Buyers Are Willing to Pay Up to 3.7% More for These Design Features

Homes are selling at record speeds and all-time high prices, and incorporating innovative design features for remote work, energy efficiency, and increased comfort can help a home sell even faster, according to Zillow. Homes with high-speed broadband internet access are associated with a 2.5% sale premium, and a Zoom room or private home office space can also boost a home’s sale price by 1.6%.

Retreat spaces like she sheds, meditation rooms, and outdoor living areas boost home sale prices up to 2.3% higher, and eco-friendly features like EV charging stations are also topping buyer wishlists and causing homes to sell 10 days faster than other listings.

The pandemic-led shift to remote and hybrid work has put a premium on certain features that allow buyers to work from home. A strong internet connection has become essential as movers seek out affordability and more space farther away from city centers. High-speed broadband access, when mentioned in a listing description, is associated with a 2.5% sale premium. A Zoom room or home office space can add 1.6% to a home’s sale price. 

Hard-working features that add utility to the kitchen can also help homes achieve higher sale prices. Steam ovens topped the list for a second consecutive year as the pandemic launched a new generation of home chefs. When mentioned in a listing description, this high-end kitchen appliance that quickly cooks food with steam can contribute to a home selling for 3.7% more than expected. 

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