In recent years, 55+ communities have reinvented themselves. Now rightfully coined “active adult” and “55 or better,” these communities are ever-evolving to fit the needs of their lively residents.
Two of our communities, Nexton and Elyson, are among the top master-planned communities for 2022, making this the third consecutive year that these two communities have placed and the 18th consecutive year that Newland communities have earned honors on the list.
From the homes to the amenities to the lifestyle, master-planned communitues are designed to fully inspire. Here are some of the latest trends and amenities to keep an eye on from our communities.
For 17 years, Newland communities have consistently landed on the industry’s list of top master-planned communities in the U.S. Four communities in total received the honor this year, with three making two lists.
Today’s shoppers realize the impact of how their homes, communities and lifestyles impact their overall health and wellness. For the real estate industry, this means a greater need to focus on implementing sustainability measures to attract and meet the needs of prospective buyers.
A recent Money.com article listed the 50 best places to live and gave us a peek into Americans' changing tastes and motivations. We noticed a few prevailing themes on the wishlist of today’s homebuyers. And it's no surprise that we have communities in or near some of the 50 best places to live!
There's something about fall decor that feels cozy, warm and inviting. Whether it's a shift in color scheme, a new statement piece, or small touches around the interior or exterior, it's time to dig into fall design.
When it comes to the ideal atmosphere at home, what are your priorities? From open floor plans to location, every homeowner's needs vary, one thing is popping up on the wish list for many homeowners and buyers just like you...
From amenities and social events to low-maintenance housing and a safe environment, 55+ communities offer a lifestyle that's very appealing to those at or near retirement age.
Floor plans that include outdoor kitchens, dining rooms, living rooms and home offices with direct access to outdoor spaces are outdoor living trends topping the priority list for homebuyers in 2021.
John Burn's Real Estate Consulting reviews homebuyer trends and features Wendell Falls near Raleigh-Durham as a Newland community designed to build strong connections.
Inspired by ULI's Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, the San Diego-Tijuana District Council of ULI has created a trends report specifically for the local region.
John Burns Real Estate Consulting New Home Insights podcast interviewed three panelists with communities making 2020's Top 50 Best-Selling Master-Planned Communities to better understand their sales success and gain insights for listeners.
One thing the pandemic has shown us is the need for flexibility in how we live. Turning dining rooms into makeshift classrooms, or taking a video work call in the privacy of the kitchen pantry has created a demand for more flexible home floorplans.
Peter Dennehy, Vice President of Customer and Market Research for Newland, shared results with Builder and Developer Magazine from a recent consumer home shopping research study.
Whether considered a luxury or much-needed pandemic essential, walk-in pantries are becoming increasingly popular for the new year - which would undoubtedly make decluttering and organizing experts Clea and Joanna from Netflix's The Home Edit happy!
Bill Meyer, Newland's Regional President for the Western Region, shared some insights with Builder and Developer Magazine on the active adult's journey to 'right-size' their living space.
The ability to work from home, a need for flexible space, a desire for greater access to the outdoors, and lower mortgage rates triggered a 100% increase in second-home purchases over last year and the fourth time we saw triple-digit increases in the past five months according to Redfin.
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Malee Tobias, shared marketing insights at "The Most Informative Housing Day of the Year" – the 2021 Housing Market Outlook hosted by John Burns Real Estate Consulting.
From open concepts to large pantries, builders in the Newland Community of Riverlights in Wilmington, NC, have designed gorgeous kitchens that inspire even the culinary challenged.
Peter Dennehy, Vice President of Customer and Market Research for Newland, updated the readers of Green Home Builder Magazine on what 55+ Homebuyers are looking for when shopping for a new house.
Nationwide, people across the country are purchasing second homes in record numbers to take advantage of remote working and schooling flexibility, and as a way to enjoy life safely.
Sticking generally with the natural and nurturing hues of 2020, home color trends for 2021 shift toward calmer, comforting, and nostalgic tones as people are spending more time at home facing a new, unpredictable normal.
As Oregon and other states lift shelter in place orders, demand for new homes are on the rise. But, as the coronavirus pandemic changes home buying priorities and remote work becomes normalized, a growing number of Americans are considering fleeing busy cities for the quiet calm of suburban life.
As a top real estate agent, Charlene Moon has her finger on the pulse of what buyers are looking for today, in light of how COVID-19 has changed the way we live, work, and play.
The Covid-19 crisis has shaped our collective outlook, and that includes how and where we want to live, and the ways we expect our homes to look and function.
COVID, a competitive housing market, and improved online home shopping tools are driving homebuyers to bid on a home without first seeing it in person.
Alex McLeod, Regional President for Newland, shared with Green Home Builder Magazine what is driving home shoppers to seek out new home designs with more flexibility, greener options, and a sense of community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Americans are assessing their new housing normal, and as a recent study shows, just over one-quarter of Americans have set their sights on moving to a new city. Of the top 10 metros, Newland has nine communities in the top five; #1 Phoenix, #4 Austin, #5 Atlanta, #6 Dallas, and #7 Tampa.
Human beings want to interact and be social in ways they choose to define, which makes the development of mixed-use communities so important in meeting future housing needs.
Just as millennial's adoption of an “on-demand” or “sharing” economy has changed how we travel and work, the new home co-buying trend is shaping how they live.
Grandparents across the U.S. are moving closer to their grandchildren, and Dallas is one of the top “Baby Chaser” cities in the nation, according to Meyers Research.
From household droids intent on managing your home maintenance to automatic door openers for your doggie, the CES (Consumer Electronics Show) seemed poised to move the technology to the background and push functionality, integration, and ease-of-use to the foreground.
When thinking about purchasing a home, having a crystal ball on what the housing market may do would surely be helpful, and The Street has prepared the next best thing with its 2020 U.S. Real Estate Predictions.
Have formal dining rooms become a thing of the past? In research conducted by Zillow, the open concept, where kitchen, dining, and living room are all combined into a single great room is being embraced by home shoppers.
Maybe a new home is on Millennial's holiday wish list as experts predict that younger adults will continue to house hunt during the holidays and new year, which typically slows in colder months.
Just in time to add to your holiday wish list, Elle Decor and House Beautiful share what they are seeing in the new year by bringing back some history.
Seattle-area home buyers are clear on two things: Having Mount Rainier as a stunning and majestic neighbor is a daily show-stopper in the neighborhood and that main-floor living is a better way to stay connected for families not wanting to worry about stairs.
Home shoppers certainly know what they are looking for and what they are willing to sacrifice to make certain that their children go to the right schools.
The dream, and preference of homeownership, was stated decisively in the new Zillow Aspirations Report where only 8% of homeowners wish they were renting instead.
How you live matters whether you are a first-time home buyer or a seasoned homeowner looking for a design and floorplan that works with your lifestyle.
Lower interest rates surely get the fence sitters to make a decision about buying a new home but other factors also weigh on potential home shoppers before they turn into home buyers.
Like many communities by Newland, Wendell Falls in Raleigh, North Carolina, offers a mixed-use community offering a fresh blend of urban and suburban amenities.
The Wall Street Journal reports that homebuilders are battling to acquire lots in preparation for future construction. This is certainly the case at Estrella, a 12,000-acre master-planned project in Arizona being developed by Newland Communities.
