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Purchasers Advice Selecting New Community

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What are the three most important criteria in choosing a property?  As any real estate broker will tell you, "Location, location, location."  Because you're buying into a community and not just a home, your choice is critical to both the home's future investment potential and to its livability.

Defining a community
A community corresponds roughly to a town. One community will differ from another on the basis of:

  1. Geographical setting
  2. Price and style of homes
  3. Accessibility
  4. Population density
  5. Age
  6. Desirability

It's wise to narrow your initial selection to two or three communities. Examine your present surroundings; specify those features you hope to keep or change in your new community.

Services

Never underestimate the importance of essential services. Water, natural gas, police and fire protection, sewer systems, garbage collection and snow removal all affect the livability of an area. Also, look into:

  1. Recreational facilities - Public swimming facilities, tennis courts, golf courses or racquetball courts.
  2. Medical services - Hospitals, physicians, dentists or special needs.
  3. Cultural facilities - Nearby colleges, adult education courses, concert facilities or museums.
  4. Newcomer's club - A club to help you socially acclimate to your new community.

Schools

If you have children, the quality of education available in a community is an important consideration. Schools vary from one community to the next, so it's a good idea to visit the schools, speak to the principals and find out about:

  1. Academic standing
  2. Class size
  3. Special programs
  4. Extracurricular activities
  5. Sports programs
  6. Community support of education

Convenience
You'll also want to consider:

  1. Commuting distance and time to work.
  2. The area's conveniences or isolation. Drive around to find out what is or isn't within reasonable distance.

Taxes

Property taxes - Property taxes are established by the local government on an annual basis. These funds are used to run your town, county or city. The largest portion of this usually goes toward education.
Resale homes - In many areas, property taxes may be raised or the property reappraised when a house is resold. Check the local custom and determine what the cost to you will be.
New homes - The taxes quoted by the builder may be on undeveloped land, or they may be a "guesstimate" of the tax bill. Check to determine the actual costs.
Localities - As a general rule, suburban and rural communities have lower taxes than large cities, but may not provide the same services. All those facilities and services cost money. After your mortgage payment, your tax bill is likely to be your biggest home ownership cost. Find out:

  1. What your tax bill will be and what it includes.
  2. If real estate assessments and taxes are recalculated at time of resale.
  3. The potential for any special assessments, such as new sewers or water lines.
  4. That portion (if any) of real estate taxes earmarked for public education.
  5. If your taxes are expected to increase because the town is growing quickly.

Financial considerations - Consider value received against costs incurred..

  1. Taxes may be comparatively low in a particular town, but will this adversely affect public services such as education, police protection or snow removal?
  2. Will extra assessments and levies directly benefit you?
  3. Are there indications of steadily increasing property values?
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1 Photos 214 Sorrel Tree Drive Columbia, SC 29223

214 Sorrel Tree Drive
Columbia, SC 29223
Allans Mill
Residential

BRMLS# 515156 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2152 Sqft

This charming Moultrie 4 Bedroom 2 1/2 Bath Essex built home is ready for you to create memories. The kitchen opens up to the family room and dinin... 

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$189,500
Provided courtesy of Brave Realty LLC
36 Photos 6812 Pine Tree Circle Columbia, SC 29206-1703

6812 Pine Tree Circle
Columbia, SC 29206-1703
Arcadia Lakes
Residential

BRMLS# 514854 / Active
4 br, 3 ba, 2956 Sqft

Come look at your Beautiful Renovated Brick Family home with Four Bedrooms, Three full Remodeled Bathrooms in 2006 and a Fantastic Water view from ... 

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$484,900
Provided courtesy of ERA Wilder Realty
35 Photos 209 Frasier Bay Road Columbia, SC 29229

209 Frasier Bay Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashley Place
Residential

BRMLS# 512730 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2710 Sqft

This home certainly checks all of the boxes. This all brick 4 bedroom home as a fully finished bonus room with a closet that could be 5th bedroom.... 

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$319,000
Provided courtesy of NextHome Specialists
30 Photos 217 Ashley Crest Drive Columbia, SC 29229

217 Ashley Crest Drive
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashley Ridge
Residential

BRMLS# 515144 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1956 Sqft

Do not miss your opportunity to see this beautiful well-maintained home on a corner lot! The exterior of the home features beautiful custom landsca... 

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$225,000
Provided courtesy of Keller Williams Palmetto
1 Photos 103 Long Needle Road Columbia, SC 29229

103 Long Needle Road
Columbia, SC 29229
Ashley Ridge
Residential

BRMLS# 515088 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2116 Sqft

Move-in ready four bedroom home in Northeast Columbia. The bonus room has a closet and is the fourth bedroom. Master bedroom and laundry on the mai... 

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$229,000
Provided courtesy of Brand Name Real Estate
27 Photos 2808 Saint Ives Rd Columbia, SC 29223-2159

2808 Saint Ives Rd
Columbia, SC 29223-2159
Briarwood
Residential

BRMLS# 509974 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 2296 Sqft

Newly renovated house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2-car garage on a corner lot in the Briarwood subdivision. This house has hardwood floors throu... 

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$199,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
36 Photos 9837 Windsor Lake Boulevard Columbia, SC 29223-2052

9837 Windsor Lake Boulevard
Columbia, SC 29223-2052
Briarwood
Residential

BRMLS# 510266 / Active
4 br, 3 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2783 Sqft

BACK ON THE MARKET NO FAULT OF SELLER This beautiful stately-looking home with tall columns and majestic tiled porch, enter into a vintage style ho... 

