5
Considerations When Choosing Your Location/ Neighborhood
When
considering a location or neighborhood to purchase your home in, there
are several obvious reasons such as proximity to work, school or conveniences.
Here is a list of 5 considerations that, although may not top your list
in priority, may definitely change the scope of your targeted area.
Some suggested pros and cons may help you decide what may be more suitable
to your needs and desires.
1.
Suburbs & Country
Pros:
Less
expensive than urban; generally get more house or property size or quality
for same dollar value
Often
newer homes and developments on outskirts of suburbs and rural areas
as a result of growth.
Cons:
Further
away from work, school, entertainment or conveniences
2.
Urban Areas
Pros: Closer
to employers and often within walking distance to conveniences and entertainment
Urban
areas will offer more distinctive styled homes, rather than limited
styling in developments.
Cons: Noisier, busier and higher crime
levels
More
expensive
3.
Busy Streets
Pros: Less
expensive. You can often meet or exceed both your budgetary needs and
your wish list if you are willing to live on a busier street.
Cons: Noise level could cause disturbances
in sleep or lifestyle.
4.
Cul De sac
Pros: Less
traffic than thru street makes this the #1 desired location for parents
with small children.
Cons: Closer proximity of neighbors offers
less privacy.
5.
Corner Lots
Pros: Larger
lots and fewer neighbors
More
visibility and directional views
Cons: Frontage on 2 streets will translate
to higher property taxes
Becomes
a cut-through for pedestrians
More
sidewalks to shovel in some areas
Hopefully
one of these considerations awakens something in you and broadens your
location perspectives.
