newbee

Update:

Well, after house hunting for almost 6 months. I'm now a Broadmoor resident. I closed on a house on Munger. I'm excited that I have a place of my own! Being a first-time homebuyer, I was nervous at closing. But, everything came together for me. In an unfortunate circumstance the owners had to sell... I feel really bad for them. They agreed to pay for the foundation and replace the roof. I'm familiar with the neighborhood. I love the old homes. A good friend of mine lives on Godwin and has most of his life. I too had mixed feelings about the neighborhood, but I see the potential and aware its a transitioning area. I'm optimistic it will pick up. The more homeowners move in, the better. The house needs work, inside and out, but I'm glad I have my family and friends to help out. My girlfriend suggested having a "Painting Party" to kick off my rehab project. We went for a walk around 10pm...quiet street. I'm looking forward to meeting my new neighbors.

Maybe we will be neighbors. Im buying on Munger as well. Still going through the contract agreement but I think things will come together soon. After your painting party, maybe I will have a "kitchen tearout" party! I will be the guy cooking on a coleman stove in the front yard until my kitchen is complete !

Welcome to the neighborhood! According to the real estate grapevine, activity and renovations in this area have temporarily slowed to a snail's pace since the economy tanked but are expected to really pick up with the recovery. You're getting in at a good time, I'd say.

Thanks... I think Im getting a pretty good deal in the house. The neighbors on both sides keep their house in great shape but I question the one across the street. Im thinking is is a rental and maybe multiple familes. A few other questionable ones on the block but all-in-all I think it will be fine. I have a kitchen to remodel and some windows to replace but nothing major past that. Im pretty sure Im buying from the original owner so the good thing is someone hasnt gone in and tried to do updates on a penny budget. I looked at a few of these and prefer the original state to the do-it-yourself on free supplies. Im looking forward to moving in.

Im in the process of purchasing a home off Broadmoor. I have to admit, Im having my doubts about the neighborhood but these comments here has helped. Being a native Houstonian, I know this area well back in the days but recently I have questions. I do like the old style homes from the 30's and 40's. Something about the look and feel of the old houses just make me feel like Im home. I was living in Lindale Park and loved it. Had to sell for reasons but now Im hoping this area will work for me as well. Seems to be alot of really nice people in the area despite the old cars in the yards ! Good thing Im on a street where this isnt considered "yard art" as of yet ! Guess I will move forward on the purchase !