{"id":19274,"date":"2021-07-30T19:24:27","date_gmt":"2021-07-30T19:24:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fultongrace.com\/blog\/?p=19274"},"modified":"2021-07-30T19:26:40","modified_gmt":"2021-07-30T19:26:40","slug":"home-features-that-millennial-homebuyers-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fultongrace.com\/blog\/home-features-that-millennial-homebuyers-love\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Features That Millennial Homebuyers Love"},"content":{"rendered":"

A sellers\u2019 market doesn\u2019t guarantee millennial homebuyers will be sold on your house. People between the age of 22 and 40 make up 37% of the home buying market, so it\u2019s crucial to market to millennials when selling your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Chicago is a bustling mega center of industry, culture, and entertainment — it is the place where millennials want to be. Nearby parks,<\/span> biking trails<\/span>,<\/span><\/a> restaurants, and shopping bring everything together for a perfect relaxed but on-the-go lifestyle. When selling to millennials, adding these current features to your home will help entice a bidding war.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Kitchen\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Today\u2019s homebuyer wants space — and lots of it. A big, open kitchen for cooking, eating, and hanging out is a focal point for informal gatherings. It may not be possible to knock down a wall or two, but you can update the kitchen with<\/span> energy-efficient appliances<\/span><\/a>, fresh paint or wallpaper, new light fixtures, and new cabinetry. Formal dining rooms aren\u2019t a draw for homebuyers these days, but a big bright kitchen and \u201ccommunity space\u201d get the job done.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bed and Bath<\/span><\/h3>\n

Bedroom closets are at a premium; the more space, the better. Installing a closet organizing system is a plus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bathrooms are one of the most used areas of the house — they are bound to need a makeover, especially in older homes. Replace outdated vinyl and linoleum with modern flooring available at home improvement stores. Rusty faucets, scummy shower doors, and chipped mirrors are ready for recycling.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Lighting<\/span><\/h3>\n

Bright light is a top feature for homebuyers. If the house doesn\u2019t have many windows, <\/span>energy-efficient lighting<\/span><\/a> cuts down on electricity usage and utility bills. Circulating ceiling fans help reduce air conditioning costs during Chicago\u2019s hot summers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Office Space<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dedicated space for office work or home projects is an attractive feature for millennial buyers. If the house doesn\u2019t have a den or basement (or you cannot turn a bedroom into an office), create space with a couple of room dividers in an area closest to a window. Set up a \u201cchill and bill\u201d location for reading, social media, emails, paying bills, and playing games. Include a table next to electrical outlets for charging mobile phones, computers, and tablets.<\/span><\/p>\n

Houses must be wired for the internet, Wi-Fi, mobile hotspots, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Create a \u201csmart\u201d home for those who want to control the thermostat, lighting, locks, and appliances with a tap of their cell phone.<\/span><\/p>\n

Outdoors<\/span><\/h2>\n

Curb appeal and a well-kept lawn is what bring potential buyers inside. Ragged, weedy, torn-up lawns tell would-be buyers about the work needed for revival. (Millennials want the big house projects done <\/span>before<\/span><\/i> they move in!)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yard Work<\/span><\/h3>\n

Yard Work is standard for any homeowner, but while the house is on the sales market, do these lawn and flower bed chores every week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n