Many Toronto area residents dream about building a custom home at some point in the future, and you may have recently decided that now is the ideal time for you to move forward with this dream. You may have been developing a vision of this home in the back of your mind for many years, but you may have not yet considered where you will build it. There are many lovely communities located throughout Toronto, and each can provide you and your family with a different living experience. It can be challenging to narrow down the options and to select the ideal place to build, but these tips can help you to locate the right community for you.
Experience What the Community Offers
Depending on the neighborhood that you choose to live in, you may have convenient access to various amenities. For example, some communities have parks and other amenities for residents to use. They may be close to grocery stores and restaurants. The quality of schools may be better than in other areas. In addition, when you visit the community, you may find that you simply feel more at home than you do in other communities that you have visited. It is wise to visit the community various times and at different hours of the day so that you can develop a well-rounded opinion about what it offers. Remember that you should be able to envision yourself and your family living happily in the community that you select.
Consider the Benefits and Drawbacks of the Location
Each community in the Toronto area that you examine closely will have plenty of benefits as well as a few drawbacks. For example, you may prefer to live in an established community closer to the downtown area so that you can enjoy an easier commute to work every day. However, in this type of community, you may not have access to the retail strip malls that are common in newer suburbs. You may also find that city noises are louder in some of these areas. Nonetheless, you may be minutes away from the hottest cultural spots in the downtown area and from your workplace. You will need to decide which benefits are most important to you and which drawbacks will be deal breakers.
Think About Available Lots
Another important factor that may be easier to overlook when you review communities in Toronto where you can build a custom home is the lot size and availability. All communities have established lot sizes. For example, in Lawrence Park, you will find that the lots are relatively narrow. However, they are very deep and provide residents with the ability to set their house far back from the street for privacy and quiet. Remember that the ideal community to select will also have a lot available for sale. Remember to pay attention to the location of the lot in the neighborhood. Understand what activities take place on neighboring properties, and research future development plans for these properties.
Choosing the ideal neighborhood to build a custom home on is only the first step. At Alair Homes Lawrence Park Toronto, we are ready to work with you on all stages of the design and construction process. Our goal is to create the home of your dreams. Contact us today for a consultation to get started.