Posts Tagged ‘55 and up Communities’

Creekwood is Paran Homes’ newest community of age-qualified homes. Now selling in Powder Springs, these thoughtfully designed houses are built for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. The open-concept ranch-style floor plans are ideal for homeowners 55+ years of age looking to settle into a neighborhood for the next chapter of their lives.

When you live here, you don’t have to worry about climbing stairs to access the bedrooms, bedrooms, and laundry room spaces. That guaranteed accessibility brings peace of mind and sets Creekwood apart from similar neighborhoods. The floor plans in this community offer three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and up to 1805 Sqft of living space. The front of the home has a beautiful green lawn with a large paved walkway and garage. There’s room to garden in the interior, exterior, and sides for those who enjoy curating curb appeal and making their home stand out with seasonal blooms.

The expansive kitchen has double sinks, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and modern white cabinets. The dark hardwood floors in the common areas (including the screened sunroom) make cleaning a breeze and reduce unwanted odors and stains. Homeowners can use the spacious island to seat several people for meals, or the kitchen nook with additional seating and natural lighting, and the open-concept design allows the living and dining rooms to flow together seamlessly.

The spacious and elegant bedrooms have tray ceilings, carpeted floors, and multiple windows, creating the perfect blend of style and convenience. A designated sitting area allows homeowners to unwind, enjoy a good book, or engage in other relaxing activities. The primary bedroom connects to an en-suite bathroom with carefully designed fixtures and features such as a walk-in shower, seat, non-slip flooring, and a raised toilet. The bathroom is aesthetically pleasing and highly practical, simultaneously promoting independence and safety.

The community amenities and features are an excellent addition to the neighborhood and can increase the property value of your new home investment. Homebuyers can rest assured that safety is Paran Homes’ priority both inside the home and throughout the property with the installed gate at the front of the neighborhood. The gate reduces crime and dissuades unlicensed solicitors from entering the community.

There is also a clubhouse for residents and their guests. The surrounding community is a fantastic area with a lot to do. Creekwood is down the street from the Silver Comet Trail and a short drive to Sweetwater Creek State Park, so staying active with your children, grandchildren, and pets is easy.

For those who love eating out and shopping, the neighborhood is just a few minutes from downtown Powder Springs. For various Mexican and soul food cuisines, you can enjoy nearby eateries, Carzell’s Kitchen, Don Diego, and La Parilla. Popular shopping areas, including Brownsville Commons and Austell Promenade, are nearby for grocery, retail, and daily living needs.

Explore Creekwood – NEW 55+ Community in Powder Springs

Now is the time to move into the home you’ve been dreaming of! Call Creekwood your home this holiday season and ring in the new year knowing you’re exactly where you want to be. This 55+ community is selling quickly. Contact our agent, Fran Torchia, today to learn more about available homes and our current promotions that can save you money!

Baby Boomers are known for their independence. The generation works hard, plays hard, and doesn’t want to be told what to do. Naturally, as boomers get older, they are embracing the idea of aging in place.

The National Institute of Health agrees that the best way to maintain good health for a long life is to stay active, surround yourself with loved ones, and interact with the community. Our builders at Paran Homes recognize this and have designed a place that enables young-at-heart home buyers who are age 55+ to find comfort and convenience with an easy life in a beautiful home. We proudly introduce Creekwood, a new luxurious and thoughtfully designed community in Powder Springs.

Located just minutes from the heart of Powder Springs, there’s no better place to age beautifully. With easy access to I-285, and a short commute to Atlanta, this stunning gated community has everything you and your family could want in a new home. This includes a gorgeous and healthy greenspace for walking and getting fresh air and a community clubhouse for gathering with friends and neighbors. Maybe you’ll start a book club, a yoga class, or just gather to share a lemonade.

