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The Benefits of Downsizing to an Apartment


There are many reasons why people choose to downsize to an apartment. It may be that someone is looking to simplify their life, or experiencing a transition due to a new job. Whatever the reason, downsizing from a house to an apartment can be an extremely beneficial decision. When homeowners downsize to apartments, they often experience an upgrade in lifestyle. We’ve created a list with all of the benefits that you’ll receive when you downsize to a luxury apartment. 

Shorter commute times

When you downsize to an apartment, you can choose to live wherever you want. You can decide to live in an apartment community located in an area close to your office, which will shorten your commute time. You can also decide to live close to shopping centers. Living close to shopping malls and top-rated restaurants allows you to easily go out with your friends and family on the weekend. 

444 Social is located right next door to Regal Cinemas, steps away from countless restaurants like Wildfire and Big Bowl, and near many top Fortune 500 companies and headquarters. Lincolnshire is the optimal place to live—you'll never be short of things to do while living at 444 Social.

Luxury amenities

Many people choose to downsize from a house to an apartment because they want access to luxury amenities. Many luxury apartments provide fitness studios with exercise machines and weights for residents to use. Some even have private outdoor areas like trails for those who enjoy walking, running, or riding bicycles outside. 

444 Social offers luxurious amenities, including a resort-style pool, fitness studio with Peloton bikes, golf simulator and private community dock with kayaks. 

Less maintenance

Of course, when you choose to live in a luxury apartment community, you’ll have fewer chores and less to maintain. Apartment living can give you a new way of life, since you won’t need to worry about mowing the lawn, keeping the pool clean, or organizing the garage.

Since most apartments provide the upkeep of indoor and outdoor communal spaces, you’ll have fewer chores, which will allow you to have more time to do other things. You’ll have time to do fun things like develop a new hobby or hang out with your friends. A lower maintenance lifestyle can simplify your life and help save time for what’s most important to you.

Pet-friendly resources

Pet owners can always benefit from living in a pet-friendly apartment community. Many luxury apartments have pet-friendly amenities, like fenced areas for pets to play off leash. That way, residents can spend more time with their furry friends and their pets can easily get exercise.

444 Social has accommodations for those who own pets, like the Woof Top, where pets can play in a safe and enclosed space. The apartment community also provides a communal dog wash station for residents’ pets.

Opportunities to be social

It can be difficult to make new friends, so apartment communities provide opportunities for residents to get to know each other with social activities and communal spaces. Lots of apartment communities offer grill areas, party rooms and co-working lounges. These are places where residents can socialize, work, and make connections within their community. Some apartments also host activities for residents in communal spaces, like parties, barbecues, and more. 

444 Social offers fun activities to help residents get to know one another. Additionally, they have an app with a community messaging board so that residents can meet and socialize. 

Starting to downsize

Downsizing from a house to an apartment is a transition that takes time. However, it can be immensely beneficial in the long run. When looking for a new apartment, consider one that fits your needs and lifestyle. Once you find an apartment that meets your requirements, contact the office and set up an appointment to visit. You’ll be able to begin a new chapter in a luxury apartment community.

444 Social offers all of these benefits and more. Interested in learning more about our apartment community in Lincolnshire? Contact us here for more information.

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