Grand Haven, Romeoville — True Cost of Ownership

Will County | 677 homes | Mixed attached and detached | Homes $200K–$360K

Grand Haven is a mixed-housing 55+ community — attached villas and single-family detached homes share the same development and the same HOA. That mix creates a meaningful cost split between housing types. Attached villa owners typically pay a higher HOA fee that covers more exterior maintenance (sometimes including roof and siding), while single-family owners pay a lower fee and carry more individual responsibility. Before comparing Grand Haven to another community on HOA alone, identify which housing type you are evaluating — the all-in monthly cost can differ by $150–$250 depending on villa vs. detached.

Attached vs. detached in the same community: A villa at $215K with an $230/mo HOA that includes exterior maintenance may cost less per month than a single-family at $300K with a $160/mo HOA where you manage your own lawn and exterior. Run the full number — HOA + tax + insurance + maintenance — not just the purchase price or the HOA in isolation.

Monthly Cost Breakdown — Single-Family

Cost ItemEst. Monthly (Low)Est. Monthly (High)Notes
HOA fee$165$185Common area maintenance; lawn is owner responsibility
Property tax$383$690Will ~2.3%; on $200K–$360K single-family range
Lawn care$60$110Owner managed; estimate for hired service
Homeowners insurance$95$145Full structure policy; lower home values help
Utilities$165$250Not in HOA
Total monthly (excl. mortgage)~$868~$1,380

Will County Tax by Home Value

Purchase PriceAnnual Tax Est.Monthly
$200,000$4,600$383
$250,000$5,750$479
$310,000$7,130$594
$360,000$8,280$690

Will County assesses at 33.33% of market value, effective rate ~2.3%. Senior Assessment Freeze (SCAFP) available at 65+ with income under $65K — must re-apply annually. Does not freeze the levy rate, only the assessed value.

10-Year Projection — $250K Single-Family Home

Cost Item10-Year Estimate
HOA fees (3% annual increase from $175/mo)~$24,300
Property tax (~$5,750/yr)~$59,800
Lawn care (~$85/mo)~$10,200
Insurance (~$120/mo)~$14,400
Utilities (~$205/mo)~$24,600
Total non-mortgage cost (10 yr)~$133,300

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