If you’ve got your financial house in order and have pre-qualified for a loan, you’re probably itching to start house hunting. Before you start scheduling viewings of Palm Springs real estate and trying to find the perfect house, your next step should be scouting out the neighborhoods you’re interested in.
Whether you’re interested in real estate in La Quinta or properties in Indio, the neighborhood where you live will have great impact on your life. It will affect your commute, the schools that your children attend, your proximity to dining and shopping options, access to recreational activities and whether or not your children can play safely outdoors, among other aspects.
One of the easiest ways to ensure that you’re looking at the right neighborhoods when you’re viewing listings of Palm Springs homes for sale is to work with a realtor that has local expertise. They will know which areas are safest and most convenient, and may already have some ideas for you when it comes to available listings.
Once you get some suggestions from your realtor, get in your car and explore the neighborhoods they recommend. Assess the general appearance of the residences in the area—are they nicely landscaped and maintained? Do you see children playing? Is there a park or playground nearby? If you’re single or one half of a new couple, does there seem to be others in the same age range living there? On the other end of the spectrum, are you looking for a place to retire? You may already be certain that you’re interested in real estate in La Quinta or Palm Desert, for example, but a real estate professional will be able to give you deeper insight about the strengths and weaknesses of the specific areas you’re interested in, and can provide information about property values and the community’s overall health.
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