Santa Fe House Hunting List
It's a given that home buyers - whether they're first time buyers or experienced - want to buy their dream home. And, it's common to become overwhelmed with all the houses in Santa Fe, New Mexico that look like possibilities (price, no. of bedrooms, etc.).
So, to help you narrow your "likes" list from online to the list of properties you tour, take this checklist along when you go house hunting. Put an emphasis on the items that are most important to you. It'll help you put things into perspective and use practical ways to measure the houses you're seeing. By thinking through this list, you can see side-by-side the features of up to three houses. Click here to print this page.
Buying a house is a big deal. I can help you choose a home that's right for you in Santa Fe. Call me, Santa Fe, New Mexico's real estate expert, at 505-473-0223 and I can help you make your way to the home of your dreams.
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| The Area |
| Near Work |
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| Miles Away From Schools |
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| Near Shopping |
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| Highways Nearby |
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| Close to Bus Stops |
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| Near Hospitals |
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| Near Place of Worship |
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| Garbage Collection |
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| Traffic Signs |
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| Kid Friendly |
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| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained |
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| Amount of Traffic |
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| Parks |
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| Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained |
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| All Utilities Available |
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| Neighborhood Restrictions |
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| Miles Away From Airports / Trains |
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| Area Zoned Residential |
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| Near Industry |
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| Proposed Special Assessments |
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| Environmental Concerns / Influences |
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| The Home |
| Year House Built |
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| No. of Floors |
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| Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding |
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| Quality of Roof |
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| Quality of Foundation |
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| Overall Exterior Condition |
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| Multi-Car Garage |
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| No. of Bathrooms |
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| No. of Closets |
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| No. of Bedrooms |
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| Oil, Gas or Electric Heat |
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| Insulation |
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| Central Air Conditioning |
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| Energy-Conservation Features |
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| Age of Heating System |
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| Age of Water Heater |
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| Capacity of Water Heater |
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| Age of Electrical Wiring |
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| Quality of Plumbing Pipes |
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| Estimated Water Bill |
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| Estimated Heating Bill |
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| Estimated Electric Bill |
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| Living Spaces |
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| Fireplace |
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| Separate Dining Room |
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| Family Room |
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| Carpeting - No. of Rooms |
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| Kitchen Eating Area |
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| Refrigerator |
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| Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric) |
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| Garbage Disposal |
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| Dishwasher |
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| Broken / Drafty Windows |
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| Storm Windows / Screens |
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| Washer / Dryer Outlets |
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| Laundry Room |
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| Finished Basement |
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| Attic |
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| Sump Pump / Drainage |
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| Connected to Sewer System |
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| Patio / Deck |
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| Backyard Fence |
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| Curb Appeal |
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| Property Boundaries |
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| Safety (dead bolts, detectors) |
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| Building Code |
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| Compliance |
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| Ability to Renovate / Expand House |
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