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n Dec. 31, 2025, owner Curtis Westbrook announced that the entire Chatham Estates mobile‑home park in Cary, N.C., would be sold and the land repurposed. Residents, many of whom have lived there for years, face an uncertain future. The park’s lots rent for roughly $400 a month—far below Cary’s average of $2,100—making it a crucial affordable option for families. One mother of four, who has called the park home for five years, expressed sadness and uncertainty, noting that her children enjoy local schools and nearby jobs, but the cost of living is high.

    Renters worry that finding comparable housing in Cary will be prohibitively expensive, while owners must contend with the cost of moving their mobile homes off the land. “Mobile‑home residents often value ownership because they avoid landlords, but they also bear the risk of having to relocate when the land is sold,” explained Mike Walden, economics professor at North Carolina State University.

    Westbrook thanked residents for their loyalty and cited declining health as the reason for the sale. He offered relocation assistance, though some residents doubt it will cover all expenses. Walden linked the situation to the Triangle’s rapid growth, noting that increasing population inflows drive up land prices and force such sales.

    The news underscores the challenges of affordable housing in a booming region and the vulnerability of mobile‑home communities when land ownership changes.