Granite counter tops are among the top home features we will see in 2016.
While all buyers and homeowners have different tastes, there are some favorite home features that most agree upon. The past year saw a housing market marked by low supply and high demand, meaning there will be a lot of building in 2016. Recently, builders looked into homeowners’ favorite home features so they could build the best homes possible. The list includes features involving energy efficiency, storage space, and more.
Here are what The National Association of Home Builders asked builders what features they would be putting in homes this year.
Which Favorite Home Features will we see more of?
At the top of buyers’ lists in 2016:
- Walk-in closet in master bedroom
- Laundry room
- Great room (kitchen-family room-living room)
- Low-emissivity windows
- Energy Star-rated appliances
- Programmable thermostat
- 9′-plus first-floor ceiling
- Central island in kitchen
- Granite counter top in kitchen
- Energy Star-rated windows
Do these favorite features sound nice to you? Then 2016 is the year you should be checking out new homes for sale!
However, some features that might be in older homes or were popular in the past will be skipped over by many builders in 2016.
The features least likely to appear in new homes this year
- Cork flooring in the living areas of the main level
- Pet washing station
- Laminate counter tops in the kitchen
- Outdoor kitchen (cooking, refrigeration, and sink)
- Outdoor fireplace
- Sun-room
- Two-story family room
- Two-story foyer
- Media room
While a home’s features are very important, setting is pretty important as well. Luckily for you, RE/MAX Paradise has many amazing homes available today with all of the top features and amenities you could dream of, in one of the best cities in the country. Peruse the variety of homes we have listed: from townhouses, to beachfront homes to apartments, we are sure to have your dream home equipped with your favorite features.