If you’re thinking about listing your property this year, you’ll need to go beyond the purely decorative touches and a neatly trimmed garden that you’ve been told will win over buyers.
This year, the housing market will slowly undergo a shift of emphasis with a greater focus on green-related efficiencies rather than pure luxury, such as wet-edge swimming pools.
Buyers are increasingly focused on their bottom line and environmental impact, turning what used to be luxury green tech upgrades into core expectations.
Buyers will focus on the mortgage repayments required to purchase your home but also the day-to-day running costs. Consequently, energy-conscious features are dominating their thinking.
This trend signals that your home isn’t just shelter but an asset whose long-term operational cost matters more than its immediate curb appeal.
For owners, leveraging these insights is key to commanding attention and maximizing the value of the property.
If you’re thinking of selling, our agency would be delighted to help you with your property needs and talk to you about the priorities and preferences of buyers in our area right now.
Here are six features that buyers are starting to ask for consistently:
Water-saving fixtures – These are the big kahuna, leading the charge with explosive growth. They use at least 20% less water than standard fixtures, appealing directly to the buyer’s wallet.
Net-Zero-Energy homes – A home built to the standard of producing as much or more energy than it consumes is a massive differentiator. Such technology is no longer for the mega-rich. It has filtered into median-priced listings.
EV charging – With gas prices volatile and electric vehicles going mainstream, having a dedicated charging setup is highly desirable, especially if you already have solar panels.
Battery backup – Once a niche feature, these solar and battery systems are now seen as a crucial layer of home resilience.
Smart lighting – These systems support efficiency and convenience, allowing owners to easily manage their energy use and ambiance.
Seller’s advantage: If you have a host of green technology features, be sure to market them prominently. If you don’t, understand that they’re rapidly becoming a market expectation rather than a premium perk. Frame your home’s infrastructure as future-proofed.