If you’re looking to sell real estate this year, now is the right time to determine what buyers are searching for. Highlighting these features in your listing will help potential buyers find your property, so it’s not wasting time on the marketplace and could result in a higher value for your property. Analysts from several real estate sources looked through listings to discover what features are on the rise. The results showed fascinating trends that are happening both inside and outside.
Brutalism
The design style is known as Brutalist — a design style that is renowned for its utilization of natural elements as focal factors began to be seen in homes last year as well. In the last year alone, listings that featured brutalist characteristics increased by over 450 percent. The rooms are typically big and stark. However, walls and floors of concrete provide an open space for personalizing the space. Warm accessories such as brass fixtures, wooden furniture, and linen accents can soften the room, and the juxtaposition of plants and concrete is cool.
Cold Plunge Pools
The modern-day buyer is skipping hot tubs, opting instead for cold plunge pools to get an instant boost of energy. Advocates of cold stimulation appreciate the quick dips to help recover their muscles, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation throughout the body. According to several real estate analyst resources, listings featuring cold plunge pools increased by 130% compared to the previous year. Even famed HGTV stated the fact that plunge pools, often known as cocktail pools, can be smaller than 6 feet by 10 feet; it may even be worth the effort to build your own plunge pool to test it yourself and then leave it to the purchaser.
Murals
The real estate agent you are working with might suggest a couple of coatings of a neutral color to help make the house less private, and that’s generally good advice. One of the most important portions of the sale is for the buyer to visualize their life in the listed home; however, you don’t necessarily need to cover the mural in the dining area or the statement-making wallpaper in your bedroom. Indeed, Zillow found murals referenced in 18% more homes than they did the year before. Botanical themes, particularly palms and tropical flowers are popular.
Murano Glass Chandeliers
Tuscan-style kitchens may be on the way out. However, another Italian design is getting more attention in homes all over the country. Crafted by artisans on the islands of northern Italy, Murano glass chandeliers can make a statement in any space. They are available in a range of styles and colors that range from elegant candelabra forms to quirky designs that are reminiscent of palm fronds and bird-like features. Also known as Venetian glass, the chandeliers have popped up at 58% higher in sales this year as homeowners have taken to the trend.
Sensory Gardens
People still desire outdoor living spaces where they can enjoy their homes as well as spend quality time with family members. It’s not surprising, then, that Zillow discovered that the number of listings that include sensory gardens has increased by over 300%. Find ways to engage your senses by utilizing a variety of plants with different types of textures, as well as features that include the soothing sound of the water and carefully chosen lighting, and some edible plants such as plants, berries and herbs.
Penn State Extension advised creating a calming garden in any space. Be sure to choose hardy plants and use hardscape elements made from a variety of materials.
The Analysts data also revealed an increase in listings that highlight the property’s proximity to the community’s pickleball courts. Some homeowners have even set up their own courts within the property. The game is accessible to players of all levels. This is the primary reason why Zillow and other sources reported an increase of 64% in listings that highlighted this aspect.
