Tired of the Same Old? 10 Advantages of Living in a Master-Planned Community

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Your home is likely to be the most expensive purchase you make in your lifetime. Understandably, you want the perfect place where you’ll live, entertain, relax, and rest! But, finding an already-built structure in your ideal city that meets all your preferences and stays within your budget can be challenging.

That’s why many people choose to invest in homes in master-planned communities (MPCs), such as those designed by Destination Homes in Salt Lake City, UT. These community homes have so much more than you’d get by buying in a typical residential area. The master plans focus on the resident’s needs, offering self-contained amenities and benefits that improve their quality of living.

What is a master-planned community, and why is it becoming the norm in construction and home buying today? We’ll share the 10 advantages of living in master-planned communities next.

1. The Developer Considers Everyone

When you buy a traditional house, the entire neighborhood is individually focused. Each home’s property differs from the rest, and the amenities in the area are general. Those with individual wants and needs, such as play areas for their children or space for sports, are confined to what their property lines permit.

On the other hand, in a master-planned community, the developer has considered the wants and needs of those who may live there. In this custom-built residential neighborhood, those who live there enjoy the benefits of various amenities that allow the community to be somewhat self-contained. For instance, it’s not uncommon for an MPC to offer swimming pools and playgrounds. Some more complex MPCs include restaurants, general stores, and even schools!

The overall goal of an MPC is to provide residents with a place where they can enjoy their homes and lives without going outside their neighborhood.

2. You Get the Amenities Without the Cost

How many times have you wished you had a pool in your home but didn’t want to invest the time and expense of installation and maintenance, not to mention the cost of insurance and electricity? Or maybe you want to work out but don’t want to clutter your home with expensive gym equipment.

Buying a home in a master-planned community gives you access to all of these amenities without the cost or upkeep. Choose your home based on whether the MPC has the perks that matter to you, whether they’re a fancy pool, playground, on-site convenience store, or fitness center.

3. Be As Introverted or Extroverted As You Like

Your master-planned community offers you a chance to connect with the residents in your area through outdoor activities, community events, and other opportunities. Check your emails and notifications in the MPC hub for upcoming activities. Join in the fitness classes, connect for a holiday get-together, or create your own event at the community center. On the other hand, if you would prefer to keep to yourself, that’s perfectly acceptable, too!

4. The Landscaping is Divine

Do you have a black thumb? Is your outside care limited to mowing and trimming, but you want a lush, green lawn with landscaping? If so, a master-planned community is an ideal place to start. In these communities, you’ll enjoy the beauty of strategically placed greenery, trees, and pre-designed landscaping. All you have to do is keep up with your yard. The bones and structure are already there!

5. Count on Safety At Your Ideal Level

It’s understandable that you’re concerned about your home’s security and your loved ones’ safety. In a master-planned community, you can choose whether to look for enhanced safety measures such as gated enclosures, security codes, frequent patrols, and other protective features. Factors like street lights at regular intervals and nearby neighbors to help keep an eye on the neighborhood are also ways to help residents feel more secure

6. One-Floor-Plan-Doesn’t-Fit-All

In many communities, everyone who lives there can expect that they know what their neighbor’s homes looks like. The floor plans are almost all the same, with a minor shift here or there to reverse the rooms.

But in an MPC, the developers understand that people in various stages of life have different needs. The community offers homes with floor plans that work well for families, single professionals, retirees, and empty nesters. Consider a multi-story home to provide the room you need for a growing family or regular guests, or invest in a smaller townhouse to keep your budget smaller and cleanup simple.

7. There’s a Focus on Eco-Friendly Living

Because most MPCs are modern, these communities follow many enviromentally friendly regulations. The drive to ensure sustainability where possible comes back as a benefit to you, whether you plan to recycle and compost or you simply enjoy the advantages of energy-efficient houses and beautiful landscaping and greenery.

In a master-planned community, each space and structure is strategically planned to allow for minimal impact on the environment and improve the wellness of the residents. Homes and structures follow federal regulations for eco-friendliness.

8. MPCs Are In Thriving Locations

While your new home may sit in a quiet, peaceful suburban neighborhood, the reality is that master-planned communities are always located near thriving locations. Although the hustle and bustle is removed from your property, you’ll find everything you need, from grocery stores and restaurants to doctor’s office and schools, are conveniently located near the community.

9. Your Lifestyle May Improve

Without that gym or pool or access to community events, it’s easy to live a complacent and comfortable lifestyle. But once you start using the pool and fitness center or getting to know your neighbors, you may not want to go back to that general way of living. Your health may improve, your mental wellness can thrive, and your overall quality of life may have been waiting for this type of change to give it a kick in the best direction possible!

10. Your Home is an Investment

It’s easy to see why this last benefit is an obvious yet vital part of buying in a master-planned community. Because of all the advantages of living in these neighborhoods, homes built here can increase in value. Depending on where you buy, you may quickly gain equity and have a wise asset instead of an ongoing expense, as you would with a traditional house in a less strategically located and designed location.