There are 8 retirement villages that can be found in Palmerston North. Its central location means much of the North Island is easily accessible, with Lake Taupō, Mount Ruapehu, and Wellington all within a few hours' drive. Discover a retirement village that acts as a peaceful base for exploring the wider region.
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Villages in Palmerston North
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Why choose a Retirement Village in Palmerston North?
Palmerston North, affectionately known as "Palmy", is a vibrant city within the Manawatū region, celebrated for its educational and cultural offerings. Home to Massey University, the city thrives on a dynamic knowledge economy, blending its agricultural roots with modern academic and cultural pursuits. The picturesque university grounds are just one of the city's attractions, alongside the New Zealand Rugby Museum, where both you and your grandchildren can dive into the history of the national game and even test your tackling skills.
Nestled in the heart of the North Island, Palmerston North serves as an ideal base for exploring the wider region. Within a few hours' drive, you can reach destinations like Hawke’s Bay, New Plymouth, Wellington, or engage in outdoor adventures like skiing on Mount Ruapehu or fishing on Lake Taupō. This accessibility makes Palmerston North a strategic and appealing location for retirement living.
Explore our website to find the retirement community that fits your lifestyle in Palmerston North or its charming neighbouring towns. Whether you're drawn in by the city's educational and cultural vibrancy or the region's accessibility and scenic beauty, you're sure to find a fulfilling retirement experience here.
All about retirement villages
A retirement village is a community specially built to cater towards the needs and lifestyles of older people. Many retirement villages offer units, villas, suites, or serviced suites. This gives you the option to choose to live independently within the village environment or to get extra help with cleaning or meal delivery.
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Find information about moving into a retirement village
Considering making a move to a retirement village? Our resource retirementvillages.co.nz is New Zealand’s most comprehensive guide to retirement villages, and showcases every retirement village in Aotearoa. It hosts the country’s largest selection of properties for sale, with more than 500 properties currently listed. Search available properties across every region...
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My village unit has been flood damaged. What are my options?
If your retirement village unit has incurred damage as a result of a natural disaster (such as a flood), your village operator should let you know what happens next. If you need to evacuate , your village operator should give you clear instructions about what to do and where to...
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What are the costs of entering a village?
Depending on where you want to live in New Zealand, the cost of ‘buying’ into a retirement village can vary greatly – some units can be priced in the $100,000s while others can reach into the millions. This ‘purchase’ price is known as the Capital Contribution. You can search for...
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What kind of homes are in a retirement village?
When you're exploring retirement villages in New Zealand, you'll find a wide range of accommodation options. Here's a simple breakdown of the most common choices and what they offer. Villas are standalone homes, usually with one to three bedrooms (sometimes more). They often come with their own garden or outdoor...
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Home and Community
Fully independent and living at home. There are many services to make life at home easier.
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Retirement Village
Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
Residential Care
The full service options for all the support and levels of care you could need.
What's New
Curious about what’s happening in the Eldernet community? This is where you’ll find the latest updates and news from people across the motu.
Rosedale - Retirement Village
Every Steps Counts: The Importance of Foot Care Join Alden Rosedale For A Special Session. We're excited to welcome Viviane Cury, a Foot Health Practitioner with over 26 years of experience. The creator of the VIP Method, a Innovative UV light-based treatment approach. She will be joining us to talk...
Oakland Village - Retirement Village
Mid Winter Christmas Party Our residents at Alden Oakland Lodge gathered to celebrate a Mid Winter Christmas Party — complete with a beautiful morning tea crafted by our very own Chef Chris and Kay. A warm room, great food, and even better company made it a day to remember.
Rangiura Retirement Village and Care Home - Retirement Village
A little sneak peek of what's coming.. A little sneak peek of what's coming... As part of our hedge renewal project, fence painting is now underway to help prepare the area for new plantings arriving early next week. It's always exciting when a vision starts becoming reality, and we're looking...