Today’s homebuyers want walkable neighborhoods that offer relaxed access to nearby amenities and a real connection of the community.  60% of respondents favor walkable neighborhoods with a mix of houses, stores and businesses, rather than communities that require driving.  The respondents said they willingly sacrifice home & yard size if it meant living closer to daily destinations, like the kids’ schools, public transportation & work.  This according to a 2013 National Association of Realtors Survey.  When paying for a home you may have to consider not only the price of the home, but the amenities, such as a waterfront home will usually sell for more than an off waterfront.  REALTORS CAN HELP WITH ALL THESE DETAILS so you can make a decision best for you and your pocketbook.