When working with my buyer clients, we are often comparing the “top 3” list of homes. And here’s my insight for you —- it’s not necessarily about the square footage and price! It’s what’s most important to you - the buyer. So let me tell you a story.

Recently, I was helping my client find her new home and we were looking at several new builds. One build was complete and 2 others only had framing and drywall. In the process, she kept gravitating toward one of the new builds that had a very large covered patio and what appeared to be a “larger” backyard.

So, ultimately, I created this info graphic to help my client compare the things that were really important to her - the patio and greenspace! As we worked through the space comparisons, we were surprised to see that House B, with larger square footage on a smaller lot, actually has a GREATER outdoor space because the home’s footprint was smaller. Yes, the patio for House A is larger, but the net effect of a pretty good sized patio and yard space for House B made it the best choice for my client (plus a better floorplan and finish out).

So, just like we say you can’t judge a book by it’s cover, you can’t just a house simply by it’s square footage. The analysis must focus on what’s important to you!