Do you dream of moving into an up and coming neighborhood? Our real estate agents are here to help you identify the areas around your town that will soon explode onto the real estate scene.

1. Area Improvements
   Keep your eyes open for areas of town that are undergoing massive improvements, both within the infrastructure and commercial contexts. Local governments and private corporations will begin noticeably investing in the renovation of these areas. New transit lines, which includes roadway improvements, will make the area more accessible for the many residents, visitors and commuter employees that are soon to follow. Old buildings will get a new facelift as businesses move in and turn neglect into opportunity. Keep in mind that the presence of any major corporations and retailers is a great sign as well. These companies spend millions of dollars on market analysis and wouldn't invest in an area that wasn't growing positively.
   
   
2. Remodeled Homes for Sale
   You can tell that a neighborhood is desirable when you begin to see the House For Sale signs popping up. Whether these residences are renovated by their owners or flipped by a contractor, the increase in newly remodeled homes for sale is another great sign of a hot neighborhood. Dig a little deeper and you'll notice that property values are increasing while Days On Market numbers are decreasing.
   
3. The Neighborhood's Identity
   Culture can truly define an area and make it a vibrant and unique destination even in most diverse cities. Be on the lookout for a burgeoning cultural scene that focuses on artists, musicians or cuisine. Many of these creative and talented people are often the first groups to help breathe new life into an older or neglected part of town. Remember that these melting pots don't need to exist as an oasis; in fact, many up and coming neighborhoods are actually becoming trendy because of their hip neighbors a few blocks away.
   
4. Locals are Influencing the Area
   A cultural identity reflecting the values, interests and heritage of those that live in the community is important but there are many other ways that locals influence the area. Retail chains are great additions to a community, however, locally owned shops and restaurants are perhaps more significant to the area's appeal. These venues often cater to the wants, needs — and most importantly, price ranges — that those who work or live in these neighborhoods desire. Another great sign of a hot neighborhood is the presence of community events such as holiday celebrations, festivals and public activities.
   
5. Everyone is Talking About It
   Locals know the area better than anyone else. If you want to know just how much a neighborhood has changed, talk to someone that's lived or worked there for years. They'll give you their opinions born from their own observations. Although you definitely will get a mix of responses, if you speak with enough people, you'll get a sense of the area that you can reasonably trust.

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