Which room really sells your house?
When buyers begin their property search they usually have a wish list of features that they want their new house to have. A large garden, quiet location, five bedrooms, a lovely fireplace, or an en-suite are top requirements for many buyers.
The more ticks a property has on their wish list, the more inclined they are to make an offer. However, there are a few rooms in a house that are more likely to win over the hearts of viewers than others. To help sellers maximise on this, we are sharing our top tips on the rooms that matter most.
The Kitchen
The kitchen has become a main focus of modern family life. It has become the hub of the house as family living becomes increasingly informal. Combined kitchen and breakfast rooms are very popular as the whole family can gather round while someone is cooking dinner.
Formal dining rooms are becoming obsolete in favour of stunning kitchens, right up to the point where they could be the deciding factor in a sale. However, as there are so many different styles for kitchens, buyers could be put off if a modern design isn’t to their taste.
Bathrooms
A well-appointed kitchen will dramatically increase the value of your home, so it’s worth spicing up yours to grab buyer attention. The same holds true for the bathrooms, especially the master bath. A sparkling master bath with clean lines will charm open-house-goers with modern upgrades like dual vanities and soaking tubs.
Living Room
The most important room for some modern buyers is the living room. The most popular homes have an open plan style where the living room, kitchen and dining area are all together. Modern buyers put huge value on a holiday focused lifestyle, people want to entertain so they value spaces that make it easier to be with family and friends, like the living room, the outdoor space and kitchen.
Wardrobes
Women tend to prefer the overall living space, the storage in the bedrooms and kitchens, and, of course, a fantastic walk-in wardrobe. A his-and-hers bathroom is another great selling point.
Men tend to be more interested in the technical details, how the construction is, the maintenance, and the car parking areas together with entertainment suites with home cinemas.
Bedrooms
The number of bedrooms is something that buyers will consider before they even book a viewing. They need to know if they will have enough space for everyone to have their own room, as well as a possible guest room. For those trying to appeal to a family, it’s a good idea to turn any bedrooms that double as an office back into a bedroom. This will make the viewers feel like they have more space than they need when they are looking at the property.
Quality
People are less willing to refurbish a house, even if that means paying more initially. It’s normally the condition, presentation and quality of all interiors that will make people buy. They have less time to do any renovating and they want to move straight into a property. If the condition is not right, or if the finish is poor quality, then a sale is much less likely.