California is known as the Golden State for a good reason. The abundance of sunshine and mild weather, combined with beautiful beaches, mountains, and the desert, make it a great place to live.

Retirees, however, may consider living elsewhere due to the high cost of living. Housing in California has always been expensive because of the attractive outdoor lifestyle, but there are still affordable housing options.

Here are a few reasons why retirees and others should consider purchasing a mobile home or new manufactured home in a 55+ community:

1. Affordability. Brand new modern manufactured homes are much less expensive than site-built homes, and often feature designer amenities and finishes that you’d find in a traditional home. In California, where the median home price hit $900,000 in this year, according to the California Association of Realtors, the average cost of a manufactured home in the state is about $120,000. This cost difference makes manufactured homes a great option for retirees and those getting close to retirement who may be on a tighter budget.
2. A carefree, low-maintenance lifestyle. One of the most overlooked benefits of owning a mobile home is the modest upkeep. A smaller home and yard mean the cleaning and upkeep get done faster, allowing more time for hobbies, socializing, spending time with loved ones, and even traveling.
3. Simplify your life. The minimalist movement has been strong for a few years, especially since the pandemic. Studies show that people who own more things are not happier than people who own less, and physical clutter can impede happiness and productivity. Many people are finding that streamlining their possessions and living with less makes them happier.
4. Keeping active and building new relationships. Many mobile home parks have active social calendars with clubs, group activities, game nights, exercise classes, and more. Most parks have a strong sense of community, and it’s easy to build new friendships with your neighbors.
5. Gives You the Freedom to Travel. The low maintenance and low cost of manufactured home living can allow for extra time and resources to travel. Most communities have RV storage on site, making it easy and convenient to take to the road. Neighbors can also look out for each other’s homes when on vacation.

Contact us here at HomeQuest if you’d like to explore the perfect manufactured home and community for you.