Financial benefits of downsizing (none yet for me)

The paint is done and the new frig is in. Six months ago my dad moved in with us. For the past 6 months we have been virtually living in the bedroom. This has helped me realized I can be happy in less space. The efficiency apartment was originally for him. We have managed to find a fabulous assisted living facility for him. This leaves me with the luxury of moving downstairs without having to purge everything first. Dish network came. Can't live without the satellite. I have yet to experience the financial gain of downsizing. Actually it has cost me money thus far. I asked my housekeeper to give me a quote on the new space. She quoted the same price!!! I know she needs the money, I am thinking of offering her the same price for twice a week. I will keep you posted.
Mortgage/rent is not the only financial benefit of downsizing; there is a trickle down effect. Here are the other savings
1) less utilities
2) reduced house cleaning expense
3) money saved on shopping to fill the space
4) less environmental impact
5) increased consciousness of clothes shopping (no unlimited closet space)
6)less taxes