You can make such a tough decision easier by going back to your starting point. Ask yourself these questions:

Do both properties meet your stated housing needs?

What else should you know about the house, the neighborhood, local schools, transportation, and community facilities?

How long do you expect to stay in your next home, and how will each house fit your expected needs and lifestyle over that time period?

Are there benefits that outweigh any shortfalls in your priority list?

If you intend to move in five or 10 years, which home will probably be easier to resell?

How does the price of each compare, and how do the long-term costs such as heat, local taxes and fees, transportation and other day-to-day living expenses stack up?