There are plenty of decisions to be made when building a custom home in Camrose. This includes choosing the right neighbourhood. The locations needs to work for your family. Perhaps that means it is close to work or school, or maybe it is a neighbourhood near friends or family. As you work toward making the right choice, there are a few tips that can help. Let’s explore them.
Research The Communities Online
Researching communities in your preferred areas is an important first step. There are many websites that can help, and you might also be able to gather data from your general contractor or a local Realtor. Look for amenities close by, the distance to work or public transportation and at the size of available lots. Other things worth considering are crime rates, the rankings of the school district and how densely populated the area is.
Next, make a list of the communities that meet your needs. If you are a parent of young children, you may be looking for a park with a playground or a top-notch school district. A pet store and veterinary clinic may be at the top of your list if you have pets. You may need to live near a bank or grocery store for running errands.
Visit Each Community On Your List
Now it is time to visit the communities on your list. Designate a few hours or the entire day to each community. Let your children unwind at the nearby playground, or stop by a local restaurant for lunch or dinner. Be sure to check out the other local spots, such as the library, fitness center and school district. Take note of how you feel when you visit each community, and cross the communities that do not feel right off your list.
When you narrow the list to your top three, make a point to visit them again at different times of day. Depending on the hour of day, the feel in a community can change. Also consider things like – How is the traffic during rush hour? Are your possible neighbors noisy at night? Is it safe for children to play outside? You can learn a lot just from visiting the communities during the mornings, evenings and weekends, and the additional visits may cause you to adjust your list again.
Discuss The Possible Locations With Your Family
The final step is to discuss the possible locations with your family. There are multiple people moving into the community, so you want to be sure it works for everyone.
It is important to ask your family what they do and do not like about each community. You may realize the nearby physician does not see children, or the community is too loud for your spouse. You may also find that one community that is perfect for the entire family. Use their feedback to choose the location of your new home.
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