Before you set out on the long-awaited and highly anticipated search for a new home , it will be important for you to review the neighborhoods you’re interested in. As you’re scouring the internet, it’s amazing how nice the homes look, right?….the spaces are large, the interior pristine and the neighborhood…wait, there’s no information about the location?! Ta-dah, here is your next move! Take some time to review an Austin neighborhood guide and our top 3 tips:
1. In relation to my ”work, the store, schools, park, places to eat, the gym” (whichever ones are important to you), how long is the commute and can I deal with that number? As most of you know, the traffic congestion in this city is horrible which, of course, is a tradeoff for the wonderful lifestyle you can pursue. Whichever area you are considering, drive it during rush hour and see how you feel.
2. Everyone has the desire to live in an area that appreciates their lifestyle – so, if you desire downtown condo living or a master planned community for famillies, what does that entail? Do your research. If you’re wanting to be within walking distance of many common conveniences, keep in mind how that affects your housing options…you’ll probably be looking at condos versus 3,000 sq/ft homes. The expertise of a realtor can be extremely valuable throughout this part of the process.
3. Go by the area at different times of the day/week to see how the neighborhoods changes. A sunny afternoon on Sunday could look and feel totally different from a dark evening on a Thursday. Is there lots of traffic? Do the neighbors have any privacy or is everyone congregating in the street? Is it loud or extremely quiet?
Keep in mind this is a great way to get started and our team is more than happy to provide you with a more comprehensive list – just email info@oldhamrealestate.com. Happy House Hunting!
