Olean
If you want to enjoy an active retirement and do all kinds of stuff now that you have all this free time, you should definitely move to Olean. This quiet town is located in southwestern New York, and it surrounds residents with natural parks. Truth be told, these parks are exactly what make this place such a catch.
If you want a little bit of diversity (which I totally understand; a little bit of everything is how I like it), you can alternate between parks and Olean’s historic homes, especially in the Union and State Streets Historic District. If you are interested in history and its secrets, you will have plenty of time to learn about the town’s past at the Fannie E. Bartlett House.
Dunkirk
You’d be surprised to find out that retirees are willing to invest in affordable lakefront living in Dunkirk. This thriving town situated near Lake Erie offers anyone who might be interested a little bit of everything: those of you who dream about living near the Great Lakes without breaking the bank, you’re saved.
After all, why wouldn’t there be such a place? Dunkirk is filled with charming lighthouses, wonderful beaches, and even a quaint boardwalk market that you’ll definitely love. Here, no less than 17.9% of the population is over 65 years old, and that’s living proof that Dunkirk is a great place to retire.
