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Mobile & Manufactured Homes: A Twist on Orlando Housing & Real Estate

Mobile Homes In Florida As culture evolves, so do Orlando housing and real estate trends. We’re uncovering another home-buying option that may work better for you.   Over the years, the world has put a negative stigma around the term “trailer parks.” However, our team at Four Star Homes is altering the way people view such communal areas. Mobile and manufactured homes offer some competitive advantages as an alternative to traditional Orlando housing. Their easy, affordable features make them impossible not to consider.   Our website lists available mobile and manufactured homes by areas all over Florida. We have the largest inventory of manufactured... Continue Reading

A History of Florida Mobile Home Resorts

(Written with permission by Russell S. Watson of Florida Manufactured Home Living - See the video here!) Hundreds of thousands of people live in manufactured home resort parks in Florida, yet few know the history that resulted in their creation. Early History The first large-scale production mobile home was the Conestoga wagon. It was constructed from wood, and the wheels were iron rim for greater durability. The wagon was about 18 feet long, 11 feet high, and four feet in width. It was the first mobile home used on a large scale. Everything you needed for the trip had to... Continue Reading

What’s the Difference Between a Mobile Home and a Manufactured Home?

When looking for a mobile home or manufactured home for sale, it can be somewhat confusing. The terms are often used interchangeably, but there are important differences. What are mobile homes and manufactured homes? Both mobile homes and manufactured homes were both built off-site in a warehouse. These prefabricated homes were then transported to the location where they’re set and permanently affixed to the ground. They are often placed in mobile home communities next to other mobile homes. These mobile and manufactured home communities are a far cry from the outdated term "trailer parks", as they are more commonly well-kept... Continue Reading

2020 Brought More from the Northeast and Midwest to the Sunshine State

Florida has always attracted retirees and snowbirds from all across the U.S., but in 2020 we saw a specific increase in interest from those living in the Northeast and Midwest and wanting to move down to the Sunshine State. Many want to escape some of the more populous areas and retire early in Florida manufactured homes. Several seek the lifestyle and amenities afforded by the various mobile home communities, of which they may not have up north. Others are looking for more affordable housing options that offer better space and included services such as lawn care. And, as always, we... Continue Reading

3 Reasons Ocala Mobile Homes Are Great for Retirement

Ocala Mobile Homes If you’re looking to retire and enjoy the fruits of your labor, consider Ocala mobile homes for your next adventure. Here’s why they’re a great option for retirees.   Ocala Mobile Homes Are A Great Retirement Option  By now, you probably know that mobile homes are a cost-effective housing solution. If you didn’t, you’d be surprised to learn how much is included in the price of living in a modern mobile home community. Many houses include amazing features and are ready to move in or In today’s do-it-yourself era, mobile homes have become a highly demanded fixer-upper project due to... Continue Reading

Leesburg Mobile Home Amenities: What to Look for in Your Next Mobile Home Community

affordable housing in Orlando Just because mobile homes are affordable housing does not mean that they aren’t lovely homes. Here’s how mobile homes can be affordable housing in Orlando and the central Florida area.   Manufactured homes are not what you imagine them to be, I can assure you of that. The concept of a “trailer park” and the idea of the traditional mobile home community in the public’s mind is all based on misinformation. We aim to break the stigma around beautiful, affordable mobile housing.      Affordable Housing in Orlando and Central Florida: Mobile Homes Pricing Pricing for mobile homes is exceptionally... Continue Reading

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