Top 10 home trends for 2021: Ways to make it easier to work, exercise, study and relax – OregonLive

The top home trends predicted for 2021 a permanent home office and resort-style living, indoors and out are directly connected to needs we discovered while staying put during the coronavirus pandemic.

Researchers at the real estate marketplace Zillow came up with 10 home updates people want to make it easier to continue to work, exercise, study and relax at home.

From Zoom rooms to smart-home technology, these trends will make homes more functional, comfortable and safe for the whole family, and in some cases, even add value, according to a Zillow news release.

In this weeks real estate gallery, we look at the top 10 trends for 2021 as predicted by Zillow and a Portland-area home for sale with that feature.

A heated, in-ground pool and relaxing outdoor areas are available at 3624 S.E. Rex St. in Portlands Eastmoreland neighborhood, which is listed by Katie Beymer and Jean Beymer of Oregon First.Oregon First

With nowhere to vacation, home shoppers moved pool to the top Zillow keyword search term in 2020. Waterfront and dock were also frequently sought.

For sale: A heated, in-ground pool and relaxing outdoor area are available at 3624 S.E. Rex St. in Portlands Eastmoreland neighborhood.

The 7,405-square-foot lot also has a putting green and garden space. An attached garage with high ceilings can be used by an artist, woodworker or car collector, or for recreation.

The traditional-style house, built in 1939 and remodeled and expanded in 2015, has a bonus room, media room, six bedrooms, three bathrooms and 3,875 square feet of living space.

Resort-style living. Floor plan for multi-generational living, says Katie Beymer with Jean Beymer of Oregon First, who listed the property at $989,000.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a pool.

Home office in Portland Heights: 2434 S.W. 17th Ave. is listed by Natalie Strom with Yonette Fine of Living Room Realty.Living Room Realty

Being able to have a dedicated home office was the number one reason Americans working from home say they would consider a move, according to a Zillow survey. Employers who will allow telecommuting to continue after the pandemic is under control will make the desire for a Zoom room permanent.

For sale: A 1909 Craftsman house, built on a 6,534-square-foot lot at 2434 S.W. 17th Ave., has a home office with built-in counters and shelves in the finished basement next to a theater room.

The updated home has original features such as leaded glass, unpainted wood trim, wood floors and four fireplaces. There is a modern open kitchen with high-end appliances and an island.

The master suite on the fourth floor has 19 skylights and a view of Mount Saint Helens. There are four more bedrooms and three more bathrooms within the homes 5,519 square feet of living space.

Outside, there is a Japanese-style garden, sports court, level yard and a garage.

Pre-inspected and ready to go, says Natalie Strom with Yonette Fine of Living Room Realty, who listed the property at $1.95 million.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a home office or library.

11925 S.W. Belvidere Place can accommodate multi generations, says listing agent Joanne Doyle of Knipe Realty ERA Powered.Knipe Realty ERA Powered

Homes with a self-contained apartment in the lower level or in the backyard were used to shelter several generations of a family, especially when elderly members left retirement communities and young adults moved back home when colleges switched to virtual instructions and businesses closed due to the pandemic.

About one in six Americans currently live in multigenerational households, according to Generations United.

For sale: 11925 S.W. Belvidere Place in Cedar Hills can accommodate multi generations with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a home office, study room, home gym and 4,190 square feet of living space.

The daylight ranch, built in 1957 on 0.52 acres, has been restored and expanded with a two-story addition that allows for a main-floor master suite and lower-level guest suite.

Room for everyone, possibilities are endless, says Joanne Doyle of Knipe Realty ERA Powered, who listed the property at $1.2 million.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a floor plan for multi generations.

A gourmet kitchen is inside a custom estate on the Columbia River at 1525 N.E. Marine Dr. listing by Justin Harnish with Errol Bradley of Harnish Properties.Harnish Properties

A Zillow survey found 41% of people value a well-equipped kitchen more after stay-at-home orders closed restaurants. Most plan to continue to exhibit their culinary skills in the future, and home shoppers are looking for kitchens with bigger cabinets and an island.

For sale: A gourmet kitchen with an eating bar and pantry is inside a custom estate on the Columbia River at 1525 N.E. Marine Dr. in Portlands East Columbia neighborhood.

The Mediterranean-style house, built in 2005 on 0.61 acres, has five bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms and 6,310 square feet of living space.

Entertaining extends outdoors with a roll-up glass door, folding NanaWall, oversized patios and balconies. There is a man-cave with a bar and a 2,380-square-foot garage with heated floors.

A private boat dock can accommodate a 60-foot yacht.

Blocks to the Portland Yacht Club and golf course and PDX, says Justin Harnish with Errol Bradley of Harnish Properties, who listed the property at $2,748,000.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a gourmet kitchen.

