Affordable Poconos Manufactured Homes

The Poconos are a perfect location for remote workers, or as a home base for all-year sports and travel. Demand is up from both local buyers and those seeking relief from the high cost of living in nearby New York and New Jersey.

Lack of inventory remains a challenge. What recent news reports like the one below are missing is the tremendous opportunity for affordable Poconos home ownership with manufactured housing.

Less House – More Freedom

Downsizing to a smaller home to create more financial freedom is driving the Tiny Home movement. Well managed land lease communities in the Poconos offer the option to downsize to a traditional manufactured home, 2 bd cottage, or 1 or 2 bd mini homes. You can also select your lot, choose your model and we’ll walk through the process with you every step of the way.

Top 5 Reasons People Move to the Poconos

1. Outdoor Recreation & Hiking – Land lease communities make a great home base for outdoor adventures and travel.
   • Scenic trails, waterfalls, mountain views, state parks
2. Lakes and Water Activities
   • Boating, kayaking, fishing all year, swimming, tubing, lakefront relaxation
   • Lake Wallenpaupack, a 5,700 acre lake is a popular local destination
3. Family-Friendly Attractions
   • Indoor water parks, adventure parks, mini golf, ziplining and local attractions
   • NASCAR in the Poconos – Pocono Raceway offers many attractions for car lovers of all ages with live music events, camping sites and kids activities. Or have your own stock car racing experience!
4. Winter Sports
   • Skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, ice fishing – a fun, active lifestyle
   • Winter sports lovers enjoy oopular resorts like Camelback or Blue Mountain
5. Relaxation and Romantic Getaways
   • The Poconos have a long–standing reputation as a couples’ destination for romantic retreats. With land-lease living, you can have a resort lifestyle all year. Enjoy your new construction ‘staycation’ and explore Poconos living!

How to Buy a Manufactured Home in the Poconos

New construction manufactured homes can be purchased ready to move-in, placed in well managed land lease communities. An opportunity for affordable, quality home ownership on your personal leased lot. Customize a tiny home, or a large 3 bd / 2 ba multi-section home – your choice! Learn more

Top 3 Manufactured Home Buyers’ Questions

1. Can I finance a manufactured home purchase? Absolutely! Loans for manufactured homes are structured differently, called a ‘Chattel Loan’ – for the home as an asset, not deeded property as with a conventional mortgage. While many lenders now claim to offer financing for manufactured homes, we strongly recommend working with one of our preferred lenders who specialize in this marketplace, and offer funding at settlement.
2. Will my manufactured home increase in value? Historically, manufactured homes were considered a depreciating asset, like a car. When trailer parks evolved from the RV industry this was indeed true as you may hear in some old advice from Dave Ramsey or well intentioned friends and family. However, recent research from FHA shows that manufactured home values increased faster than site-built home since 2012. Once placed, the location becomes a big part of future values – as with traditional real estate. Location! Location! Location!
3. Land lease community vs privately owned land – Whether it’s a tiny home or a forever multi-section home, many people start with a dream of owning their own land for the placement of their new construction manufactured home. What’s the best fit for you?
   • Private Lots – Tiny home sellers often suggest placing the home on your lot, without going into the details of potential zoning issues that can arise. You are also responsible for all-year water, septic and road maintenance.
   • RV parks are attracting tiny home buyers. A mobile tiny home on wheels in an RV park does indeed run the risk of depreciation as its truly a vehicle with no set foundation. RV parks also do not offer the legal protection land lease communities do under state landlord/tenant laws. RV parks are best suited for temporary stays and travel.
   • Land Lease Communities – Renting your private lot in a managed community allows for an affordable, more care free lifestyle. The utilities, roads and services are managed by the land owner. Community rules and regulations along with state law governing land lease communities provide rights for you as a home owners that do not exist in an RV park. Zoning and utility requirements must be met when placing your home on private land. Road, septic and well installations and maintenance require significant capital for installation as well as ongoing maintenance and repairs. ABC Home Sales has been developing and managing land lease communities since 1997.

Top 4 Land Lease Communities Ideal for Pocono’s Living:

• • Canal Mobile Home Park – located along the Lackawaxen River just off historic Route 6, with lake access down the street. Enjoy living in the beautiful Lake Region, minutes away from charming historic Hawley PA. Farm-to-table dining, outdoor recreation, arts, music, family fun and much more in this charming small town.
  • Quiet Acres – nestled in a charming country setting, mid-point between Honesdale and White Mill, PA. Enjoy the quiet lifestyle of this all-ages, pet friendly community located along Lackawaxen River where you’ll find some of the finest and most historic trout fishing streams in the east. Explore the Poconos on the charming Stourbridge Line Train Tours, just outside of Honesdale. Tours include wine & cheese tasting, dinner train, and events like the Great Train Robbery and Rock the Box Car.
  • Spring Hill – nestled on a secluded hill, an all-ages, pet friendly land lease community is located near the Lehigh River and minutes from the PA turnpike and I80. Just an hour and a half from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City. New modern cabin style homes or traditional ranch homes –  Spring Hill is your spot. All lots back up to the woods off Rocky Hill Road. The Lehigh Gorge Trail and Lehigh River are just 5 minutes away.
  • Sunrise Terrace – located along the Lackawaxen River has some amazing attractions. Enjoy living in the beautiful Lake Region, near charming historic Hawley PA. Farm-to-table dining, outdoor recreation, arts, music, family fun and much more in this charming small town. Lake Wallenpaupack access is just down the street. With hiking and water sports available all spring and summer you won’t ever get bored of this amazing location. Winter sports include ice fishing, skiing, snowboarding at Camelback and Blue Mountain is only minutes away.