PICKING THE RIGHT NEIGHBORHOOD
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Each and every neighborhood or locality has its own
charm and attractions. When my husband and I were looking for the perfect house
for settling down, our number one priority was the neighborhood and surrounding
area and locality. Though we do not have kids but as a future instance we
wanted top-notch schools as well as a safe, welcoming and a healthy colony. If
you are in the market for a new home, finding the right
neighborhood is likely the most important component you will have to make
besides choosing an actual home. It is a very arduous task indeed but gradually
we realized that we are not the only ones in the league of this cumbersome task
of finding the perfect locale. However this is not rocket science as you just
need to sit down and take time to think that what is more important to you and
what tempts you more in a neighborhood. Below is a checklist based on my
experience of choosing a neighborhood that could suit your requirements as
well.
Narrow down an area before the house search
Always choose an area before you start the home
search. Narrow the quest down to one or two locales instead of wasting time and
strength in looking all over the city. It is always better to select a particular
location that is your hot favorite and once that is done you will be able to monitor
the market in that specific area. It was actually a relief to settle on an area
we loved and we were willing to wait until the construction of our apartment
was completed.
Chat with the neighbors
Before buying the apartment,
we had a chat with several nearby residents who shared the good and the
bad about the area. They gave us a bit of history of the neighborhood.
Although most of them would be reluctant in speaking to a complete stranger,
however this is where your verbal skills will be tested. In addition to this a
real estate agent can be serving as a very good guide to provide you details
about a particular locale.
Do not compromise
No matter how splendid the
house is, don’t settle if the area isn’t ideal. Even if it is luxurious but
it’s all about — “location, location, location.” It is better to buy a house in
the best and most desirable area and you won’t repent it in a lifetime as you
can always change the house, but not the neighborhood!
Get details about Schools and educational institutions
and emergency services
For future instances in case
you’re planning on having children, make sure you consider the schools in the
neighborhood as well. Make sure they are at a convenient distance from the home
and not miles away. Understanding whether emergency services are nearby may
also be a critical decision. Also, there may be urgent cares or clinics that
can be of assistance.
Safety checks
Consider this factor as a
priority and always check how safe your neighborhood to reside in. Have there
recently been any crime reports flashing in the news? You can always use the
internet as a very valuable source for such information for such investigation.
In case you are talking to a real estate agent he can advise you as well on the
same. Also check if the society has the provision of modern security features
like CCTV cameras. I remember spending hours in front of my laptop inspecting
and investigating every available news about the locale in which we bought our
apartment. And we do not have any regrets today.
Take a stroll
A coffee shop, local
shopping centers, banks, parks and other conveniences within walking distance
is a winsome addition to owning your piece of the rock. Drive around the area
and use your odometer to see how far the closest shops are or park is and take
a walk to get an idea. You would not like to buy your home in a place where you
would have to drive miles just to buy a bag of sugar!
Experienced Real estate
professionals can be your best guide in judging about a neighborhood as well.
Speak to a real estate specialist today at Nofrillsdeal.com
