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Neighborhood Names and "Codes" Frequently neighborhood names come from the original builder's name for a particular tract or development. Other times they are based upon political, geographic, or school district boundaries, or are as simple as the different zip codes in larger cities. For Realtors, these names take on a special significance, as they can represent differences in neighborhood qualities that translate into an effect on a home's value. For example, seemingly identical homes on opposite sides of South St. in Lakewood may have a $20,000 or greater difference in price. Being West or East of Beach Blvd. in Huntington Beach can make an even bigger difference. So why bring this up? If you are receiving or would like to receive free listings from me via e-mail, it will help us both if you already know which areas you would like to look in. If you are new to the area and aren't familiar with the make-up of different neighborhoods, don't worry, as I am an expert in the neighborhood make-up of many cities and am more than willing to help you find homes that fit your budget and needs. However I have provided the following maps for use as both a tool in aiding your home search, and as a window into a different way of looking at your current, or future home. By loading any of the maps below, you will be able to view information about the different neighborhoods by clicking on the numbers on each map. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this information, which most computers have already. It is however available for free by clicking on the link at the bottom of this page. -Bill Field
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