Living Choice Retirement Villages: Locations, Costs, Lifestyle & Reviews
Last updated: June 2026
Reviewed by Villages.com.au team
Living Choice operates retirement villages and over-55s communities across New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia. This guide explains Living Choice village locations, apartments, villas, costs, amenities and support pathways, helping you compare Living Choice communities on villages.com.au and choose the right retirement village for your lifestyle.
About Living Choice
Living Choice’s first village opened in Davistown in 1992 and the business became one of Australia’s largest privately owned retirement village companies after its 2003 ownership change.
The villages.com.au operator page says Living Choice comprises 10 operating retirement villages across the Central Coast, Sunshine Coast, Sydney and Adelaide, with further villages in development.
Living Choice Home Care was established in late 2017 and is available at all Living Choice villages, according to the operator page.
Living Choice Locations
Living Choice listings on villages.com.au are spread across NSW, Queensland and South Australia.
State | Example Locations | Living Options |
NSW | Galston, Woy Woy, Davistown, Glenhaven, Kincumber, Marsfield | Retirement villages, villas, apartments and serviced apartments |
QLD | Retirement villages, apartments and villas | |
SA | Retirement villages and apartment buildings |
Availability and prices vary by village, so you should check individual villages.com.au listings before enquiring.
Living Options at Living Choice
Living Choice communities include villas, apartments, serviced apartments and premium resort-style retirement village living.
Option | Best For | Notes |
Villas | Retirees wanting more space and private outdoor areas | Listed at villages such as Deepwater Court and Alloura Waters |
Apartments | Downsizers wanting secure apartment-style retirement living | Common across Living Choice communities |
Serviced apartments | Residents wanting extra services in selected communities | Listed at Leisure Lea Gardens |
Home care support | Residents wanting support while staying in the village | Living Choice Home Care is described as available across all villages |
Aged care should only be mentioned where a specific co-located arrangement is named on the listing, such as at Twin Waters.
What Does It Cost?
Costs depend on the village, home type, contract and current availability.
Villages.com.au listings show a wide range of prices, from one-bedroom apartment options in Marsfield to premium apartments and villas in Woollahra, Parkwood and Twin Waters.
Cost Type | What It Covers | What to Check |
Entry price | The listed price or payment to move into the village home | Current listing price, home type and contract model |
Ongoing village fees | Village services and shared facilities | Amount, inclusions and review process |
Exit or departure fees | Fees that may apply when leaving | Calculation method and contract terms |
Optional support costs | Home care or serviced apartment extras | Inclusions and any separate charges |
If you’re interested in a Living Choice home you should confirm all costs directly with Living Choice and seek independent legal and financial advice before signing.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Living Choice villages are positioned as high-quality, resort-style retirement communities with active living and supportive services.
Villages.com.au listings mention on-site managers, resident committees, medical alerts, CCTV security, hairdressers, cafes, bars, village buses, beauty salons, vegetable gardens, broadband and storage for boats or caravans.
Retirement villages across NSW, QLD and SA
Villas, apartments and serviced apartments
Resort-style community amenities in many villages
Home care support available across the network according to operator copy
Village buses, salons, cafes and bars in selected communities
