Purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions most people will ever make. As important as the home is, other factors matter equally, such as location, neighborhood, local amenities, and more. This is especially true in a manufactured home community because not all are created equal. Today, we want to look at the top five benefits that set New Durham Estates apart from other communities.

1. Family Owned:

Some manufactured communities retain different ownership structures, some are corporately owned and managed, some are resident-owned, and others, like our community, are family-owned. Three generations of the Fath family have lovingly cared for and built New Durham Estates. Several family members currently or have previously lived in this community. This family-owned aspect of New Durham Estates brings a unique benefit to the community; the Faths have created a place where they want to live and where they want others to feel at home, too. They’ve created a neighborhood where children can ride their bikes, and neighbors wave to each other. This isn’t created by accident; it is created with good leadership, dedication, and care for the community it serves.

2. Community Amenities:

One of the things that truly sets New Durham Estates apart is its long list of amenities for its residents. There is no cost to residents to utilize any of these great amenities:

  • Stocked Fishing Lake: Yes, you read that correctly, nestled in the middle of the community, there is a stocked fishing lake for New Durham Residents. This community amenity is loved by all for its beauty and recreational activities.
  • Fitness Center: No gym membership is required for this community; access is complimentary for New Durham Residents. The best part is that it is located right inside the community, so no long commute to the gym either. There is a wide range of equipment to sweat, stretch, or tone.
  • Bluhm County Park Access: One of the most beloved amenities is literally right in our backyard; in fact, we even have a community trailhead for easy access. This paved trail leads directly to the park, where you can find rolling prairies and woodland. There’s also a bark park that is especially popular with our four-legged residents at New Durham Estates.
  • A Community Newsletter: Each month, our community has a residents-only newsletter filled with all sorts of community information. This is a great way to stay informed of celebrations, community events, and so much more.

These are just a few of the many amenities at New Durham Estates that set our community apart from others.

3. Location, Location, Location:

New Durham Estates is in Westville, Indiana, a charming town with a rural feel. Our location truly provides it all. Westville features a historic downtown and a quaint community. Our location also has phenomenal transportation links, putting us in the heart of it all. We are within 20 minutes of several communities, including Michigan City, La Porte, Valparaiso, and Chesterton. The lakefront in Michigan City is 20 minutes away. We also have the South Shore Line, which can take residents into Chicago or South Bend. The Indiana Toll Road is not far from our community, offering easy access, and just a little further north, you’ll find 80/94, a major highway.  Westville offers that lovely small-town feel, with so many additional destinations just a short ride away.

4. Natural Beauty

New Durham Estates is nestled between picturesque farmland and a county park and is a beautiful community. Inside the community, lawns are well cared for, and the community is beautiful to walk through. Our connection to the county park allows residents to experience the changing seasons, each with its own breathtaking display of natural beauty. Further afield, there are dozens of county parks, each with its own natural landscape, and the Dunes National Park at our doorstep.

5. Community Spirit:

It seems today that the consensus is that they don’t know their neighbors, communities rarely gather for events, and that the idea of community spirit is a relic of times gone by. At New Durham Estates, that isn’t true. Here, neighbors know each other by name, look out for each other, and give a wave when they pass by. When we asked our residents what their favorite thing about living in the community was, almost all of them replied, our neighbors. Community spirit is not just alive here; it is thriving at New Durham Estates.

 

There are lots of choices when it comes to purchasing a new home, and the community you choose to live in is one of the most important. While no two communities are exactly alike, we think what we have built at New Durham Estates is truly special. Our community features beautiful, well-maintained homes, tons of amenities, a stellar location, and a community that truly cares. What more could one ask for in searching for their next place to call home?  If you would like to tour our community or see homes for sale, please contact us today.