Best Communities for an Active Lifestyle

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If you like to stay active there are communities that may be perfectly suited to your needs. It’s not just a matter of finding a home near a park. Some communities have amenities that make it so you don’t have to leave your neighborhood to have some fun. What are the best places to live if you are in Brazos Valley and have an active lifestyle?  Here are some things to talk about with your College Station realtor.

HOA amenities

When you are looking for a house it’s good to also look at the neighborhood. A neighborhood with an HOA is likely to have amenities. Here in Central Texas, pools are a nice thing to have because of our long hot summers. Opting with a neighborhood pool means you won’t have to worry about maintenance or hiring someone to take care of your personal pool. An HOA swimming pool is close to home and usually restricted to HOA members. So it’s unlikely to be overcrowded unless someone gets permission for a party. 

Another amenity is fitness centers. While you may have some of your own fitness equipment, an HOA fitness center is likely to have more of what you need. By letting the HOA buy all of the equipment you are avoiding the cost of transforming one of the rooms in your home into a home gym. It’s always nice to have extra room in your home. 

Tennis/Basketball courts are another amenity that your HOA may have. This is especially good for families, you don’t have to go far to find a fun activity for yourself and the kids. 

City amenities

Cities often provide recreation areas. Living near a park is good, but not all parks are the same. Some have trails for jogging and biking and others may have amenities that your HOA doesn’t have. Also, parks can be a good place to be active with your family and pets, particularly dogs. 

Fitness facilities

If you are considering a gym membership, there are gyms all throughout Bryan-College Station. The neighborhood you really love may just be right next to the one you want. There are also places for other physical activities like rock climbing. Let your College Station realtor know what you’re looking for and she can help. 

Rural communities

Outside of the city, you can find a home with lots of land and quiet streets. While jogging in the city is fun, it’s also nice to have room to roam on your own land.  With more land, you can have a pool or install some of your own amenities. The privacy of a home in the country is an added benefit.  Also, the farther you are from the city, the more chances you’ll have to go hiking. Ask your realtor about parks with hiking trails. 

Whatever you’re looking for, make sure you talk to your College Station realtor so you can have help finding the right place for you. She can help you find the amenities you need close to home. Whether it’s HOA amenities, a public park, or fitness centers your realtor knows Brazos Valley better than anyone.

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