Blog Post: Choosing the Right Home in the Right Neighborhood

Call it cliche but the power of “location, location, location” can’t be denied. You’re not just buying a house, you’re buying into a neighborhood.

With that said, a great neighborhood isn’t a “one size fits all” – age, workplace and lifestyle of the buyer will determine what’s “desirable”.

For example, a single person may want to be within “stumbling distance” from the club and nightlife, however a married buyer with kids would prefer being close to a park and schools. If you’re new to an area check out these two sites that can help you find the right neighborhood for you.

NeighborhoodScout.com. This subscription service that offers in-depth looks at such considerations as crime statistics, school-performance data, and quarterly price-appreciation records of area homes.

It’s customizable: The site can do such things as take the characteristics of a neighborhood that’s familiar to you and approximate similar neighborhoods in other cities. For retirees, it can narrow down neighborhoods that have, say, a large population of educated seniors.

NabeWise.com. This site takes 65 “quality of life” characteristics and set them up as criteria for neighborhood-hunters.

For example, you can actually search for “trendy” neighborhoods — or “clean” ones. Perhaps you want to live around liberals or around conservatives. Maybe you want to be near a farmers market or public transit or nightlife. The site also features photo tours of neighborhoods and reviews from locals.

via inmannews

ABOUT ME:

I live, work and play in Conejo Valley and specialize in Agoura Hills and Westlake Village real estate.

Where you live is more than a roof over your head. It should improve your quality of life – spiritually, emotionally and psychologically.

In my home and garden articles, you’ll find some great tips on how to make your house, not just a home, but a sanctuary.

Through my blog, I hope you’ll also gain some insight and find tips and resources that will help you navigate through the current market, whether you're buying or selling.

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