The Village at Baldwin Park had nice looking (inside and out) apartments. The place looked a little crowded but still gorgeous. They have a pool and hot tub right next to the service building. The apartments are dorm styled. Standard has 2 bed, 2 bath for $1,100 while the upgrade has 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath for $2,175. This complex was built on an Old Navy Base about 10-15 years ago. The model apartment that we had viewed was very sheek with the ammenities, decor, and lovely designs.
Speculation:
Our tour guide said that this complex was built here mostly for it's location but also because it's located near downtown and major roads. Also because it's built on an old Navy Base with a historical past that could draw customers as well.
Analysis:
During our interview we learned that because of it's location to Orlando many people want to live here because it's less of a commute for them to get to work. Also with all the places around there like hospitials and the downtown area that draws people in, as well as that it's built on an old navy base. But we did learn that this complex "The Village" was the last one to be built becaus ethe property was bought a long time ago but they waited to see what would be needed.
Evaluation:
The Village at Baldwin Park is at the location it's at because of it's reference to the places around it (hospitals, downtown, and Orlando). This is a plus because the buyer will have less driving to do to get to their job because of where they live. Also it's located near many major roadways so that less of a commute as well.
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ReplyDeleteGood point with your evaluation, however that defeats the purpose of Baldwin as it is supposed to dissuade residents from using cars and live in the community.
Nice job on your observations. However, what did you notice as far as the spacing and architecture of the buildings? What about the street patterns and the their width? What about traffic, both car and pedestrian? What about the buildings? Were any buildings “mixed-use?” In other words, did you see any buildings that served as both residences and businesses? What about the homes? Where were the cars? Were there driveways? Did you notice the parks? Did the community have amenities such as community pools and gyms? What about the schools?
Don't forget that you're trying to understand the concept of urbanization. Baldwin is a great example of what urban planners have been trying to do, which is to stop the suburbs. For more info, check out the following link:
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/features/00/earthpulse/sprawl/index_flash.html