Multigenerational Homes in Parkland, FL: Which Plans Fit a Shared Household
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"Multigenerational homes are houses built so more than one generation can live under one roof. Think of parents, grown kids and grandkids sharing one address. The best ones give each group some privacy. At Parkland Royale in Parkland, FL, two Lennar plans are built this way: the Highgrove and the Sovereign. Each has a private suite attached to the main home. Other plans in the community have a first-floor bedroom with a full bath, which also works for a guest or a parent. Call 561-704-0091 to see which plan fits your family.
This guide explains what to look for in a multigenerational home and how the plans at Parkland Royale match up.
Why families choose to live together
Many families choose to share a home. The reasons are simple:
Care. Grandparents want to be near the kids, and kids want to be near the grandparents.
Cost. Sharing one home can make life easier on a family budget.
Help. Another adult in the house can watch the kids or run errands.
Time. Families get more days together.
Living together works best when everyone has their own space. A home with a good plan makes that easier.
What to look for in the house
Not every big house is a good fit. Use this checklist.
A private place to sleep
A bedroom on the first floor means no stairs at bedtime. That matters for older relatives. It also matters for anyone with a hurt knee or a new baby.
A bathroom close by
The best setup is a bedroom with its own bath. If the bath is not in the suite, it should be right next to it.
A small kitchen or kitchenette
A kitchenette lets a relative make coffee or a snack without walking into the main kitchen. It adds a lot of freedom.
A separate door
Some suites have their own entrance. Others share the home's front door. A separate door helps everyone keep their own schedule.
Space to sit
A living area gives a relative a place to read, watch TV or have a friend over.
The two Next Gen plans at Parkland Royale
Lennar calls its suite homes ""Next Gen"" homes. Two plans at Parkland Royale have one.
Highgrove (Crown Collection, about 3,545 square feet). The suite has a living area, a kitchenette and a bedroom, all on the first floor. The main home has a great room, a dining room, a covered terrace, and four bedrooms upstairs, plus a bonus room. Ask whether the suite has its own bath and its own outside door. The builder's description does not say.
Sovereign (Monarch Collection, about 4,339 square feet). The suite has its own entrance, a living area, a kitchenette, a bedroom, a bathroom and a laundry. This is the most private setup at Parkland Royale.
Compare them in detail in Highgrove vs Sovereign. Or see each plan page: Highgrove and Sovereign.
Other plans that can work
You do not need a full suite to share a home. Some plans have a first-floor bedroom near a full bath:
Astoria is a single-story home. Every bedroom is on one level. A bedroom near the front entry has its own full bath. See one story vs two story homes.
Marquis has a private first-floor bedroom with access to a full bath.
Regent has a first-floor guest bedroom, plus a game room.
Valemont and Barony each have a bedroom on the first floor.
These plans do not have a kitchenette or a private living area. They give one relative a place to sleep on the main floor. Look at the drawings in our guide to all eight plans to compare.
Think about how you will really live
Before you tour, talk as a family. Ask these questions:
Who will live in the suite, and for how long?
Do we need a door that is separate from the main home?
How much time will each group spend in shared rooms?
Will the needs of the person in the suite change?
Who will pay for what each month?
Money talks are easier before you buy than after. A lender can explain how to buy a home with family help. Get advice from a licensed professional for your own case. We are not lawyers or financial advisors.
Gate and community
Parkland Royale is a gated community, and Lennar describes the gate as manned. The builder also lists a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, splash park, park and lakes. These are planned amenities, and no opening dates have been published. Ask for the current status at 561-704-0091. Our guide to living in a gated community helps you weigh the pros and cons.
For more on the city itself, see our overview of Parkland real estate.
A sample week in a shared home
Picture how a week might go in a home with a private suite. A grandparent wakes up in the suite and makes tea in the kitchenette. The kids head off to school. At noon, the grandparent joins the family for lunch in the main kitchen. In the evening, everyone eats dinner together. Then the grandparent goes back to the suite to read or watch a show. Each person has time together and time alone.
That is what a good plan gives you. People can share meals and still close their own door.
Questions about daily life
Ask yourself these before you buy:
Meals. Will everyone eat together most nights, or will the suite cook on its own?
Laundry. Will the suite use its own washer and dryer, or the main one? The Sovereign suite lists its own laundry.
Noise. Where does the suite sit compared with the bedrooms and the living areas?
Visitors. Will the person in the suite have friends over, and where will they park?
Changes. What if the person's needs change in a year or two?
There are no wrong answers. The goal is to pick a plan that fits the way your family really lives.
Plan the money talk early
A home shared by family members raises money questions. Who pays for the mortgage? Who pays for the bills? What happens if someone moves out? It is better to talk about this before you sign. A lender can explain your choices, and a lawyer can explain the legal side for your own case. We cannot give legal or financial advice.
Common Questions
What is a multigenerational home?
It is a home built for more than one generation of a family. It usually gives each group some private space, like a suite with its own sitting area, kitchenette and bedroom.
Which Parkland Royale plans have a private suite?
The Highgrove and the Sovereign. Lennar calls these Next Gen homes. The Sovereign suite also has its own entrance, bathroom and laundry, according to the builder.
Can a single-story home work for a multigenerational family?
Yes, for many families. The Astoria has every bedroom on one floor and a guest bedroom near the front door with its own bath. It does not have a separate kitchenette, though.
Does a Next Gen suite have its own kitchen?
It has a kitchenette. That is a small kitchen with a sink, counters and appliances. It is not a full kitchen. Ask the sales team to show you the exact setup in the plan you like.
Do I need a separate entrance?
Not always. It helps if the relative keeps a different schedule or wants more privacy. At Parkland Royale, the Sovereign suite has its own entrance. Ask about the Highgrove.
How do I tour a Next Gen plan?
Call 561-704-0091. What you can see changes with the build schedule. We will tell you which Next Gen plans are open to tour.
See a Next Gen home in person
Photos only tell part of the story. Call 561-704-0091 or Visit a Next Gen home — Schedule a Visit and we will help you compare plans for your family."