Most Important Factors in Choosing a Neighborhood

J0401418 Today's buyers value the quality of a neighborhood above anything else when choosing the community where they want to live, according to a National Association of Realtors report. Convenience to work came in second, followed by the overall affordability of homes. See the complete list below. See Tips for choosing a neighborhood to help you choose the right neighborhood for you.

  • Quality of the neighborhood – 64%
  • Convenient to job – 49%
  • Overall affordability of homes – 44%
  • Convenient to friends/family – 39%
  • Quality of the school district – 25%
  • Convenient to shopping – 25%
  • Design of neighborhood – 24%
  • Convenient to schools – 19%
  • Convenient to entertainment/leisure activities – 19%
  • Convenient to parks/recreational activities – 17%
  • Availability of larger lots or acreage – 15%
  • Convenient to health facilities – 9%
  • Convenient to public transportation – 7%
  • Home in a planned community – 6%
  • Convenient to airport – 6%
  • Green (environmentally friendly) community features – 5%
  • Other – 5%

Sharlene Hensrud, RE/MAX Results - Email - Minneapolis-St. Paul Realtor 

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