LIVING IN A GATED COMMUNITY
LIVING IN A GATED
COMMUNITY
Gated communities are neighborhoods in which access
is limited only to authorized residents and their guests. These communities are
often staffed with a security team that watches the front gate 24 hours per day
to make sure only those with permission are allowed inside. These types of
communities are typically upscale and are popular with people for several
reasons.
No Through Traffic
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One of the most
important factors involved with living in a gated community is the peace and
quiet. Neighborhoods with open access can, and often do, have lots of
unnecessary traffic that adds noise pollution. A gated community tends to have
only minimal traffic as residents and their guests come and go without the
added hassle of other drivers passing through.
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Security
Security is an obvious attractive quality for a gated community. A guard posted at the
gate, or simply a gated entryway that requires a code to gain access, will keep
intruders out and keep the possibilities of burglary or home invasion very low.
Property Value
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The houses
built within a gated community are often on the upper end in regards to design,
beauty, quality and price. Being located within a community, houses have a
better chance of gaining property value and tend to be steady during market
fluctuations.
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Children’s
Play
Families with children often look at the
features of a new home or neighborhood with consideration for their children.
They want a place where the kids can enjoy quality time in and out of the
house, and they want them to have safe streets to walk.