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.
Discover extraordinary lakefront property with oversized parcels at Land’s End on Lake Anna. Located between Richmond and Washington, D.C., this very private community is offering 1 ½ acre lake access and lakeview homesites and 2 ½ acre lakefront parcels suitable for a private dock. Enjoy the easy going lake region lifestyle while having easy access to the nearby metropolitan areas of Richmond, Charlottesville, Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland. °
Send Me Free Information Now! View More Photos & InfoNestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains between Reno and Lake Tahoe, you will find Montrêux, a place of timeless beauty, a place of classic elegance, a private, gated community surrounds the unparalleled Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. Just one look at the towering pines, the picturesque mountains and the stunning architecture, and you will quickly come to appreciate the rarity and splendor of it all. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoWaterford Plantation has quickly become the favorite family neighborhood on the "quiet side" of Myrtle Beach with healthy, family centered amenities. Features include individual home designs, sidewalks, nature trails and private parks throughout its 200 acres, as well as great new schools just a short walk away. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoFrom the moment you set your eyes on the land, you’ll know you’ve found something very special. Nestled among the Blue Ridge Mountains and bordered by the French Broad River, Seven Falls Golf and River Club offers sweeping highland views, a brand new Arnold Palmer Premier golf course and a vibrant town center. Located near Asheville and Hendersonville, this is Western North Carolina’s only private golf and river club. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoSouthern charm is everywhere you look in Osprey Cove. This gated community offers an inviting climate, the scenic beauty of Georgia’s coastal Lowcountry, an active lifestyle with an array of recreational choices, and abundant cultural and entertainment venues in the surrounding community. 18 hole championship golf course, Georgia land for sale. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoAn incomparable lifestyle awaits you at Grand Haven, the premier residential golf community on Florida's east coast. Located on more than 1,350 acres along the Intracoastal Waterway on the Palm Coast, Features a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, a world–class country club, a gated community with large homesites and award–winning home builders. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoWelcome to one of the most exciting new real estate projects in the Southeast – Pickwick Pines Resort. Located approximately one mile from Pickwick Lake, Pickwick Dam, Tennessee. This incredible resort is one of a kind and features custom homes with complete resort amenities. Offerring custom homes, home sites, property and land for sale. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoA small, quiet, gated, lakefront community, strategically located in Summertown, TN. Come explore our 429 beautiful acres including 2 lakes, a 2,400 sq. ft. clubhouse, streams, ponds, etc. Home sites start at $40,000 and are 1.5 – 16 acres. Ideal for nature lovers and those concerned about the environment. Lakefront, lake view and wooded building sites. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLocated on the banks of the Etowah River in Canton, River Green is a 600 acre Chatham–Wieland Hometown featuring a superb collection of single–family homes, townhomes and villas. This family–friendly community offers two spectacular clubhouse facilities, a central park and neighborhood elementary school. River Green was designed with pedestrians in mind, featuring a planned town center and beautiful walking trails winding throughout the neighborhood and along the river. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoBlue Valley is no ordinary community– this 400 acre equestrian estate neighborhood is set in the renowned North Atlanta horse country of Alpharetta, Georgia. Discover unique 1 to 15 acre GA equestrian estates set along the river, numerous streams, brooks, and lakes and enjoy a world–class equestrian center with miles of gorgeous riding trails. This horse lover’s paradise is convenient to all that Atlanta offers while providing an unmatched, elegant Georgia country lifestyle. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & Info1780 &Old Wildlife Club on Lake James creates unforgettable properties nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Homesites in Crescent’s newest communities, 1780 and Old Wildlife Club, feature striking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Linville Gorge Wilderness, Lake James and the Catawba River. Lots in Crescent’s communities on Lake James range in size from 2 to 18 acres. Interior homesites from the $200s. Waterfront homesites start in the mid–$300s. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoIn one of America’s last truly unspoiled seaside locations, discover the charms of Bogue Watch, a waterfront community set along the southern Outer Banks of North Carolina. This seaside community features superior boating amenities and distinctive coastal homes with spectacular views of the surrounding marshlands, lakes and Bogue Sound. Surrounded by pristine nature and the Intracoastal Waterway, Bogue Watch is located between Morehead City and Swansboro along the magnificent Crystal Coast. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoOn the shores of tranquil Lake Hickory, come discover Anchors Landing, a 500 acre private lakefront community set in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Create your perfect primary, retirement or vacation home on spectacular 1 to 3 acre homesites. Community amenities include: boat slips, stocked fishing lakes, paved walking paths and 40 acres of private nature areas and parks. Located near Hickory with easy access to Asheville, Charlotte, Blowing Rock and Winston Salem, North Carolina. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoOverlooking southern Oregon’s spectacular Klamath Lake is the new lakeside community of Ridgewater, the perfect escape from hectic city life. Experience the breathtaking lake and mountain views from the pristine natural surroundings of this master–planned community. Ridgewater offers a wealth of year–round family adventures, from cross country skiing to whitewater rafting. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the lakeside lifestyle of Ridgewater– where the mountains meet the lake. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoFord's Colony, a residential and resort community that's destined to make history where America began. Today, Williamsburg remains one of the most enchanting addresses in America. And it's here on a lovely 2,800 acre stretch of Virginia countryside that you&ll find a resort community which combines the elegance of the past, with luxury of today. Virginia land for sale. °
Send Me Free Information Now!View More Photos & InfoLocated within the City of Charleston, Daniel Island is one of the South Carolina Lowcountry’s preferred suburban addresses. This 4,000–acre island town features distinctive neighborhoods with a mix of home styles and prices, and landscaped streets with sidewalks that encourage leisurely strolls and neighborly conversations. Charleston SC real estate, property and land for sale. °
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