FINDING YOUR HOME
Now that you’ve determined what price range you can afford, and your Rulnick Realty Realtor is ready to show you homes, how do you decide where to buy?
Neighborhood Research
When you buy a home in Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Navarre or Crestview, you get the neighborhood and all that’s in it. Be sure you’ll be happy in your home and neighborhood. Important considerations when researching a neighborhood include proximity to or information about: fire department, police department, shopping, parks / recreation, transportation, freeway access, school location and quality of learning, crime statistics, etc. Much information is available online. The local chamber of commerce, police station, and online resources will have much of this type of information available.
There is no substitute for spending time walking and driving around the neighborhood in Destin, Santa rosa Beach, Navarre or Crestview during different times of day. Pay attention to noise sources and levels (thoroughfare, freeway, airport, park, business, etc.). Talk to your potential neighbors. The more people you talk to the better you’ll understand the community.
Here is a list of resources to start your research:
- City of Destin
- City of Niceville
- City of Fort Walton Beach
- City of Navarre
- City of Crestview
- City of Santa Rosa Beach
- Beaches of South Walton
This short list of important considerations is designed to get you thinking. Your Rulnick Realty Buyer Specialist will help you find the right home for YOU!
