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Baby Boomers Are Searching For Homes For Sale. What Do They Look For When Buying A House In Wasaga Beach?

A large proportion of people buying a house in Wasaga Beach are over 50.

What location features in homes for sale are desirable to the 50+ market?

• Proximity to health care.
• Reasonable distance to big cities.
• Access to golf and other recreational facilities.
• Water’s edge properties.
• Comfortable climate.
• Access to shopping.
• Low maintenance, high-security properties.
• Affordability.

When searching homes for sale what are the Boomers looking for?

• Open concept.
• Upgraded kitchens; ranges, hoods and fridges.
• Higher end fixtures; sinks, faucets and stoves.
• Higher end finishes; tiles, stone tops, lighting.
• Wood flooring; real not laminate.
• Social amenities; walking , swimming and clubs.
• Community events;
• Transportation; think of the Wasaga Beach Transit as a start.

Homes for sale in Wasaga Beach and other parts of the Georgian triangle tick a number of boxes.

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1. Brandon Marchand said at November 27th, 2009 at 9:31 pm

   Great post. I never would have thought about a few of those but they make great sense. A few of my retirees I work with also look for new construction where we can get lower counter tops customized.

2. Baby Boomers Are Are Looking For Homes For Sale In Wasaga Beach | Wasaga Beach Real Estate-Wasaga Beach Homes For Sale-Wasaga Beach News said at December 3rd, 2009 at 6:43 am

   [...] sellers with homes for sale in Wasaga Beach need to be aware of what attracts the 50+ buyer. What location and features they look for. If your home ticks these boxes then make sure your Realtor highlights these features [...]

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