How to Choose the Right Neighborhood
If you’re buying a new home, the neighborhood you choose can be just as important as the choice of home.
So, how do you choose the right neighborhood?
Start by creating a list of what you need in a neighborhood,
“Consider the pros and cons of the neighborhood and its surroundings, “What other factors may be significant? Look at things such as a range in property value, type of property, schools and proximity to employment, comforts and other avenues of life.” There are many wonderful neighborhoods in Central Louisiana.
To create your short-list, it pays to start by asking the right questions:
What type of neighborhood environment do you seek? A downtown, urban vibe? A close-to-town location that blends the aspects of both city and suburban life? A leafy suburban feel? A laid-back, out-in-the-country setting?
What types of shopping, restaurants and businesses would you like nearby? A shopping mall? A favorite coffee shop? Sports fields and open park land? A movie theater? A wide array of restaurants? Art galleries and museums? A library? Live music venues? This question is related to the one above and will also help you define what matters most to you.
What leisure-time activities do you enjoy? Many of today’s new home communities offer a myriad of community amenities that can support interests or hobbies you may have. You’ll find community club houses, pools, tennis courts, hiking trails, nature areas and other facilities. Community residents often form clubs based around shared interests and activities — from travel, movies, wine-tastings and more.
What type of commute do you seek? Do you work from home? Do you travel frequently and thus want quick access to the airport? If you commute daily to work, would you prefer to do so by car or mass transit? And how many minutes each way would you ideally prefer to spend traveling to and from work?
Single-family homes and the suburbs go hand in hand
For many people, home calls to mind an image of tree-lined streets with single-family homes with larger yards arrayed along winding sidewalks.
If you want more space and privacy and don’t require quick access to the heart of your city, the suburbs may be the place for you. Don’t fall victim to the misconception of suburbia as neighborhoods filled with homes that are “cookie-cutter” or have no personality. Not true! Today’s new home communities offer a wide array of home plans and elevations (the look of the front of your home) that allow you to personalize your home to reflect your individuality.
Many master-planned new home communities also offer a plethora of amenities, such as hike and bike trails and clubs, in which you can take part. If you have kids, plan to start a family or simply find the lifestyle appealing, the suburbs can offer a community experience that meets your needs.
Of course, many of you likely grew up in suburban homes like these. They were the primary style of housing for the majority of the 20th century. Today, there is a far greater variety of housing and neighborhood styles available for you to explore.
With the right REALTOR and by asking the right questions and considering all of your options, you can find the perfect neighborhood suited to you.
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So, how do you choose the right neighborhood?
Start by creating a list of what you need in a neighborhood,
“Consider the pros and cons of the neighborhood and its surroundings, “What other factors may be significant? Look at things such as a range in property value, type of property, schools and proximity to employment, comforts and other avenues of life.” There are many wonderful neighborhoods in Central Louisiana.
To create your short-list, it pays to start by asking the right questions:
What type of neighborhood environment do you seek? A downtown, urban vibe? A close-to-town location that blends the aspects of both city and suburban life? A leafy suburban feel? A laid-back, out-in-the-country setting?
What types of shopping, restaurants and businesses would you like nearby? A shopping mall? A favorite coffee shop? Sports fields and open park land? A movie theater? A wide array of restaurants? Art galleries and museums? A library? Live music venues? This question is related to the one above and will also help you define what matters most to you.
What leisure-time activities do you enjoy? Many of today’s new home communities offer a myriad of community amenities that can support interests or hobbies you may have. You’ll find community club houses, pools, tennis courts, hiking trails, nature areas and other facilities. Community residents often form clubs based around shared interests and activities — from travel, movies, wine-tastings and more.
What type of commute do you seek? Do you work from home? Do you travel frequently and thus want quick access to the airport? If you commute daily to work, would you prefer to do so by car or mass transit? And how many minutes each way would you ideally prefer to spend traveling to and from work?
Single-family homes and the suburbs go hand in hand
For many people, home calls to mind an image of tree-lined streets with single-family homes with larger yards arrayed along winding sidewalks.
If you want more space and privacy and don’t require quick access to the heart of your city, the suburbs may be the place for you. Don’t fall victim to the misconception of suburbia as neighborhoods filled with homes that are “cookie-cutter” or have no personality. Not true! Today’s new home communities offer a wide array of home plans and elevations (the look of the front of your home) that allow you to personalize your home to reflect your individuality.
Many master-planned new home communities also offer a plethora of amenities, such as hike and bike trails and clubs, in which you can take part. If you have kids, plan to start a family or simply find the lifestyle appealing, the suburbs can offer a community experience that meets your needs.
Of course, many of you likely grew up in suburban homes like these. They were the primary style of housing for the majority of the 20th century. Today, there is a far greater variety of housing and neighborhood styles available for you to explore.
With the right REALTOR and by asking the right questions and considering all of your options, you can find the perfect neighborhood suited to you.
Licensed in the State of Louisiana
Each Keller Williams Office is Independently Owned and Operated
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