Plant City, FL Waterfront Communities and Homes (or near)
Plant City, Florida, is a vibrant town perfect for active adults 55+, known for its rich agricultural heritage and warm community spirit. Famous for its annual Florida Strawberry Festival, Plant City offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including exploring the lush landscapes of local parks and gardens, and visiting the historic downtown area with its unique shops and eateries. The area also boasts several golf courses and cultural attractions, such as the Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum. With its friendly atmosphere and mild climate, Plant City provides an ideal setting for a lively and fulfilling retirement lifestyle.
Experience vibrant waterfront living tailored for active 55+ communities. Enjoy scenic views, recreational activities, and luxurious amenities. Connect with like-minded neighbors in a serene, resort-style environment that offers relaxation and adventure on the water.
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Lake Blue MHP
Nearby Location Match
713 Rose Street
Auburndale, FL 33823
2 homes $10,000 - $19,995
Pet Friendly
Lake Blue is a peaceful, 55+ mobile home community conveniently located in Auburndale, Florida. Our well-designed community provides attractive mobile homes, for both seasonal and year-round residents, within a pet-friendly environment.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
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Four Lakes Golf Club
Nearby Location Match
990 La Quinta Blvd
Winter Haven, FL 33881
32 homes $95,000 - $189,900
Four Lakes Golf Club is a top choice for active adults 55+ seeking a golf-centered lifestyle in Winter Haven, Florida. The community's highlight is its 18-hole championship golf course, complemented by a pro shop and practice facilities. Beyond golf, residents can indulge in a variety of amenities, including a spacious clubhouse, fitness center, heated swimming pool, and numerous social activities. With its beautifully landscaped setting and friendly atmosphere, Four Lakes Golf Club is the perfect place to enjoy retirement.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Rental Homes
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Riverside Club Golf & Marina Community - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
2550 Pier Dr.
Ruskin, FL 33570
28 homes $99,000 - $335,000
Riverside Club is the area's premier golf and marina community. This is Florida coastal living at its best! At Riverside Club, Ruskin, FLA, home feels like your own personal haven. Equipped with premium amenities, diverse activities and social opportunities, our active 55+ community offers a truly unique and active lifestyle. Imagine stepping out of your front door to an 18-hole championship golf course. Picture your boat docked on a lovely stretch of the Little Manatee River, with direct access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. At Riverside Club, you can indulge in the ultimate Florida lifestyle.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
Community Amenities: Arts and Crafts, Clubhouse, Community Center, Fishing, Fitness Center, Gated Entry, Golf, Indoor Activities, Interest Groups, Learning/Business Center, Lots, Nearby Attractions, Other, Outdoor Activities, Planned Activities, Pools/Spas, Restaurants/Food Service, RV and/or Boat Storage, Scenic Views, Tennis, Water/ Marina/ Boating, Waterfront Views
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Royal Palm Village - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
3000 US Hwy 17/92 W
Haines City, FL 33844
18 homes $32,000 - $229,900
Royal Palm Village, Haines City, FLA, 55+ community welcomes everyone from fishermen to nature enthusiasts with its sparkling lagoons, tranquil canals, resort-style amenities, and carefree 55+ lifestyle. This scenic, gated retirement community is tucked away from the hustle of the city, yet offers all the relaxing pursuits you seek in Central Florida. Vacation-style living reigns supreme at Royal Palm Village. This over 55 manufactured home community hosts’ resort-style amenities and recreational activities, so you'll never run out of things to do. Residents love taking advantage of our on-site conveniences.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Clubhouse, Fishing, Fitness Center, Gated Entry, Indoor Activities, Interest Groups, Lots, Nearby Attractions, Outdoor Activities, Planned Activities, Pools/Spas, RV and/or Boat Storage, Waterfront Views
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Southway Villa
Nearby Location Match
7070 Daffodil Drive
Brooksville, FL 34601
15 homes $10,000 - $69,995
Southway Villa offers an idyllic lifestyle for retirees and snowbirds. Our beautifully manicured, manufactured housing community in Brooksville, Florida resides on 46.5 flourishing acres with 272 mobile home sites. Conveniently located just 15 miles from a variety of sandy coastal beaches, a life by the sea can be yours!
