5 Reasons People Are Choosing Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Right Now

Gettysburg stacks the deck in your favor with PA tax benefits, trusted wellness providers close to home, easy day trips to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore and a walkable town with real small‑town charm. At Amblebrook at Gettysburg, those advantages contribute to active adult living that helps you be your happiest, healthiest self — delivering more everyday joy. Put it all together and you get five clear wins. 

1. Real tax advantages that add up

Pennsylvania doesn’t tax Social Security. Most common retirement income — including many pensions and post‑eligibility 401(k) and IRA distributions — is exempt, which helps your money go further in retirement. While most retirement income is not taxed in PA, distributions before eligibility may be. 

Note: Tax laws can change. Always consult your tax advisor for personal guidance. 

2. Wellness you can count on

Amblebrook’s partnership with WellSpan Health and other wellness experts adds a significant number of wellness services and programs that include athletic trainers, physical therapy, massage, facials and personalized fitness right here on‑site. And WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital is about eight miles from Amblebrook, anchoring a strong regional network with emergency, specialty and outpatient care close to home. 

3. Close to everything — and everyone

Retiring in Pennsylvania and living in Gettysburg keeps you near the people and places you love. Baltimore, Harrisburg and Washington D.C. are all quick day trips, making family visits, airport runs and big‑city arts all within reach. 

4. Lifestyle, upgraded on your terms

At Amblebrook at Gettysburg, life centers on connection. The Rock Creek Clubhouse and Fitness Center brings neighbors together for fitness classes, cooking demos in Nourish Kitchen and live performances in the Community Hall. Spaces like Tempo Lounge, Canvas Studio and Nourish Kitchen make it easy to try new things and meet new friends in a modern 55+ community designed for more everyday joy.  

With 40+ active clubs and around 300 events each month, residents enjoy everything from pickleball and yoga to gardening, culinary classes and live music — proof that there’s always something happening and someone new to meet.

“It feels like family here. You move in and suddenly have friends on every corner.” —Nancy, Amblebrook resident 

5. Small‑town charm with big‑time culture

Yes, the history is legendary. But today’s Gettysburg is alive with galleries, live music, farm‑fresh dining, seasonal festivals and neighborly pride. And with so much else within reach, you can plan museum afternoons, theater nights and grandkid adventures to suit your preference. 

Ready to see it for yourself?

Put it together and you get a powerful mix: tax‑friendly living, trusted wellness providers, central connectivity and authentic culture — brought to life by a community built for connection. Discover how Amblebrook turns practical benefits into more everyday joy. 

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