There’s been a major shift in the way that mobile homes play a role in our lives and the communities around us as of late. More have been popping up and while, traditionally, the assumption might have been that they were largely for people on lower incomes, there are communities of higher levels of quality with more amenities starting to sprout up, and some are asking: why are people becoming much more attracted to mobile home living?
A private place to live
Compared to a lot of traditional neighborhoods, mobile home communities tend to be in more private spots. Many of them also have some degree of security or a manager assigned to look over them, which can improve the security of the spot. Compared with living in an apartment or a condo complex, where you often have little privacy, mobile home communities can offer more peace of mind to those living in them.
The cost factor
Of course, while the image of mobile homes may have been changing as of late, the benefit of their lower costs still remains very much a factor. They are typically both easier to rent and to buy, which can help them fit more people’s money situations. What’s more, mobile home parts tend to come with much lower utility costs, as well, meaning they can free up a lot of space in the budget for savings.
Your choice of community
One of the big benefits of a mobile home community is that you get to choose the kind of community that you move into. A lot of, but not all, mobile home parks have some manner of age restrictions on them, which can make them an excellent place for retirement, for instance. What’s more, many mobile home sites will also have shared amenities and might have things such as community centers, playgrounds, and shared facilities where you can be a more active part of the community, if you want.
Easier to care for
If you want to keep up the standards of the place that you live in, then you’re always going to have to provide some attention and care to your environment. There are parts of mobile home maintenance that you want to learn more about to ensure that it’s safe, healthy, and comfortable. But, in general, there is way less maintenance, and a much lower cost, associated with caring for a mobile home than a traditional house or even apartment.
Your choice of ownership
While it’s not the same for every mobile home community, it is true that it can be a lot easier to move into a home ownership position, with many of them allowing tenants to become buyers when they have enough saved up. This is also easier when you’re paying less in rent and utilities.
Needless to say, there are plenty of benefits that stand out about mobile home living that are seriously worth considering. If you find a community near you, it might be worth thinking about making the switch if your current home isn’t working for you.
I live in a small Georgia town that you most likely have never heard of and I LOVE it! My house is more than full as I am a single mother of four & caregiver to my aging mother and uncle. Lover of all things Outlander. Goes to the beat of her own drum woman.
Audrey Stewart says
When I get older, I would love this. Less area to clean, not tied to property and perfect for traveling. I want to travel when I retire.
Kim Henrichs says
After my dad just passed I’m in this sort of decision making right now.
Tina F says
I would love to travel around the country in an RV. You could see the country at your own pace. I know a few people that live in RV’s and really enjoy it.
Rita Wray says
Thank you for the information.
Adriane says
I’m, sort of fascinated by this idea
Shirley O says
This is something I have considered as we are retired now and would love to travel in an RV.
heather says
Great post and very informative to read. I like that if you don’t like where you live you can just move.
Marisela Zuniga says
Great information. A mobile home would be a great choice
Bea LaRocca says
Making a mobile home your permanent place of residence seems like a great idea based on the tips you have provided above. I may look into it at some point in the future
Elizabeth says
I hadn’t considered all this!
Nina Lewis says
I’ve wanted to try this for a while. When I get to overwhelmed by taking care of a whole house I feel like this would be so much simple. I’ve been eyeing a tiny house too.
Elizabeth says
A family friend loved living in one!