Our newest selection of age-qualified villas in Powder Springs features attractive three bedroom ranch-style homes starting in the $300s that offer convenient flexibility and easy one-level living. You’ll love the high ceilings and the open floor plan, making entertaining a pleasure. The chef-inspired kitchen is sleek and stylish with granite countertops, tile backsplash, well-functioning island, and stainless steel appliances. Bedrooms are all spacious and comfortable. In the master suite, you’ll find luxurious comfort and a huge walk-in closet. In the bath, the double vanity and zero-step tiled shower with a bench are ideal for ease and pampering.

Outside the community gates, you’ll find an abundance of wonderful activities in downtown Powder Springs, a city rich with history and heritage. Here, you’ll find unique shops, great restaurants, and regular events and festivals. Go a bit further off the square and you’ll find:

• The Seven Springs Museum is home to unique artifacts and photographs that reflect the history of the area.
• Inside the Seven Springs Museum, you’ll find the Southern Quilt Trail with displays of the traditional folk art of quilting.
• If you’re feeling more active, check out Lost Mountain Park with lovely hiking trails, fishing ponds, and the home to the West Cobb Senior Center with lots of activities and resources.
• Head to Sweetwater Creek State Park and you’ll find fantastic hiking and walking trails, fishing, canoeing, waterfalls, and pre-civil war ruins.

It’s possible to age-in-place with comfort and luxurious style. Schedule a visit today to see all the ways that the Creekwood life can be right for you. Talk with our design center experts about all the ways you can personalize your new Creekwood home to best suit your tastes and lifestyle.

When it comes to 55+, active adult, or age restricted communities, there’s often plenty of confusion and questions to go around. Who can live in an active adult community? When does an extended visit violate the covenants? Aren’t there fair housing rules to worry about? What if a spouse dies and the remaining owner is under 55?

55 and older communities have their own rules that vary from one to another, but there are some basic guidelines you can expect to see in the majority of the ones you’ll visit in your home search. We’ll touch base on a few of those, and hopefully give you enough information to ask informed questions of the agent representing the neighborhoods on your short-list.

Does the Fair Housing Act Prohibit 55+ Communities?

The Federal Fair Housing Act says you cannot deny housing or real estate transactions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, and familial status. Age is actually not listed, so developers and communities can set restrictions on who can own property to some degree and within state law.

What Do the Actual Age Requirements State?

For the majority of active adult communities, it’s stated that 1 owner must be 55+, with an allowance for a spouse or partner that is 40+. Children over 18 are sometimes allowed as well, but it’s very rare that children under 18 are allowed to be residents. Children under 18 most often are limited to 30 consecutive days for visits, allowing time for grandkids and others in your life to swing in for up to a full month.

Survivorship for a Significant Other Under 55

According to the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995 (HOPA), at least 80 percent of the occupied units of an age-restricted community must include one resident age 55 or older and the community must show an intent to provide housing for those 55 and up. This sets up an 80/20 rule for most communities to have some leeway for not only surprise children (traditional surprises, inherited surprises, etc.), but leaves room for spouses and significant others that are under 55 to continue to live and own a property after the unfortunate passing of the older partner. Again, this is flexible by community and subject to state laws, not just federal.

The UPside!

While considerations for your own circumstances have to be factored into your search for a community you’ll feel right at home in, the major upside of living in a 55+ community if you qualify is quality of life. You’ll live amongst people with similar values for property maintenance, and are less likely to experience a house next door full of partiers, loud music, or night owls that disrupt the neighborhood peace. Many of these communities have social groups that meet for gaming, hobbies, travel, and entertainment. The HOAs often have landscaping agreements. And, the floor plans are always comfortable with owner’s suites on the main floor, ranch plans, and low maintenance construction.

We have 3 new construction active adult communities in the Metro Atlanta area – all with available homes now. And with our current incentives, you can save on closing costs on select lots when using our trusted lender, Homeowners Financial Group. Have more questions? Reach out to us for the answers!

