Also known as mobile homes, park homes can be bought as permanent residences or holiday homes. Here are some points to consider if you’re thinking of buying a park home
Owning a park home
Owning a park home is different from owning most other types of property in that you own the structure of the property, but not the ground it is located on. A monthly pitch fee is payable to the owner of the site.
Whether you are permitted to use your park home as a permanent residence depends on the type of planning permission the site owner has. Check out the Leasehold Advisory Service for more details on buying and selling park homes.
Choosing a park home
The price of a park home varies depending on its age and its location and varies about as much as its bricks-and-mortar equivalent. Comparing like for like in the same location, park homes are slightly cheaper.
New park homes come with the advantage of being able to choose your own interior design. Pre-owned park homes are sold via an estate agent and will need a survey just like bricks and mortar.
Choosing a location
Park rules can vary significantly from site to site, such as limits on pets and the age of residents. For example, some parks won’t allow residents under 50 years old. Search for ‘residential park homes near me‘ to find the site that will ideally suit your lifestyle and needs.
Is park living for me?
The best advice is to do an online search for ‘residential park homes near me’ and visit your nearest park home estate with a list of questions to ask.
Whether you want a coastal holiday home or a different style of residential living, a site visit is essential.