From mountain towns to beach cities, these are the best places to retire in North Carolina.

Located about 12 miles west of Charlotte, Belmont is a growing city.

The Village of Pinehurst offers a variety ofprogramsfor adults as well.

Gazebo at New Bern waterfront with sun shining through trees. Green grass in foreground. Spring or summer.

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Its classic boardwalk features shops, restaurants, and entertainment along with ocean breezes.

Outdoor activities abound with the nearby Lumber River providing opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and fishing.

Golf courses, wineries, historical sites, and museums offer activities for a variety of interests.

A boardwalk overlooking a marsh and water tower in Duck, NC

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Want to spend more time with Mother Nature without breaking a sweat?

Take a drive on the scenicBlue Ridge Parkway.

According toRealtor.com, the median home price is $275,000.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden in Belmont, NC

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Two public lakes, parks, walking trails, and an active community make Reidsville an attractiveretirementdestination.

New Bern received an overall grade of B+ fromNiche.com, andRealtor.comestimates the median home price at $330,000.

New Bern is also a Certified Retirement Community.

Two men golfing in Pinehurst, NC

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And better yet, Winterville is another Certified Retirement Community.

Niche.comnamed Winterville one of the best places to live in North Carolina and awarded it an overall A grade.

The median home price is $575,000, according toRealtor.com.

Walkway to the beach in Carolina Beach

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A group of retirees cheersing drinks at dinner on a patio

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Aerial shot of street in downtown Marion at Dawn. Buildings and trees lining street with mountains in background.

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Classic car show in Reidsville, NC

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People walking and cars driving down street in front of First Baptist Church in downtown Cary

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