Here's the problem. I can pretty much talk myself into anything. When looking for a home, one you will spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on, its not such a great thing. I like this one...A LOT.
Type: Cottage
Hood: Pleasant Hill
BR/BA: 3/2
Hood: Pleasant Hill
BR/BA: 3/2
(+): Brand new construction. Walking distance to the BART and to the new downtown Pleasant Hill. Large yard. Really great price.
(-): Pleasant Hill (= far, really far), corner unit, backyard is up against a busy, busy offramp
Look at this yard! It's gorgeous! And the brick front is charming!
The living area is a good size. I'd definitely pull up that new carpet and put in some hardwood floors. Check out the recessed lighting! And the fireplace!
Brand new kitchen. The appliances aren't stainless (bummer), but plenty of cabinet space! (and outlets!) And pretty counter tops!
Look at the gorgeous picture window in the bedroom! Plus there are 3 bedrooms (though 1 is definitely only an office space)...perfect for when my family comes to visit.
And, herein lies the problem. See where I am today (red star)? Love the city. LOVE IT! See where this place is? 45 minutes away? But BART! And more house for my buck! And...and...
Ack. It's hard. I don't want to move too quickly. I can afford to take my time and look. But this one is SUCH a great price and in such a nice 'burb. And a girl can't live in the city forever, can she? (at least not if she wants to buy anything substantial!)
So much to think about. More open houses on Sunday...
2 comments:
your map makes it look like your new place is in an entirely different country! ha!
That stinks about the location, because it definitely is a cute place. However, commuting is my tenth circle of hell, so I would avoid it at all costs.
Let us know what else you find!
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