As time goes on, the needs and wants of residents is subject to change. The amenities that were drawing a crowd in 2005 will look quite a bit different than what's drawing in residents in 2025 and beyond. As lifestyles change, and they've changed by leaps and bounds in recent years, so do the needs residents have when it comes to amenities in their new community. A few amenities residents are looking for, and what will set you apart in 2025, are:

  • Open outdoor space -- Getting a little fresh air has never been more important. In today's modern age, more people work inside offices and looking at computers than working outdoors. This means that residents will want to get their taste of fresh air during their non-working (or at-home) hours. Having community areas with comfortable seating, well-manicured landscapes, and social spaces can make all the difference. This is an easy amenity to have and maintain, particularly for the impact it holds.
  • Safety and security -- When a resident comes home at night, what they want most is to be able to kick back, relax, and leave behind the stresses of the day. If their community is unsafe, this means one stress just leads to another. When investing in amenities, don't forget the importance of great lighting, surveillance cameras, and other safety features that let residents know they're safe with you.
  • Pet friendliness -- More than half of Americans own a dog or a cat in 2025, and they're not just "pets" but furry members of their family. When looking for a new place to call home, they want to make sure their four-legged family members are just as welcomed as the two-legged ones. Making your community pet-friendly is one simple way to make it considerably more attractive to a vast array of potential prospects.
  • In-unit laundry -- If there is one unit upgrade to make to attract prospective residents in 2025, it's in-unit laundry. With busy schedules, many residents would pay a little extra just to avoid trips to the laundromat, and this is exactly what they're able to do with their own in-unit washers and dryers. While it may not be the "flashiest" amenity, it's one that can be make or break for many prospects in 2025.

At OccupancySolutions.com we want to help community management teams to set themselves apart and ahead of the competition. To learn more about what amenities prospects are looking for in 2025, contact us today.