Santa Fe, New Mexico House Hunting Checklist
Buying a house in Santa Fe is no simple task. You want to make the best decision. Whether you're a fresh or experienced buyer, this Home Buyers' Checklist lists some of the pertinent factors to think about when choosing a home. Aside from price, you want to be 100% confident that the house plus the neighborhood meet the needs and desires of your family.
So, to help you narrow down your "contender" list from online to the list of houses you actually see, take this checklist along when you go house hunting. Put an emphasis on the items that are most valuable to you. It'll help you put things in line and use realistic ways to measure the houses you're looking at now. By completing this list, you can compare and contrast the attributes of two or three houses. Click here to print this page.
Buying a home is a new experience, but not an easy decision. I can give you home buying tips on choosing the place that's going to be your first home. Call Leyba Real Estate LLC, Santa Fe, New Mexico's real estate expert, at 5054730223 and I can help you make the decision that leads you to the home of your dreams.
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| The Neighborhood |
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| Minutes Away From Schools |
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| Close to Shopping |
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| Miles Away From Interstates |
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| Miles Away From Public Transportation |
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| Minutes Away From Physicians |
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| Near Churches |
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| Garbage Collection |
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| Traffic Warnings |
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| Sidewalks |
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| Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained |
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| Amount of Traffic |
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| Walking / Biking Trails |
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| Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained |
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| Major Appliances Installed |
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| HOA Restrictions |
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| Near 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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| Green-Friendly Neighborhood |
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| The Home |
| Age of Home |
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| No. of Stories |
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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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| Plumbing Quality |
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| Estimated Water Bill |
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| Estimated Heating Bill |
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| Living Spaces |
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| Fireplace |
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| Separate Dining Area |
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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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| Renovated 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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| Landscaping |
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| Property Line |
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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 / Enlarge House |
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