Curious about which home features are most important to buyers? A recent survey by Porch.com reveals that the number 1 most sought-after home feature amongst buyers is a back porch or deck. Close 2nd and 3rd were a newly renovated kitchen and hardwood flooring. The ever-popular open-floor plan came in at a surprisingly 5th on the list trailing behind a finished garage. Other desired features included a finished basement, natural light, newly renovated bathrooms, energy efficiency and newly renovated bedrooms. The back porch or deck was the number one feature for baby boomers, generation x and millennials alike. On average, buyers were willing to pay between an additional $2,532 – $4,570 more than their budget for homes with the features they most desired.
