As Baby Boomers look into aging in place, many are rethinking how their homes fit their needs as they get older. According to the 2025 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report, Baby Boomers now make up 53% of all home sellers and the top reason they’re listing their homes is simple: the house has become too big, and the upkeep too demanding. 

That stat begs the question: is your home helping or hindering your lifestyle as you age? 

For many older adults, the home that once felt “just right” can slowly turn into a source of frustration – stairs that feel steeper, rooms that go unused, and maintenance tasks that take more time and energy than they used to. Before you decide to stay put or move, it’s worth assessing whether your current home can truly support your long-term comfort and independence. 

Can I Easily Age in Place at My Home? 

Here are some questions to help you evaluate whether your home still fits your lifestyle – and what might need to change if you plan to age in place: 

• Space: Do you have unused rooms that require cleaning and heating or cooling year-round? 

• Layout: Can you live comfortably on one level, or does your home require frequent trips up and down stairs? 

• Safety: Are there grab bars, good lighting, and step-free entries – or could age in place home improvements make it safer? 

• Maintenance: How easy (or difficult) is it to handle regular chores like mowing the lawn, cleaning gutters, or repairing plumbing issues? 

• Community: Do you feel connected to neighbors, or is your home starting to feel isolating? 

If you’re answering “no” or “not easily” to several of these questions, your home may be hindering your ability to live the life you want as you age. 

When “Aging in Place” at Home Isn’t Working 

While the idea of aging in your current home can feel comforting, the reality often looks different. Many older adults find that the physical and financial costs of keeping up with a large home – plus unexpected age in place home modifications– quickly outweigh the comfort of familiarity. 

Tasks that once seemed minor, like replacing light bulbs in high ceilings or maintaining landscaping, can become exhausting or even unsafe. Others find that loneliness creeps in once friends or family move away. 

That’s why more people are exploring age-in-place ready homes in communities specifically designed for older adults – places like Montereau. 

The Smarter Way to Age in Place: Montereau 

At Montereau, residents enjoy all the benefits of aging in place without the hassle. The community’s age-in-place ready homes are intentionally designed for accessibility and ease, with single-story layouts, open floor plans, and maintenance-free living. 

Need small adjustments? Homes can be customized to fit your lifestyle, from adding a doggy door for your furry companion to installing safety features that keep you confident in your independence. 

Beyond the physical home, Montereau offers what most houses can’t: a built-in support system. From wellness programs to dining options and social activities, every detail supports the active, connected lifestyle today’s older adults want. And with a full continuum of care on campus, residents know that if their needs ever change, they won’t have to move again. 

Why the Right Move Might Be the Easiest One 

Selling a home filled with memories is never easy – but sometimes, letting go of the stress of maintenance opens the door to a fuller, freer life. Choosing a home in a community like Montereau gives you independence today and reassurance for tomorrow. 

Schedule a tour of Montereau to see how you can age in place in a vibrant community.