The youth of today have a lot going for them. They are far more active than previous generations, leading a hectic lifestyle. One moment they wake up from their sleep, and they are suddenly getting ready for their work.
These young professionals need a place to live in that is very near to everything they need, and condominiums are their usual choice for living spaces. Vertical living becomes their ideal choice, but why is this?
Safety is key
Young professionals want to be safe in their own homes, and condos provide this in many ways. Aside from being located near police, hospital, and fire stations, the concierge at the ground floor makes sure that only the homeowners and their guests can access the residential floors.
The security of these locations is tight and some even give homeowners their own keycards. This added function prevents would-be intruders and thieves from stealing anything from your home.
Vertical living is more sustainable
Think about this for a second.
Do you really use every single item in your house? When was the last time you dusted off that priceless porcelain plate and expensive utensils and used it for a meal? We often store these priceless items in our homes and use regular items for our everyday lives.
When you are living inside a condominium and its limited space, you have to make do with the things that you have, meaning you get to use every single item. It disciplines you and shows you how to take better care of what you have now to have a more sustainable living situation. You don’t have to buy another set of plates when you already have a set you regularly use and clean.
Convenience is a must
Young professionals love it when their living spaces are near to everything, whether it is the distance to and from their place of work, the malls they hang around in, or even the gyms they exercise in. Speaking of gyms, most vertical living spaces such as condominiums have great amenities where they can spend their time in. There are also some commercial areas below if they want to grab a bite to eat or even unwind at the top floor poolside area.
More vertical spaces ease population needs
Young professionals understand that the growing number of people takes a toll on the housing industry. They opt to go for a vertical living space instead of the traditional as their modern solution. By building upwards instead of horizontally, you are able to house people per floor and they only have to occupy a few square feet and be satisfied with it.
It also helps that most people enjoy seeing the skyline of the city, especially at night. It provides a mood boost for the romantics in us that appreciate the beauty of such architecture.
Living in a community
Love thy neighbor as the good book states. Young professionals get to see other homeowners around their floors and take the time to get to know them. While living in a condo, they will be under the jurisdiction of the homeowners association and will follow certain rules to keep the peace within their floors. Of course, this suits young professionals if their rules align with their values and their goals of having a safe place to live in.
Some places even allow homeowners to keep pets in as long as they are trained to be quiet and have the proper treatments like anti-rabies shots, have been neutered and spayed, etc. Others, however, may not be as tolerant. If you choose to live in a vertical space, make sure you know the rules of the HOA if you want to take your furry friends with you.
No hassle with maintenance
As mentioned previously, young professionals are very busy bees. They often don’t have time to deal with things breaking down in their homes. One great thing about living in a vertical space like a condominium is that they don’t have to pay for the repairs when something goes wrong. Have a bust pipe in your bathroom? Is the gas leaking in your stove? Have a weird creak in your doorway that just won’t go away no matter how much oil or grease you put on it? Call for services to get some assistance. This is what all those fees were for, so it is best to use them for this occasion.
Affordable enough for you and maybe a partner
The myth that vertical living is expensive can be debunked by those that have lived a long time in them. Young professionals actually save more in living in a condo rather than renting it or buying a house and lot for a variety of reasons.
You aren’t paying for the land that the condominium is built on, only the square feet of space you inhabit within a floor in the condo, or if you are wealthy enough, the entire floor. Similarly, the funds that you pay will go directly into the maintenance and upkeep of the condominium so you won’t have to worry about repairs, maintenance, and upkeep of even the amenities.
Turn your space into a business
The majority of condo space owners can passively earn income by renting their space to other people. Students and other young professionals will most likely be the target market for you since they will also be looking for spaces that are nearest to their schools or offices. Another idea is to turn your unit into a vacation home, allowing travelers to stay at your place while they are in the middle of a vacation trip.
Final Thoughts
Many young professionals will pick to live in a vertical living space over the traditional single detached or townhouse because of the many benefits they get. There simply is a lot you can get from living in said spaces, but at the end of the day, it all comes down to their own preferences.
There will always be others who would opt to go for the traditional housing arrangements because of other good reasons that vertical living cannot provide for them. Those that have chosen to live in one, however, won’t regret their choices anytime soon.
If you are ready to take the plunge and go for a vertical living space yourself, do check out Keyland’s 110 Benavides to have a unit that feels like staying at a world-class hotel.