For decades, policymakers and families assumed that aging Americans would be able to retire comfortably in their homes or transition smoothly into senior living facilities. Yet in 2025, a housing crisis has emerged that few predicted. Rising rents, skyrocketing property taxes, and limited availability of affordable senior housing have combined to create a perfect storm. Seniors who once expected stability now face uncertainty about where they will live. The crisis reveals deep flaws in how the nation planned for its aging population.
