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October 31, 2024 by Marie

3 Tips For Choosing a Neighborhood to Live in

Choosing a new neighborhood is a big step and a choice you should not take lightly. It’s an incredibly important decision, particularly if you have a family to look after. Your neighborhood can significantly influence your overall quality of life, from your social opportunities to your safety.

And while it may seem easy to get sucked into a house based solely on its layout or amenities alone, location is critical. To help you, here are some of the most important things to keep in mind when choosing a new neighborhood to live in.

Know The Crime Rate

It’s important that you know what kind of crime rate exists in a neighborhood you’re considering living in. Look up crime rates in various different neighborhoods and compare them. Get to know whether there’s a police presence and the types of crime that occur in the area.

If it’s a place where serious crime rates occur, then it’s important that you consider whether this will be safe for your long-term future. In addition to studying statistics, you should always go with your gut.

Visit the area yourself and get a feel for whether it feels safe to you. Speak with residents directly and see how they feel. What are people doing in the neighborhood? Are they running? Are there children playing in their yards? If you get the feeling that it’s a safe and family-oriented place based on what you observe, then you should always trust your gut. A sense of security will ensure long-term satisfaction.

Assess Proximity

Your neighborhood’s proximity to important places is a critical part of enjoying your new home. How far is it away from your work, or your child’s school? Is the grocery store within walking distance? How about your family? How far will you have to drive to be able to see the people that you love most? The distance from your new home to the places you frequent should always come into play when choosing where you want to live.

Even though a few minute’s drive may not seem like that big of a deal, you may find that it’s actually quite frustrating and you may end up being very inconvenienced to drive an even further distance for something that was quite close to your prior home.

Consider Your Priorities

At the end of the day, not every neighborhood is perfect. You’ll need to weigh out the pros and cons before making your final choice. Decide what’s important to you, and decide what your non-negotiables are. Perhaps commuting is out of the question to you, however, it may not be that big of a deal to you if you don’t have a gym nearby. Narrow down what’s important to you, and this will help serve as a guide for making your final choice.

About Marie

One and Co is owned by Maria Smith. She is an interior designer with a love for DIY, budgeting and everything home-related. You don't have to be a professional to have an awesomely designed home.

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