Our age-qualified 55 plus communities in Metro Atlanta feature homes offer the perfect recipe for convenience and flexibility with comfortable one-level plans. For example, Creekwood is one of our 55 plus communities in Metro Atlanta that features elegant one-level living. Let’s take a look at one of the floor plans here, the Savannah, and all the benefits it offers. Convenient and flexible one-level living is waiting for you.

One-Level Living

When designing 55 plus communities in Atlanta, we understand the importance of one-level designs. The Savannah plan is a ranch-style home with an elegant open-concept design, creating a home full of living spaces that remain accessible as you age. Plus, the one-level design of the Savannah offers a natural flow from room to room. Plenty of memories will be made, laughs will be shared, and long chats will be had – thanks to the connected modern kitchen, family room, and dining room.

Flexibility

Next, the Savannah plan has 3 bedrooms that give you the right amount of space for the active adult lifestyle. The owner’s suite in the Savannah plan has tray ceilings, a luxury bathroom, and walk-in closet. Plus, it also offers convenient extras like a sitting room and door to the covered patio. But, the true flexibility comes from the 2 secondary bedrooms. If you have children and/or grandchildren, a guest bedroom accommodates those exciting overnight stays! And even then, you still have an extra bedroom. Create the work-from-home office of your dreams! 

Convenience

Possibly the most comfortable 55 plus designs are those created with convenient age-in-place features. First, the Savannah plan offers an owner’s suite bathroom with a stepless, walk-in shower. Next, the garage offers walk-up storage, so it is easy to get to your holiday decorations! The one-level design removes stairs from your everyday routine, so you can access every space for years to come. Lastly, these villa-style homes offer a low-maintenance lifestyle!

Our 55 Plus Communities in Atlanta Offer it All

Looking to make a move to one of our age-qualified 55 plus communities in Atlanta? Paran Homes has you covered. In a Paran Homes 55 plus community, you’re surrounded by convenience, flexibility, and comfortable one-level living. So if you are looking for your next move, start here in Powder Springs! Discover more about the Savannah plan by reaching out to an agent at Creekwood in Powder Springs. 

Is an active adult community in Georgia right for you? Are you looking to downsize? Want to find a home to age in place with ease? Active adult communities are transforming the idea of senior living and are becoming more and more popular in Metro Atlanta. These 55 plus communities are thoughtfully designed to make life more comfortable and convenient for an active adult lifestyle. Access to outdoor adventures, convenience to Atlanta, and much more might just make you consider an active adult community here in Metro Atlanta. Keep reading! 

Designed to Age in Place 

Active adult communities are typically designed with ranch-style floor plans that emphasize one-level living. This style home is convenient for entertaining, cleaning, living, and watching grandchildren (if you have them). And, homeowners will surely be comfortable aging in place, thanks to the lack of stairs to access main living spaces in most active adult homes. 

Ranch-style floor plans in our Creekwood homes focus on one-level living, but they offer even more. This active adult community in Metro Atlanta features open and spacious new construction homes with accessible design details. For example, some details include zero-entry showers, walk-up storage, extra bedrooms, and private areas like sunrooms for leisure time!

Lock and Leave, Low Maintenance 

Another emphasis on livability and convenience that comes with 55 plus communities is the low-maintenance lifestyle! Most active adult communities provide exterior lawn maintenance, so homeowners can spend more time doing the things they want to. 

“Near-it-all” Location 

Many empty nesters and active adults find themselves eager to enjoy shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor adventures, and more with their free time. In Georgia, especially the Metro Atlanta area, you’ll be close to it all from an active adult community! If you are seeking natural beauty, Metro Atlanta has plenty of parks and is close enough to North Georgia for an easy day trip. In addition, the convenience to Atlanta is one of the biggest perks of living in a Metro Atlanta community. Homeowners will have easy commutes to all the top companies, like Microsoft and Coca-Cola, and access to the best dining, shopping, and entertainment options. So, your grandkids will love to come visit and adventure with you!

