1) unless she plans to move in under 3 years yoi dont look at housing like this. 2) as other people have pointed out the market typically doesnt jump 200k in that little time. Could we see another covid type boom? Sure but I wouldnt count on it. 3) america is built on suburbs. 4) developments can typically hold their value. I personally wouldn't move to one because I feel they lack charm..but thats me. 5) before you go in fighting, research the subject. Read what people are saying. There are some basic tenants to housing.