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        "id": 1640506,
        "msgid": "why-are-houses-by-the-roadside-more-expensive-1774702277",
        "date": "2026-03-28 18:47:16",
        "title": "Why Are Houses by the Roadside More Expensive?",
        "author": "Hilda B Alexander",
        "source": "KOMPAS",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Property",
        "summary": "Houses located along main roads in Indonesia command higher prices compared to those in alleys or hidden areas due to their superior accessibility, commercial potential, and visibility to passersby, as explained by Bambang Ekajaya, Vice Chairman of the Indonesian Real Estate Association (REI). These properties offer easier vehicle access, proximity to amenities like public transport, schools, and shopping centres, and greater resale value, making them attractive for both residential and business purposes. This phenomenon underscores the importance of location in property investment, enhancing the overall value in strategic urban spots.",
        "content": "<p>Choosing a location is one of the primary considerations when buying\nproperty, whether for a home or investment. One phenomenon often\nencountered by the public is the significant price difference between\nhouses on the roadside and those in alleys or hidden areas. Vice\nChairman of the Central Board of the Indonesian Real Estate Association\n(Waketum DPP REI) Bambang Ekajaya explained the reasons to Kompas.com on\nSaturday (28\/3\/2026). \u201cYes, houses (on the roadside) are generally more\nexpensive because their location on public roads allows for business\nactivities, such as offices and other business ventures like\nrestaurants, shops, cafes, and so on, in addition to residential use,\u201d\nBambang stated. Houses on main roads are easier to access by vehicles,\nboth two-wheeled and four-wheeled. This easy access adds value,\nespecially for residents with high mobility. Locations on the roadside\nopen up opportunities to be used as business premises, such as shops,\noffices, or home-based businesses. This commercial value makes property\nprices higher. Houses on the edge of the road are more easily seen by\npassersby. This factor is important, especially if the property is used\nfor business activities or rental. Usually, houses on main roads are\ncloser to various facilities such as public transportation, schools, and\nshopping centres. This proximity increases comfort and property value.\nProperties in strategic locations tend to be easier to resell. High\ndemand makes houses on the roadside have more promising investment\nvalue. Houses on main routes are usually more positively impacted by\nsuch developments.<\/p>",
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