Champion Homes’ Twin Lakes: Affordable Offsite Housing in Florida
Champion Homes, recently celebrated a major milestone with the grand opening of Twin Lakes at Avon Park, a new Champion-exclusive manufactured housing community aimed at alleviating the growing affordable housing crisis in Florida. This community, consisting of over 300 affordably priced homes available for both rent and purchase, held its official grand opening on March 22, 2025, in Avon Park, Florida. Already, residents have begun moving into their new homes, and the community is actively accepting applications from prospective homeowners and renters.
A Vision for Affordable Housing
The development of Twin Lakes at Avon Park is a testament to the effectiveness of offsite construction in addressing the persistent housing shortages in Florida. With housing affordability remaining a significant concern in the state, Champion Homes has stepped in with an innovative approach to deliver high-quality homes at a lower cost and on an accelerated timeline.
All the homes in this project are being constructed at Champion Homes’s manufacturing facility in Bartow, Florida. To date, 118 homes have already been completed, and more are under construction. Once built, the homes are transported to the site, where installation and final setup are handled by Champion Construction Services, an affiliate of Champion Homes. This streamlined process eliminates many of the logistical delays associated with traditional home construction, ensuring that homes are move-in ready in a fraction of the time.
Efficiency Through Offsite Construction
Offsite construction is gaining recognition as a revolutionary solution to the nation’s housing challenges. Unlike traditional site-built homes, manufactured homes are built in a controlled environment where they are protected from weather-related disruptions, minimizing construction delays and material waste. This method allows for greater precision and quality control while also keeping costs manageable for buyers and renters.
Champion Homes’s centralized workforce of skilled craftsmen and state-of-the-art facilities enable the company to maintain consistent quality while increasing production efficiency. As a result, homes can be built and installed faster, reducing the financial burden on homeowners and developers alike.
A Collaborative Effort for Community Development
Twin Lakes at Avon Park is owned by Rocklyn Capitalization Group, a firm committed to investing in high-quality, affordable housing projects. The partnership between Champion Homes and Rocklyn Capitalization Group highlights how collaboration between home manufacturers and real estate developers can yield positive outcomes for housing markets in need of expansion.
This development proves that manufactured housing is not just an affordable solution but also a sustainable and practical alternative to traditional homebuilding methods. By reducing labor costs, minimizing environmental impact, and optimizing production timelines, Champion Homes is paving the way for future housing developments in Florida and beyond.
Modern Features and Thoughtful Design
Each home in the Twin Lakes community is thoughtfully designed to offer both comfort and modern amenities. The homes feature three bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with:
- A welcoming front porch
- A spacious kitchen island
- An en-suite primary bathroom
- A dedicated laundry room
- An optional carport for added convenience
Residents of Twin Lakes at Avon Park will enjoy a scenic and well-connected location in Highlands County, a region known for its beautiful lakes, golf courses, and wildlife refuges. This makes the community especially appealing to individuals and families who appreciate an active outdoor lifestyle.
Community Amenities for an Enriched Lifestyle
Beyond offering high-quality, affordable housing, Twin Lakes at Avon Park is designed to foster a strong sense of community with an array of amenities that cater to residents of all ages. The community includes:
- A resort-style swimming pool
- A pickleball court for recreation and social engagement
- A modern fitness center to encourage a healthy lifestyle
- A dog park for pet-friendly living
- A clubhouse for community events and gatherings
For outdoor enthusiasts, Twin Lakes at Avon Park offers exclusive access to a private beach area, a tiki hut, and a lake with a public boat ramp, making it an ideal setting for boating, fishing, and waterfront relaxation.
An Inclusive Community With No Age Restrictions
Unlike many housing developments in Florida that cater exclusively to 55+ active adult communities, Twin Lakes at Avon Park is open to residents of all ages. This inclusive approach ensures that families, young professionals, and retirees alike can enjoy affordable homeownership in a well-planned, amenity-rich community.
Grand Opening and Industry Recognition
A private grand opening event was held on March 20, 2025, ahead of the public ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event welcomed builders, community stakeholders, and local government officials who were given guided tours of the model homes to experience the craftsmanship and quality firsthand.
Richard Olenhouse, General Manager of Champion Homes’s Bartow manufacturing facility, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, “Twin Lakes is an ideal example of high-quality, factory-built homes produced on an efficient timeline in a cost-effective way. Offsite construction is the future of housing, and we’re excited to utilize these manufacturing techniques to bring more affordable homes to Central Florida.”
The sentiment was echoed by local leaders, who emphasized the importance of expanding affordable housing in the rapidly growing Highlands County region. “Highlands County is a fast-growing community,” Olenhouse noted. “It’s essential to build more affordable housing in the area, and we’re excited to be a part of it.”
The success of Twin Lakes at Avon Park marks a significant step forward for Champion Homes as the company continues to expand its footprint in the manufactured housing sector. With increasing demand for cost-effective, energy-efficient, and durable housing, offsite construction is becoming an increasingly viable solution for communities facing housing shortages.
Champion Homes remains committed to its mission of building high-quality, affordable homes while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and community development. As the housing market continues to evolve, projects like Twin Lakes at Avon Park serve as a model for the future of housing in Florida and beyond.
For those interested in learning more or submitting an application for homeownership or rental opportunities, Champion Homes encourages prospective residents to visit the Twin Lakes community and explore the available homes firsthand.
As the demand for affordable housing grows, developments like Twin Lakes at Avon Park prove that offsite construction is not just a feasible solution, but a transformative force in the housing industry.
