Can you say "adult community" in a real estate listing?
Only lawfully qualified 55+ or 62+ communities may market this way.
Why it gets flagged
Housing for older persons has a narrow exemption from the familial-status rules. Outside that exemption, "adult community" or "adult living" reads as excluding families with children.
If the community is qualified, state the actual age requirement. If you are not certain, leave the phrase out and describe the amenities.
Instead of
Beautiful adult community with a clubhouse and pool.
Try wording like
Beautiful community with a clubhouse and pool.
Flag-only: confirm the community’s status before choosing the wording.
What to say instead
- Beautiful community with a clubhouse and pool.
- Qualified 55+ community with a clubhouse and pool.
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General information, not legal advice. Fair Housing rules, MLS rules and local law vary; your broker and an attorney are the authorities. The phrase check is rule-based and cannot catch everything.