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Buying a home in a sustainable luxury gated estate is a smart investment decision for a variety of reasons. Not only does it provide a sense of security and exclusivity, but it also offers residents the opportunity to live in a community that prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices and energy efficiency.Read More

We, at Gated Estates, would like to describe gated communities as unjointed joint families. If you look at it practically, that is precisely what the gated communities represent. They give you a family of your own without really intruding in your space. When you think of the times gone by, the things you miss most about big families are perhaps the incessant laughter ringing off the walls, the constant bustle and chatter, the festivals together and a self-sufficient environment.Read More

Are you eccentric? Do you value art and design? Are you worried that gated estates are stiff and soulless and too “matchy matchy” with their aesthetic? We hear you. Home Owner Associations (HOA) get a bad rap. What do you mean I can’t put that pink flamingo pinwheel on my lawn??? But with the bad comes the good too as sometimes too much creativity can cause upset in a neighborhood. As with any neighborhood governed by an HOA, gated estates bring several rules and regulations which is often subjective.Read More

For many residents, the most obvious advantage to a gated community is security. As we mentioned earlier, community gates may be staffed with guards or may open with the use of technology, including key cards, remote controls, and security codes. Some may also be augmented with video surveillance or guards patrolling the neighborhood. There is little scientific consensus on the extent to which gated estates reduce crime.
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One of the many factors you must consider when buying a home is how well it will retain its value. No one wants to spend six-seven figures and see a property’s value decline. Gated estates are largely insulated from the forces that can drive down a home or a neighborhood’s value. As a well-defined extensive development, a gated estate is not susceptible to having homes torn down for commercial buildings or road projects. When this happens on the fringe of a regular neighborhood, the remaining residents can see a quality-of-life reduction. Additionally, the standards within luxury communities ensure that all homes are maintained.
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You may be wondering if living in a gated estate is right for you. Moving to a new home is a big decision. Practical matters, as well as your aspirations for the future, factor into your final choice. Gated estates put luxury at the center of your life and luxury arises from an environment that is greater than the sum of its parts. Let’s look at the perks of living in a gated estate and how they can add up to an enriched, happier life.
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