Check to see if their is a bond. If there is/was I think you have annual maintenance fees associated with the property.
You can go to the tax collectors web site and look up the bills for homes in the area you are interested in to see the extra charges that are included with the real estate bill.
This site might help you find a rental. Also explore the surrounding area while you are here.
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