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$230,000
Provided courtesy of eXp Realty LLC
16 Photos 4443 Bethel Church Road Columbia, SC 29206

4443 Bethel Church Road
Columbia, SC 29206
Brickyard Village
Residential

MLS# 510229 / Active
4 br, 3 ba, 1850 Sqft

CURRENT TENANTS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED AND WILL VACATE THE PROPERTY BY FEB 10, 2021. 24 HR NOTICE UNTIL FEB 11, 2021. PROPERTY WILL BE PAINTED AND CAR... 

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$70,000
Provided courtesy of EXIT Real Est Consultants
15 Photos 4443 Bethel Church Road Columbia, SC 29206

4443 Bethel Church Road
Columbia, SC 29206
Brickyard Village
Residential

BRMLS# 511876 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1600 Sqft

Spacious 3 BR, 2.5 bath condo in Brickyard Village condominiums just 10 minutes from downtown Columbia. This condo features a wood burning fireplac... 

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$54,900
Reduced -$5,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
13 Photos 4443 Bethel Church Road Columbia, SC 29206

4443 Bethel Church Road
Columbia, SC 29206
Brickyard Village
Residential

BRMLS# 512354 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1678 Sqft

This lovely 3BR ,2.5BA three story condominium in the heart of Forest Acres is a must see! Just minutes from shopping, Ft. Jackson, and downtown Co... 

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$69,500
Reduced -$5,500
Provided courtesy of United Real Estate SC
23 Photos 1850 Atlantic Drive Columbia, SC 29210

1850 Atlantic Drive
Columbia, SC 29210
Broad River Township
Residential

BRMLS# 514828 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1589 Sqft

Have you been looking for a recently renovated condo on the banks of the beautiful Broad River? Your search has ended with this gorgeous 3 bedroom,... 

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$125,000
Provided courtesy of Keller Williams Cooley Group
27 Photos 111 Holstein Lane Columbia, SC 29209-5089

111 Holstein Lane
Columbia, SC 29209-5089
Burnside Farms
Residential

BRMLS# 515162 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 2190 Sqft

Stunning home in the fantastic Burnside Farms neighborhood. Large chef's kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steell appliances, g... 

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$220,000
Provided courtesy of RE/MAX Home Team Realty LLC
33 Photos 128 Beth Hope Lane Columbia, SC 29210

128 Beth Hope Lane
Columbia, SC 29210
Bush Gardens
Residential

BRMLS# 514781 / Active
5 br, 2 ba, 2 Half Bath, 3951 Sqft

Beautiful 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath home with 80' of water front on lake. 2 upper and lower rear decks. Movie theatre in the basement. Loaded with many... 

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$475,000
Provided courtesy of Metro Realty Group LLC
8 Photos 236 W Miriam Avenue Columbia, SC 29203

236 W Miriam Avenue
Columbia, SC 29203
Byrneswood
Residential

BRMLS# 514060 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1170 Sqft

Renovated downtown home, ready for a first time homebuyer. New carpet, flooring, paint and appliances. Kitchen and baths also updated with granite.... 

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$127,000
Provided courtesy of Resource Realty Group
15 Photos 149 Glenshannon Drive Columbia, SC 29223-5460

149 Glenshannon Drive
Columbia, SC 29223-5460
Candlewood
Residential

BRMLS# 514886 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1372 Sqft

This 3 bedroom 2 bath brick home is being sold AS IS. 

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$125,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
33 Photos 208 N Chateau Drive Columbia, SC 29223-5444

208 N Chateau Drive
Columbia, SC 29223-5444
Candlewood
Residential

BRMLS# 515252 / Active
4 br, 2 ba, 1488 Sqft

Beautiful 4 Bedroom 2 Full Bath Home with office. Tile Flooring in Kitchen and Baths, New Carpet in the 3 Front Bedrooms and Wood Flooring in Livin... 

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$172,500
Provided courtesy of Your Midlands Real Estate Services LLC
11 Photos 1431 Elmtree Road Columbia, SC 29209

1431 Elmtree Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Capital View
Residential

BRMLS# 514825 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1852 Sqft

Back On The Market! Beautiful brick front home on large private lot. Large kitchen with appliances, huge family room, plenty of storage, separate l... 

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$155,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
1 Photos 408 Wimbledon Court Columbia, SC 29210

408 Wimbledon Court
Columbia, SC 29210
Carnaby Square
Residential

BRMLS# 512952 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1 Half Bath, 1400 Sqft

Great investment opportunity. Unique chance to own one of the largest condos in this community. 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. Master Bedroom has a pr... 

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$58,000
Provided courtesy of United Real Estate SC
3 Photos 900 S Stadium Road Columbia, SC 29201

900 S Stadium Road
Columbia, SC 29201
Carolina Walk
Residential

BRMLS# 496095 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1434 Sqft

Ground Floor Grand Manor 3 Bedroom 2 Bath at Carolina Walk. North tower unit with direct access to Williams-Brice Stadium. Two huge gated outdo... 

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$300,000
Provided courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
12 Photos 701 Seton Road Columbia, SC 29212

701 Seton Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Challedon
Residential

BRMLS# 512796 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1215 Sqft

Investors delight! Great diamond in the rough waiting for you to make it shine. Brick ranch on corner lot, deck, fenced in rear. 

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$96,900
Provided courtesy of Century 21 Vanguard
36 Photos 348 Valcour Road Columbia, SC 29212

348 Valcour Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Challedon
Residential

BRMLS# 514954 / Active
3 br, 2 ba, 1589 Sqft

Wow! Rare opportunity to own this beautifully maintained one owner home. Magnificently landscaped fenced yard with patio for all your entertaining... 

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$159,900
Provided courtesy of The Gilfillan Group RE

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