231 homeowners live at Glenwood Mobile Estates, a community for those aged 55 and over. We own our homes but lease the land on which they are situated. Many residents are on fixed incomes and are struggling to manage the recent lease increases, some rising by as much as $600 to $1,415 per month. We kindly ask you to take a moment to hear our stories.
Jack has resided at Glenwood for 13 years. His land lease has increased from $600 to $1,415 by 2025. Living on a fixed income, he is struggling not only to maintain his home but also to figure out how he will keep up with his lease payments.
Joan, a 78-year-old resident of Glenwood, purchased her home in 2016. At present, her lease payment surpasses her Social Security income by $341, a situation she was unaware would occur. She feels uncertain about her future and is deeply concerned about her neighbors.
Jerry, a 73-year-old retiree, has resided in Glenwood for the last five years. Since he moved in, his lease has skyrocketed by 220%. Initially listed at $500, but started at $690, and by July 2025, it is expected to surpass $1,400. His retirement savings are anticipated to last about three years amid the rising lease costs.
Ruth, who is 70 years old, purchased her single wide home in April of 2023. With in 18 months her lease went from $708 to $1350 in 2024 to $1415 in 2025. If she were to apply today to live in Glenwood Mobile Estates, she would not be approved. These lease rises are not sustainable.
Ron and his wife Sharon moved to Glenwood 14 years ago to be near their grandchildren residing in Marysville. However, the lease continues to rise, and the management is not particularly welcoming. The future appears to look bleak, unless rent can be stabilized.
Kathy relocated to Glenwood in 2017 after diligently saving and organizing her finances. Upon signing her lease, she was informed that the rent would be a higher cost, and on the anniversary of the previous owner's lease in 8 months, her lease rose again.