The National Association of Home Builders conducted a nationwide survey on what home buyers are looking for when purchasing a new house. Both people who had recently bought a home as well as prospective purchasers were asked what they felt were the most important features.
- Buyers want a home with a median of 2,226 square feet
- Lot size was important to 75% of purchasers
- Close to half want 3 bedrooms while about 30% want 4 bedrooms
- 65% want either 2 or 2.5 baths
- 57% of buyers prefer a single story home
- Over half want a 2 car garage
- For 65% of buyers, the most critical characteristic is 'living space and the number of rooms that meet their needs'
- Buyers focus on quality and appearance for most home features
- 85% or more buyers are interested in energy efficiency and organization/storage
- 84% want a walk-in pantry, table space for eating and a double sink in the kitchen
- Over 80% of buyers ant both a tub and shower in the Master bath
- 65% of buyers would sacrifice space in the Master bath for a larger Master bedroom
- 90% of buyers consider outdoor lighting essential
- 50% would like to have a wireless security system in their new home
- 62% would choose a small home with high quality products and amenities VS a larger home without
- 67% of buyers want an environmentally friendly home but aren't willing to pay more for it
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