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
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Timber Village
Nearby Location Match
15130 Timber Village Rd
Groveland, FL 34736
Pet Friendly
Timber Village is a peaceful 55+ community located in Groveland, Florida. We’re surrounded by beautiful nature, wildlife and water. Take a stroll along our spring-fed lake, cast a line in the water or sit and relax on one of the park benches as you take in Florida’s year-round gorgeous weather, where the birds are chirping and breezes are gently blowing through the trees.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
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Walden Shores
Nearby Location Match
2204 Thoreau Drive
Lake Wales, FL 33898
9 homes $69,900 - $218,900
Walden Shores, Lake Wales FL - Enjoy affordable home values in the lakefront, 55-Plus, manufactured home, gated community of Walden Shores. Walden Shores is a unique community tucked away in a relaxed country atmosphere with easy access to Orlando and Tampa. Located on the banks of the 7,532-acre Lake Walk-ln-Water, Walden Shores is surrounded by nature and what our residents appreciate most is the quietness..no road noise, traffic, sirens or trains.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
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Sunshine Mobile Home Community
Nearby Location Match
7403 46th Avenue North
St. Petersburg, FL 33709
4 homes $10,000 - $10,000
Pet Friendly
Sunshine MHC is located in St. Petersburg, Florida, a coastal city approximately 17 miles southwest of Tampa and 7 miles east of the Gulf of Mexico. The Property is situated along and accessible via 46th Avenue, an east/west road that connects to Park Street, which is located about one mile west of the Property.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
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Forest View - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
960 Suncoast Blvd.
Homosassa, FL 34448
25 homes $59,900 - $179,900
Forest View, a Florida Manufactured Home Community catering to adult retirement is situated in Homosassa, nestled between the Gulf Coast beaches and rolling hills of the Withlacoochee region. Situated in a peaceful wooded setting, Forest View is easily accessible to everyday conveniences with banks, medical facilities, restaurants, and shopping within five miles. The community is three miles from the boundaries of Crystal River State Park and the wooded hiking paths of the Ozello Trail.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
Community Amenities: Clubhouse, Indoor Activities, Interest Groups, Lots, Outdoor Activities, Planned Activities, Pools/Spas, RV and/or Boat Storage, Scenic Views, Tennis, Waterfront Views
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Stonebrook - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
8219 W. Charmaine Dr.
Homosassa, FL 34448
4 homes $129,900 - $159,995
Nestled among Florida's most treasured natural wonders, Stonebrook in Homosassa, FLA, is a 55+ community that welcomes an active and fulfilling way of life. Come experience all that Mother Nature has to offer on Florida's pristine Nature Coast at this wonderful 55+ community. Stonebrook manufactured homes are a retreat from the ordinary, wrapped with Southern hometown charm. From pristine rivers for boating and fishing to lush forests and preserves, the Nature Coast offers a relaxed "Old Florida" lifestyle at a truly affordable price.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Community Amenities: Clubhouse, Fishing, Fitness Center, Indoor Activities, Nearby Attractions, Outdoor Activities, Pools/Spas, RV and/or Boat Storage, Scenic Views
Lake Pointe Village in Mulberry, Florida is a welcoming 55+ manufactured home community offering affordable, resort-style living. Enjoy access to a clubhouse, heated pool, fitness center, and scenic lakeside views—perfect for active adult living!
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
The Hamptons Golf & Country Club - Sun Communities
The Hamptons Golf & Country Club - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
1094 Highway 92 West
Auburndale, FL 33823
31 homes $44,000 - $150,000
Welcome home to The Hamptons Golf & Country Club, an active 55+ community with small-town charm and stunning natural beauty. Friendly neighbors and spectacular views of gentle rolling hills are the highlights of our cozy community. For our closely-knit family of residents, the fun never ends with outstanding amenities and countless possibilities for adventure. Here, you can live your dream with the active 55+ lifestyle that you deserve:18-Hole Golf Course, Oversized Home sites, Elegant Clubhouse, Restaurant, Pro Shop, Heated Pool ...
