We are currently in the old part of Milton and have a large lot area. It's tough to let go but we needed a larger house to accomindate future new members. I was shocked at first to find the new lots so small; especially when there are lots of land around Milton. Just take a drive outside of town and you'll see. Prices for land should be cheaper one would think? On the plus side I think having a neighbour closer forces us to interact with each other. My neighbours are far enough from me that I would not have to say hi unless we were both doing some gardening near the border of our lots. Heck, I've lived here for 5 years and didn't even have to say hi to the lady across the street. Doing so would require me to yell at the top of my lung.
Any one ever looked into buying a chunck of land and getting a builder to build the house YOU want (no upgrade costs) on it? I wonder how the cost would compare.