Gatherings at Aurora

Independent Assessment

Beazer Homes' own community site and multiple secondary sources (Redfin, NewHomeSource, 55places, Livabl) consistently confirm the 170-home count, solar-ready/ENERGY STAR/DOE Zero Energy Ready construction, four floor plans (Hudson, Charleston, Wabash, Windsor), pricing from $419,990, and the community's McCordsville address (5401 W. 700 N., McCordsville, IN 46055), giving strong confidence in these core facts. McCordsville sits near the Hamilton/Hancock/Madison county line; its primary jurisdiction is Hancock County (Vernon Township) per general reference sources, and no source was found placing the Gatherings at Aurora site itself outside Hancock County, so the community is listed in Hancock County. A parcel-level Hancock County GIS lookup was not performed and would be the definitive way to resolve this question.

Who May Find This Community Appealing

Buyers who want brand-new, energy-efficient construction with solar-ready options and DOE Zero Energy Ready certification, in a quieter, less-developed Hancock County suburb than Fishers or Carmel, may find Gatherings at Aurora appealing -- particularly those focused on lower long-term utility costs and Hancock County's comparatively low property and income tax rates.

Homes, Builders & Development History

Beazer Homes began construction of Gatherings at Aurora in 2025, planning a total of 170 solar-ready, ENERGY STAR-certified ranch homes with optional upstairs lofts. Four floor plans are offered -- Hudson, Charleston, Wabash, and Windsor -- ranging from 2,051 to 3,301 square feet, with every home eligible for DOE Zero Energy Ready solar options. The community sits at 5401 W. 700 N., McCordsville, IN 46055, within the broader Aurora master-planned development.

Current Pricing & Market Positioning

Homes are selling from $419,990 as of the most recent update, positioning Gatherings at Aurora at the higher end of the Indianapolis metro's new-construction 55+ market -- above Del Webb's Vandalia resale range and above most Hendricks County new-construction options, reflecting both Hancock County's growth and the community's energy-efficiency-focused product.

New Construction vs. Resale Considerations

Gatherings at Aurora is an actively selling new-construction community as of the most recent update. Buyers should review Beazer Homes' standard builder warranty terms and confirm current available lots and quick-move-in homes, and request the current HOA budget and reserve-funding plan given the community's newly formed HOA.

Taxes, Insurance & Special Assessments

Homes at Gatherings at Aurora are conventionally deeded properties subject to McCordsville and Hancock County property tax administration under Indiana's homestead deduction rules, plus Indiana's state income tax and Hancock County's local income tax, which is generally the lowest local income tax rate among the Indianapolis metro's counties with confirmed 55+ communities. Buyers should confirm current individual property tax figures directly with the Hancock County Assessor.

Community Layout & Lifestyle

Gatherings at Aurora's 170 ranch homes are built around a clubhouse offering a lounge area, gym with saunas, golf simulators, and two pickleball courts, plus outdoor gathering space with fire pits. The community's emphasis on energy efficiency (solar-ready construction, ENERGY STAR certification, DOE Zero Energy Ready options) is a distinguishing lifestyle and cost feature, supporting lower anticipated utility costs alongside the standard low-maintenance active-adult lifestyle.

Shopping, Healthcare & Airport Access

Gatherings at Aurora is located in McCordsville, Hancock County, just minutes from the McCord Square Downtown District, and is positioned at the intersection area of I-70 and Mount Comfort Road, giving residents solid interstate access while remaining in a quieter, less densely developed suburban setting than Fishers or Carmel.

Age Qualification & Material Ownership Restrictions

Beazer Homes' own marketing describes Gatherings at Aurora as a 'vibrant 55+ community,' and 55places and other directories consistently categorize it as age-restricted. Buyers should confirm the exact legal HOPA restriction language and enforcement/verification procedure directly with Beazer Homes or the HOA before purchasing, as Beazer Homes' recorded declaration of covenants was not independently reviewed.

Tradeoffs & Limitations

As an actively selling new-construction community, buyers should confirm current HOA fees, reserve-funding plans, and any builder-to-homeowner HOA transition timeline before purchasing, since these details can still be evolving in a community that began construction in 2025. McCordsville's rapid suburban growth means fewer walkable commercial amenities immediately adjacent compared with more established suburbs like Fishers or Carmel; buyers should weigh that trade-off against the community's quieter setting.

Comparison With Nearby Communities

Gatherings at Aurora is Hancock County's clearest confirmed 55+ community, distinguished from the Indianapolis metro's other new-construction options (Easton in Avon, Centennial of Brownsburg) by its emphasis on solar-ready/energy-efficient construction and its Hancock County tax environment, generally the most favorable local income tax rate among the metro's counties with confirmed communities.

Current Listings

A connected local agent or Beazer Homes' sales team can confirm current available lots, quick-move-in homes, and pricing.

How many homes will Gatherings at Aurora have?

170 solar-ready ranch homes, once complete.

What is the starting price at Gatherings at Aurora?

Homes are selling from $419,990 as of the most recent update.

What energy-efficiency features do the homes include?

Every home is ENERGY STAR certified, with DOE Zero Energy Ready solar options available.

Is Gatherings at Aurora in Hancock County?

It is treated as a Hancock County community per general reference sources on McCordsville's jurisdiction; because McCordsville sits near the Hamilton/Hancock/Madison county line, buyers wanting parcel-level certainty should confirm directly via Hancock County GIS/Assessor records.