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Rental Homes
Shalimar Village MHC
Shalimar Village MHC
Nearby Location Match
6529 Stone Road
Port Richey, FL 34668
19 homes $10,000 - $89,995
Pet Friendly
Shalimar Village is tucked away in the heart of beautiful Port Richey, located along the Gulf of Mexico approximately 40 miles northwest of Tampa. The Gulf View Square Mall is less than a mile away and features great shopping, dining, and entertainment choices to relax and spoil yourself. If outdoor recreation is more your style, just two miles away is the Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park, home to wondrously clear, refreshing springs over 300 feet deep, a birdwatcher’s haven where you can paddle the serene inlets and bayous that meander through this amazing salt marsh.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Pelican Pier MHC
Pelican Pier MHC
Nearby Location Match
6207 18th St. East
Ellenton, FL 34222
8 homes $10,000 - $79,900
You’ve worked hard, so reward yourself with the best years of your life in the balmy, west coast city of Ellenton, just 28 miles south of exciting Tampa! The residential community of Pelican Pier offers a charming lifestyle on 9 flourishing acres of land.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
The Grove
The Grove
Nearby Location Match
4801 9th St E
Bradenton, FL 34203
10 homes $10,000 - $115,000
The Grove, Bradenton FL, is an upscale, pet friendly manufactured home community for residents 55 and older. The park is situated on about 40 acres of what were formerly orange groves. There are 269 lots with double wide homes. Most of the homeowners live here year round.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Community Amenities: 269 Double-Wide Home Lots, Barbecue Area, Fire Pit, and Picnic Area with Swings, Beautiful Lakes with Fountains, Catch & Release Fishing, Dancing, Full Kitchen, Lunch and Dinner Events, Groundskeeper and Maintenance Staff, Lakeside Homes and Off-Water Shaded Homes, Multiple Lakes with Fountains in the Center, Shuffleboard Courts, Bocce Ball, and Horseshoe Pits, Sprawling 40+ Acres of Secluded Property,
Reflections on Silver Lake
Reflections on Silver Lake
Nearby Location Match
3522 Bill Sachsenmaier Memorial Drive
Avon Park, FL 33825
40 homes $10,000 - $170,000
Voted Best Retirement Community 8 Years Running — Reflections on Silver Lake, a popular 55+ Manufactured Housing and RV Community in Highlands County, Florida offers supreme residential living to meet your preferred lifestyle. Stay in one of three neighborhoods: Manufactured Homes (137 lots), Park Models (115 homes) or RVs (338 spaces). Located in the heart of Central Florida, Reflections on Silver Lake is just 15 minutes from Sebring and one mile south of Avon Park, FL. If you’re seeking tranquility and privacy combined with a friendly and active community, we’re confident you’ll find your special place here at Reflections on Silver Lake.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Community Amenities: 600 ft. Nature Trail with Observation Deck, Activities Director with Planned Trips, Barbeque Pavilion, Basketball, Bocce Ball, Community Center, Community Men’s/Women’s Showers, Corn Hole, Covered Pavilion, Curbside Trash Collection, Dance and Exercise Classes, Dock, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Horseshoes, Hot Tub, Individual Mailboxes, Library, Massive Storage Yard for Trailers, RVs & Boats, Outdoor Entertainment Stage, Pergola with Fountain, Pickle Ball, Pool Hall with Billiards and Darts, Putting Green, Sand Volley Ball, Satellite/Cable TV, Screened Activity Dock, Shuffleboard, Tennis, Two Heated Pools, Two Large Fishing Lakes, Two Laundry Rooms, Waterfront Fire Pit, Wireless Internet (Available),
Vista del Lago MH & RV Resort - Sun Communities
Vista del Lago MH & RV Resort - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
801 53rd Ave. W
Bradenton, FL 34207
8 homes $32,500 - $179,995
Located in Bradenton, Florida, Vista del Lago is your perfect escape for a seasonal or year round stay. Not only does this active 55+ community have a great location being close to urban conveniences but it also offers an impressive amenity package. Enjoy unsurpassed convenience to shopping, entertainment and dining facilities. The gorgeous Gulf beaches, boating, fishing, golf, and other exciting attractions are only minutes from our welcome gates. We invite you to visit Vista Del Lago today and see for yourself what this wonderful lifestyle community has to offer. Allow us the pleasure of helping you resort to a new lifestyle!
