Plaza MHP

2145 N. Dixie Hwy, Lima, OH 45801

Manufactured Home Community — Lima, Ohio

Welcome to Plaza MHP, a professionally managed manufactured home community located along N. Dixie Highway in Lima, Ohio 45801.
Under new management with a long-term vision for families, Plaza MHP is a quiet, all-ages community where rules are enforced and residents can put down roots. You own your home. Your home payment is fixed and never changes. Lot rent is currently $395/month — billed separately from your home payment and subject to annual adjustment.


No more wondering when the lease ends. No landlord deciding your next move. At Plaza, families come and stay — because the environment is consistent, the community is managed, and the home is yours. We move fast. 48-hour approval while most places take 12+ weeks. When you’re ready to get settled, we’re ready to get you in.

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Own It

Every payment builds equity in a home that belongs to you — not a landlord.

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Fixed Home Payment

Your home payment is locked and never changes. Lot rent ($395/mo currently) is billed separately — subject to annual adjustment.

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48-Hour Approval

Industry average is 12+ weeks. We turn approvals around in 48 hours.

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No Landlord

Rules enforced. Quiet hours kept. On-site management Mon–Fri. A community run with intention.

Community Snapshot

Looking for a manufactured home community in Lima, OH? Northland is a professionally managed, all-ages community inside the Lima village limits, located in Allen County along the N. Dixie Highway. The application process is straightforward, and most resident approvals are completed in about 48 hours (timing can vary). Lot rent is currently $395/month (subject to annual adjustment; home payment separate). Ready to take the next step? Start your application today.

A Quiet Neighborhood. Yours to Settle Into

Plaza MHP sits along N. Dixie Highway — established Lima neighborhood, tree-lined, residential. Room for your family. No apartment walls. No landlord down the hall. Just a clean, managed community where you can finally get comfortable.

Minutes to Everything Lima.

Mercy Health – St. Rita's Medical Center is 2.8 miles away. Procter & Gamble just 2.3 miles. Chief Supermarket, Walmart, and Meijer all close by. Lima City Schools serve the area. McLean Teddy Bear Park is right on N. Dixie Hwy — practically at your door.

Manufactured Homes For Sale in Lima, OH

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Pathway to Ownership

Compare the long-term value of buying vs. renting your home.

Own Your Home

Current Renting Costs

* This calculator factors in a 3% annual increase for both Home Rent and Lot Rent to account for standard inflation.

Your Estimated Savings

$415 / Month Saved
Over 10 years, you save $49,800
* Not including your accumulated equity
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Renting Total Cost
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Owning Total Cost

Your Estimated Wealth Growth

And remember, you own the home, you can move it, or sell it, at anytime; and we'll help you do it. This projection incorporates an assumed 3% annual increase in local rental costs, reflecting historical market trends.

Year Monthly Rent Home Payment + Lot Rent Your Equity

Apply Your Equity Towards Your Dream Home

Disposable Equity* Down Payment Total Purchase Value*
65,000 325,000

Disclaimer: This calculator is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to lend or a guarantee of specific savings. Actual interest rates, taxes, and insurance costs vary by individual credit profile and local market conditions. Home payment values above are based upon 21 Mortgage rates as of January 2026 which is between 7%-14%. Please consult with one of our community specialists for assistance with procuring a personalized quote. The estimates provided do not account for future property depreciation, market fluctuations, or changes in home value that may affect your actual disposable equity.

Lima Neighborhood Guide

Looking for a manufactured home community in Lima, OH? You’re close to the day-to-day essentials—schools, childcare, grocery stores, healthcare, parks, places of worship, major employers, and auto repair—all within minutes of 2145 N. Dixie Hwy, Lima, OH 45801.

Want to take the next step? Start your application today.

Category Name Details
SchoolsLima City SchoolsK-12 · limacityschools.org
SchoolsIndependence Elementary615 Tremont Ave
SchoolsFreedom Elementary575 Calumet Ave
SchoolsLima Senior HighLima City Schools district
SchoolsRhodes State College4240 Campus Dr · 4.4 mi · 2-yr
ChildcareLearning Castle1251 N Cole St · Opens 5:30am · 4.3
ChildcareKingdom Daycare1575 E High St · 4.3
ChildcareSafe Haven Family Care1180 W High St · 24hr M-F
ChildcareLittle Rockies Learning301 W North St · Opens 6am · 5.0
Grocery & ShoppingChief Supermarket120 W Northern Ave · 4.1
Grocery & ShoppingWalmart Supercenter2400 Harding Hwy · 6am–11pm
Grocery & ShoppingMeijer3298 Elida Rd · 6am–midnight
Grocery & ShoppingRuler Foods515 W Elm St · Budget-friendly
HealthcareMercy Health – St. Rita's730 W Market St · 2.8 mi · Hospital
HealthcareHealth Partners Quick Care1550 N Main St · Mon–Sat 8am–8pm
HealthcareMercy Eastside Urgent Care967 Bellefontaine Ave · 7 days
HealthcareLima Memorial Walk-In Care1005 Bellefontaine Ave · Mon–Sat
Parks & RecreationMcLean Teddy Bear Park2004 N Dixie Hwy · Right nearby · 4.6
Parks & RecreationMarimor Legacy Park2550 Ada Rd · All-abilities · 4.9
Parks & RecreationFaurot ParkLakes, splash pad, trails · 4.5
Parks & RecreationOttawa River Riverwalk10-mile trail · Biking & walking
WorshipLima Community Church2945 N Cole St · 4.8
WorshipLFC – Lima First Church1660 Findlay Rd · 4.8
WorshipGrace Fellowship Church1606 W Elm St · 4.8
WorshipCornerstone Church2000 N Cole St · 4.8
Major EmployersMercy Health – St. Rita'sHealthcare · Largest employer
Major EmployersProcter & Gamble1150 N Main St · 2.3 mi
Major EmployersHusky Lima Refinery1150 S Metcalf St · 4.6 mi
Major EmployersLima City SchoolsDistrict-wide employment
Major EmployersRhodes State College4240 Campus Dr · 4.4 mi
Auto RepairT&T Auto Repair1347 N Sugar St · 5.0
Auto RepairAuto Medic of Ohio1390 Findlay Rd · 4.8
Auto RepairRoger's Automotive1215 N McCullough St · 4.6
Auto RepairFfejs Auto Care2735 N West St · 4.6

