3 essential purchasing criteria in 2021
The current context has had a lot of impact on our way of life and our way of seeing things. What seemed important to us yesterday may not be important today, while other things are. Purchasing behavior has thus evolved in recent months and the enthusiasm of the real estate market demonstrates this. Sutton Quebec looks back on 3 essential purchasing criteria in 2021.
1. An outdoor space
With confinement, the feeling of confinement has reinforced the tendency to want to benefit from an outdoor space.
A balcony or terrace for apartments and condos
When looking for an apartment, future buyers do not neglect the presence of at least a balcony. The large terraces provoke new favourites! The same goes for condos that offer services such as access to a roof terrace, a significant asset that can also make all the difference.
A large lot for houses
For houses, future buyers are looking for large lots! Terrace, swimming pool, garden are all criteria that no longer appear in the “concessions to be made” column. Being able to benefit from space gives a feeling of freedom when staying at home.
2. An additional room
Teleworking is now part of the daily life of many people. Because from temporary it has become permanent, new realities have arisen such as:
- be well equipped with a real desk, a big screen, a good chair and no longer on the sofa;
- isolate yourself when the children are also at home;
- dedicate a space to separate your professional and personal life.
Thus, the purchasing criteria evolve with the search for an additional room to properly organize your teleworking space.
3. A return to nature
The confinement got the better of the apartments in the downtown center. The 2020 real estate market figures demonstrate this. The attraction of the regions is a fact: a desire to change the environment, a desire for large spaces, a desire to develop your exterior, to garden, etc. The houses are therefore extremely successful and are selling for a high price.
Buying an apartment or a house and feeling good at home has become even more essential with the pandemic. Also find our article on how to define your buying criteria for buying a property.