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near), RV Communities
Schalamar Creek
Schalamar Creek
Nearby Location Match
4500 Hwy. 92 East
Lakeland, FL 33801
52 homes $39,500 - $234,900
Your adventure starts at Schalamar Creek's magnificently landscaped, gated entry in Lakeland, Florida. Continuing down the mile-long, lakefront, tree lined entry drive welcomes you to an exclusive 55+ resort lifestyle that is captivating in every dimension. Situated on 500 acres of waterways and natural beauty, the neighborhood provides lakefront, golf course and wooded homesites. Winner of “Community of the Year” award in a national survey, Schalamar Creek has been recognized for its attention to detail, amenities, community design and professional management.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near)
Lakeshore Villas - Sun Communities
Lakeshore Villas - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
15401 Lakeshore Villa St.
Tampa, FL 33613
3 homes $25,000 - $90,000
In northeast Tampa Florida, Lakeshore Villas, an active 55+ manufactured home community offers a quiet, peaceful setting that is within 15 miles of all the metropolitan culture and attractions of the Tampa Bay area, including: historic Ybor City, downtown Tampa, Museum of Science & Industry, Tampa Museum of Art, the Florida Aquarium, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa Bay Buccaneers football, Tampa Bay Lightning hockey, Carnival Cruise Lines at the Port of Tampa, and much more!
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
Hidden River - Sun Communities
Hidden River - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
12500 McMullen Loop Rd
Riverview, FL 33569
1 homes $109,995 - $109,995
Make yourself at home in the heart of Florida! Hidden River Resort, Riverview, FL offers guests and residents the very best in RV living. We are also located right along the Alafia River which is a prime spot to stretch your legs and relax. Spend your days enjoying our impressive amenity package and community features.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), RV Communities
Cypress Greens - Sun Communities
Cypress Greens - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
1000 Cypress Creek Blvd.
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
8 homes $63,900 - $110,000
It's time for fun in the sun! Experience the amazing lifestyle at Cypress Greens in Lake Alfred, Central Florida's affordable golf and tennis 55+ community. The Florida resort lifestyle of Cypress Greens retirement community means that you can do as much or as little as you desire. This lively, intimate manufactured home community offers residents a marvelous array of amenities and a fun-filled calendar of events and activities. You can get involved, stay in shape, make new friends, or simply relax, while you enjoy living in paradise. Residents can benefit from our plethora of luxurious amenities.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near)
Central Park - Sun Communities
Central Park - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
1101 W Commerce Ave
Haines City, FL 33844
Pet Friendly
Central Park MH & RV Resort - Haines City, FL -We invite you to Central Park, a unique community in Haines City, Florida! With 351 sites nestled among wide, tree-shaded streets, we offer the best of 55+ manufactured home living, with a separate parcel for RV seasonal and transient guest stays. As a valued resident, you will be able to take advantage of wonderful on-site amenities and exciting community features.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), RV Communities
Community Amenities: Free Wifi, Religious Services, RV Storage Area, Laundry Facilities, Billiards, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Pet Friendly, Pickleball, Activity Center, Planned Activities, Social Events, RV Sites, Cards, Community Dinners, Shower Facilities, Shuffleboard, Bocce Ball, Card Tables, Horseshoes, Clubhouse, Heated Swimming Pool, Common Area Free WiFi, Fitness Center, Bingo,
Kissimmee South - Sun Communities
Kissimmee South - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
3700 U.S. Hwy 17-92N
Davenport, FL 33837
1 homes $49,900 - $49,900
Kissimmee South MH & RV Resort located in Davenport, FL offers small town charm close to Orlando’s exciting urban attractions. Make yourself at home at our active 55+ Manufactured Home Community & RV Resort. Our beautiful gated community is nestled among tree groves where you just might spy cranes, ducks, turtles and even the occasional alligator. As a valued member of our closely-knit neighborhood, you can take advantage of our exclusive amenity package and community features.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), RV Communities
