Gated Communities

The popularity of living in gated, or private communities has been rising in recent years. It used to be that gated communities were thought of as being only for the rich. But today they are becoming more and more popular with middle and upper middle class families. Security is usually given as the biggest reason for choosing to live in a gated community. Among the other reasons people are attracted to living in these communities are protecting property values and lifestyle.Many gated communities are designed with amenities built around a particular lifestyle, with golf courses, tennis, swimming pools, or equestrian facilities.Gated communities are usually located on some of the most desirable land in the area. Prime land, combined with careful planning and HOA rules create an environment where home values hold up extremely well.

Aside from the gates or walls, the second most defining characteristic of gated or private communities is the Homeowner’s Association (HOA).The HOA is made up of all the owners of the development. The HOA is responsible for collection of the Association fees and making and enforcing the “rules” of the community.It is often also responsible for maintaining the public aspects of the community, such as streets, security, parks, etc.

The rules set by the HOA can vary a great deal, depending on the individual development.Typically the HOA will have rules pertaining to upkeep and appearance of homes within the development, specifying the colors of paint on outside walls, types of fencing, guidelines for landscaping and storage of boats or recreational vehicles.

Gated communities aren't for everyone.But with strong protection of property values, increased security, less traffic and amenities for your specific lifestyle, they are appealing to more people each year.

See a Link to my List of Gated Communities where the builder and the builder's trades are committed to what the National Association of Home Builders calls "The First Time Quality" Certification, for both Builders and Trades. This Certification Program is an assurance to you the homebuyer that the house you are buying is 100% free of defects and that very strict quality procedures were implemented to achive the final product. 

Also, if you need additional information about custom homes and sites, please fill out the form below providing your contact information and interests, and I will contact you as soon as I get a response from the builders in the areas that interest you. This will save you time and effort so you can concentrate previewing only on those quality homes that really match your ideal home criteria.

Below are links with information related to several gated communities in our region so you will not have to drive, but get a glance of the sites before hand.

Please bookmark this page for future reference and give me a call if you think you have found something you wuold like to see or have me preview it for you, before anybody else writes a contract on it.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best regards,

Hector Sandoval

RE/MAX Distinctive

(703) 208-9788

hector.sandoval@verizon.net

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