According to Parametric Architecture, around nine million people in the United States live in an estimated 20,000 gated residential communities. CNBC says Florida and California are especially popular ...

American gated communities have evolved to fit a variety of budgets, lifestyles and needs. They aren't just a haven for retirees or the ultra-wealthy, although those communities are still prevalent.

]]> A lot of people complain that gated communities are exclusive, elitist and anti-democratic. To which the people who live there would answer: That's exactly the point. Many Americans are willing to ...

Picture this. You've spent decades working, saving, planning. You finally reach retirement, and you're ready to enjoy the ...

There are some major (outstanding) items … including the sidewalk piece that will need to be addressed,” said Allie Smith, an ...

Some people who live in gated communities get a false sense of security that they are “safe” because they live behind the gates and there are “security guards” at the gate. They probably don’t ...

Q: Can you please tell me the pros and cons of living in a guard-gated community in Las Vegas? A: There are many guard-gated communities in Las Vegas. I’ve been selling real estate here for 21 years ...