Del Webb Announces New 55+ Community in Charleston Market

Active Adult Neighborhood in Master Planned Nexton Will Open in 2018

SUMMERVILLE, S.C., May 25, 2016 -- Del Webb is proud is announce plans for its second community in the greater Charleston area with Del Webb Nexton. Located in Summerville, the active adult community will feature the legendary Del Webb lifestyle amenities known throughout the country, including a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse, tennis and pickle ball courts, indoor pool, and outdoor resort-style pool. The community will feature over 1,000 homes on 350 acres centrally located in Nexton, an award-winning master planned community. The groundbreaking will take place later this year and a grand opening is slated for February 2018.

Del Webb Nexton is located just five miles from downtown Summerville and about 25 miles northwest of downtown Charleston. It will provide those seeking the Del Webb lifestyle an opportunity to live in a new community that incorporates the most innovative ideas in the active adult lifestyle and designed by internationally acclaimed planning firm Hart Howerton.

"There continues to be strong interest and demand for a Del Webb community in the greater Charleston area," says Charlie Tipton, Coastal Carolinas Division President. "We are excited to once again offer the famous Del Webb lifestyle here as a follow-up to our successful Cane Bay community, and we are particularly thrilled about being a part of the live, work, learn, and play environment Nexton has cultivated."

Nexton is a vibrant, connected community set in a healthy environment with over 50 miles of walking and biking trails, said Kenneth T. Seeger, president, WestRock Land and Development. With Nextons shopping, dining, and proximity to Summerville and Charleston, it is designed to make life simpler and more enriching. Its a setting that will complement the extensive amenities offered by Del Webb and a place where active adults will feel at home.

Launched as South Carolinas first gigabit community, Nextons plan brings together offices, restaurants, shopping and homes. Nexton was recently named the Best Master Planned Community of the Year by the Charleston Homebuilders Association. Residents enjoy a robust community events calendar that includes a Piccolo Spoleto concert, fitness classes, and the annual Cocoa Cup 5K run.

We are excited to welcome the respected Del Webb brand, which will help provide a new and highly anticipated housing opportunity for the community, and will offer a healthy and active lifestyle said Seeger."

Community Character and Amenities

Additionally, Del Webb residents will enjoy the abundant amenities the Nexton master plan Nexton has to offer.

Del Webb Nexton will offer active adults a full-time lifestyle director who will help plan activities, outings, organize new clubs and more. Focused on an engaging lifestyle for the mind and body, programs will tailor to the needs, interests and specific desires of the residents. This includes life fitness and well-being programs, financial management, seminars, key note speakers, organized groups and clubs, planned events, outings and gatherings and much more.

Prices will start in the mid $200s. To join the VIP Interest List or for more information visit www.delwebb.com/nexton or call 866-216-0136.

About Del Webb

Del Webb is a national brand of PulteGroup, Inc. (NYSE: PHM). Del Webb is the pioneer in active adult communities and Americas leading builder of new homes targeted to pre-retirement and retiring boomers. Del Webb builds consumer inspired homes and communities for active adults ages 55+ who want to continue to explore, grow and learn, socially, physically and intellectually as they look forward to retirement. For more information on Del Webb, visit www.delwebb.com.

About Nexton

Nexton provides the perfect place for active, engaged residents to thrive. And connectivity goes beyond one gig Internet speed: homes at Del Webb at Nexton will have easy access to charming Historic Summerville, with its exciting shops and restaurants as well as area beaches and downtown Charleston.

Nexton is new thinking in community design at I-26 and Highway 17A in Summerville, South Carolina, at the heart of metro Charlestons most vibrant growth. Its a fresh response to what people and businesses need today to be creative and successful. This is where a commitment to environmental responsibility and healthy living offers long-term benefits to all. And where even the smallest details are intended to make everyday life simpler and more fulfilling. Read more at Nexton.com.