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Need Advise - first time homebuyers, house we like has large power lines in back yard. Linked included.

Hi everyone, We are currently trying to put an offer on a new construction home in California. We are in a HCOL area that has been impacted by wildfires in the past. We recently saw a home that we really liked and could see ourselves living here for the next 10 or so years. The only negative to the house is that there are large power lines located just outside the property line on a public easement. I have included pictures for your review.

We are not allowed to add a fence to the back of the property as it has to be a deer type open fence. We can however plant trees or bushes to try and cover the power pole as long as it meets the HoA requirements.

The house has been on the market for about 3 months and has been slowly coming down in price. It is currently listed at 1.46M (started at 1.7M). Similar neighbouring houses with a similar lot size and sq/ft have recently sold for about 1.7M and most houses in the neighbourhood area 1.6-2M. We are planning on offering 1.4M.

Would the large pole deter you guys? We honestly don't mind the pole but are worried about selling it on in 7-10 years. We are thinking that with some clever landscaping we maybe able to hide it somewhat. Wanted to get the opinion of others who have been doing this for much longer that we have!Thank you!

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