New vs "Resale" Homes
As you search for your dream home, you'll probably hear a variety of opinions on whether you should purchase a newly built home or a resale home.
There are advantages to both, and your individual needs, not the age of the structure, should be foremost in deciding which is best for you. For a better idea of which type may be more suited to your needs, let's look at the advantages of both new and resale homes.
Why buy a new home?
Perhaps you love the idea that you can be a home's very first owner. Everything is new and shiny, the neighbors are probably also just moving in, and you can customize the floor plan and colors. Buying a new home can be fun and exciting. Here are some other advantages:
- New homes are built with new materials and appliances, so less maintenance is typically required than with resale homes.
- They often possess more safety features and fewer health hazards to conform to today's building codes.
- Many homebuilders offer warranties in case certain problems develop over time.
- The home's major appliances and systems also typically include manufacturers' warranties.
- They typically feature modern architecture and layout such as great rooms, bigger closets, and additional bathrooms, which often replaces the formal dining and/or living rooms of older homes.
- New homes are usually well-insulated due to better windows, more efficient heating and cooling equipment, and greater use of insulation.
- The homes are often made with materials requiring less maintenance, such as aluminum siding, vinyl windows, and pressure-treated wood decks that resist rot and insects.
- They can be easier to customize than resale homes since you can choose many details ranging from floor plans and paint colors to faucets and light fixtures.
- New homes are more apt to be wired with new technologies in mind, such as being pre-wired for multiple phone lines, high-speed Internet connections and extra cable outlets.
Why buy a resale home?
Housing styles have changed with time, and you might favor more traditional layouts and features. Older houses and neighborhoods may have more character and charm. The trees are full-grown, and the neighbors can tell you all about your new hometown. Here are some other advantages:
- Resale homes may provide more opportunities for home improvements.
- They typically have more land than newer properties due to changes in land-use patterns.
- The homes are often in older, more convenient metro areas rather than outlying suburbs.
- You can use the existing home as a base for building a unique property through modernization or expansion.
- Resales tend to be less expensive than new properties and more likely to come complete with items that may cost extra with a new home such as blinds, landscaping, built-ins, etc.
- Depending on the state, resale homes may have lower property tax rates.
- Owners usually aren't required to pay for the local bonds that are sometimes associated with new development, such as for schools, parks, or road or transportation improvements.
- These homes often have more traditional layouts, which may include such areas as formal living and dining rooms.
- Buyers can most likely purchase a larger home for the same money with a resale than with new construction.
- Buyers often have more room for negotiating the price or terms of sale than new homes.
As you can see, both offer significant, but very different advantages. Keep in mind that the real question shouldn't be about whether to buy a new or used home. It's more about finding which individual property will best meet the needs of you and your family.
New Homes
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- 100139863 MLS
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- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139815 MLS
Bellaport is a brand new 39 home community located within walking distance to Anderson Elementary, Murray Middle and Ashley High Schools, and the sports complex at Vetera...
- 5 Beds
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- 100139814 MLS
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- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139805 MLS
Murrayville Crossing is the newest D.R. Horton community! The Penwell plan is the same as the model home! This home has a flex/ dining room when you enter into the foyer....
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139763 MLS
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- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139758 MLS
Murrayville Crossing is D.R. Horton's newest community! Located off Murrayville Rd right over the I-40 overpass. Murrayville Crossing has lots of trees for privacy surrou...
- 4 Beds
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- 100139756 MLS
Enjoy Island life in desirable Kure Beach!! Brand New-Luxury Ocean View Duplex being constructed on prime beach road location! There are 4 large bedrooms, 3 full baths a...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139738 MLS
Enjoy Island Life in highly desirable Kure Beach!! Brand New-Luxury Ocean View Duplex being constructed on prime beach road location. There are 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139723 MLS
Landfall - spectacular contemporary new construction by world renowned Parker Construction Group located just off the Intracoastal Waterway and nestled up to one of Landf...
- 5 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 100139518 MLS
The Alston is a one story 3 bed 2 bath spacious ranch at 1734 sq feet. The 17x8 covered back porch is a great place for privacy with this home backing up to the conserv...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100139502 MLS
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- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100139471 MLS
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- 3 Beds
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- 100139411 MLS
The PARKSIDE PLAN by Horizon Homes is designed to suit your needs and lifestyle. The main living area boasts an open floor plan what opens to a grand screened lanai. Ha...
- 4 Beds
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- 100139396 MLS
Built by award Winner Robuck Homes. Elegant Harrington French Country - Great Ranch living with flex room. Gleaming hardwoods and beautiful finishes welcome you to this 3...
- 3 Beds
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- 100139375 MLS
The popular Alder floor plan in Middle Sound Loop's Overlook subdivision efficiently meets the needs of any buyer. Officially offering 6 bedrooms, this 3300+sf of well pl...
- 6 Beds
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- 100139189 MLS
This home features a guest suite on the first floor, an open kitchen with an island and pantry, and a bay window breakfast area. A spacious great room is adjacent to the ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139269 MLS
The ''Wrightsville'' is an open concept ranch plan. Covered front and rear porches. The entrance of this home opens to a foyer with and leads to a spacious family room. T...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139236 MLS
Our homes are built and designed by Hagood Homes, a team of innovators, both from the personal design, to a building experience which has awarded them numerous accolades ...
- 4 Beds
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- 100139210 MLS
Incredible brand-new townhome located across the street from the beach. There are 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus a game room / loft. Stunningly beautiful tiled bath/shower wi...
- 3 Beds
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- 100139200 MLS
Incredible brand-new townhome located across the street from the beach with ocean views. There are 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a loft. There are bedrooms on all levels....
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100139199 MLS
The Lanai is one of our most popular new plans! SO much room! River Oaks is an established n'hood off of River Road, close to Carolina Beach & all your amenities. This 3 ...
- 3 Beds
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- 100139145 MLS
Presented for sale is a new home with amazing ocean views for you to wake up to every morning. This homes features include: a top level living area with views off the liv...
- 4 Beds
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- 100139083 MLS
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