The place where we live and the
people with whom we share our life are the beginning and the core of our
humanity. It’s how we learn to trust and value others, cherishing the spaces
and values we share. A great part of the successful
move is finding a good neighbourhood. Choosing the right neighbourhood for you
and your family is just as important as choosing the right home. When buying a
new home, remember that you are not just buying a home- you are also joining in
and becoming a part of a neighbourhood. Not all neighbourhoods are created
equal. Not all neighbourhoods are going to be a truly perfect fit for everyone and their individual needs. There are many
things that should be considered when purchasing a home, especially if you are
moving to an area that you don’t know well. Before buying a property evaluate
the aspects of a prospective neighbourhood.
Make a list of your needs and wants
Think about what kind of
atmosphere you are looking for. Do you prefer a community in the centre of the
city or a quiet neighbourhood in the countryside or town? How important is it
to have top schools in the area? Do you plan to drive or get public transportation
to work? Are there shopping centres, restaurants, cinemas or parks nearby?
Find out whether it is suitable for your lifestyle
Have a walk in your prospective neighbourhood
streets. You will get the best information about the neighbourhood from the people
who live there. Do your own research by talking to the neighbours. Ask them if
they like the area, what problems they have in the place. Ask them questions
that concern you. Ask them about the advantages and disadvantages of the neighbourhood.
They can tell you things you’d never find out online. Walk the markets,
shopping centres, restaurants, parks and all the other amenities that your neighbourhood
has to offer you. If you like an active life it should be important for you
that there are cinemas, theatres, and bars. Such entertainment could be the
only thing that makes your neighbourhood alive. If possible, try to visit
different days and times. Find out if the streets are clean if the homes and yards are in a good condition if there are many people who live there, whether it is a
quiet neighbourhood or not. Imagine yourself living there. Once you feel
comfortable with the area, you can feel more at peace about the home buying decision. In some neighbourhoods, neighbours
even don’t know each other’s names. In others, block parties make regular
occurrences. Spending time in the target neighbourhood you can find out if the
place is suitable for you and our family.
Education system
Public and private schools,
kindergarten through high school, and even preschools can greatly affect the
value of a home. A good school should be
a priority on anyone’s list having children. You should look at the quality of
the school system of the neighbourhood you are considering. If you have
children or plan to have them, you will
naturally want them to have access to the best education possible.
Transportation issues in the neighbourhood
Transportation is a non-
separable part of any society. It exhibits a very close relation to the style
of life, the range, and location and the
goods and services which will be available for consumption. Finding a home in a
neighbourhood that has convenient access to public transport is important but
people sometimes forget to consider this as a crucial factor. When choosing a neighbourhood,
find out how close it is to the nearest bus line, how long it takes to get to
work, school and other regular destinations, how heavy the traffic is during
the day. Basically, the farther you live from the bus line, subway or other
means of transportation, the more important it gets to be very close and have
easy access to the main junctions and routes. You can get anywhere you want in
little time if you are near a train or
bus.
Crime statistics
Crime statistics of the neighbourhood
make one of the most important factors when considering buying a home. Nothing
is more important than the security and safety of your family. Many people
worry about crime rates when they move into a new place. When driving through
the neighbourhood watch for the signs of vandalism. You can do a quick Google
search for some information about the crime statistics in the neighbourhood you
want. The best way to find out detailed information about the neighbourhood
crime statistics it’s to contact the local police department with all your
questions.
Affordability
The
location is the factor that will definitely play a large role in
calculating the property value. Each neighbourhood has its own set of property
values. This is an important aspect to look into for the location you consider.
Compare the cost of living in our current neighbourhood to that of the new one.
You need to make sure the neighbourhood
has the access to the things you like to do. The amenities a neighbourhood
offers greatly depend on the neighbourhood’s location. Think about what
amenities you can and can’t live without. Think about amenities you would like
to have nearby like grocery stores, coffee shops, pools, health and fitness centres,
shopping malls.