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Urban core living: a true green initiative

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Phoenix Urban Living
The main reason I focus on urban residential real estate is because it truly addresses the human impact on our planet. Living in the core minimizes the use of the single occupant vehicle which reduces emissions due to commutes to work and play. Also, urban condos/homes are usually smaller in size which uses less power to heat and cool. You also need less stuff to fill that home which helps decrease the need for all those products that impact our planet. It also fills the soul since you'll feel more attached to your community, you'll visit small independently owned stores which help keep your money in the local economy. You also help curb sprawl which one of the most destructive aspects to the environment today. I could rant on and on but in a nutshell, start living again with life at your doorstep, support and get involved in your community and help clean the air that our future breaths everyday. M.
Sandy Nelson
Riley Jackson Real Estate Inc. - Olympia, WA
your Olympia area Realtor

Michael,

Thankfully urban living is becoming more attractive to buyers. I see a trend for high density communities with a commercial core and with interspersed playgrounds and parks to make up for the missing yards. People seem to appreciate the low maintenance, easily accessible amenities lifestyle.

Sandy

Jan 22, 2008 03:38 AM
Will Daly
We Know Urban Realty - Phoenix, AZ
www.WeKnowUrban.com - Phoenix High Rise and Loft C
You allude to the idea of building a sense of community.  All too often, suburbanites, pull up to the drive way, click the garage door opener, pull in, and never see a neighbor.  I for one love getting to know my urban neighbors; even the grumpy ones!  The all add texture to my life.  W
Jan 24, 2008 03:36 PM