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Town of Lakewood, NJ
There are many decisions to be made when choosing to purchase a home. It’s a big decision and no one wants to make a terrible mistake that they will have to live with for the next 30 years or so. Of course we all must consider things like getting a property appraisal, the condition of the home, finding a lending facility and working out budgeting issues. Each of these is important but something that must not be forgotten is the location of the home. Before taking those final steps and making the purchase it is advisable to do some research on the neighborhood or region where the home is located. This type of research is not unreasonable since other professionals like Regency Property Appraisers as well as the lender will be considering it when they look at the value of the home and its salability.
A Little about New Jersey
Four New Jersey cities were listed in Money Magazine’s top 100 cities to live in the United States: Franklin, Hamilton, Parsippany-Troy Hills and Wayne. In 2012 New Jersey’s population was almost 9 million people and this has grown over 4.5 percent since 2000. The median cost for purchasing a home in the state is $256,000 and the unemployment rates is slightly above the national average, but recently there has been an 1.7% increase in New Jersey jobs. When compared to the rest of the country, their cost of living is slightly higher but their exceptional schools make up for it. New Jersey schools have a reputation for excellence and the state spends about $5500 per student with student to teacher ratio being only 13.2 students for each teacher.
Lakewood, New Jersey
Another New Jersey town taking front row right now is Lakewood. Just a short time ago it was considered to be the fastest growing town in the state and it is also one of the most diverse communities. Clifton Avenue is the main street in the town and it is lined with unique businesses. Bakeries, eateries and clothing stores are conveniently lined up for shoppers to visit. The town has experienced rapid growth over the last decade and the community continues to expand.
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City has been a popular tourist spot for many years, but it is also a great place to buy a home. There is a wide variety of homes available from the older tree-shaded home to brand new construction and exclusive high rise developments. There are also plenty of selections both suburban and subdivisions which line the white sand beaches. There are very distinct neighborhoods, or districts. Residents enjoy a high quality of life year round with the wide range of historic and cultural attractions along with the various types of shopping and outdoor recreational activities available.
Montclair, New Jersey
This city is a favorite in Essex County. It is situated the perfect distance from New York and many New Yorkers choose Montclair simply for its suburbia. One aspect that is very appealing is the cultural diversity. Within a mile an individual can observe Native American art, view a French film and eat an Ethiopian restaurant. Real estate is reasonably priced and there are many different types of homes from which families can choose. Homes range from condominiums to split-level Colonial or Cape Cod homes. There are also plenty of custom built homes with three to four bedrooms. The New York skyline is in view and Manhattan is only a 45 minute bus ride away. This region of New Jersey is situated in the perfect location to enjoy the best of both states.
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