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
AllatoonaThis home has a spacious and open floor plan. The kitchen island is angled towards the living room, offering an ideal layout for entertaining. Within the kitchen...
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- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100185283 MLS
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- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100185281 MLS
AveryThis gorgeous two-story home features an open floor plan and high-end finishes. In the kitchen, you will find a complete suite of Whirlpool(r) appliances, sprawling ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100185233 MLS
Offered for sale is this new construction low maintenance 2 bedroom home within walking distance to the boardwalk at Carolina Beach. This rare opportunity to own a new h...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 100185240 MLS
Incredible Opportunity to live off picturesque Beasley Road in New Construction Home built by locally owned and operated Premier Homes. The Home Place is nestled amongst ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100185206 MLS
Fabulous all brick one story home in Motts Village featuring an open floor plan with three bedrooms, three baths on an oversized lot with yard maintenance by the associat...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100185151 MLS
Urban cottage meets farmhouse built in 2016 in an older neighborhood with lots of charm -the best of all worlds! Marble countertops, wood flooring, gorgeous, well kept ho...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100185127 MLS
Don't miss this delightful coastal cottage in Anchors Bend! With 3262 s/f, 5 BR and 3 BA, you will love the welcoming front porch and sunny entryway. The heart of the ho...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100185124 MLS
The Hayward is a beautiful 3 bedroom/ 2 bathroom Estate style home. This home has a beautiful long Foyer that is detailed with 4ft craftsman single box wainscoting. Lamin...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100185121 MLS
Welcome home to this immaculate 4 Br/4 Ba coastal craftsman in the premier, waterfront community of RiverLights! Cross the rocking chair front porch into a spacious open ...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100185027 MLS
4 bed 3.5 bath single family home w/ 2,500 sq. ft in the highly sought after Vineyard Plantation subdivision in Porters Neck. Features include laminate flooring, crown mo...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100184953 MLS
Really nice 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 2 story home is in the Adams Landing subdivision and very centrally located. Easy access to Carolina Beach, local shopping, schools, His...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100184889 MLS
Immediately fall in love with the Shinnwood West community and this lovely two story home with rocking chair front porch. Enter in to find hardwood floors and open floor ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100184874 MLS
McKee Homes presents the Nelson II with open floorplan and covered front porch. The first floor features a large kitchen with island and breakfast nook, family room with ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100184752 MLS
Beautiful 3-year-old home located in the front of The Cape for easy access. The home was built by a local builder for his personal home and features tons of upgrades such...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100184734 MLS
Welcome to your new home - from your rocking chair front porch to your lovely entry foyer. This wonderful one-owner Stevens Fine Home is centrally located in Wilmington....
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100184725 MLS
Welcome to coastal luxury, located in the sought after waterfront community, Tidalwalk! The open floor plan welcomes you with natural light and gorgeous attention to deta...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100183511 MLS
Brand new construction with a classic beach cottage feel. Everyone loves an old beach cottage, but no one loves the work that comes with it! Sprawling rocking chair front...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 100184694 MLS
Welcome to Waterstone a new single family community in the Porters Neck area Luxury meets nature at your doorstep The amenities include a Community Pool,Community Day Doc...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 100133906 MLS
Design. Style. Function. PBC Design + Build continues the tradition of delivering award winning signature homes to Wrightsville Beach. This architecturally compelling res...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 100184645 MLS
Currently under construction with an October, 2019 completion date, these beautiful townhomes are an OCEAN FRONT jewel. Total of 8 bedrooms, each with it's own bath, Com...
- 8 Beds
- 10 Baths
- 100184477 MLS
BRAND NEW MOVE IN READY HOME!!! Murrayville Crossing presents the Arden Plan. 1885 SqFt w/4 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths! OPEN Floor plan! Kitchen with GRANITE, Stainless Steel...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100184405 MLS
Offered for sale is this new construction 3 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom, 1,944 square foot home conveniently located near the entrance of Beau Rivage Golf & Resort. This hom...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 100184390 MLS
Offered for sale is this new construction 3 bedroom and 2.5 bathroom, 1,944 square foot home conveniently located near the entrance of Beau Rivage Golf & Resort. This hom...
- 3 Beds
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- 100184381 MLS
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