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6 Home Features That Boomers Want the Most
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Gabrielle Olya
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Jenna Klaverweiden

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Most boomer homeowners plan to age in place, with more than half (54%) stating that they never plan to sell their current home, a new Clever Real Estate survey found. However, 15% do plan to sell their homes within the next five years and may be looking to buy a home that is more conducive to their changing needs.
If you want to appeal to this buyer demographic, keep in mind the home features they desire most, as identified by Clever.
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Well-Designed Kitchen With Lots of Counter Space
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 61%
Few or No Stairs
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 57%
Attached Garage
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 51%
Ground-Floor Master Bedroom
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 50%
Grab Rails in Showers
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 45%
Natural Lighting
- Percentage of boomers who say this feature is important: 38%
Data is sourced from Clever Real Estate and is accurate as of Sept. 9, 2024.
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