“Real Estate Expert Reveals Top Home Features and Decor Trends for 2024”
Real estate expert reveals the most in-demand home features and decor for 2024
New data compiled by a real estate expert identifies the home features and interior design choices homebuyers searched for the most last year. The findings analyze nationwide and state Google searches for terms related to sought-after home features and interior design elements.
Across the US, the most in-demand features were ceiling fans, kitchen islands, and solar panels, while the top design choice was a framed TV. The expert reveals the quick home upgrades you should prioritize ahead of spring, as that’s generally the best time to list your house for sale.
The data found that the most popular home feature in the US is ceiling fans, attracting an average of 68.5 monthly Google searches per 100k of the population. This is good news for the reported 70% of households with ceiling fans. However, it suggests that properties that don’t have ceiling fans fitted may prove a dealbreaker for prospective buyers who aren’t planning on installing their own.
The second most sought-after feature is a kitchen island, with an average of 61.7 monthly searches per 100k residents. This may be due to practical benefits such as more storage space and extra countertop space and their appeal to fans of a farmhouse aesthetic.
Following as the third most worthwhile feature for prospective sellers to invest in is solar panels, attracting an average of 56.5 searches per 100k residents each month. Solar panels reduce electricity bills, benefit the environment, and increase a home’s overall value, with demand rising due to an increased focus on sustainability.
In terms of interior design choices, the most attractive is a framed TV, which is when a picture frame is placed around the screen so that still images look like framed art. They are particularly popular on TikTok and are searched for an average of 26.9 searches monthly (per 100k).
As well as looking at which home features and design trends dominated searches in 2023, the data also identifies which see a surge in interest over spring (March, April, May), which is generally regarded as the best time of year to sell a property. Demand for skylights increases by 11% at this time of year, rising from an average of 22.0 searches monthly per 100k residents to 24.4 searches.
Overall, the data provides valuable insights for homeowners looking to sell their properties and make them more appealing to potential buyers. By focusing on the most in-demand home features and interior design choices, sellers can increase the attractiveness of their homes and stand out in a competitive market.