Moving to Gunter or Cedar Hill? (Dallas, Howe: home, buyer, private schools)

[kirbsdc]

It's me again...

My husband and I have a opportunity to get out of a timeshare and buy property with the timeshare equity. We picked out a lot within a gated community within the Lake Ridge at Joe Pool Lake Community. The lot is technically in Grand Praire.

We also have the option of buyer in Gunter, Tx. I did not like the flat landscape of Gunter, Lakeridge is much nicer. However, Gunter has lower taxes, better schools. The Bluegreen Golf Community will have a pool and parks, however, this community is in the beginning stages. If the decision was for investment purposes only, I think Gunter would win.

We are looking to relocate from the Chicagoland suburbs. We are looking to build a $300,000 ish home on a vacant lot.

You have helped educate me on the North Dallas vs South Dallas.

Please share your wisdom with regard to living with a higher end gated community in Grand Praire/Cedar Hill (Lake Ridge) vs Gunter.

Any insight would be appreciated, I need to make a decsion within a few days. This decision is driving me nuts.

Thanks.

[Acntx]

I'd go with Lakeridge hands down. Better landscape, beautiful location in a major metropolitan area, ample amenities (entertainment, shopping, restaurants, etc.) nearby. There is also a larger choice of public and private schools. With the economy and housing market the way it is, it may be years before the community in Gunter is fully complete. I would, however, go with Gunter if you desire a country setting far from the threat of future urban sprawl.

[rosscountry]

lakeridge hands down.

lake, topography, gated community and surrounded by wealth..

that mix should protect your property value


go with gunter if you really want a country feel.. everything will be a good drive away so you won't have easy access to shopping, dining etc..

in lakeridge you will feel the privacy of a secluded area that is just a small drive away from your conveniences

good luck-- go with lakeridge