[Housing Survey] Approximately 65% of Homebuyers Interested in 'Single-Story Houses'! Reasons Include 'Barrier-Free' Accessibility and 'Simple Living Flows' for Future Retirement
NEXER Inc. and Cuore Home Co., Ltd. conducted a survey on interest in single-story houses among 74 people considering home purchases or moves. Results showed approximately 65% interest, driven by barrier-free features and simple living flows suitable for retirement. Concerns include the need for larger plots. The survey was held from May 11 to May 18, 2026.
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- 📰 Published: May 25, 2026 at 20:00
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■ Growing Presence of Single-Story Homes: What Drives the Need?
When considering buying a home or moving in the future, the number of floors is as important as the layout and location. Recently, single-story homes have gained attention for their convenience and ease of living with an eye toward retirement.
To understand how future homeowners view this option, NEXER Inc. and Cuore Home Co., Ltd. surveyed 74 men and women across Japan who are planning to buy or move, regarding their interest in single-story homes.
■ 64.9% Express Interest in Single-Story Homes
When asked about their level of interest, 31.1% said they were 'very interested' and 33.8% said they were 'somewhat interested,' totaling 64.9%. This shows that two out of three people considering a move or purchase are interested in single-story houses.
Conversely, 16.2% were 'not very interested' and 18.9% were 'not interested at all.'
Reasons from interested respondents included: ease of living, sense of unity for the family, dreams of relaxing on a spacious lot, potential for lower construction costs, and mobility ease even if physical health declines.
Reasons from uninterested respondents included: wasted space, preference for apartment living, and the impression that single-story homes require large lots.
■ 62.2% Cite 'Barrier-Free, Low-Step Access' as a Key Advantage
When asked about the advantages of single-story houses, the top answer was 'barrier-free, low-step access' at 62.2%. Other key benefits included 'easier to live in during old age' (54.1%), 'simple living flow for housework' (45.9%), 'seismic resilience' (40.5%), and 'lower risk of falling due to no stairs' (33.8%).
These top results reflect a strong focus on daily safety and long-term livability. With barrier-free features and suitability for aging cited by over half the respondents, single-story homes are recognized as an option that supports both current and future lifestyles.
■ 58.1% Identify 'Need for Large Land' as a Disadvantage
Respondents were also asked about their concerns and disadvantages regarding single-story homes. The most common response was the need for a large plot of land at 58.1%. (Article end missing)
When considering buying a home or moving in the future, the number of floors is as important as the layout and location. Recently, single-story homes have gained attention for their convenience and ease of living with an eye toward retirement.
To understand how future homeowners view this option, NEXER Inc. and Cuore Home Co., Ltd. surveyed 74 men and women across Japan who are planning to buy or move, regarding their interest in single-story homes.
■ 64.9% Express Interest in Single-Story Homes
When asked about their level of interest, 31.1% said they were 'very interested' and 33.8% said they were 'somewhat interested,' totaling 64.9%. This shows that two out of three people considering a move or purchase are interested in single-story houses.
Conversely, 16.2% were 'not very interested' and 18.9% were 'not interested at all.'
Reasons from interested respondents included: ease of living, sense of unity for the family, dreams of relaxing on a spacious lot, potential for lower construction costs, and mobility ease even if physical health declines.
Reasons from uninterested respondents included: wasted space, preference for apartment living, and the impression that single-story homes require large lots.
■ 62.2% Cite 'Barrier-Free, Low-Step Access' as a Key Advantage
When asked about the advantages of single-story houses, the top answer was 'barrier-free, low-step access' at 62.2%. Other key benefits included 'easier to live in during old age' (54.1%), 'simple living flow for housework' (45.9%), 'seismic resilience' (40.5%), and 'lower risk of falling due to no stairs' (33.8%).
These top results reflect a strong focus on daily safety and long-term livability. With barrier-free features and suitability for aging cited by over half the respondents, single-story homes are recognized as an option that supports both current and future lifestyles.
■ 58.1% Identify 'Need for Large Land' as a Disadvantage
Respondents were also asked about their concerns and disadvantages regarding single-story homes. The most common response was the need for a large plot of land at 58.1%. (Article end missing)
FAQ
平屋住宅に関心を持つ人は全体のどのくらいですか？
調査対象者のうち、64.9％が平屋住宅に「関心がある」と回答しました。
平屋住宅が選ばれる主なメリットは何ですか？
「バリアフリーで段差が少ない」が62.2％と最も多く、続いて「老後も住み続けやすい」、「生活動線がシンプルで家事がしやすい」が挙げられました。
平屋住宅を検討する際のデメリットは何ですか？
「広い土地が必要になる」が58.1％で最も高い懸念点として挙げられています。
この調査の対象者はどのような人たちですか？
事前調査で「住宅の購入や将来的な住み替えを検討している」と回答した全国の男女74名です。
今回の調査はどこが共同で行いましたか？
株式会社NEXERとクオレ・ホーム株式会社による共同調査です。