The lifestyle upgrade drawing Perth downsizers to the beach

For many established homeowners, downsizing is a balancing act: trading upkeep for freedom while finding a home that still feels generous – and keeps them close to the life they’ve spent decades building.Ora Sorrento, on Perth’s northern coastline, has that balance at its heart. The now-completed collection of 73 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and four-bedroom penthouses sits directly opposite Sorrento Beach and within walking distance of Hillarys Boat Harbour, with ground-floor hospitality and everyday amenity close at hand.Megara Property Director Jamie Clarke says many buyers are moving from substantial family homes, so practicalities still count: good storage, sizeable kitchens, separate laundries, secure parking and room to entertain.“They want a home that feels like a genuine next step rather than simply a smaller version of what they have left behind,” he says.The lifestyle upside matters, too.“They’re looking for greater freedom to travel, the security of a lock-and-leave home and access to amenities that make everyday life easier and more enjoyable,” Mr Clarke says.Ora Sorrento offers downsizers a beach-side lifestyle in one of Perth's favourite suburbs.A complete...