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Buying Land to Build a Home: What to Consider Before You Build
Choosing where to build your future home is just as important as what you build. In fact, buying land to build a home can shape everything from your daily routine to your long-term investment.
Whether you’re raising a family, downsizing, or dreaming of more space, here’s what to think about when exploring land options so you can find the right location for your lifestyle.
What to Look For When Buying Land to Build a Home
Proximity to Major Roads & Highways
Easy access to highways and main roads means getting to work, school, or weekend plans without a hassle. At the same time, you probably don’t want traffic noise in your backyard. The sweet spot? Land that’s near the convenience, but tucked away just enough to enjoy the calm.
Access to Healthcare
Being reasonably close to a reputable hospital or medical clinic brings peace of mind. Emergencies don’t wait, and knowing that quality care is nearby makes a big difference, especially for families and retirees.
Nearby Airports
You don’t want to live next to an airport, but being within a short drive to catch a flight or welcome out-of-town guests is a plus. If you travel for work or love to explore, that balance of accessibility and distance matters.
Shopping & Dining
Quick errands, date nights, and grocery runs should feel easy, not like a trek. Look for land close enough to your favorite restaurants, stores, and everyday essentials, but far enough to avoid heavy commercial traffic.
Great Schools
Whether you have children or just value strong resale potential, a good school district adds value. Schools often anchor a community, influencing neighborhood feel and long-term investment.
Parks & Outdoor Spaces
Nearby parks, trails, and green space create more than just scenery—they support an active, balanced lifestyle. Look for land that puts you close to walking paths, playgrounds, and places to unwind outside your own backyard.
Peaceful, Family-Friendly Neighborhoods
Most people want the same thing: a safe, quiet place to call home. Whether it’s sipping coffee on a quiet patio or walking the dog after dinner, your land should support the kind of daily life you’re envisioning, not add stress to it.
How Buffum Homes Helps You Find the Right Fit
At Buffum Homes, we build in neighborhoods that strike the right balance between calm and connected. Here are two of our current communities designed with that in mind:
Planter’s Ridge (Byron Center)
Located just off 84th and Burlingame, Planter’s Ridge offers fast access to the highway and airport, while the neighborhood itself remains quiet and family-friendly. Byron Center is known for its excellent school district, and nearby parks, restaurants, and the public library make this community both welcoming and well-rounded.
Kingsfield Estates (Grandville School District)
Situated at Canal and 56th, Kingsfield Estates sits within an exceptional school district and puts you minutes from shopping and entertainment. But once you’re home, it’s all calm streets, connected neighbors, and a peaceful atmosphere.
Both communities are intentionally located to give you the best of both worlds—close to what you need, but far from the chaos.
Let’s Talk Land, Lifestyle, and Long-Term Value
Buying land to build a home isn’t simply about acreage but about how you want to live. With Buffum Homes, you won’t have to choose between convenience and tranquility. You’ll get both.
Want to see available lots or explore building on your own land? Let’s talk →
