The VP homes are only about 1200 sq ft while there are 3BR townhomes between 1400 and 2100 sq ft for less. The bigger ones also tend to be in better elementary school boundaries. We were in the same boat a decade ago and went the townhome and had our first child there. If we were still there it would have been fine. My only regret is not holding onto it when we mved up as it would be cash flow positive by about $1000/month today for us as a rental.

You wouldnt want to live on Lake and I shop mainly at Stater Bros myself. I just cant stand their deli counter which I’m sure you understand.