Manufactured Homes
Great home and community feel
55+ manufactured home parks in Florida have a unique character. Unlike many neglected family “trailer parks,” Florida 55+ manufactured home parks are typically well-maintained and have great amenities. Newer manufactured homes can be purchased relatively inexpensively keeping costs down. The interior and exterior of these new manufactured homes have many modern features that give them the feel of a site-built single family home. You will find great kitchens, baths, and open living spaces for an affordable price. Many 55+ manufactured home parks also have nice clubhouses and shared facilities perfect for the snowbird lifestyle.
New Fleetwood manufactured Home with front porch at Merritt Island Village in Merritt Island, FL
Exterior Photo (Above), Modern Kitchen (Below)
Great locations at an affordable monthly rate
Manufactured home parks offer a mix between renting and buying. Most manufactured home parks are what is referred to as “land-lease” communities. This means that you purchase and maintain your own home while leasing a lot in the community. Typically snowbirds can afford to live in a better location with a nicer house if you lease the land versus purchasing a condo or house.
Local laws in most states, including Florida, have stringent laws to protect home owners in manufactured home parks from unfair practices. When you purchase a home in a community, you are typically provided with paperwork explaining the rules of the community and your protections. Typically you pay one lot rent which covers real estate taxes and expenses for common amenities. Water is sometimes included, but other utilities are the homeowners’ responsibility. Landscaping service is also included sometimes.
There are also “Resident-owned” communities with lots you can purchase. These communities are difficult to find and are often costly. There are additional costs for the homeowner including real estate taxes and HOA fees to pay for common amenities.
Clubhouse at Golden Pond Village in Belleview, FL
View from the Water at Merritt Island Village 55+ Manufactured Home Park
Increased Storm Protection
The home pictured above shows tie down straps used on newer manufactured home setups.
The Estimated Bill
New Manufactured Home
Merritt Island Village 55+
Merritt Island, FL
About 1000 Sq. feet completely setup with front porch
$ 50,000 -Home Price
$ 315 -Lot Rent (interior)
-Incl landscaping
-Incl. Water/sewer
-Incl. Trash
$3780 Lot Rent per year
The Estimated Bill
New Manufactured Home
Golden Pond Village 55+
Belleview, FL
About 1000 Sq. feet completely setup with front porch
$ 59,997 -Home Price
$ 205 -Lot Rent
-Incl water, sewer
-Incl. Trash
$2628 Lot Rent per year
The Estimated Bill
Used Manufactured Home
Example of a Recent Sale at Golden Pond Village 55+
Belleview, FL
$ 22,000 -Home Price
$ 219 -Lot Rent
-Incl water, sewer
-Incl. Trash
$2628 Lot Rent per year
Here are some examples of manufactured homes and lot rents. Make sure to look at the FOR SALE page for the most up to date listings.
In the next topic we will examine the RV lifestyle.
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Available Sales on isnowbird.com- View our FOR SALE classifieds and links to classifieds on external sites.
Merritt Island Village 55+ Manufactured Home Park- Super location directly on an inlet of the Banana River. See manatees, dolphins and other wildlife. Community park and dock for all residents. Interior lots available, but no waterfront lots. Near Kennedy Space Center.
Golden Pond Village 55+ Manufactured Home Park- Beautiful 55+ Park located in Ocala Horse Country, less than 2 miles from access to Florida’s Greenway Recreation area. Beautiful forest setting located off of a Scenic Road near town of Belleview. Manufactured Home lots Available!
Florida Village Homes- Search brand new available homes in 55+ communities now!
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