With the new year nearly upon us, it’s a natural time to reassess whether your current home is still the best space for your family. If not, 2020 marks the beginning of a new decade, so why not a new home? Before jumping into homebuying, make sure you do your homework on housing market trends. We’ve identified three that will certainly motivate you into action as soon as the holidays are over!

  1. Low mortgage rates are here to stay. The expectation that rates will remain constant or dip even lower has prospective homebuyers excited for the new year. As stated in an article by Forbes, economists and real estate experts foresee interest rates fluctuating between 3.9% to as low as 3.5%, creating an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or those looking to upgrade. No matter why you’re considering a move in 2020, you might be surprised by how much home you’ll be able to afford in the long-term with such excellent rates!
  2. Prices are going up. Although low mortgage rates create promising conditions for the potential buyer, the price of home ownerships are currently at an all-time high. Many people are benefiting from lower rates by choosing to refinance their homes, instead of selling, leading to fewer listings and increased demand. To avoid price increases and get the most value for your new home, the time to buy is now. Despite this, you have plenty of price options with Lennar, with the added benefit that all homes are new construction.
  3. Competition will be fierce. With scarce inventory, lower mortgage rates, and a growing demand, you’ll need to be on top of your game during your home search. Homebuyers will be competing in droves to obtain better homes for the lowest prices. Particularly important for renters seeking to purchase their first home and time a move with the end of a lease, the homebuying process may not be as linear as in the past–so, don’t wait to get started!

Before you start touring new homes, knowing your price range and non-negotiables is important to keep your search realistic and focused. Three enticing Broward communities ranging in style and price give you a great selection to choose from, and help narrow down your must-haves, so you can find the home that best suits your 2020 needs and goals. For young professionals, Palomino Lake is a great community to start your search. Located in Davie, these new townhomes are flanked by 28 acres of equestrian trails, as well as a lake and pool cabana–for prices as low as the mid $300s! One of Lennar’s most attainable communities in Broward County, with many homes eligible for FHA financing and low down payment options, Palomino Lake is a great example of high value for low prices.

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A second townhome community that offers a slightly more elevated lifestyle is Tuscan Pines in Pembroke Pines. Located in the “Best Place to Raise Your Kids,”these new homes offer 3 to 4 bedrooms, ideal for a second home, with prices from the upper $300s. Similar to Palomino Lake, family-friendly amenities such as a sparkling pool with sundeck areas add to the allure of Tuscan Pines, where the comfort of home extends throughout your entire community.

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If you’re seeking a complete home upgrade or need a much larger home than you currently have, look no further than Parkland Bay. Offering lakeside luxury living at its finest, this new home community boasts four elite neighborhoods of estate homes with breathtaking views of a 178-acre lake. Unlike any other Lennar community in Broward, these homes range from the $500s to over $1 million and are among the most luxurious available in family-friendly Parkland. Perfect for large families who value togetherness, you’ll also benefit from Parkland Bay’s massive clubhouse with resort-style amenities, offering something for every member of the family to enjoy.Truly indicative of the added value you’ll enjoy, all Lennar homes also includeWi-FiCERTIFIED™Home Designs for unsurpassed connectivity as well as Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® package, which ensures you won’t have to compromise on luxury features and finishes. So regardless of your budget, you can be certain that brand-new, stainless steel appliances will be installed and ready in your kitchen upon move-in, along with a choice selection of designer finishes, flooring options, and more!

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Three market trends and three stunning Broward communities means your search for the perfect new home is already a step ahead of the rest! Come visit one of our Welcome Home Centers and enjoy a simplified homebuying experience with the help of our New Home Consultants. We look forward to helping you maximize the value of your new home in 2020

Lennar announced their newest gated community of estate-style luxury homes will open in 2020 at The Lakes masterplan above Rancho Santa Fe. The Interest List for this community is now forming on www.lennar.com/sd with plans to offer pre-model sales opportunities in January.

“Wellington will offer a variety of beautiful, expansive and truly stunning home designs but with only 30 homesites available in total, it will be a unique opportunity to own one of these homes,” said Laurie Massas, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Lennar San Diego. “We have brought luxury designs to this desirable location, with impressive outdoor living spaces, butler’s pantries, three-bay garages and resort-style master suites.”

Wellington will offer three distinctive floorplans available in Andalusian, Hacienda and Mizner elevation styles. In total, sizes range from approximately 4,112 to 4,565 square feet of living space with four to five bedrooms and four and one-half to five and one-half bathrooms. These luxury homes will feature plenty of bonus living areas, bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, stunning kitchens, three-bay garages, master suites with private decks, California rooms and so many more impressive design details.

Lennar will offer one of their Next Gen® – The Home Within A Home® designs at Wellington, available in the Residence Three floorplan. Designed to accommodate multigenerational or dual living situations, these homes include an attached private suite that functions like a home within itself and includes its own private bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchenette and entrance.

Each home at Wellington will also showcase Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program of upgrades and features as standard. Among these are quartz countertops, solar, stainless steel appliances, integrated home automation, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ designs for whole-home coverage and more – all at no additional cost.

