We have all heard it before…location, location, location. It’s the first, second and third priority when looking for a new home! The ideal home location can increase the value of your home while poor locations potentially decrease the value of your home.
The best locations are those prime spots that take into consideration the following points and we are proud to say that John Newcombe Estate & Country Club aligns itself with these high standards!
- Top-Rated School Districts
Home buyers with children will often pay more for a home that is located in a highly desirable school district. With New Braunfels ISD we have just the schools you are looking for! Reports released Summer 2010 announced that New Braunfels ISD Earns Record Number of Exemplary Campuses and continues to make gains with the Texas Adequate Yearly Performance benchmarks across the district.
- Outdoor Recreation and Nature
Green way for family friendly parks.
Barring any local hazards, homes on the ocean, rivers, lakes or parks will hold their value because of the location. People want to be near water or visually appealing settings. Nestled in the beautiful Texas hill country just north of San Antonio, the John Newcombe Estate and Country Club is one of the most desirable New Braunfels real estate developments. Additionally, New Braunfels surrounding area is home to many famous regional natural attractions such as Guadalupe River, Canyon Lake and The Natural Bridge Caverns. These features lead to opportunities for outdoor recreation and enjoyment of what nature has to offer.
- A View
When it comes time to sell your house, panoramic views will aid in getting top price and a quick sale for your home. However, remember that ‘views’ are relevant to the area… just having a glimpse of the city night lights out the corner of your window may pay off rather than no view at all. Other sought-after views include; oceans, rivers & lakes, mountains, greenbelts, and wide open spaces such as golf courses. The Newcombe Estate is designed to enhance the Texas Hill Country and your life with trails, fishing ponds and large family friendly park areas. The Estate has a variety of hill country lots with views, properties on cul de sacs, cul de loops, and meandering streets.
- Entertainment and Shopping
In many cities, you will find homes that are located within walking distance of movie theaters, restaurants and boutiques are more expensive than those located further outside of town. Many people would rather not drive if they can walk to nightlife. The Country Club at Newcombe Estate is a major social aspect of the development. Not only does it provide fitness, swimming and tennis facilities but also a luxurious spa, Kids Club and Garden Cafe. Outside of the development you will find the historical towns of Greune and New Braunfels. Close by are the outlet malls of San Marcos and the many shopping malls of San Antonio. For your convenience the new 200,000 square foot H.E.B is only 3.8 miles away.
- Conforming Areas
People’s home tend to reflect their values allowing others with similar values to be drawn toward them. It is also best to be the ‘least’ house on a good street than the ‘most’ house on a bad one. So it is typically easier to sell homes surrounded by similar types of properties in age and construction. Newcombe Estate is just getting started and has a strong architectural committee to protect your investment. Whether you are here for the safe gated community environment, the state of the art tennis facilities or the Texas hill country lots, you will find high end houses well maintained in this styled development.
- Economically Stable Neighborhoods
Proven neighborhoods that have withstood the test of time and experienced economic downfalls are more likely to sell. Founded in 1845 by German settlers, New Braunfels is over-flowing with old world heritage and small town charm. According to the US Census Bureau the New Braunfels population as of July 2009 was 55,867, up +53.1% from the 2000 Census. Economic plans and new home building developments such as the Newcombe Estate support such continued growth.
- Near Public Transportation, Health Care and Jobs
No one wants to suffer long commutes to work or traffic problems getting to the doctor’s office or the airport. People prefer homes to be located within easy access to these conveniences. New Braunfels has State-of-the-art medical care with an award-winning hospital and quick access via the I-35 corridor to 2 major airports in San Antonio and Austin. With growth continues employment prospects and opportunities to create your own business. Even the Texas State Government realizes New Braunfels will continue to grow and plans are in the works for a new 120 mile passenger rail service stretching from Georgetown, through New Braunfels, all the way south to southern San Antonio.
The decision of which lot to build on or which home to purchase is a balancing act of all your needs, desires and financial responsibilities. When searching for a new home we all approach home ownership with our unique perspective. What is quaint for you may be a deal breaker for others looking to purchase your home. So even though your budget may not afford a hill top view or a penthouse condo, you will need to consider location pitfalls. Wherever possible avoid:
- Commercial / Industrial areas.
- Railroad Tracks, Freeways or Under Flight Paths.
- Crime Ridden Neighborhoods.
- Economically Depressed Areas.
- Avoid Hazards – Electrical plants, swamps, landfill etc.
I think you will agree that John Newcombe Estate & Country Club measures up well against the high standards most home buyers prefer. The Estate will not only provides a great financial investment by retaining its value but with the Country Club and other amenities, will provide you with an investment in your lifestyle. Come on over and pick out your hill country lot, start building and live the dream…
