Related:<p>A 71-year-old Californian explains why she's one of many boomers reluctant to sell their large homes and downsize — and it has nothing to do with money<p>Eliza Relman Mar 24, 2024<p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/71-year-old-boomer-cant-find-condo-downsize-oakland-california-2024-3" rel="nofollow">https://www.businessinsider.com/71-year-old-boomer-cant-find...</a><p>The gist:<p><pre><code> Frieden and her husband are prioritizing accessibility, so they've looked mostly at larger condominium buildings with elevators. But they'd also like a small outdoor space, like a balcony, enough wall space for their art, and a home office and spare bedroom for visitors.
But there are very few bigger units available, Frieden said. Most of the condos are small one- or two-bedrooms without any outdoor space and with modern, open-plan layouts that appeal more to younger people's tastes and lifestyles.
"They feel and seem like they're built for young people," Frieden said of the condo buildings. "They even market, 'the greatest thing about our complex is the gym and the shared courtyard, shared rooftop environment, the bike racks' — all of these things that might not be first on the mind of a senior."</code></pre>