[quote=Scarlett]For the same price and square feet,and all else (schools, neighborhood) being equal, would you trade longer, less flexible/convenient commute for a newer (by 10-15 yr+) house?[/quote]
I personally put commute time highest on my priority list. I draw the line at 20 minutes door to door. Rather have older & smaller and shorter commute than bigger/newer but have to to deal w/ longer & less flexible commute.