Hames For Downsizers
Comfort Meets Convenience
Downsizing: Is It Time to Right-Size Your Life?
If your current home feels like more than you need—or more than you want to manage—it might be the perfect time to downsize.
Whether you're looking to cut costs, simplify your lifestyle, or free up time for the things you truly enjoy, a modern manufactured home offers a smart, stylish solution.
Achieve Financial Freedom with a Smaller Footprint
The costs of maintaining a large, traditional home can add up fast—mortgages, taxes, utilities, and repairs can chip away at your savings and peace of mind.
Here's how downsizing to a manufactured home opens the door to financial breathing room:
- Lower purchase price compared to site-built homes
- Smaller mortgage (or no mortgage at all), especially if you’re using equity from your previous home
- Energy-efficient construction that helps cut monthly utility bills
- Lower property taxes, since manufactured homes are often placed on leased land
- Shorter loan terms, which means building equity faster
Complete our quick, no-obligation financing application, you’ll get a clear picture of your estimated monthly payments.
Embrace a Lower-Maintenance Lifestyle
Bigger homes come with bigger responsibilities—repairs, yard work, snow removal, and all the little things that eat up your time.
Manufactured homes and Hames communities are designed to reduce that burden:
- Modern, durable materials that require less upkeep
- No basements to worry about flooding
- Smaller lots that mean less yard work
- Community maintenance services for snow removal and shared spaces
Spend less time on chores and more time doing what you love.
Live in Comfort and Style
Downsizing doesn’t mean downgrading. Today’s manufactured homes offer the modern features, comfort, and custom options that make a house feel like home.
- Choose from open layouts, upgraded finishes, and smart storage
- Customize your home to fit your lifestyle—from cozy minimalism to spacious multi-section floor plans.
- Enjoy features like walk-in showers, stylish kitchens, and energy-efficient appliances.
"I love living here. The staff at the office are always friendly, and willing to work with us when issues arise. Love stopping in [the office] when I can to chat when I pay my lot rent, or need to pick something up. I plan to live here for many years to come."
-Sarah McBride, Google Review
Find Community and Connection
Hames manufactured home communities are designed with connection in mind—offering a welcoming environment where it’s easy to meet neighbors and feel part of something.
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Friendly, resident-focused design creates a warm and supportive atmosphere.
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Park-style amenities like walking trails, parks, and community events make it easy to stay active and involved.
Whether you're chatting with neighbors on your daily walk or joining in on an organized activity, you'll find it's easy to feel at home—and never feel alone.
Hames Homes in Cedar Rapids: The Best Place to Downsize
For decades, Hames Homes has helped Iowans transition into affordable, comfortable homes with ease. We’re a locally owned and operated team that cares about making downsizing a smooth, rewarding process.
Ready to Explore Downsizing?
Take the first step towards a simpler, more affordable, and fulfilling lifestyle in your perfect house.
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