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A Condo or a House? A Few Things to Consider
Animals:
While you may love the views from your new downtown condo, little Rover might be happier with a yard full of sticks. Check for a common area or a nearby park.
Noise:
Though you may think you sound great on the bongo drums at 4 a.m., your neighbors might beg to differ. If you have a house, your yard can be a buffer zone for noise. If you have a condo, be prepared for some angry late night knocks on the door.
Size:
While you may want a cozy place now with a great view of the city, remember you’ll never be able to add on or expand with a condo. A house, on the other hand, can grow along with you and your family.
Proximity:
Most condos are centrally located. This means you get access to all things downtown: buildings, shops, restaurants, theaters, etc. This also means you get access to ALL things downtown: noise, traffic, crowds, construction, etc.
Maintenance:
With a condo, you don’t have to do home repairs—painting, fixing the roof, mowing the lawn, cleaning the pool—but instead you get to pay sometimes exorbitant HOA fees. Make sure the extra monthly expense you spend on maintenance is worth for you.
