More than 8 million households, about 6% of the national total, are located in gated communities which include walls or other natural elements enclosing the development. About half of gated neighborhoods offer controlled access with electric gates, entry codes, key cards or security guards. Currently, gated communities are most numerous in large metropolitan and coastal areas of the United States, with the largest concentrations in Arizona, California, Florida, New York and Texas, where they represent one out of every three new residential developments. Residents enjoy the outstanding property values, privacy and security associated with private, gated community living.
Gated access communities are setting the trend for new developments and are quite popular with abroad range of buyers, from young families with children, to high income professionals to retirees. Residents in gated neighborhoods appreciate the addition of beautifully maintained common area amenities which include mail centers, community parks, exercise trails, gazebos, and community meeting rooms.
Many private gated communities are centered around major amenities such as golf courses, lakes and equestrian facilities. The majority of these communities provide for club memberships and full access to these amenities as either part of the purchase price or paid through annual dues. In many cases, these private facilities are not open to the general public and owners can enjoy their favorite activities in an un–crowded environment with other residents who share their interests.
Gated neighborhoods in urban settings provide an oasis from the traffic, noise and congestion of the surrounding cityscape. More and more, developers are finding that homeowners are willing to spend more for the enhanced peace of mind from gated entrances and perimeter walls. Modern technology allows for greater levels of convenience and security within gated communities and includes cameras, electronic access control and monitored security systems.
Private, gated communities are no longer just for the wealthiest people. As this style of living has grown, communities have been built all across the country at a wide variety of price points ranging from a few amenities all the way to private clubs with gourmet dining rooms and championship golf courses.
No matter your income level or interests, there are hundreds of suitable gated communities available for you in just about any setting you desire.
Sunset Shores is a private gated community on Possum Kingdom Lake, deemed one of the cleanest in Texas. Located a short drive from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, the community affords homeowners with a wide variety of amenities including an infinity edge swimming pool and clubhouse, private boat ramp, scuba diving, water sports, hiking and biking trails. Residents are minutes from Graham known for its fine dining, shopping, spas and golf. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoFrom your own private home site, enjoy the panoramic scenery of a snow capped mountain perched atop the crystal blue waters of Walker Lake. One day immerse yourself in the nostalgia of old western ghost towns, and the next day relish in the thrill of modern water sports, golf, or casino gaming. The Shores on Walker Lake are a rare find. Get your lakeside or lake view lot before they’re all gone. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoCome and experience the pleasures of North Carolina’s southern Outer Banks at the spectacular new Chadwick Shores Plantation. This waterfront acreage property features simply stunning dockable waterfront parcels and beautiful marsh and creek view homesites. Conveniently located along the Crystal Coast and the charming city of Beaufort, NC. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoFeaturing exclusive North Carolina riverfront property, Broad River Highlands offers you stunning and spacious 1 to 5 acre waterfront homesites for your dream mountain retreat home. This impeccable land is located in the college town of Boiling Springs, between the cities of Charlotte and Asheville, NC. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThe Promenade and The Oaks is a premiere gated lakefront community set along Lake Guntersville in Scottsboro, Alabama featuring estate–size lakefront and lake view lots. The superb collection of amenities includes a waterfront clubhouse, private marinas, day docks and a boat launch. This pristine lake property is located within easy reach of Huntsville, Birmingham and Chattanooga, TN. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoCome and experience golf at its best and nature at its purest within The Highlands, a 2,500 acre Virginia private golf community set in the pine and hardwood forests of Chesterfield, VA near the historic city of Richmond. Build the custom home of your dreams on generous 1+ acre wooded, lakefront and golf course homesites. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoA world of amenities await you at central Tennessee’s Long Branch Lakes, a 4,500 acre gated community featuring a collection of spacious 1 to 10+ acre homesites in lakefront , creek and wooded hardwood settings. Saddle up and enjoy 25 miles of riding trails in the world–class 1,000 acre Equestrian Village and explore the adjacent Bledsoe State Forest and Fall Creek Falls State Park. ° °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLocated in the very heart of New Tampa, Grand Hampton is a 1,100 acre gated community whose focus is the magnificent natural Florida landscapes which define this extraordinary property. Enjoy refined country club amenities including three unique community parks and a private lake. Just 35 minutes from vibrant downtown Tampa. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLocated on pristine Hutchinson Island in the Savannah River, this private mater–planned community offers magnificent golf course and waterfront views from townhomes and custom homesites. The Reserve is surrounded by the renowned Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort ∓ Spa and features stunning views of downtown Savannah. This “uniquely town and country” neighborhood is just a short ferry ride or drive from historic Old Savannah. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoBetween the spectacular Blue Ridge and South Mountains of western North Carolina, discover Grandview Peaks, a true mountain–top community featuring beautiful new log cabin homes. Enjoy long range panoramic mountain views and all of the outdoor activities for which the North Carolina mountains are renowned. Located near the town of Marion with easy access to I–40. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoSet in the very heart of Myrtle Beach, SC and the Grand Strand, Windsor Plantation offers its residents unmatched location, luxury and value. This SC coastal community’s three unique neighborhoods feature a variety of home and lifestyle options, from luxurious estate homes to maintenance–free townhomes to affordable home/homesite packages. Located just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and the myriad recreational opportunities of Myrtle Beach. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLittle Satilla Island is an exclusive, breathtaking refuge of just seven extraordinary waterfront properties. These private island estates range from 2+ to 3+ acres and each one features direct, deep–water frontage on the preserved marshes of Little Satilla River. Accessible only by a private bridge, Little Satilla Island is just minutes from I–95 near the coastal Georgia’s legendary Golden Isles. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoNo where else in Virginia will you find such a remarkable place– one offering a country club lifestyle that includes world–class golf, winemaking, equestrian facilities, polo grounds, spa treatments, and gourmet dining in one private community. Located in the charming New Kent County countryside near the historic cities of Richmond and Williamsburg. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoAt Falls Cove, you’ll find a simpler way of life in a wonderfully tranquil lakeside setting which offers outstanding family–friendly amenities. Located along Lake Norman, the community includes peaceful streams and marshland with a variety of waterfront and water–view homesite settings. Located in charming Troutman, Falls Cove is near the crossroads of I–77 and I–40, with easy access to Charlotte, Hickory, Winston–Salem and Statesville. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoJourney back through time and rediscover gracious Southern living in South Carolina’s Low Country. Live Oaks at Battery Creek is offering magnificent deep water homesites, tidal creek parcels and water access homesites. This incomparable property is located in historic Beaufort, just 20 minutes from I–95 and one hour from Charleston, S.C. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThis beautiful, forested property is set along the shores of the Catawba River offering estate sized 1–3 acre parcels with magnificent river and nature views. Featuring over one mile of direct river frontage, Catawba Shores Estates is ideally located just minutes from I–77, only 25 minutes from the glittering city of Charlotte, North Carolina. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoThis gated paradise set along beautiful Lake Seaton features oversized estate lake view and lakefront homesites. Kiva Ridge is set in Carroll County, just 45 miles from Atlanta in the playground of western Georgia. A haven for nature enthusiasts, this private lakefront community offers you exceptional privacy and serenity while being convenient to big–city amenities. °
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