house sizes shrink: Small is the new Big when it comes to house size...jroosevelt@kw.com, Janice Roosevelt, Keller Williams, PA & DE
- 09/08/09 11:21 PM
This past year was the first time since 1984 that the average size of a new home decreased in square footage. New homes are now 7% smaller, or the size of one average sized room. Specifically, the median square footage fell to 2,065 square feet in the first three months of this year, compared with the same period last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.Just like McDonalds had to revamp their menus offering healthier options, so too is our penchant for "McMansions." It sure does cost less to heat, cool, and run a smaller house - not to mention taxes are lower. … (6 comments)
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This past year was the first time since 1984 that the average size of a new home decreased
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