If you have children, the local schools and their distance to the neighborhood should play a prominent role in your choice. Just think how disappointed you might feel if you fell in love with a house, but it meant sending your children to a school with terrible ratings.

Crime is another important rating to pay attention to when searching for the right neighborhood. Don’t allow yourself to be fooled by first impressions. Some of the nicest houses actually back up to a not-so-safe neighborhood or street that could compromise your peace of mind and hurt your resale value.

One of the best ways to get some valuable insights into the lifestyle of a community is to talk with the neighbors if at all possible. Ask them questions like “how long have you lived here?”, “what is your favorite thing about living here?”, and “what would you tell someone considering buying a house in this community?”.

Depending on the community that you choose, you may be able to benefit from some fantastic amenities. This is more common in new construction communities and condos. In some of the nicest new construction and condo communities like this one, you can expect to find amenities like a pool, spa, fitness facility, private beaches and boat slips. While these amenities may not be an absolute necessity for everyone, they can add an immense amount of value to the property and your lifestyle.

While nobody likes to think about it, living in Florida does mean having to deal with the occasional tropical storm or hurricane. When Mother Nature does strike, it is always best to find yourself in a new construction condo because the structures themselves are safest, and you face the least amount of risk for loss or property damage.

Life here in the Sunshine State has never been so great!

From the thriving economy to the never-ending list of ways to spend a fun or relaxing day in the sun, it is no wonder why more and more people are flocking to Florida.

If you are ready to grab your own slice of paradise, consider buying a new construction waterfront condo.

Not only are new construction condos one of the safest and healthiest types of housing in Florida, but they also feature the best amenities like pools, spas, fitness centers, private beaches, and dock slips. Amenities like these are what the Florida lifestyle is truly all about!

Port Charlotte is home to Harborside El Jobean Beach & Yacht Club; one of Florida’s newest waterfront condominium and villa communities. You can tour the Harborside condos and villas here.