Survey reveals must-have home features

A walk-in closet and fireplace are among some of the top amenities homebuyers are looking for in their dream home, according to a recent survey from Homes.com American Dream survey.

Homes.com gathered 455 responses from the site’s database of more than 2,000 people. Of the 455 responses, more than half opted for a detached single-family home, with less than one percent choosing a duplex.

Almost half of the respondents would choose to live in the country in a four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with more than 2,000 sq. ft. Top amenities include a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom and fireplace.

“Compared to desired in-home amenities from a decade ago, the amenities chosen here prove that Americans are opting for convenience with choices like sunrooms, basements and screened-in porches topping the list of specialty rooms,” the report stated.

As for the ideal second home location, more than 35.4 percent chose a “peaceful lake-front cabin,” with the “Caribbean villa” coming in second at 34.3 percent.

Highlights of the survey include:

• 74.3 percent of respondents’ ideal home is a detached single-family home
• 39 percent picked the countryside as their ideal location
• 43 percent prefer four-bedroom homes
• 43 percent want three bathrooms
• 77.9 percent chose a walk-in closet among their top amenities
• 44.6 percent prefer a screened-in porch
• 30.2 percent say a deck is a must-have feature