5 Trends That Will Be Popular With Homebuyers in 2025

When it comes to housing trends, the new year will be all about comfort, technology, and sustainability. That's according to housing market platform Zillow, which analyzed hundreds of home listings throughout the course of the year to identify the five top trends that can be expected in 2025. Based on this data, homebuyers are looking to blend old-world charm with modern technology to create comfortable, resilient homes. Whole-home batteries and EV chargers seem to be a major selling point for buyers, along with vintage-inspired design features.

"Technology has enabled homeowners to live more sustainably and more affordably, which is a growing priority for prospective buyers," said Amanda Pendleton, Zillow's home trends expert. "Energy-efficient and climate-resilient home features are quickly gaining popularity as homeowners look to keep costs down, including insurance costs. At the same time, a home is not just a checklist of practical features, it's a feeling. Homeowners and buyers today are looking to the past to create a sense of warmth, character and comfort in even the most high-tech environments." Read more