Hi,
I would like to know if having a bathtub increases or decreases your property value?
thanks
Hi,
It depends on who you are marketing your property towards. Is it a trendy apartment/unit meant to entice young singles/couples without kids or a house meant for families?
I'm not sure how it affects value, but the singles/couple may prefer a double shower or double vanity. Someone with kids or planning them will definately prefer a bath, even if its only the smallest one. I think this would apply for resale and rental prospects.
Just my opinion,
Sueyup, a bath is always good for a family rental, I would think not having one would be a detraction to a property. I've just bought one, and they have renovated and taken it out, however, I have the chance as its a high set to build in downstairs, add a bedroom and another bathroom, and yup, the bath will go in there, even if its a shower over the bath situation, at least gives you the flexability then.
Maybe not improve the value too much, but certainly the appeal factor in most cases.
Without trying to be sexist; most women love baths, and the chances of a woman living in your property at some point are good.
But as Diclem says; who is the target market?
Personally; I would always have one in the property. Without them the bathroom looks empty if it's a big room, and looks like a powder room if it's a small room.
well if it comes to a choice between shower and bath….go the shower everytime. And none of that 'shower over the bath' business. Everyone hates those. If it's a small bathroom, put in a shower and towel cupboard.
Regardless of Marc's comments I think the last time I had a bath was over 9yrs ago when I was pregnant.
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