Home Shopping? Pros And Cons Of Looking In A Subdivision

Written by Posted On Thursday, 06 April 2017 13:02

When searching for a home, you may wish to look in a subdivision. These large groupings of homes are generally similar in age, construction style and size. Subdivisions mean that your neighbors are close and traffic is minimal. Consider these pros and cons of looking for a home in a subdivision.

 

New Features And Amenities

Subdivisions often have newer features and amenities when compared to individually constructed homes scattered through different neighborhoods. For example, most of the homes in a subdivision may have features such as master suites with soaking baths or finished basements. Subdivisions may also offer amenities such as a community swimming pool or a clubhouse that is accessible by homeowners. Some of the newest subdivisions may have features such as enhanced energy efficiency through green building materials, which can cut down on your monthly utility costs.

 

Using A Real Estate Professional

It is always a good idea to work with a real estate professional, such as those at Roger Deines Real Estate Group ReeceNichols. Real estate professionals can direct you to homes with the features that you want the most. They also have the inside scoop about different neighborhoods, such as which public schools are the best or if any major infrastructure projects are planned, such as road construction that could cause traffic problems. Using a real estate professional also makes it easier to locate a home and put in your offer quickly.

 

Distance, Space And Trees

While there are many great reasons to choose a subdivision, there are some cons to these homes. Many subdivisions are located at a considerable distance from the places where you may need to go regularly, such as grocery stores, the post office or the doctor's office. Sprawl with subdivisions means that you may not be able to walk to the library or park like you could if you lived in an older or denser neighborhood. Subdivisions often lack the interesting features that older neighborhoods have, such as tall trees. Most of the houses in a subdivision are built by the same contractor, which means they look similar to one another.

Most subdivisions are quite different from an older, gentrified neighborhood in the center of a city. If you prefer a neighborhood with families similar to yours and a consistent style of house, subdivisions may be right for you. Talk with your real estate professional to learn more about the available homes in subdivisions in your area.

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