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Homing in on Alachua County, Florida. Ritza Anitsakis July 18, 2013 GIS 4048. Alachua County. Located in Florida Population 247,336 County Seat: Gainesville, Florida University of Florida. Searching for a Home. Retired grandparents searching for new home. Factors to consider:
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Homing in onAlachua County, Florida Ritza Anitsakis July 18, 2013 GIS 4048
Alachua County • Located in Florida • Population 247,336 • County Seat: Gainesville, Florida • University of Florida
Searching for a Home • Retired grandparents searching for new home. • Factors to consider: • Proximity to family • Proximity to recreation centers • Owning vs. Renting • Transportation • Demographics
Proximity to Family Daughter- cardiologist at North Florida Regional Medical Center Son-in-law-Professor at the University of Florida. Grand children live with parents close to job location.
Other factors Demographics – Age 65+ Own vs. Rent – Areas with higher ownership Recreation – Community Centers Transportation - Bus Routes
Home Sweet Home • The ideal location for the grandparents to move to is: • In close proximity to the grandchildren • Close to their daughter and son-in-law’s jobs • Near community centers