{"id":47512,"date":"2023-11-14T17:27:07","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T17:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prosfunds.com\/news\/hot-2024-real-estate-trends-feature-wellness-benefits\/"},"modified":"2023-11-14T17:27:08","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T17:27:08","slug":"hot-2024-real-estate-trends-feature-wellness-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prosfunds.com\/?p=47512","title":{"rendered":"Hot 2024 Real Estate Trends Feature Wellness Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Zillow recently announced its six hottest home trends to watch for in 2024. Four of them are wellness related. No one should be surprised by this, as homeowners are increasingly acknowledging and appreciating the links between their living spaces and quality of life. That\u2019s showing up in both home improvement and resale reports.<\/p>\n

Here are the trends the real estate platform cited, and why designers and real estate professionals interviewed in writing about them agree \u2014 with a few caveats.<\/p>\n

Sensory Gardens and Pathways<\/h2>\n

What Zillow reported:<\/h3>\n

\u201cSensory gardens have been surging in popularity, with homeowners and home buyers prioritizing functional and beautiful outdoor space as a way to reconnect with nature. Listings mentioning sensory gardens or pathways are up 314% compared to last year.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Zillow home trends expert Amanda Pendleton ties this popular amenity to the extended time we spent at home during the pandemic increasing our passion for connecting with nature. \u201cSensory gardens concentrate those benefits by engaging all five senses,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re appearing most often in Philadelphia and Chicago metro areas, she noted.<\/p>\n

What Experts Say:<\/h3>\n

\u201cThe demand for sensory outdoor experiences has been growing, driven by families and work-from-home professionals who value both educational outdoor spaces for children and a tranquil environment to offset home offices,\u201d noted Megan Majd with Compass on Los Angeles\u2019 Westside. She sees potential marketability enhancement from these features. \u201cGreenery and outdoor spaces are always on the wishlist for buyers. Sensory gardens cater to a particular clientele who is aware of the wellness value these bring to their lives.\u201d<\/p>\n

Charleston, South Carolina-based landscape architect Glenn Gardner commented, \u201cSensory gardens and paths are a part of nearly all [our] projects, whether they are specifically requested or not \u2014 as I use them as a part of good design.\u201d He includes fragrant elements like jasmine, gardenia, citrus blossoms, and tea olives. \u201cIt\u2019s also wonderful to integrate an occasional edible like blueberries or figs along a pathway to grab a few while in the garden and eat while wandering. I am also a big fan of tucking herbs into the landscape, being able to run out and grab some sprigs of rosemary, bay leaves, thyme and oregano.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cold Plunge Pools<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What Zillow reported:<\/h3>\n

\u201cCold plunge pools are the hottest wellness trend of 2024, touted by influencers as a way to improve circulation and reduce inflammation. The share of listings that feature an at-home cold plunge pool is up 130% compared to last year.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pendleton commented, \u201cWe typically see built-in cold plunge pools as a feature in luxury homes, but there are an increasing number of portable plunge pools now on the market. From large plug-in models to inflatable plunge pools, anyone can get the benefits of a cold-plunge pool at all different price points, making this wellness trend more accessible than ever.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cold plunge pools are most frequently mentioned in for-sale listings in Stamford, Connecticut and Las Vegas.<\/p>\n

What Experts Say:<\/h3>\n

Los Angeles-based Sally Forster Jones of SFJ Group at Compass declared, \u201cAnyone at the higher end of the market sees this as a new requirement, and if there isn’t a cold plunge, they are having one installed.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIn recent years people seem to have the attitude that they will definitely get their money back (or perhaps more) with a tastefully designed pool,\u201d Gardner observed. He does point out that cold plunge pools aren\u2019t being driven by the same whole household impulses as other recreational features. \u201cIt tends to be just one family member who has embraced the therapy and wants to enjoy it at home as opposed to having to go to the gym or spa.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pickleball Courts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

What Zillow reported:<\/h3>\n

\u201cThis fast-paced paddle sport is becoming a sought-after amenity in backyards and neighborhoods. Nationwide, pickleball mentions are up 64% compared to last year.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cPickleball is accessible and appealing to all ages,\u201d Pendleton observed, noting that it offers both fitness and social interaction benefits. \u201cWith the sport\u2019s rising popularity, a dedicated at-home or nearby neighborhood pickleball court has become a selling point for many homebuyers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mentions of pickleball courts are most common in for-sale listings in Sarasota and Provo, Utah.<\/p>\n

What Experts Say:<\/h3>\n

\u201cAs the wellness movement continues to build momentum, buyer expectations are becoming more sophisticated,\u201d shared New York City-based real estate agent Taylor Middleton of Douglas Elliman. She serves that metro, the Hamptons, and South Florida. \u201cMy clients \u2014 in particular my international and California buyers \u2014 are prioritizing contemporary options.\u201d She sees pickleball courts (and plunge pools) likely having the most enduring appeal and value enhancement among the four Zillow wellness trends. Ultimately, Middleton surmised, \u201cThe main resale appeal is that in time, these amenities will become buyer expectations.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cPickleball has definitely been a family recreation conversation,\u201d Gardner reported, citing its physical and social benefits, as well as the fact that it takes less space than tennis. \u201cWe have clients hosting parties at home based around pickleball tournaments with groups of friends. In several cases it\u2019s being used as a destination activity to draw friends and family over to spend time.\u201d<\/p>\n

It’s worth noting that the noise and lights of pickleball courts can be a negative factor for some properties and communities.<\/p>\n

Murals<\/h2>\n

What Zillow reported:<\/h3>\n

\u201cHomeowners and home buyers are saying goodbye to bland in favor of personality-packed homes. Murals are showing up 18% more often in for-sale homes and they\u2019re more accessible than ever. Wallpaper murals are now readily available and depict all types of scenes, from large-scale landscapes to modern botanicals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Pendleton commented that \u201cPersonalization is a growing trend in interiors as homeowners increasingly want their homes reflect who they are and how they live. Murals make a visual statement, create ambiance and can be an instant conversation starter.\u201d<\/p>\n

Murals are most commonly found in for-sale listings in McAllen, Texas and Tucson.<\/p>\n

What Experts Say:<\/h3>\n

\u201cWhen done properly, and pending the home\u2019s target homebuyer, a mural can certainly add to a home\u2019s appeal. Especially for a younger homebuyer,\u201d stated Orange County, California Compass agent Todd Davis.<\/p>\n

Architect William Court practicing in Savannah and Bluffton, South Carolina shared that, \u201cWe have used custom murals and wall coverings on a number of homes. Each one tends to present a unique point of view and is often highly personal to our clients. It is an impact statement, so it takes a certain sense of commitment on their behalf.\u201d He does not anticipate that these design statements will benefit the home\u2019s real estate value. \u201cResale did not come into the conversation, but the sense of quality and finish were certainly discussed,\u201d he noted. He did relate that one of the projects unexpectedly became a spec house and the new owner was attracted to the hand painted panels in the study.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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