If you’re buying your first family home, your needs are probably a lot different than when you bought your first condo. Keeping these 5 tips in mind can ease the process of finding the perfect paradise that works for everyone in your growing family.

 

1. Open Concept

You may love an open floor plan for its free-flowing design and potential for entertaining, but it’s also a practical property feature for young families. Open concept living can help you feel at peace knowing you can have eyes on your kids at all times, whether you’re focused on cooking dinner or busy working from home.

 

2. Fencing

If greenspace is on your list of must-haves, ensure the home you choose has a yard that is closed off so your kids can run around freely. If you’ve fallen in love with a listed house without much outdoor space, check to see that there are parks or playgrounds with fencing nearby that you can easily stroll to with kids in tow.

 

3. Bungalow Buys

While spiral staircases in grand entryways add a wow-value to homes that you may love, multi-level properties are not always practical when house hunting with kids in mind. For a young or growing family, it’s best to consider buying a single-story house to make your first family home.

 

4. Storage

Storage space is an often overlooked but important factor to consider in your house search. If you have kids, chances are they’ve got tons of stuff that needs a home too. Inadequate storage can make living in your home feel like living in a perpetual playground. To make your new space work for you and your little ones, be sure to look for properties with ample closets, cupboards, and room to grow.

 

5. Location

This tip makes it on to every home buying checklist, and for good reason. Location is important when considering things like your daily commute to work or proximity to your social circle, but also when thinking about where you want your kids to grow up, and the backdrop you want to have for your lifelong memories.

Find out whether there are other families living in your desired neighbourhood and if there are good schools in the community. Are amenities like grocery stores or recreation centres located nearby for when you need to stock the fridge or haul kids to hockey practice? Think about how the area will work for your family as it grows over the years. As the saying goes: location, location, location!

 

Are you ready to find a family-friendly home that checks all the boxes on your list? Our experienced real estate team regularly helps move-up buyers in Oakville, Burlington, and beyond. Call us at 905-845-4267 or email info@thekennedysisters.ca to get started.