What’s trending on Twitter may not exactly mirror the trends in real estate, but if what’s hot in new home construction could have a hashtag, we’d nominate #FirstFloorMasterSuites. For years we’ve heard about the Baby Boomers –the sizeable demographic of Americans born just after World War II – who are now settling into retirement. Guess what they want? You got it – first floor master suites! A look at the top selling floor plans of the last two years reveals some interesting trends:

• The vast majority of best selling floor plans feature accessible master suites, with steps not required to reach them.
• Of the top best-selling designs over the past two years, the homes are either one story or have a master on the first floor

First floor master suites provide ease of living – free of stairs- for an aging population. Also, multigenerational families living together can configure spaces in the home that meet everyone’s needs. Buyers on the cusp of an empty nest also consider the long-range needs of their families and desire the adaptability offered by a first floor master suite. Some homeowners enjoy the privacy offered by a first floor bedroom separate from the other bedrooms in the house. Regardless of the reasons for choosing a first floor master layout, the re-sale options are optimal in the current market, making it a wise selection for those building or considering new construction.    If you are thinking about the advantages of first floor master suites, check out the 18 first floor master options available from Main Street Homes, including two Parade of Homes winners - CLICK HERE. . Source: Builder Online, August 2015.