Are you thinking of buying a home and choosing a property on a golf course? Owning a home on a golf course comes with many benefits including financial gains, community involvement, and of course a short commute to your tee time.
Here are some benefits of owning a home on a golf course.
Higher resale and appreciation
Because of the laws of supply and demand, the number of homes located on golf courses are limited, which drives the demand and prices up. These can properties also benefit from higher than average appreciation values compared to the surrounding area. Many people who can afford it love looking out the window or going to the backyard to enjoy the view of the tranquil fairway at any time of the day.
Homes on golf clubs obviously have better resale values because of the limited supply and higher demand. In times of economic hardship, the market tends to stabilize better than other single-family homes. Even though homes are typically more expensive on golf courses, buyers in the market tend to purchase them with cash, eliminating any doubts of not being able to qualify for a mortgage.
Resort style living
Imagine waking up everyday to an amazing environment as if you’re living in a resort hotel, but it’s your own home. You don’t have to check out, live out of a suitcase or travel anywhere. There’s something to a relaxed vacation-like atmosphere when you live in a home at a golf club.
If you have a membership at the club, you can enjoy playing golf year-round, take advantage of all the amenities the club has to offer, and get involved with community events to network with other people and make new golf-buddies.
Enhanced security and privacy
Many country clubs have higher security standards being gated and having 24/7 on-patrol guards. Some gates are guarded so owners have to call in to add guests to the list before letting them in.
Home and typically more spread apart from one another in the neighborhood, adding more privacy both inside and outside. Depending on the geographical landscape, trees can provide shade and even more privacy between homes.
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