{"id":135435,"date":"2026-01-23T19:20:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T19:20:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/135435\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T19:20:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T19:20:07","slug":"planos-best-kept-secret-mcdermott-55-where-residents-live-in-luxury-comfort-and-friendship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/135435\/","title":{"rendered":"Plano\u2019s best-kept secret: McDermott 55, where residents live in luxury, comfort and friendship"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAt McDermott 55<\/a>, life is anything but ordinary. This 55-plus active adult community isn\u2019t just about apartments; it\u2019s about building friendships, staying active and creating a true home.<\/p>\n

With three beautifully designed residential buildings, luxury amenities and a tight-knit community, McDermott 55 proves that age is just a number.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt McDermott 55, it\u2019s not just where we live; it\u2019s how we live\u2014active, social and surrounded by people who care about each other,\u201d community manager Shiva Mirsaeedi said.<\/p>\n

Comfortable, luxury apartments<\/p>\n

McDermott 55 offers various floor plans<\/a>, from 703-square-foot one-bedroom apartments to 1,200-square-foot two-bedrooms. Prices start around $1,150, making it accessible for various budgets.<\/p>\n

Inside, every detail is designed for residents:<\/p>\n

Walk-in showers in every apartmentHigh ceilingsOpen layoutsGranite countertopsWalk-in closets for effortless organization\u201cThey\u2019re laid out for residents to move around comfortably, even with mobility problems,\u201d Mirsaeedi said.<\/p>\n

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Amenities that make days enjoyable<\/p>\n

From morning coffee to evening strolls, McDermott 55\u2019s amenities encourage residents to enjoy every moment. Amenities include:<\/p>\n

Two swimming pools, including a heated optionA dog parkEntertainment and lounge areasAn on-site beauty salonFitness centerLibrary and game roomTheaterAdditionally, getting around is effortless at McDermott 55. Residents enjoy a community shuttle bus for grocery trips, medical appointments and local outings.<\/p>\n

The prime location means everything is within walking distance.<\/p>\n

\u201cMcDermott 55 is Plano\u2019s best-kept secret,\u201d Mirsaeedi said. \u201cTucked off the road, it feels unique and private, yet shops, restaurants and parks are within walking distance. It\u2019s a peaceful community our residents love coming home to.\u201d<\/p>\n

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A community based on connection<\/p>\n

Social life at McDermott 55 is anything but ordinary. Residents help shape a calendar of activities tailored to their interests. Weekly happy hours, restaurant outings, potlucks, and fitness classes create opportunities to connect.<\/p>\n

These shared experiences spark friendships. Whether bonding over a new restaurant, trying new things together or simply chatting after fitness classes, residents find common ground and lasting connections.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe friendships here are incredible\u2014residents look out for each other, celebrate together and support one another like family,\u201d Mirsaeedi said. \u201cThat connection makes McDermott 55 special.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Affordable living meets essential support<\/p>\n

McDermott 55\u2019s Essential Living program<\/a> makes quality housing accessible for residents on fixed incomes while supporting essential professionals, such as healthcare workers, educators and first responders. It features income-restricted apartments, ensuring that residents can enjoy a modern, comfortable home without financial strain.<\/p>\n

It keeps apartments affordable without compromising comfort, convenience or access to amenities.<\/p>\n

Move in and save<\/p>\n

McDermott 55 is offering a limited-time rental promotion: New residents receive $1,500 off their first month\u2019s rent, available through February. If you\u2019re reading this after February, click here to view current promotions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

McDermott 55 welcomes everyone to schedule a tour to see the community. Click here to schedule an appointment<\/a>.<\/p>\n

To learn about McDermott 55, explore floor plans and apply, visit the website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The above story was produced by Multi-Platform Journalist Chloe Chapel <\/a>with Community Impact’s Storytelling team with information solely provided by the local business as part of their “sponsored content” purchase through our advertising team.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"At McDermott 55, life is anything but ordinary. This 55-plus active adult community isn\u2019t just about apartments; it\u2019s…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":135436,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[57761,57765,57760,57764,57763,57762,57759,160,162,161],"class_list":["post-135435","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-plano","tag-active-adult-community-near-me","tag-affordable-senior-living-with-amenities-in-plano","tag-best-55-plus-apartments-plano","tag-best-active-adult-community-dfw-area","tag-luxury-55-plus-active-adult-apartments-in-plano","tag-luxury-senior-apartments","tag-mcdermott-55","tag-plano","tag-plano-headlines","tag-plano-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135435","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=135435"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/135435\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/135436"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=135435"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=135435"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=135435"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}