Utility Setup in Lima, OH

Plaza MHP is on city water and sewer — managed through the community. You will need to set up electric, gas, and internet before move-in.
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Electricity

AEP Ohio

AEP Ohio is the electric provider for Allen County. Call to start service before move-in. Ohio is a regulated state — AEP Ohio is your provider, no shopping required.

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Natural Gas

Enbridge Gas Ohio

Enbridge Gas Ohio serves Allen County. Call at least 3 business days before move-in. Gas emergency line available
24/7.

Setting up your manufactured home utilities at Plaza in Lima, OH.

Water and swer are managed through Plaza MHP — no individual city account needed. Ask your community manager for more info on your move-in day.

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Electricity

AEP Ohio

AEP Ohio is the electric provider for Allen County. Call to start service before move-in. Ohio is a regulated state — AEP Ohio is your provider, no shopping required.

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Natural Gas

Enbridge Gas Ohio

Enbridge Gas Ohio serves Allen County. Call at least 3 business days before move-in. Gas emergency line available 24/7.

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Water & Sewer

City of Lima

Plaza MHP is connected to Lima city water and sewer. No individual water or sewer account setup is required — utility service is managed through the community.

Lima Internet Service Providers

Internet options in Lima, OH range from cable and fiber/DSL for fast, reliable home service to 5G wireless and satellite for flexible coverage. Whether you want up to gig-speed cable for streaming and remote work, fiber speeds where available at your lot address, an easy move-in setup with no contracts, or a backup option with wide coverage, Lima has multiple providers and plan types to fit different addresses and needs.

Provider Type Max Speed Contact Notes
Spectrum / Charter Cable Up to 1 Gbps (855) 855-4578 · spectrum.com Primary cable provider in Lima — most widely available
AT&T Fiber/DSL Up to 500 Mbps (800) 288-2020 · att.com Check fiber availability at your lot address
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Wireless 100–415 Mbps avg (877) 878-6337 · t-mobile.com No contracts · Easiest setup · Recommend for new movers
HughesNet Satellite Up to 100 Mbps (866) 347-3292 · hughesnet.com 99% coverage · Best backup/rural option
Starlink Satellite 50–250 Mbps starlink.com Low-latency satellite · No local cable required

Move-In Utility Checklist @ Plaza in Lima

  • Electric (AEP Ohio): Call (800) 672-2231 to start service — give your lot address and move-in date.
  • Gas (Enbridge Gas Ohio): Call (800) 362-7557 at least 3 business days before move-in.
  • Water & Sewer: Managed through Plaza MHP — no individual city account needed. Ask your community manager on move-in day.
  • Internet: T-Mobile Home Internet is fastest to set up — order online, device ships to you. Spectrum is the primary cable option.
  • Have your address (2145 N. Dixie Hwy, Lima OH 45801), lot number, move-in date, and photo ID ready for all utility calls.
  • Lot rent ($395/mo currently, subject to annual adjustment) is billed separately from your home payment — always two separate line items.

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Pet Policy

We love pets! Plaza welcomes well-behaved dogs and cats with a few simple rules to keep our community comfortable and safe for all residents and their animals.

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2 Pets Max

Per Home

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30 Lbs Max

Per Pet

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No Dangerous Breeds

Breed Restrictions Apply

WELCOME: Small & Friendly Breeds

Examples of commonly welcomed breeds (under 30 lbs):

RESTRICTED: Not Permitted Breeds

The following breeds are NOT permitted:

Don’t see your breed? Call us to confirm before applying.
Not sure about your breed? Call us before you apply — we’re happy to help.
Call or visit our community page for the full pet policy details and to confirm breed eligibility.

Ready to Stop Renting? Apply in 48 Hours.

Simple layout. Fixed home payment. You own it — no landlord. Done deal. First approved gets it.

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