What kind of houses will be in demand among Baby Boomers? According to a consumer survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders:
Baby Boomers want -
-Washers and dryers in their units if they buy a condo
-Storage space
-Windows that open easily
-Garage-door openers
-Easy-to-use thermostats
-First-floor master bedrooms
-Private patios
-Porches
-Attached garages
-Bigger bathrooms
Those of the oldest Boomers do not seem to like -
-Island work areas
-Separate showers
-Private toilet compartments
-Sun rooms
-Woodburning fireplaces
-Exercise rooms
(Personally as a Baby Boomer the only thing I don't like is the woodburning fireplace, pushbuttom gas is much better)
A number of items that are much more popular with older buyers -
-Bathroom aids such as grab bars
-Kitchen aids
-Light home-repair services
-Outdoor maintenance services
-An entrance without steps
-Accessible public transportation
-Wider doorways
-Nonslip flooring
