Hi guys...I've been a lurker on the boards for a couple months now, and love the community. It's good to see a bunch of people just looking to help each other out, that are still looking to benefit their respective areas. That being said, this is my first post, and I'm hoping some of you have some insight.
Currently, I'm a 25 year old, that lives on Lake Ave (near West Blvd) in a 1 BR apt. The apartment is nice, but some of the other tenants aren't exactly what I'd like to live with. The building manager is very nice/helpful, but her description of the clientele as "mostly professional" was a tad misleading.
I work downtown, 9-5...all that good stuff. Anyways, my lease is up in March and I'm looking to move. I'd like to buy something, albeit a house or condo. However, I'm concerned about the ability to sell in a few years when I'm ready to 'settle' a la family responsibilities, so resale is a big thing. But, I want it to be a place that I'm proud to own as is...not something that "needs work" aside from customization.
Working downtown, I don't want to move any further away then where I am, but realize that that may be squeezing my options a bit. I love the aesthetics of the current Stonebridge condos, but haven't heard much about them in terms of likes/dislikes. The girlfriend, who will be moving in (most likely) is concerned about the $/sq. ft. However, if everyhing works out for the city, I think it could be a great investment. I know that a lot of people on these boards love Ohio City. Any suggestions in terms of condos/townhomes there?
Much appreciated all...Thank you in advance
(Edit: Also, not a huge fan of the Eastside, due to travel to and from the Westside (family))