For those developing senior living communities who are looking to discover what prospects in their area desire, a new book, by Researcher Margaret Wylde, Right House, Right Place, Right Time outlines the features most desired by Silent and Boomer middle-American households.

She cautions that to make a community a winner, you must also consider the market’s nuances and characteristics.

Her list includes lots of storage, a master suite with a bedroom, bathroom and walk-in closet; guest bedrooms separated from the master suite; built-in microwave, pantry and kitchen island; office space; laundry room on the ground floor; outdoor living space; green features.

Kitchen upgrades most desired include natural stone countertops, cabinets, water filtration, and media centers.