Living through a pandemic has taught us many things, and it is clear that the support of family and friends is invaluable. The rise in multi-generational living has addressed the needs of families to be ‘together, but apart.’ Separation of space within close proximity allows for both independence and support during difficult times. But the benefits of multigenerational living go way beyond our current situation.
Recently, Tracy sold a multi-family home to one family consisting of three generations. A young couple with a new baby will have their parents living in the adjoining unit. They chose an Arlington multi-family home that could accommodate their family’s needs, both now, and in the future.
The majority of Arlington’s multi-family homes were built between the 1880's and 1930's, and today, people are again utilizing these homes as they were intended, and that’s a win-win-win for everyone.
“We were interested in an Arlington multi-family home because of the great schools and neighborhoods as well as the proximity to Cambridge and Boston. You can also get more space at the same price point than Somerville. Multi-family homes are hard to find these days, especially with the original details. Tracy did an excellent job helping us through the process. She was patient, thorough, and she understood our needs. We are so happy in our new home - it is a perfect place for us to live and grow as a family." - Vik and Emily, buyers in Arlington.
The cost-benefits alone make sense, including built-in childcare, built-in elder care, maintaining one residence vs. two, taxes – but it’s the social/emotional upsides that make multigenerational living a smart, savvy homeownership choice. Arlington is a fantastic place to live, but what makes Arlington so special is the people who live here and the places they choose to call home.