Wellington will also benefit from being located within the highly-acclaimed Poway Unified School District. To learn more or join the interest list, visit www.lennar.com/sd (858) 284-4325 today.

About Lennar Corporation

Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. The Company builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of the Company’s homes and, through Rialto Mortgage Finance, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Lennar Ventures drives Lennar Corporation’s technology and innovation strategies.  For more information about Lennar, please visit www.lennar.com.

Lennar is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of our newest low-maintenance homes coming to Westfield, IN. Springmill Towns and Villas will be conveniently located on Springmill Road, just South of SR-32. This ideal new home Community just north of Indianapolis has been designed to give you more time to live (and enjoy) your busy life.

Whether your preference is Townhome or Villa living, both Springmill Towns and Springmill Villas will have you covered where Everything’s Included®. Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program offers over $37,500 of included designer features that make your building and living experience less stressful and more enjoyable. Here are just a few of the upscale finishes, appliances, and fixtures that come at no additional cost to you:

Springmill Towns and Springmill Villas offers the highly convenient feature of low-maintenance Living. Need more time to smell the roses? With included lawn maintenance, irrigation, and snow removal, you’re free to enjoy hobbies or activities instead of now having to maintain your yard. Sell your lawn tools – you won’t need them here! Enjoy a stroll on the tree-lined walking paths amidst the beautiful scenery of ponds and, soon, a connection to Midland Trace Trail.

Living in Westfield, you’ll never be far from fun. This fast-growing community is home to recreation, arts, dining and shopping. There’s plenty to do with family, friends and your new neighbors. Springmill families with children will send their kids to the Westfield Washington School District, including Monon Trail Elementary School, Westfield Intermediate/Middle School and Westfield Washington High School.

Join us for our Grand Opening Event on January 4 and 5, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. to tour either of our two communities:

Springmill Towns

280 Tricia Lane

Westfield, IN 46074

317-659-3200

Springmill Villas

17339 Lillian Street

Westfield, IN 46074

317-659-3200

Don’t wait! Contact our Internet Sales Consultants to schedule an appointment or register to attend the Springmill Grand Opening.

Tam Thurman or Greg Randolph

317-659-3200 // LennarIND@Lennar.com

Learn more about the homebuying process or receive Grand Opening event updates!

CLICK HERE for Springmill Towns & CLICK HERE for Springmill Villas.

Lennar at Scouters Mountain, Lennar’s newest development in Happy Valley, opened its doors to the public on December 7th and was met with great success. Families of every type came out to enjoy a special holiday Grand Opening event, which featured a live radio broadcast with prizes, complimentary bites and refreshments, carolers, a cookie decorating activity and a Santa for the kids, as well as tours of the professionally decorated model homes.

If you missed the event but are interested in these new homes for sale in Happy Valley from the low $500s, you can now stop by the Welcome Home Center to tour the model homes and learn more!

“We could not be happier with the turnout for this Grand Opening, where not even a little rain could deter families from this new community and holiday event,” said Kelli Cunningham, Director of Sales for Lennar Portland. “In addition to the festivities, the model homes were a big hit with many families loving the high level of Everything’s Included® features that come as standard and the outdoor living decks. With the community now open, come see for yourself what all the excitement is about!”

Lennar at Scouters Mountain offers a distinctive collection of only 47 homesites. Choose from five designs ranging from approximately 2,061 to 2,350 square feet with three to four bedrooms and two and one-half to three bathrooms. Floorplans are designed for the modern family, showcasing open layouts for effortlessly entertaining, upscale kitchens, outdoor living spaces, spacious secondary bedrooms, sophisticated master suites and flexible bonus rooms per plan.

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Additionally, every new home features Lennar’s signature Everything’s Included® program, which has reimagined the homebuying experience by including the most desired new home features at no extra cost to you. Enjoy stainless steel appliances, energy-efficient technology, home automation, high-quality cabinetry, granite countertops and much more as standard.

Lennar at Scouters Mountain is a remarkable neighborhood surrounded by beautiful scenery and Mt. Hood views. Residents have access to a host of amenities at Scouters Mountain, including a basketball court, open space, nearby walking trails and neighborhood parks. Plus, its prime Happy Valley location puts you near exciting recreation, entertainment and the well-regarded Clackamas School District. Scouters Mountain Nature Park is right next door for incredible views of the surrounding valley; for everyday conveniences, Fred Meyer Shopping Center is less than three miles away; City Hall is less than 2 miles away; and Portland’s vibrant downtown and its many offerings are just 12 miles away.

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Lennar at Scouters Mountain is located at 14815 SE Friendly Pl in Happy Valley, Ore. For more information, visit www.LennarPortland.com or call 888-205-3125. Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. Lennar builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title insurance and closing services for both buyers of Lennar’s homes and others. Lennar’s Rialto segment is a vertically integrated asset management platform focused on investing throughout the commercial real estate capital structure. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Previous press releases and further information about Lennar may be obtained at the “Investor Relations” section of Lennar’s website, www.lennar.com.

