Best Mobile Home Deals For Seniors
Housing costs are by far the biggest part of most people’s budgets, including seniors. Since many seniors live on fixed incomes like Social Security payments, keeping their housing costs down is extremely important. One way that many seniors reduce their housing costs is to live in a “mobile home”.
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First, it is important to understand what a mobile home is. This term was widely used for a very long time for any kind of residence that did not have a permanent foundation. However, back in 1976, the government stopped recognizing the term mobile home and instead adopted three categories: Recreational Vehicles (RV’s), modular homes and manufactured homes. What most people still call a “mobile home” is now designated as a manufactured home. These homes are manufactured in a factory and then assembled on the site it is to be located on. Once so assembled, they are not really “mobile”, thus the name change.
In addition to being much less expensive than a traditional home, there are many manufactured home communities that cater exclusively to seniors (usually 55 years of age and up). So not only are they cheaper to live in, these communities also offer all sorts of other advantages and benefits to seniors, as will be discussed below. Following that, will be listed the best “mobile home” deals for seniors in 2022. It is also important to know that these homes and the communities they are on are not “trailers” nor RVs. They basically look like and function the same as regular homes, although usually without a private yard or garage and are more modest in size.
Advantages and Benefits
– Affordable: Manufactured homes rank among the most affordable housing options on the market. Reports show that homeowners spent an average of $57,700 for single-wide manufactured homes spanning between 784 to 1,440 square feet. This is way less expensive than a traditional home or condo.
– Low-Maintenance: Unlike a traditional private house, manufactured homes require little to no upkeep. Usually, you’ll only have to worry about routine house chores and occasional repairs.
– Senior-Focused Community: You will not feel out of place in a senior manufactured home community. Most of these communities have recreational and social amenities and events geared towards seniors. Plus there are good security features such as gates and even guards. Best of all, you will be able to maintain an independent lifestyle in your own private home in an affordable fashion – but not be “alone”.
Listed below are some of the best manufactured home deals for seniors.
The Grove
This 55+ community is located in Bradenton, FL – which is near the Tampa / St. Petersburg area on the west (Gulf) coast of Florida. This community has some of the lowest prices in the country, with the average home price being only $48,000.
The Grove sits on a spacious 40-acre park with over 270 homes that have access to multiple artificial ponds, picnic sites, heated pools, and shared clubhouses. And of course, there is no winter here.
Lady Lake
This is a more upscale 55+ community, which is in the central part of Florida – about an hour drive from Disney World, Universal Studios and the other world famous Orlando attractions. You can spend your retirement years here enjoying the peak of luxury retirement in Florida at Lady Lake. This upscale manufactured home community boasts the most gorgeous, well-constructed modern homes on the market. Plus, there are absolutely stunning amenities such as their clubhouse.
Wymberly
This community is located in the highly rated community of Martinez, Georgia – and is a suburb of the city of Augusta. Its location offers easy access to many medical, shopping, entertainment and cultural venues. This is an upscale community featuring a gorgeous picnic grove, clubhouse, and golf course. The average home price is $120,000.
Tyrone Woods
This is another super affordable community, with the average home price being just $50,000. Tyrone Woods is located in Fenton, Michigan which is near the city of Flint. This community has many seniors, but is also family friendly. So, if you don’t want to be just with other seniors, this is a good choice for you. You can even have your grand kids stay with you long term if you wish – and there is a highly rated school district. The community offers various amenities like spas and parks, plus there are many shopping and cultural opportunities in Fenton itself.
Cider Mill Crossings
This community is also located in Fenton, Michigan. It features a diverse range of senior manufactured homes for sale. Prices are from as low as $60,000 to $200,000, depending on your preferred type and size of home. Also, the community offers multiple amenities. As a resident, you’ll have access to their
clubhouse, heated pool, spa, fitness center, and library.
El Valle Del Sol
This is a rental home community in Mission, Texas – which is in the Rio Grande Valley area. It is close by to South Padre Island and other Gulf Coast towns and attractions. They offer short term and long term leases, with the average rent being only $430 per month. Besides being a great alternative to a hotel – this is an affordable way to try out manufactured home living before you buy.
