want city amenities
The Kind of Homes Retirees Love Here
From charming 1950s ranch homes in Palatka with huge oak trees to modern low-maintenance villas in Interlachen and peaceful river-view condos in Welaka, Putnam County offers the perfect mix of character and convenience. Many of my retiring clients tell me they finally feel like they’ve found “Old Florida”—the one they remember from childhood vacations.
I Specialize in Retirement Transitions
As your Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), I help retirees and pre-retirees find homes that fit today’s lifestyle and tomorrow’s needs—whether you’re downsizing, relocating from a high-cost state, or simply ready for easier living.
Shelly Griffis, SRES®
Coldwell Banker Ben Bates
386-937-1044 | shellygriffis007@gmail.com
