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Active Adult Lifestyle
An Unparalleled Lifestyle!

This is the time of your life to actually live your dreams. Enjoy the LIFESTYLE you've always imagined. Choose from any of Central Parke's exciting amenities, whether you will enjoy taking a dip in the pool, relaxing in the sauna, playing tennis or socializing with your new Central Parke neighbors, living the Central Parke resort lifestyle will keep you young. You will be on vacation every day of your life.

All Central Parke communities include yard care programs and low maintenance homes, leaving you with more time for the important things in life. Residents will no longer have to worry about mowing, landscaping, snow removal, or gutter cleaning. So what are you waiting for? Discover the excitement and endless opportunities atCentral Parke's communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

A Home Owners Introduction:


What is a 55+ Age-Qualified Community?

Who is the developer of Central Parke 55+ Resort Communities?

What is the policy for children?

What is the Carefree Maintenance Program?

What does the home owners association fee cover?

Are pets permitted in Central Parke communities?

May I rent my home while not in residence?

How can I personalize my home?

How does Central Parke protect the environment?


What is a 55+ Age-Qualified Community?

The Housing for Older Person Act of 1995 allows for communities to elect to be age qualified. This enables the amenities and services be designed to appeal to people who are at a similar stage in life and are likely to have common interests. Central Parke communities require that at least one individual in each residence be age 55 or better and that resident children be at least 19 years of age. In some communities, the children must be at least 21 years of age. Please see each community to learn about its specific qualifications.

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Who is the developer of Central Parke 55+ Resort communities?

Central Parke is the division of Slenker Communities that plans and develops 55+ resort communities. The Slenker Land team of real estate professionals has been developing and building highly desirable communities since 1977. Slenker Land has developed many highly regarded all age communities in the Mid Atlantic Region and constructed their first Active Adult Community in 1996. In 2002 Slenker Communities launched its Central Parke division to focus exclusively on the Active Adult communities. Central Parke communities are known for their extraordinary lifestyle, and extensive collection of homes that are constructed by some of the nation’s most respected builders. MORE

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What is the policy for children?

Visiting children and grandchildren are always welcome. There may be special events for the entire family to enjoy together and some amenities may have dedicated time for visiting children. Each Home Owner Association will set its own policies, but typically guests under the age of 19 years may stay up to 30 days in any 6-month period. Please ask your Community Sales Manager for details.

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What is the Carefree Maintenance Program?

Residents of Central Parke 55+ Resort Communities enjoy a carefree lifestyle as the extensive Carefree Maintenance Programs cover:

- Lawns fertilized seasonally
- Lawns mowed on a regular schedule
- Mulching of shrub and flower beds
- Gutters cleaned on a regular schedule
- Snow shoveled and cleared right up to your front door and garage

Additionally, the homes and driveways are designed with low maintenance materials. Since everything is new, you'll enjoy many years of low maintenance living. Luxury condominium owners have all outside maintenance and indoor halls and elevators including painting taken care of by the association.

Some communities may offer a la carte services such as painting, handyman services and other assistance to free up your time, so that you can enjoy the active lifestyle you deserve.

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What does the home owners association fee cover?

Each community Home Owner’s Association sets its own fees. In general, they cover the cost of operating and maintaining the amenities including reserves to cover long-term replacement of the common community facilities. The fees also cover the Carefree Maintenance Program, landscaping of common areas and grounds, maintenance of any nature and fitness trails, and the professional management of the Home Owners Association. All residents belong to the Home Owners Association, and each Board of Directors determines the fees and payment schedules.

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Are pets permitted in Central Parke 55+ Resort communities?

Yes, normal domestic pets are welcome to be a part of Central Parke 55+ Resort communities.

Certain restrictions and requirements may apply in some areas. These will be determined by each Home Owners Association

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May I rent my home while not in residence?

Yes. Typically renters must lease the home for a minimum of 12 months. Renters must also be age-qualified and comply with all the rules and regulations as established by the community and the Home Owners Association Documents.

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How can I personalize my home?

Central Parke wants you to have the home of your dreams. Our builders offer Design Centers where sales professionals will help you choose options, fixtures, materials, and finishes that reflect your style and spark your imagination. There are so many ways to personalize your Central Parke home.

Our homes offer the finest in comfort and style and are designed with single story living in mind, but for those who might want just a little more room, Central Parke communities offer optional second floor living areas, sunrooms, basements, and storage areas.

Once you have moved into your home, if you want to make any further changes to the outside of your home, you will need to follow the architectural design and review process of your Home Owner's Association. This ensures that the community maintains its quality image and protects your investment.

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How does Central Parke protect the environment?

Central Parke 55+ Resort Communities are noted for their commitment to protecting, and even enhancing the environment. During the design and development process, we take extreme care to determine and buffer sensitive areas. We also work to make nature accessible and encourage you to be outside and enjoy nature. Fitness trails and bike paths wind through woods, and meander along roads. Central Parke communities have received numerous awards for our exemplary environmental stewardship from local, state and national organizations.

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