For families in search of a new home, buying new construction offers plenty of benefits.
Purchasing a new unit in a planned community can have serious advantages, eliminating unnecessary costs and labor associated with buying a pre-owned home.
These are some reasons buying a newly constructed home may make sense for you.
Energy efficiency compliance
An upside of new construction in California is that it must be energy compliant. Any building in the state permitted on or after January 1, 2020 must comply with the California Energy Commission’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards. Through the use of efficient insulation, double-paned windows and solar panels, new homes must adhere to these standards, an update on the Commission’s 2016 requirements. Good news for the environment and your wallet.
Move-in ready
Buying a new home is a great option for prospective homebuyers working on a fixed budget or tight timeline. New constructions in California must be compliant with the 2019 California Building Standards Code, updated every three years. Per these standards, new buyers can rest assured their plumbing, mechanical and other structural features are up to code. New units also come ready-fitted with musts like ovens, microwaves and dishwashers, sparing homebuyers the headache of upgrading appliances.
Smart technology integration
A convenient benefit of new construction is smart home technology. Builders partnering with Amazon offer buyers new units ready-integrated with Alexa, Ring and other services that will give you a sense of comfort and security in your home.
Little maintenance required
A new home comes with the significant financial perk of low maintenance costs. Up-to-code construction, new appliances and front yard landscaping means new owners won’t have to worry about coming out of pocket for unexpected costs, and affords families the ability to more quickly settle in and explore their new communities.
First location pick
Another advantage to buying a home in a new community is having priority pick of the available lots. By buying early in a planned neighborhood, homeowners have more freedom in selecting where their house is located in the community, with more options to find the home model best suited to their families.
Modern layouts and design
Moving into a newly constructed home is the fresh start of a long sentimental journey for families. And there’s no better way to kick off the adventure than with a house that appeals to your aesthetic senses. For prospective buyers in Northern California, a new home outside of the core Bay Area is a chance to enjoy luxury structures that draw on classic architectural styles, are designed with flexible floorplans and built-in amenities.
Lifestyle amenities
New construction offers buyers not just the delights of a new home, but a new community fitted with public amenities for a range of lifestyles. In a master planned community, residents who are tired of living at a bustling pace can enjoy a variety of options for leisure activities, including walking trails, public parks, restaurants, and even lakes with gorgeous views.