7 Things Home Buyers Want Most
Selling your house? These features are in demand.
1. Laundry Room
Cost to install: $1,000 to $10,000
2. Exterior Lighting
Cost to install: $63 to $135 per fixture
3. Energy-Efficient Windows and Appliances
Cost to install: Appliances vary; $270 to $800 per window
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4. Patio
Cost to install: $961 per 120 square feet of concrete
5. Hardwood Floors
Cost to install: $1,473 per 120 square feet of unfinished hardwood
6. Garage Storage Space
Cost to install: $2,025 to $2,363 for a 380-square-foot space
7. Eat-In Kitchen
Cost to install: $1,000 to $10,000
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