June 15, 2019 by Myke Leatham

There are so many things to consider when looking to buy a new home – how big of a home are you looking for, how much are you willing to spend, how much can you afford to spend, do you want a fixer upper or a move-in ready home, where exactly do you want your new home to be located, how many bedrooms and bathrooms do you want or need, etc.? The list of questions goes on and on, and we cover many of these questions and topics on our blog where we provide insight and guidance to first time home buyers as well as experienced buyers and sellers who are looking for additional information. Here we’d like to discuss the best way to pick where you want your new home to be located. In College Station and Bryan, TX you have the freedom to choose from a wide range of neighborhoods, communities and locations where you can find prime real estate – whether you’re looking to invest or own. If you prefer seclusion and privacy away from the hustle and bustle of city living there are numerous communities located in the luscious greenery and mountains, if you are interested in lakeside living we can help you find beautiful luxury waterfront properties, and if you looking for stunning golf course homes for sale we’d be happy to show you what’s currently available.

There are various pros and cons to living by the water, on a golf course, in the mountains, in the suburbs or in the city. Ultimately your decision will come down to what your interests are, your budget, your personality and the type of lifestyle you are looking to enjoy in your new home. In this post we’re going to discuss the pros and cons of golf course homes for sale in College Station and Bryan, TX and share some insight on what it’s like to live on a golf course!

If you are an avid golfer, you have surely thought about how incredible it would be to wake up early on a bright weekend morning, enjoy a cup of coffee on your patio overlooking a perfectly manicured fairway before you jump into your own golf cart on your driveway and head down to your first tee. This can actually be your reality if you live in a golf course community! You won’t have to fight traffic to make sure you don’t miss your tee time, if you forget any equipment you can quickly drive back to your house to pick it up and if you get tired halfway through a round of golf you can just pack up and head home without feeling like you wasted a day at the course. You can just pick back up the following day or weekend.

There are so many wonderful advantages to living on a golf course or in a golf course community – from high property values, luxury community amenities, top notch golf right at your fingertips and so much more. There are however also some downsides to living on a golf course, as there is with anything. When you live on a golf course you are subject to certain cons like stray golf balls crashing through your window from inexperienced players. Here are a couple of pros and cons to consider when looking for golf course homes for sale in College Station or Bryan, TX.

Quality of Life

Living in a golf course community comes with some pretty distinct advantages like low levels of criminal activity, stable property values, proximity to fine dining and entertainment and more. One of the top benefits to consider is the higher level of property value, quality of the home and the high demand for this type of real estate. Golf course homes for sale typically feature beautiful architecture, fine finishes, luxury amenities and the most incredible sprawling views of the perfectly maintained grounds. Some homes may have views of luscious trees, lakes, fountains and other specific locations around and near the golf course that are preferable and available at a premium price. When living on a golf course you can enjoy the prestige of living in an upscale development where the quality of life is superb, and the golf is next to none.

Unlimited Golf

This is probably obvious but living in a golf course community gives you up close access to unlimited golf and any related activities and amenities. For an avid golfer living on or near a golf course means that you can play as little or as much golf as you want, and you can also invite your friends for weekend golf games whenever you would like.

Privacy

If you are living in or near a golf course, it does mean that you don’t have to deal with looking straight into a neighbor’s unkempt backyard and you can enjoy more privacy than you would in a traditional community. However, depending on where on the fairway your home is located, you may have to deal with stray balls in your backyard, or even going through your window every now and then. The downside of this is that most golf communities don’t offer much to homeowners for broken windows or trespassing from golfers looking for their stray balls. One way to avoid this is to consider the location of the home along the fairway.

Life on a golf course means you can also enjoy quiet mornings free from traffic noises, honking cars, alarms and other city sounds. On the other hand, you may hear lawn mowers cleaning up the course in the morning, golf carts passing throughout the day and some colorful language from players as they perfect their game. This can also be prevented before you buy by working with a good home inspector who will watch for these kinds of issues and let you know.

Things to Take into Consideration

While life on a golf course may seem like idyllic perfection to some, there are definitely some downsides and cons to take into consideration before making the decision to buy a golf course home. Any home that is built on a golf course is subject to some wayward shots, whether it’s a player practicing a shot or completely missing a hole. This means that your property may be littered with golf balls, or a shot may make it through your bedroom window at any moment. It also means that players may try to come onto your property looking for a stray ball.

While the landscaping and expansive views of the fairway are one of the best parts about living on a golf course, it also means that there will be exposure to certain chemicals and pesticides that are necessary for maintaining the land. A golf course requires more grooming than just watering and mowing. Golf courses utilize weed killers, fertilizer and pesticides that are applied on a regular basis to keep the grounds beautiful and to keep certain bugs and insects away.

Most golf courses are also part of an HOA (Homeowners Association), whether you consider this a pro, or a con is up to you. HOAs put specific guidelines and regulations in place to ensure that the community meets certain standards. While most residents find an HOA to be helpful, there are some people who may feel that these rules take away certain freedoms when it comes to landscaping, painting and other additions they may want to make to their properties. If you are not sure if this is something that you would like, make sure to read any fine print ahead of time and make sure that you will be ok with following the rules, as well as paying the monthly or annual HOA dues

As it is with any real estate purchase, buying a golf course home for sale comes with various risks and rewards. Golf course homes have obvious pitfalls, but the benefits far outweigh any negative drawbacks, especially if you consider yourself to be an avid golfer. The golf course homes for sale in College Station and Bryan, TX are part of master planned communities that offer a multitude of other amenities like biking and walking trails, tennis facilities, spas, swimming pools and state of the art fitness studios.

