"Americans valued location, flexibility and comfort over square footage and flashy upgrades when searching for homes to purchase this year, according to the 2025 Zillow Zeitgeist report. "2025 was the year people stopped searching for more home and started searching for more meaning at home," Amanda Pendleton, Zillow's home trends expert, said in a press release. "Across the country, buyers want homes that can flex for family, offer access to nature and deliver small daily comforts that make life feel easier and more joyful.""
"Evidence points to Boston condo for sale shoppers prioritizing the experiences they'll have in their home over the style or size. Homebuyer interest in yards and patios, plus water-related features like lakes, ponds, docks and beaches, spiked in 2025. Searches for water frontage even increased in popularity in states with historically low interest, like Mississippi, Montana and Oklahoma, and outpaced 2024 frontrunners including "acreage," "duplex" and "ranch.""
Americans prioritized location, flexibility and comfort instead of larger square footage and flashy upgrades when shopping for homes. Buyers sought homes that can flex for family needs, provide access to nature and offer small daily comforts that simplify life. Interest in yards, patios and water-related features such as lakes, ponds, docks and beaches rose sharply, including in states with historically low demand. Searches for luxury keywords like mansion and acreage declined nationwide. Demand grew for accessory dwelling units, guest houses, casitas and in-law suites to support multigenerational living or rental income. Regional preferences emphasized local architectural styles and landscape features.
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