Trusted Home Builder

But the main reason to consider active adult communities in Metro Atlanta is because Paran Homes builds there! We build homes that promote a quality of life our homeowners deserve. Our active adult communities in Metro Atlanta help you create a new sense of community for an active adult lifestyle through great locations, amenities, and accessible design details. Discover Paran Homes, a trusted home builder, today. Then, reach out to an agent to learn more! You’ll see for yourself why you should consider an active adult community in Metro Atlanta.

You always hear the term “spring cleaning”, but fall is the perfect time to refresh your home and get ready for the colder weather. To bring out the chunky-knit sweaters and fall decorations, though, you have to have room for it! Deep cleaning can be an all-day adventure, but when you own one of our one-level homes in our 3 active adult communities, fall cleaning is made easy! Paran Homes builds comfortable and convenient homes in 55+ communities in Gwinnett and Cobb County. Ensure a cozy fall and winter in a brand new home with these cleaning and organization tips and one level designs. 

A Clean Kitchen Means A Clean Mind

The kitchen is easily the heart of your home. The condition of the kitchen creates the ambiance for the whole home. Our active adult communities feature chef-inspired kitchens with designer features to make organization easier and clean-up a breeze. For example, Gladstone Landing is our Powder Springs community, which features double sinks, walk-in pantries, tile backsplashes, and spacious granite islands.

A good place to start in the kitchen is cleaning out your refrigerator and freezer. It is easy to let the condiments and frozen vegetables stack up and overflow! If you have seen the viral organization videos, you may have already heard of this amazing trick. But if not, these organization bins for your refrigerator/freezer are game changers. You can easily spot your favorite frozen meals for a quick dinner or keep an eye on your produce before it goes bad.

Spacious Storage Options 

For the fashion lovers and those with overflowing closets, a fall cleanout and organization is crucial to take on the cooler days ahead. Old pieces, or clothing from over the summer can be organized by keep, donate, or toss! When your closet is organized with only clothes that you’ll wear, or that match the current season, you have more space and can get the most use out of your wardrobe. A mudroom or linen closet are also perfect spaces to hang your coats to give you more room in your closet. 

Seaboard Junction in Loganville offers one-level homes with spacious owner’s closets and walk-up storage for homeowner convenience. Once you have the keep pile from your closet cleanout, you can put them into bins and store them in the walk-up space in your two-car garage. The owner’s suite closet has plenty of room to store your thickest sweaters and heaviest coats. The mudroom (per plan) can store quick-grab coats for walking the dog or getting the mail. And, the linen closet will hold the overflow of warm blankets, extra sheets for guests, and chunky winter boots! 

Extra Bedrooms for Holiday Guests

The best part of the cooler weather ahead of us is the family time that comes with it. There is an array of holidays during these months that encourage creating memories and sharing laughs with your loved ones. Whether sharing eggnog or inviting family to stay the night, you’ll need a clean guest bedroom set up for a seamless holiday experience. The one-level homes in Creekwood boast elegant floor plans with 2-3 bedrooms, perfect for hosting and overnight guests. 

Extra bedrooms can easily become the room to store all your extra decor, clothes, and everything in between. When you clean and organize the guest room, your guests will be comfortable. And, you’ll be happy to have a clean flex space when guests aren’t around. Deep cleaning flex rooms for the fall can consist of organizing your beloved nick-nacks with under-the-bed storage and refreshing the bedding with cold-weather linens. 

Cleaning is the Perfect Introduction to a New Season

A one-level home in a Paran Homes 55+ neighborhood is a fantastic choice. It makes deep cleaning and everyday life easier! As an active adult, you’ll enjoy not having to haul cleaning supplies up the stairs or climbing to the attic to store your things, plus so much more. Welcome a brand new season in a brand new home in one of our 55+ communities. Speak with an agent today, and spend your holiday seasons in a beautiful new construction home.