Lennar announced they will be bringing new homes to the city of Fife with Carrington, which plans to open next year. Offering only a boutique number of 34 homesites in total, Carrington will offer a collection of four distinctive single-family home designs in this prime location for commuters.

“We are really excited to be building up here in Fife again,” said Bill Salvesen, Division President for Lennar Seattle. “This location offers easy distances between major employers and beautiful recreation. It’s a great spot for families looking for the ultimate Pacific Northwest lifestyle.”

The city of Fife is located just minutes away from the historic town of Puyallup and the bigger hub of Tacoma. It’s also close to Federal Way, so homeowners will never be far from options for entertainment, dining, shopping or employment. Plus, it’s close to beautiful trails and you don’t have to travel fair to take in stunning views of Mount Rainier.

Carrington will offer four distinctive floorplans and debut Lennar Seattle’s Wine Collection of designs. Home sizes range from the Chardonnay plan, which offers 1,880 square feet with three bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms with walk-in closets in every room – to the Zinfandel, which provides 2,630 square feet with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a first floor bedroom suite and expansive master suite.

Each home will come complete with Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program, which provides high-end features and designer upgrades at no additional cost. Items such as stainless steel appliances, quartz or granite countertops, integrated home automation, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ designs for whole-home connectivity and more outfit each home as standard. Homes are priced from the low $400s.

Carrington is located at 6407 N Levee Road E in Fife, WA. The VIP List is now forming for this community, for more information visit www.lennar.com/seattle or call (855) 860-9566.

About Lennar Corporation Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is one of the nation’s leading builders of quality homes for all generations. The Company builds affordable, move-up and active adult homes primarily under the Lennar brand name. Lennar’s Financial Services segment provides mortgage financing, title and closing services primarily for buyers of the Company’s homes and, through Rialto Mortgage Finance, originates mortgage loans secured primarily by commercial real estate properties throughout the United States. Lennar’s Multifamily segment is a nationwide developer of high-quality multifamily rental properties. Lennar Ventures drives Lennar Corporation’s technology and innovation strategies.  For more information about Lennar, please visit www.lennar.com.

Located on the shore of Lake Lanier, approximately 50-miles outside of Atlanta is one of Lennar’s newest and most luxurious Active Adult communities – Stephens Point.

Stephens Point is designed as a private retreat to complement the lifestyles of adults ages 55 and up. The community features luxury ranch-style homes and resort-style amenities complete with a clubhouse, swimming pool, and sports court, as well as access to Lake Lanier with a 14-slip covered community boat dock. Floor plans range from 1,683 to 2,117 square feet, with 2 to 4 bedrooms, 2 to 3 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Prices range from the $319,900s to the $385,900s.

The resort-style amenities available within this gated-community are plentiful and enough to keep anyone busy all year-long. Notable amenities include a clubhouse with an activity room, meeting room, and covered pavilion, a pickleball court and a swimming pool with a covered cabana. Stephens Point offers everything you could want in a community and more.

What makes this fantastic community especially appealing to Active Adults, is the low-maintenance lifestyle. Included within the price of the HOA is fully maintained 4-side lawn care, landscaping, and maintenance for common areas. Spend more time enjoying lakeside living, boating, and all the community amenities, and less time worrying about household chores. You’ve worked your 60-hour weeks and raised your family, now is the time to live the lifestyle you deserve!

Stephen Point’s prime location, only 7 miles from downtown Gainesville and 3 miles from the neighboring town of Oakwood, offers a variety of things to see and do. The community has direct access to Lake Lanier, which is perfect for swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking, and picnicking. There’s also plenty of world-class golf courses nearby, horseback riding, and local dining favorites like Loretta’s Country Kitchen, La Parrilla Mexican Restaurant, and Smoke House BBQ. Don Carter State Park and Atlanta Botanical Gardens are also located within the heart of Gainesville and help to offer residents a uniquely rural setting just minutes from shopping, dining, and entertainment. Want more? Atlanta is only a 50-mile drive away and offers even more options in entertainment, shopping, and dining as well as a major international airport. It’s the best of both worlds!

Stephens Point Lake Lanier Community

The 174 ranch-style homes within this beautiful community offer homeowner’s spacious light-filled rooms, contemporary features throughout, and the convenience and comfort of single-story living. Also, as a part of Lennar’s Everything’s Included® program, homeowners receive upgraded features included in the list price of the home! If you’re looking for even more space, you have the option to expand your home to the outdoors with a screened-in patio or add a sitting room to your Owners Suite. You can even add a second level bonus room with an additional bedroom, bath, and storage.

Stephens Point offers Active Adults an opportunity to live a low-maintenance lifestyle in luxury ranch-style homes and experience resort-style amenities within a gated community surrounded by plenty to see and do as well as proximity to Atlanta!

Single-Family homes within the Stephens Point community are now selling. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact our Internet Sales Consultants:

Linda Bates, Kim Nolte & Kelly Fabian

(404) 931-7462