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Loudoun County Townhouse Buyers Checklist
While you are out looking for you new home, be sure to take this helpful checklist with you. Please be sure to write down what you see, and ask your Realtor about anything you are not sure about.
1. What is the visible condition of the property?
If the exterior is in poor condition this may mean that there are problems inside.
2. Is the townhouse in need of any major repairs or replacements?
Major repairs, such as a new roof can be costly. If you decide to make an offer then you should consider the cost of a new roof in your offer.
3. How old are the mechanical systems?
Replacing an older system is also expensive consider the cost of this when making your offer.
Air Conditioning ____Years
Electrical ____Years
Plumbing ____Years
Heating ____Years
4. Has the townhouse been well maintained?
Ask the sellers if they have kept any maintenance records?
5. Where is the townhouse located on the block?
Corner lots are larger, but they are more exposed to traffic and more noise.
6. How is the townhouse sited on the lot?
Be sure the area around the house is graded properly to provide good drainage.
7. Are there any unique architectural features?
Front porches, gables or other details add value to the property.
8. Are there unique landscaping features?
Mature trees, shrubbery and perennials add value to the property.
9. What is the condition of the townhomes on either side and across the street?
If your neighbor’s properties are run-down, they may affect your resale value.
10. What is the neighborhood like?
Look to see if the neighbors have pride of ownership in their townhomes.
11. How close is it to shopping and schools?
Being close to places like these can also add value to the townhome.
12. Are there community amenities nearby?
Parks or recreation centers can add value to the property
13. How long has the townhouse been on the market?
If the home has been for sale for an extended period of time this may mean that there is a problem with the townhouse or the neighborhood.
14. Why does the seller want to sell?
Find out the reason for the move. Make sure that it isn't because of problems with the townhouse or in the neighborhood.
1. What is the visible condition of the property?
If the exterior is in poor condition this may mean that there are problems inside.
2. Is the townhouse in need of any major repairs or replacements?
Major repairs, such as a new roof can be costly. If you decide to make an offer then you should consider the cost of a new roof in your offer.
3. How old are the mechanical systems?
Replacing an older system is also expensive consider the cost of this when making your offer.
Air Conditioning ____Years
Electrical ____Years
Plumbing ____Years
Heating ____Years
4. Has the townhouse been well maintained?
Ask the sellers if they have kept any maintenance records?
5. Where is the townhouse located on the block?
Corner lots are larger, but they are more exposed to traffic and more noise.
6. How is the townhouse sited on the lot?
Be sure the area around the house is graded properly to provide good drainage.
7. Are there any unique architectural features?
Front porches, gables or other details add value to the property.
8. Are there unique landscaping features?
Mature trees, shrubbery and perennials add value to the property.
9. What is the condition of the townhomes on either side and across the street?
If your neighbor’s properties are run-down, they may affect your resale value.
10. What is the neighborhood like?
Look to see if the neighbors have pride of ownership in their townhomes.
11. How close is it to shopping and schools?
Being close to places like these can also add value to the townhome.
12. Are there community amenities nearby?
Parks or recreation centers can add value to the property
13. How long has the townhouse been on the market?
If the home has been for sale for an extended period of time this may mean that there is a problem with the townhouse or the neighborhood.
14. Why does the seller want to sell?
Find out the reason for the move. Make sure that it isn't because of problems with the townhouse or in the neighborhood.