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Lot Size8,712 sqft
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Home Size2,100 sqft
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Beds5 Beds
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Baths3 Baths
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Year Built1995
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Days on Market6
Home buying, Know What You Want a Community to Offer
- Linda Moore, Real Estate Tips
- Coldwell banker Encinitas, Encinitas Home, encinitas home for sale, Encinitas real estate agent, encinitas realtor, homes for sale in encinitas, linda moore blog, Linda Moore with Coldwell Banker, real estate agent in encinitas, Southern California
- August 14, 2015
When approaching home buying you not only want to consider the home and neighborhood, you also want to think about the broader community. The community is often as important as the home you are living in. Some communities are more involved than others. It’s good to know what you want a community to offer prior to buying a home.
Safety
The most important feature a community should have is safety. You want a community with little crime and an active police force. The comfort and peace of mind this provides is needed for your daily lives.
One way to learn about the safety of a community is by using a search engine. Simply type in the name of the town and crime as your keywords to finds lists of crime data. This will help you determine whether a certain town is right for you.
Arts and Entertainment
Many people love the arts as well as entertainment. Certain communities provide great opportunities throughout the year, especially in summer and fall, for citizens to see local art and entertainment. This allows people to let loose and enjoy their community more richly.
Encinitas, California provides many opportunities like these. For instance this last July was the iPalpiti Festival. It was a series of orchestral and soloist performances. This festival saw its 18th year in Encinitas, held at the public library. If you like live music, Encinitas is a great place to live.
Education
For growing families, education is an important facet of a community. Schools are what help shape children’s minds to push them towards their success in adulthood. It is important to research the type of school districts a community has.
Beyond K through 12, you may also want to consider education post high school. What types of colleges are nearby? This is important for not only your children, but you if you are considering any continuing education courses.
If you are looking for a great community, Encinitas, California provides one for you. As mentioned, there are always things to do from local farmer’s markets to concert series. These are a great way to enjoy Encinitas’ community.
I am available to those who are looking to buy a home in Encinitas. Contact me by phone or email and we will be able to discuss the type of home you are looking to buy. I look forward to helping your find the home you desire in Encinitas.
