PHOTO: Real Estate Institute chief executive Bindi Norwell is feeling optimistic.
Buyers seem to be looking for big back gardens and houses with home office spaces in the post-lockdown world, real estate commentators say.
With restrictions loosening, more real estate activity is happening again.
But what buyers want may be changing.
Bindi Norwell, chief executive of the Real Estate Institute, said she had heard buyers were looking for large outdoor areas, decks and homes with outdoor rooms or spa pools.
“Additionally, homes with an office or study are also becoming highly sought-after as people realise the benefits of working from home and reducing their commute time,” she said.
Nigel Jeffries, head of Trade Me Property, said some people might be looking to shift after several weeks stuck at home.
“In some cases our homes haven’t proven up to the task and for those who have survived the lockdown and maintained jobs, we will be house hunting energetically the first chance we get.
“There will be some people who will be looking for a bigger property after several weeks stuck at home. They might decide they need more living space, want a home office, or have enjoyed being outside in the garden during lockdown and want more space.
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