What kind of homeownership are you looking for? If you can't answer that question, you will after learning all about the condominium lifestyle.

Pros

	Downtown locations
	Security (buzzers to unlock doors, close proximity with neighbors, security guards, etc.)
	Low maintenance (Condominium mows grass, shovels snow, does plumbing, etc.)
	Affordable for first time buyers, singles
	Amenities (Swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness room, etc.)

Cons

	Share interest in the land, never own
	Share walls with neighbors (run into them more often)
	Monthly condominium fees
	More sensitive to resale (less unique due to similar units in building)
	Governed by Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (Includes restrictions on noise levels, pets, renovations, curtains on your windows, etc.)

What do my condominium fees pay for?

A big difference between condominium living and owning a single family home are the condominium fees. Condominium fees are roughly over $100/month and its fair to know exactly where that money goes so you can determine if its money well spent for your needs.

These fees can be divided in the following ways; building maintenance, salaries (groundskeepers, handymen, doormen, and management), use of common areas, use of amenities (pool, fitness center, and tennis/basketball courts), special assessment fees (unexpected repairs), snow removal, master insurance policy, and some utilities.

Where in Central Columbus can I find new build condominium communities?

Contact me, Dave Kipfer, at (614)825-8812 or e-mail me at dave.kipfer@realliving.com. Not all new build communities are listed on real estate search engines or the MLS. I will exhaust all of my knowledge and resources to find you the floor plan and community of your dreams!