When it comes to where we choose to reside, our needs and desires change a great deal over the course of our lives. Age, circumstance, occupation, family, finances, location––there are so many variables to consider. From houses to condos to apartments, over the years we find ourselves calling many places “home.”
[Read more about moving and how Sanibel became home to me in the article: “Growing up on Sanibel”].When we find ourselves looking for a new home, how do we make that decision, and how does that decision making process change throughout the seasons of life? Young singles, families with kids, retirees, and everything in between and beyond, we all have different needs.
Perhaps just as life stages and generational trends affect the way we dress and the clothing we wear, they also play a big role in the process of deciding where to live. It needs to “fit.”
The Wall Street Journal recently published an article noting a particular housing trend for baby boomers––preparing for a home that they can age with. The number of stairs is not the only concern, but also considerations such as having enough space so your adult children can visit, designating a place to pursue your passion for gardening, and maybe even ensuring that doors provide easy access to accommodate a grandchild’s stroller.
As there’s an increasing need for homes that are designed with aging in mind, some are making renovations or building additions, others are moving to other homes, perhaps to new places.
It may go without saying that Southwest Florida is a wonderful place to live, having much to offer to those in all life stages and generations. Should Sanibel and Captiva Islands be a place for you to call home, or maybe a second home, our Sanibel Realtors can help you find the one that “fits.”
