mobile home living gains appeal for affordability and comfort
A feature on manufactured housing argues three bedroom models with modern amenities cost under 70 000 dollars new and 40 000 dollars for a two or three year old home. Industry officials note lower construction costs and growing financing options boost growth while residents praise the lifestyle and space. Local homeowners from Blue Island Matteson and toward Chicago Heights share positive experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HUD
Tom Smith
Blue Island
Rent hikes vary by mobile home parks in south suburbs
Park managers cite small annual increases for fixed-income residents while owners defend rises as justified by costs. Timber Ridge and Golf Vista report modest or no increases, with some leases promising caps or CPI-based raises. Activists push for legislation to require monetary justification and park-book access as Florida-style protections are discussed locally.
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Bruce Savage
Manufactured Housing Institute
Arlington
The
Star
Toni Dudley
River Oaks
Calumet City
Golf Vista
Monee
Bob Crevier
John Ferarri
Abart Investments
Maple Brook
Matteson Park
Timber Ridge
Bill Sayre
Sayre
Ken Christensen
Christensen
Springfield
Florida
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Redman
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United States Department of Labor
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Zel Crest
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Crete University Park
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Otto Boulevard
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James S. Meidell
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the Audit Bureau
U. S
Uel
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World Music Theatre
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