If you are ready to look for a stunning golf course home for sale in the Bryan College Station, TX area, then please connect with our team today so we can help you find the home of your dreams. There are many steps to take throughout the real estate process, and we’re here to make sure that your transaction runs smoothly from start to finish. We also pride ourselves on maintaining our relationships with our clients and providing excellent service after the sale because homeownership is an ongoing process and we’re happy to offer referrals and assistance whenever and wherever necessary. We look forward to hearing from you soon and helping you find the perfect golf course home, lakefront property or luxury residence for you and your family, we are here to help with all of your real estate needs!

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About Myke Leatham

I’m so glad you found me – your College Station and Bryan, TX real estate source! When you choose to buy or sell a home in College Station/Bryan, TX or other surrounding areas using our expert services, you will receive a free consultation to determine your needs, free listings, and free reports sent to you by email. These weekly reports will show you how hard the members of my team are working to accomplish your property goals, and we guarantee the best service and consultation you have ever experienced. You’ll find the best community information for the College Station, Texas region right here.

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Experience Counts: Broker/Owner of Brazos County Realty
Over 25 years of sales experience. With past ABR, GRI, CRS, & Epro designations.
Continuing education in real estate: Education is paramount in an ever changing industry like Real Estate. Myke has taken over 1000 hours of real estate specific courses which include but are not limited to: Residential Appraisal, Marketing, Law Contracts I & II, Finance, Residential Inspections, Principles and Practice, Law of Agency, Code of Ethics, Bankruptcy/Easements/Surveys/and Probate, Home Warranties, 1031 Exchanges and hundreds of hours of extensive real estate training.

Reputation: SALES LEADER since 1998; Top Producer 2000 through 2009. Listed among the top agents in the county. Consistently ranked among top realtors for total sales volume out of 900 realtors for commercial and residential real estate in the Bryan/College Station, TX area. When Myke represents buyers, she presents all viable options to her clients, including those properties that are not officially listed, but could be available for sale based on her inside information. Her expertise lies with investors and marketing homes of all price ranges in College Station/Bryan to local, national and global buyers, across all major media channels and through her extensive, personal network of contacts.

Myke is among the top 1% of all Realtors in North America!
She has earned the Designations of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), CRS(Certified Residential Specialist), GRI (Graduate of Realtors Institute)CHMS (Certified Home Marketing Specialist), and E-pro (Certified Internet Professional)
Fewer than 3% of all Realtors nationwide earn these certifications. They are not only a symbol of Myke’s commitment to this business, but these designations are your assurance of a skilled, trained real estate professional.

Myke is a consummate real estate professional who not only understands the art of deal-making, but also the art of relationships. She makes the process of buying and selling homes an uplifting and fun experience. She has a tremendous appreciation for Bryan and College Station, its rich history, and Texas A&M traditions having lived in the area for 25 years. Her knowledge of Bryan/College Station’s real estate market and market trends is unparalleled. Having been personally involved with clients through their remodeling, purchasing and selling processes, she knows intrinsic quality and value when she sees it. When she doesn’t see it she lets her clients know, without hesitation.
Myke’s proven track record and affiliations in the field of real estate demonstrates her high level of professionalism.

* High energy and enthusiasm
* Aggressive marketing
* Expert negotiating skills
* Ability to listen and ascertain customer’s desires and needs
* Fun to be with
* Internet savvy
* Because Myke is an experienced investor, she quickly helps her customers locate and define good business opportunities. No one likes the feeling of being ‘sold to’ so Myke provides as much information as possible to help you make the right decision.

Personal Commitment:
I am prepared to go the ‘Extra Mile’ for you, because I understand the financial and emotional significance of purchasing and selling your home. I will carefully listen to your desires and arrive at a workable plan. I believe sensitivity, listening, and service are important keys to success.
Whether you are buying or selling a home or you are just curious about your home’s market value, I’d be happy to provide my market expertise and intelectual property without obligation, or meet with you to evaluate your home for future reference. I want my customers to have a great time and enjoy the total process of purchasing or selling property. It gives me great pride when my customerspass my name on to their friends and family. I will continue to work hard to make sure critical information is available at www.AggieRealEstate.com and I invite all interested investors to search my site for cash flow opportunities. I will dedicate my time and talents to helping you achieve your goals. It is my goal to make your buying and selling experience extraordinary. Look closely and you’ll see how much I love meeting and working with people. You’ll experience the difference in working with an experienced and dedicated professional.

Personal information:
Michelle goes by ‘Myke’ and is the proud mother of 6 children – 3 girls and 3 boys. Her husband is David Leatham. They met at Brigham Young University. They have been married since 1977. David is a finance professor, and Associate Head over graduate studies in the Agricultural Economics Department at Texas A&M University, and speaks fluent Spanish. They have lived in College Station since 1983 and loved every minute of it. Myke loves to quilt, sing, swim, ‘sing’, bake bread, ‘sing,’ garden, ‘sing’, sell real estate, and ‘sing some more’ :-). Family, church, and real estate consume most of her time. Truth, honor, integrity, kindness, loyalty, gratitude, and service are very important words to her.

Slogan: ‘Let Myke Help You With Your HOMEwork!’

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