Neighborhoods
“Buildings don’t move, but neighborhoods change all the time.” ~ Anonymous
I have sold multiple properties recently where the sellers talk of change in their neighborhood. It's not good or bad. It is just change and it happens over time. Maybe the neighborhood kid crew has grown up and a new generation of kids are starting to run around. Maybe it's a new coffee shop that opens up nearby or a new bike path unveiled.
Much like our childhood neighborhoods, the homes don't move but the neighborhood has a different feel today as neighbors come and go. Buyers notice these changes and are typically drawn to a neighborhood because of a change they see as positive - new sidewalks, a thriving shopping center nearby, a new park or an influx of younger homeowners updating older homes.
What are the things you look for in a neighborhood? If you're beginning the house hunt, it's not just important to know what you want in your future home, it's important to know what you want in your future neighborhood too! Make a list of deal breakers and must-haves, along with a list of pros and cons when it comes to the places you're currently looking. This can help you narrow down your search and decide what's most important to you.
There are a few homes for sale on my street right now. In Fred Rogers' words, "Won't you be my neighbor?" I'd be happy to have you!
~ Your Realtor Jill
Jill Stoltzfoos is a realtor in Lancaster, Pa with over 18 years of experience. If you are buying, selling or looking to downsize in the near future, contact Jill today!
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