[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Pairadocs

THE BEST advice on here, hope you take it. I might add, IF at all financially possible, when you narrow it down, rent for a time in that area. Had friends who bought thinking the railroad tracks along 301 were so far from the nearest village it would not be a consideration, only to find this particular route has MANY trains, literally 80 to 100 cars, several engines, and they come all night long, 2 a.m., 3 a.m.. Had another friend who had no idea being near the high school on 466 would be an annoyance to her. Now she has had to live with marching band practice heard for blocks, game loud speakers for some sport every season, and worst of all, high power stadium lights constantly shining on her lanai making it impossible to enjoy most evenings. Do not buy a villa directly behind a high school or athletic field, but also keep in mind, most places ARE going to be "near something"....LOL... homes near tennis and pickle-ball courts begin action as early as 7 a.m. it does not stop until dark, so just consider what you can't tolerate and proceed with caution knowing you can't find a "perfect" place... as that would probably mean (LOL) you would be unhappy being to far from anything ! Do the best you can, but renting in your final selection is the very best IF you can afford to do so before you make that final selection !

Very good advise. Too many people move here without carefully considering what they will be near and how it will affect their lives