5 things to consider when downsizing

After you determine exactly what you want, research is an important next step. Spend as much time as you need looking for something that ticks all your boxes.

When you’re considering a suburb, do a check against your list for the types of amenities and features you want in your community. What are the public transport systems like? Is there a supermarket nearby? How far to the nearest hospital and doctors’ office? What about access to open, green spaces for fresh air? You can take a morning stroll, or bring the grandkids to the local park. You also have a chance to connect with the local community, so look into what the area has on offer in terms of local events and leisure activities.

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So now you’ve made important decisions about the area you’ll live in, but what about your home itself? When looking for downsizing home ideas, it’s time to think about what kind of design you’re looking for in your new property. Consider what you loved best about your previous home, if there was anything you could have done without, and what you want your aesthetic to be. That way you can be downsizing your home with style.

Found you never needed all the space of your last kitchen, but would love a big entertainment space to host the whole family? Great! Now you have an idea on what you are willing to sacrifice, and what is nonnegotiable. Keep in mind your goals and this will reveal what functions you need from your new property. You can even save time by ruling out properties that don’t have what you want before even going to see them.

When family and friends come to visit, you want to be able to host them comfortably and with plenty of space. So, when looking into properties have a plan for how many spare bedrooms and bathrooms rooms you need. Think back to the priorities of what’s important in your new home. Is an open plan important for entertaining? And what communal areas do you want for things like exercising?

Developments like Treetops at Kenmore keep these things in mind. We make a point to account for the life of a downsizer, designing generous proportions to suit those who still want room for family. A lush central park area, along with a pool and barbeque are the perfect settings for special occasions. Plus, the open plan living provides flexibility for how you wish to arrange your space depending on how many people you have staying or living with you.