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I don't have kids so maybe that's a part of it, but anything over 1500-1600 sq ft. feels too large and like a lot of maintenance to me.

• silisili 4y ago
  I felt similarly, with a wife and a kid even. In a 2500 sqft house, I often got frustrated because I felt like I constantly couldn't find them. 1600 was fine. We're in about 2k now, and definitely wouldn't want to go any bigger.
  • brutus1213 4y ago
    I'm in a 1950 sqft home and find it way too small (2 little kids with tiny rooms, one big open great room that combines dining room, living room and kitchen). I think layout makes a big difference too .. if you have multiple floors, you end up with wasted space. Also, basements and garages are not counted, and they make a big difference.
  • mozman 4y ago
    Having a sufficiently big home where you can get lost and feel “alone” is the principle criteria when I am looking at homes.