Pinellas Park House Hunting: Things to Look For

Buying a home in Pinellas Park, Florida is no easy task. You want to make the best decision. Whether you're a new or experienced buyer, this Home Buyers' Checklist lists many of the impact elements to think about when deciding on a house. Aside from cost, you want to be 100% confident that the house and the neighborhood surpass the needs and desires of your family.

So, to help you prioritize your "good enough" list from online to the list of houses you actually see, take this checklist along when you go shopping for your house. Make note of the items that are most important to you. It'll help you put a home's attributes into perspective and use sound ways to measure the homes you're picking out. Keeping this list handy, you can compare and contrast the attributes of two or three homes. Click here to print this page.

Home Buyer Checklist	1	2	3
Home Address
Asking Price	$	$	$
Real Estate Taxes	$	$	$
The Community
Near Work
Near Schools
Miles Away From Stores / Restaurants
Expressways Nearby
Close to Bus Stops
Close to Physicians
Close to Place of Worship
Garbage Collection
Traffic Warnings
Bike Friendly
Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained
Type of Traffic
Parks
Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained
All Utilities Available
Neighborhood Restrictions
Minutes Away From Airports / Trains
Area Zoned Residential
Near Industry
Proposed Special Assessments
Green-Friendly Neighborhood
The Home
Year Home Built
No. of Floors
Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding
Roof Appearance
Quality of Foundation
Overall Exterior Condition
Garage Size
No. of Bathrooms
No. of Closets
No. of Bedrooms
Oil, Gas or Electric Heat
Insulation
Central Air Conditioning
Energy-Conservation Features
Age of Heating System
Age of Water Heater
Capacity of Water Heater
Age of Electrical Wiring
Quality of Plumbing Pipes
Estimated Water Bill	$	$	$
Estimated Heating Bill	$	$	$
Estimated Electric Bill	$	$	$
Living Areas
Fireplace
Separate Dining Room
Family Room
Carpeting - No. of Rooms
Eat-In Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric)
Garbage Disposal
Dishwasher
Broken / Drafty Windows
Storm Windows / Screens
Washer / Dryer Outlets
Laundry Area
Converted Basement
Attic
Sump Pump / Drainage
Connected to Sewer System
Patio / Deck
Backyard Fence
Landscaping
Property Line
Safety (dead bolts, detectors)
Building Code
Compliance
Ability to Renovate / Enlarge Home