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.
Located 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 & InfoLocated in pastoral Powhatan County, Tilman’s Farm is a magnificent new community offering generous 2–6 acre lakeview and meadow estates. This rural setting, just 20 miles from Richmond, provides a tranquil retreat from urban life. This exceptional Virginia property is conveniently located near Washington, D.C. and the Chesapeake Bay. °
View More Photos & InfoPerched at an elevation of 4,500 feet, the elegantly appointed Mountainside Townhomes at Wolf Laurel give you long range mountain views, full resort amenities and the carefree lifestyle of townhome living. Surrounded by a beautiful ski resort and a stunning 18 hole golf course, you’ll enjoy the finest in mountain resort living, just 35 minutes from downtown Asheville. °
View More Photos & InfoSculpted by nature, The Preserve at Little Pine offers refreshing peace and privacy with a very limited number of mountain–view estate homesites within this 1,800 acre private preserve community. Over 85 percent of the land will be preserved, ensuring pristine views and exceptional mountain living for generations to come. The Preserve is just 35 minutes from Asheville, yet is surrounded by thousands of acres of beautiful national parks and forests. °
View More Photos & InfoLooking for a quality North Carolina mountain lifestyle for an affordable price? Bryson Farm’s new condominium homes give you superb mountain and river views and an ideal location within walking distance of the charming campus of Western Carolina University. Choose from 1 to 3 bedroom floor plans and enjoy amenities such as gas fireplaces, a clubhouse, swimming pool and beautiful community walking trails. Centrally located in Cullowhee, just 1 hour from Asheville in the mountains of Western North Carolina. °
View More Photos & InfoYou’ll love the lifestyle along one of the South’s largest lakes at Charleston Bay, a new waterfront community offering lakefront and lake access properties. This community is set on the shores of spectacular Clarks Hill/Thurmond Lake, with over 1,200 miles of unspoiled shoreline near the Georgia/South Carolina border just 60 miles from Augusta, within easy reach of Atlanta and Columbia, S.C. °
View More Photos & InfoThis new Blue Ridge Mountain golf community offers homes and estates with value in mind in a magnificent location just minutes from the famous Blue Ridge Parkway. Crestview Mountain surrounds the challenging fairways of Crestview Golf Club and offers extraordinary golf frontage and golf view building sites. Located near Sparta and Mt. Airy, just 20 minutes from I–77. °
View More Photos & InfoThe Ranch Club is an upscale rural escape, located close to Jacksonville and St. Augustine, yet worlds apart with a collection of 2 to 18 acre equestrian estate parcels. The Ranch Club at Ashton Oaks offers an elegant lifestyle with outstanding privacy and the opportunity to experience Florida ranch living in an ideal setting. This exceptional property is convenient to the Atlantic beaches, the St. Johns River and the spectacular World Golf Village, a short drive from I–95. °
View More Photos & InfoDiscover the difference at Georgia’s premier waterfront gated community, The Sanctuary on Lake Sinclair. This 600 acre neighborhood offers tranquil landscapes, gently rolling hills, abundant wildlife and sweeping views of magnificent Lake Sinclair. Enjoy resort style amenities and generous waterfront, water view or wooded interior homesites. °
View More Photos & InfoAt the coastal community of Liberty Harbor, you’ll discover authentic small town living with the exceptional amenities of a private waterfront club. Located in the renowned Golden Isles, this gated community features waterfront homesites and elegant condominiums where nearly every residence enjoys a water view. Set along the community’s riverfront is a luxury, full service marina with ocean access and a unique boardwalk. Liberty Harbor is within walking distance to beautiful Brunswick, Georgia and is just a short drive from I–95. °
View More Photos & InfoEnjoy days filled with spectacular boating, fishing or simply relaxing along the shores of Table Rock Lake in your new home at Kings River Beach. This lakefront golf course community features lake and golf view homesites and is located nearby to the world–class entertainment of Branson and the historic destination of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. °
View More Photos & InfoExperience the ultimate in privacy and solitude on this 120 acre luxury island community located in southern Idaho in the middle of the fabulous Snake River. This sportsman’s river retreat offers stunning waterfront homesite estates and access to year–round outdoor recreation including thrilling whitewater rafting, challenging rock climbing and spectacular snow skiing. This private island retreat is located within easy reach of the cities of Sun Valley, Boise and Idaho Falls and Salt Lake City. °
View More Photos & InfoBreathtaking views of paradise can be yours at Ko Olina, Oahu’s newest luxury residential resort located on the magnificent Waianae coast. Here, elegantly appointed condominiums and villas rise majestically from the beach, offering residents a true oasis of luxury and pleasure. The world–class amenities offered include an oceanside lagoon style pool, a Sports Club, superb golf and tennis and a private marina. The Beach Villas of Ko Olina is located on the island’s pristine west coast and is convenient to the cosmopolitan capital city of Honolulu. °
View More Photos & InfoYear round sunshine, sparkling white sand beaches and ancient volcanic lava fields– this could only be Hawaii’s Big Island and the spectacular Kohala Coast. Find your piece of paradise here in Hali’i Kai at Waikoloa, a private community of ocean and golf view villas offering the finest resort amenities. Enjoy golf on dramatic Weiskopf and Robert Trent Jones designs where lush green fairways are accented by black lava and the backdrop is the vast Pacific Ocean and an ancient snow–capped volcano! °
View More Photos & InfoInspiring Blue Ridge Mountain views in concert with a refreshing four season climate make Chincoteague an ideal mountain retreat. Fewer than 60 pristine home sites of up to six acres are available to a select few who will make their home here. Those with a passion for the outdoors will enjoy the outstanding river and stream fishing as well as the community’s superbly outfitted equestrian center. Chincoteague is located in scenic Ashe County near a host of state parks, natural attractions and exciting ski facilities. °
View More Photos & InfoThe allure of the Blue Ridge Mountains beckons you to discover Wild Ridges, a private gated community offering inspiring mountain views in a serene, natural setting. Find your place in the mountains with a 1 to 3 ½ acre homesite and start enjoying the active outdoor lifestyle of Western North Carolina. This 1,500 community will feature superb amenities, numerous streams and waterfalls and is within easy driving distance to Morganton and Asheville– just 7 miles from I–40. °
View More Photos & InfoAlong the shores of pristine St. Andrews Bay, you’ll discover East Bay, an old Florida coastal community featuring traditional “cracker style” architecture. This 1,300 acre waterfront neighborhood has been thoughtfully planned to preserve the beauty of the land and offer a unique coastal way of life. Residents will enjoy generous open spaces, community parks, two marinas and a pedestrian friendly Town Center. East Bay is located between Panama City and Apalachicola in the Florida Panhandle. °
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