Bill Ness's (55places) Blog

Every year at 55places.com, we see exciting and contemporary master-planned communities pop up across the country, offering world-class amenities and new-construction homes. One community with some of the most inviting new constructions, however, isn’t new at all. Built in 2000, Solivita in Kissi...

For decades communities like Sun City, The Villages, and On Top of the World have set the standard for active adult living. A few years ago when Latitude Margaritaville in Daytona Beach was announced, that standard seemed to change.  Inspired by the music of Jimmy Buffett, Minto’s Latitude Margar...

Every year, we at 55places see a different active adult community, whether it’s established or new, dominate others in many metrics. In sales, leads, and pageviews, there’s almost always one community that stands out from the others. Recently, it’s been Latitude Margaritaville Daytona Beach and S...

The well-loved neighborhood of Shadow Creek Ranch can be found in the beautiful town of Pearland, Texas. Buyers here can find single-family homes in a variety of styles and customizations. Constructed between 2000 and 2016, these residences include anywhere from three to six bedrooms and two to f...

Berkshire Place is a picturesque neighborhood that's ideally located right in Houston, Texas that features a number of beautiful and unique single-family home options. Constructed between the years of 2011 and 2016, these residences feature three to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms in var...

Montrose serves as the heart of Houston, Texas, offering its residents a luxurious yet quirky place to call home. The neighborhood is home to every type of convenience and entertainment from pet-friendly cafes to museums and theaters. This LGBT-friendly area is known for a great entertainment sce...

Summerwood is a quaint neighborhood conveniently located in Houston, Texas. Summerwood features both single-family and attached homes so there's something available for anyone. Constructed from 1965 to 2016, these properties include two to seven bedrooms as well as one to four bathrooms, dependin...

Northeast Dallas is a thriving Texas community known for its quaint single-family homes built back in the 1940s, as well as bigger, modern ramblers. There are also plenty of good-sized apartment complexes, trendy condo complexes, mixed-use developments, pubs, clubs, cafes, and retail -- all maint...

Heritage Estates is a vibrant neighborhood tucked away in the town of Mansfield, Texas. Most houses in this area are single-family homes constructed in the traditional or ranch styles. Built between 1992 and 2003, these residences feature three to five bedrooms as well as two to three bathrooms. ...

Berkshire Park is a quaint neighborhood that can be found in Grand Prairie, Texas. Residences in this area are primarily single-family homes. Constructed between 2005 and 2014, the houses here offer three to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms, depending on the model chosen. Homes average 2,...