If you dream of retiring by the water, a beach location seems ideal. But opting for some beach towns could be a big mistake for retirees living on a limited monthly budget. Luckily, there are affordable coastal communities where your retirement dollars can go further.
From the Gulf Coast to the Pacific Northwest, the following are nine beach towns where you can retire comfortably on a budget.
Editor’s note: Unless otherwise noted, all data listed below on rent came from Apartments.com, and housing costs from Zillow.com…