A couple of generations ago, estate communities carried a reputation for being available only to retired, or semi-retired, home owners. The design of these communities was relatively plain, offering beautiful wide-open space but not much else. Today, however, so much more goes into the planning of an estate community - and their innovation and uniqueness can't be beat.
So what makes today’s private estate communities in Calgary so different? Let’s explore…
While land developers break ground on new estate communities in and around Calgary, you may wonder how disconnected they are from the city's established infrastructure. The truth is, you'll be surprised to know the city's newest estate neighbourhoods are very accessible - with commute times to both downtown and the airport even shorter than those closer to the heart of the city.
“Can we build a home on a lot we already own?”
This is a question commonly posed to home builders. Depending on the lot, the home, and the builder, most often it isn’t possible. However, in the case of a custom home, the answer is yes. There are just a few caveats to go with that.
Here are a few things to consider when looking to build a custom home on a lot you already own.
Today’s residential communities can seem pretty boring —all the houses look the same, with hardly any green space front or back. Endless fences seem to divide cookie-cutter lots, giving the impression you’d be just another sardine in a can.
The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way! Estate communities offer so much more. Here are a few distinctive elements unique to estate areas.
Throughout the process of selecting your ideal home in your ideal community, you likely consider the costs of the home, upgrades, location and your lot purchasing options. You may also wonder how lot prices are established. Why is one community or lot more or less costly than another? Read on to discover what factors will ultimately determine your lot price and why.
As you consider buying a new home, you may have several decisions to face. One of the most difficult ones to wrap your mind around is when to sell your current home. Most people rely on using the equity in their existing home to put towards the new one, but getting the timing down can be a headache. For this reason, think carefully about whether you really need to sell your home before you purchase a new one.
