Its all about priorities I guess..
I had a perfect job and a nice 4 bedroom house in Holland, but I wanted easier life so I moved to a tiny island.
And what you say... sometimes having the thing is way too much, you just need to own what you actively use. So if you and the 1 kiddo have enough space, perfect.
(To me to be honest, gated community, noooooooo, that like being locked up in your own house)
I was thinking safety with the gated community but it really was a pain in the butt. 120 houses is a small space with tight streets and houses all right next to the other... I could never let my little one out because of the traffic and no real yard. That house was 2000 sq ft. we moved to 1450 - perfect
Less cleaning is one thing already hahaha.!
I think outdoor space is priceless, alsoith privacy