Bayside Waters
Bayside Waters
Nearby Location Match
19709 US Hwy 19
Clearwater, FL 33764
19 homes $7,500 - $224,900
Pet Friendly
Bayside Waters' (formerly Japanese Garden) is a 55+ manufactured home community locatied right on Old Tampa Bay and in the heart of Clearwater, Florida. Our amenities include a Clubhouse with Kitchen, Heated Swimming Pool, Hot Tub, Billiard Room, Card Room with Library, Laundry Room, Shuffleboard and Social Club. There is a fantastic Social Club as well as a recently added Resident Event Program. We are centrally located for easy access to Tampa, St Petersburg, Interstates and two airports. Near Shopping Malls, Beaches, Churches and Civic Clubs.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
Grand Bay - Sun Communities
Grand Bay - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
3300 N. Alternate Hwy 19
Dunedin, FL 34698
1 homes $129,000 - $129,000
Located just north of Clearwater, FL Grand Bay’s 55+ community RV Resort and Manufactured Home Community boasts a higher standard of active living. As a valued retirement resident within our closely-knit neighborhood, you have the exclusive advantage of our on-site amenities and community features.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), Oceanfront or Coastal (or near)
Red Oaks - Sun Communities
Red Oaks - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
5551 SW 18th Terrace
Bushnell, FL 33513
2 homes $149,995 - $149,995
Find fun and adventure around every corner in the 130 tree-filled acres that is Red Oaks RV Resort in Bushnell, FLA. One of the biggest and best active 55+ Central Florida RV Parks, we have over 1,000 full-hookup sites, spacious enough to accommodate RVs of any size, plus additional spaces that allow for tent camping. Red Oaks offers fun for everyone with our impressive amenity package.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), RV Communities
Lily Lake Golf Resort
Lily Lake Golf Resort
Nearby Location Match
6603 U.S. Hwy. 27 South
Frostproof, FL 33843
Play golf in your own backyard, take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool, check out the billiards, tennis and shuffleboard courts or fish all day on the lake. Take part in many planned activities.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Golf Course Living, Waterfront Living (or near), Rental Homes, RV Communities
Horseshoe Cove - Sun Communities
Horseshoe Cove - Sun Communities
Nearby Location Match
5100 60th Street East
Bradenton, FL 34203
13 homes $34,995 - $144,000
In a picturesque oak grove along the Braden River, Horseshoe Cove RV Resort, Bradenton, FL provides guests and residents with a 5-star luxury lifestyle in this active 55+ Retirement Community. From our 12-acre private island park with its lighted fishing pier, to our nature trails and screened-in picnic pavilion, Horseshoe Cove more than earns its reputation as the highest-rated RV park in Bradenton, Florida.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near), RV Communities
Terra Palms
Terra Palms
Nearby Location Match
211 63rd Ave. W.
Bradenton, FL 34207
1 homes $50,000 - $50,000
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Twin Palms Manufactured Home Park is a 55+ community full of fun loving, caring and involved residents.
Community Lifestyles: 55+ Communities, Active Retirement, Manufactured Homes, Waterfront Living (or near)
Plant City, Florida, is a vibrant town perfect for active adults 55+, known for its rich agricultural heritage and warm community spirit. Famous for its annual Florida Strawberry Festival, Plant City offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. Residents can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including exploring the lush landscapes of local parks and gardens, and visiting the historic downtown area with its unique shops and eateries. The area also boasts several golf courses and cultural attractions, such as the Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum. With its friendly atmosphere and mild climate, Plant City provides an ideal setting for a lively and fulfilling retirement lifestyle.
Experience vibrant waterfront living tailored for active 55+ communities. Enjoy scenic views, recreational activities, and luxurious amenities. Connect with like-minded neighbors in a serene, resort-style environment that offers relaxation and adventure on the water.
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