Don’t buy now. Rent for 6 months at a time in different projects, if you don’t mind moving.
Mr B gave some good advice.
Do you need a swimming pool? A gym?
One building I know well is The Grande.
– Superior amenities such secure access and operation of the elevator using a keychain wand.
– Concierge 24/7. You guests are required to sign in and the concierge will announce the visit.
– Next door to the train and trolley station.
– As close as you can get to the bayfront.
– Super location if they close Harbor Drive and build the bayfront park.
– Nice gym and nice pool.
downsides include:
– cheap laminate wood flooring.
– not the best quality cabinets
– northside view will be blocked by Bayside building
– southside view will be blocked by Navy complex redevelopment.
– Can the holiday Inn build higher and block the west ocean view in the future? Probably because the holiday Inn location is best. When the market booms again, the holiday Inn land will be worth a lot.
– noise from the train.
– low ceilings in individual units (not loft style).
– High HOA.
– Tandem vs. side by side parking (not sure if it’s the same for all units).
