Find the perfect apartment and enjoy retirement living your way.

Introducing the new McCarthy & Stone way of living
A simpler way to move
Step into your new home this autumn and we’ll help take the effort out of moving. Find out more at our Moving Made Easy events.
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Move in weeks, not months
Homeowners using McCarthy & Stone Part Exchange move within 44 days on average, compared with around seven months on the open market.
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Move faster with a rental
Limited rental properties available! Enjoy a quick, easy move into one of our lovely homes. Act fast - don't be disappointed, demand is high!
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Shared Ownership options available now
Shared Ownership offers a more affordable way to move into a McCarthy & Stone retirement property, with ownership options from 10% to 75%. And if you purchase a 75% share, you pay no rent on the remaining share.
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Live life your way with McCarthy & Stone

For nearly 50 years, McCarthy & Stone has been the UK’s leading developer and manager of award-winning apartments and bungalows for the over 55s. With thousands of happy homeowners, our approach is simple. Life doesn’t need to change as you get older – it should just become more manageable and more enjoyable.

A home to be proud of
Safe, secure, accessible
Gorgeous gardens
A supportive community
Save on bills
Family and friends welcome

96%of customers would recommend McCarthy & Stone

Buying a home
Our beautiful homes are safe and secure, modern yet cosy, and set within welcoming and sociable communities.
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Renting a home
And relax. When you choose to rent with McCarthy & Stone, you could be settled into your ‘worry-free’ new home in as little as two weeks.
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Shared ownership
Available on selected homes, with Shared Ownership you could enjoy all the benefits of life in our welcoming communities – without paying the full price.
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Part Exchange for a fast and hassle-free sale

With Part Exchange, you'll have a cash buyer for your home. There’s no estate agent fees and no chains. Just a guaranteed sale at a great price - so you could be enjoying the McCarthy & Stone lifestyle sooner. T&Cs apply

To find out more please call 0800 201 4811.

Smooth Move, making moving easier and more affordable

With Smooth Move, your removals are completely free and stress-free - including help with decluttering, packing and unpacking. We’ll even contribute towards your legal and estate agent fees too.

To find out more please call 0800 201 4811.

Retirement Living

Easy independent living for people aged 60 and over. You’ll be looked after by a House Manager and enjoy shared amenities and a friendly community on the doorstep.

Retirement Living Plus

Independence combined with flexible assisted living for people aged 70 and over. Benefits include a chef-run bistro and optional Lifestyle Services from laundry to pet-sitting.

You needn’t worry about privacy. Once you close the door to your apartment, it’s like you’re in your own little world. The great thing about independent living is the balance – the social aspect is there if you want it, but you can also enjoy your own space.
Erika and Stephen, homeowners, Foxglove Place
What I like about Shared Ownership is that I can pay for my home, while living my retirement to the fullest. The move has given me a new lease of life, it’s also given me all-important reassurance.
Ruth, homeowner, Kingfisher Court, Kingfisher Court
It gives us a real sense of security, especially with staff on-site at all times. Moving in has allowed us to futureproof our retirement, as we can opt-in to tailored domestic support and personal care packages should we need to.
Peter and Jean, tenants, Campbell House