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There are several factors that potential homebuyers may consider as they are looking for a new home. Buyers may want to find a place that has a certain number of bedrooms, updated bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen and a fenced in yard for their kids and dog. But, realistically, most of these items can be changed or added later on. While you can always get new kitchen countertops and appliances, you cannot change the location of a home.
You could have the best home imaginable, but none of the fancy details will matter as much if it happens to be in the absolute worst location. Homebuyers want to live in welcoming areas. They want to be in a good school district so their children can get the best possible education. They want to have easy access to everyday conveniences. Homebuyers want to feel safe and proud to call the area home.
The following are a few neighborhood details that can help to increase the value of your home.
Walker-Friendly
In a time where everyone is so attached to their phones and computers, it is always refreshing to just get outside and walk. Homebuyers like to see houses that embrace walking outside. Sidewalks and trails are appealing to those who like to exercise outside, walk their dogs or push their babies around in a stroller. An added bonus is if they can walk to places like like the grocery store, restaurants, bars or coffee shops.
Close to Starbucks
Speaking of coffee shops, there are homebuyers today who are specifically choosing to purchase homes that are close to coffee shops. Think about it – most of us drink coffee every morning, and there is nothing that makes a neighborhood truly feel like home than walking into the local coffee shop and having the baristas know your name and order. In fact, recent numbers indicate that homes closest to Starbucks locations almost doubled in value. Being close to a coffee shop can make it convenient to get your caffeine fix and boost your home value.
Amenities
Homebuyers are also attracted to the amenities that come with a neighborhood. Access to features like pools, parks fitness centers and tennis courts can improve your resale and property value.
What does your neighborhood have that make your home more valuable?
Shelly Henderson
Shelly calls herself a “Charlottean” because her family has been there since her elementary school days. She serves as Henderson Properties’ co-founder, along with her husband Phil, managing the day-to-day operations, social media branding and leadership development. Her different life experiences, both positive and challenging, earned the title to her first book Starting From Scratch. Shelly has a servant’s heart and leads her company with purpose and passion. She is mom to two sons who continue as young adults to make her heart swell.