"In July 2025, my husband, Zach, and I moved our family of four from the suburbs of Ft Worth, Texas, to Denver. After nearly 10 years of marriage, two kids, and three work-related moves, it was finally time to settle in a place of our choosing. This time, we didn't just want a change of scenery; we wanted a change of lifestyle. But finding a house in the bustling city neighborhood of our dreams within our budget meant downsizing - drastically."
"Our bigger house in Texas required more upkeep, and we were more than happy to give that up for extra free time on the weekends. Now, we spend our time visiting attractions such as the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. We're fostering our kids' curiosity, exploring new places together. Our everyday life feels more special and meaningful because these shared experiences amplify our family connection."
A family of four relocated from a 3,300-square-foot suburban home to a Denver bungalow with 1,200 square feet of living space, the remainder being an unfinished basement. The move required giving up features such as a large kitchen island, a master soaking tub, and separate bedrooms for the children. Reduced maintenance freed weekends for outings to museums, the zoo, hiking, skiing, and routine walks to local shops. Shared activities and closer proximity fostered curiosity in the children and deeper family connection, lighter moods, and an increased sense of community and freedom.
Read at Business Insider
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