11051 S. Riverwood Road in Portlands Riverdale neighborhood has a full outdoor kitchen, says listing agent Rosanne Vecchio of @HOME Property Group.@HOME Property Group

People see the value of having a large outdoor space after feeling cooped up during stay-at-home orders and wanting to entertain friends and family outdoors while socially distancing, according to a Zillow survey and Harris Poll.

Homes with a fire pit mentioned in the listing sold for 2.8% more than similar homes and those with an outdoor kitchen sold for 4.5% more, Zillow found. Smart sprinkler systems and outdoor lighting are other features that help a home sell up to 15 days faster than expected.

For sale: 11051 S. Riverwood Road in Portlands Riverdale neighborhood has a full outdoor kitchen.

The 0.7-acre property also has an apartment above the four-car garage that can be used as a home office, classroom or studio.

The traditional-style house, built in 2007, has a great room with a 30-foot-tall barrel ceiling and a grand gas fireplace, a gourmet kitchen with a huge pantry and a 132-bottle wine refrigerator, five bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms and 7,500 square feet of living space.

Private gated lot with seasonal river views, says Rosanne Vecchio of @HOME Property Group, which listed the property at $2,170,000.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with an outdoor kitchen.

1874 S.E. Woodward St. in Portlands Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood was built in 2019 with smart features, says listing agent Greg Messick of RealtyNET.RealtyNET

Builders, designers and real estate agents report that coronavirus-inspired home projects, big and small, include installing easy-to-clean materials and surfaces; touch-less features, especially at the kitchen sink; self-cleaning, wall-mounted toilets; and improved fresh air systems such as heat recovery ventilators.

People are also preferring voice-activated faucets, robotic vacuums and electronic-assistant controlled lights to make life easier, says Zillow.

A Zillow analysis found homes with a smart light mentioned in the listing description sold seven days faster than expected, and listings mentioning a smart thermostat sold six days faster than expected.

For sale: 1874 S.E. Woodward St. in Portlands Hosford-Abernethy neighborhood was built in 2019 with smart features such as a security system with cameras as well as an electronic bidet toilet in the master suite.

The contemporary townhome-style condo has three more bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,328 square feet of living space.

There is an accessory dwelling unit on the main floor with a kitchenette, full bathroom and a full-size washer and dryer.

A large covered deck with a gas hookup overlooks a Zen oasis with a water feature and sprinkler system.

The Renaissance Home was customized with high-end finishes, including paint, carpet, natural stone, wood, lighting, custom-built blinds and draperies, and tile, says Greg Messick of RealtyNET.

The property is listed at $875,000. Homeowners association dues are $235 a month.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with smart features.

3750 S.E. Pelton Ave. in Troutdales Sweetbriar neighborhood is listed by Keith Iles of John L. Scott Sandy.John L. Scott Sandy

Since telework reduces the need to be close to urban job centers, shoppers in 2021 may opt for wide open spaces and smaller, more affordable communities, say real estate experts.

Newly pending sales for small cities, with a population between 54,000 and 137,000, has increased 34.3% since last year, says Zillow.

For sale: 3750 S.E. Pelton Ave. in Troutdales Sweetbriar neighborhood is listed at $349,000.

The ranch-style house, built in 1976 on a 7,405-square-foot lot, has laminate hardwood floors, a sunken living room with a fireplace, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and 1,120 square feet of living space.

Two sliding glass doors open to a backyard adjacent to a green space. There is a patio, tool and garden sheds, boat parking, planter boxes and hot tub.

Modern updates throughout. Endless opportunity with this home, make it yours, says listing agent Keith Iles of John L. Scott Sandy.

See more Portland-area homes for sale in suburbs.

5138 N.E. 23rd Ave. in Portlands Concordia neighborhood is a converted church with a Zen-like private courtyard that links to a tiny house, says listing agent Tracy Knofczynski with Mark Gamble of Tilia Property Group.Tilia Property Group

When gyms closed, people recognized the need to have exercise equipment at home. When social activities stopped along with seeing loved ones to reduce the spread of the coronavirus, the feeling of isolation set in. Some people who use reflection and meditation to stay mentally fit spend time at home in a soothing, meditation space.

In November, 4.1% of for-sale listings on Zillow mentioned health and wellness areas in the home as lockdown orders resumed and daylight hours for outdoor activities shrank.

For sale: 5138 N.E. 23rd Ave. in Portlands Concordia neighborhood is a converted church with a Zen-like private courtyard that links to a tiny house.

The structure, built in 1906 on a 4,791-square-foot lot, has two bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 2,123 square feet of living space.

The main level has an open sanctuary space with tall ceilings that could be lofted for additional living space. The lower level has a full kitchen, bedroom, bathrooms and laundry room.

Amazing space with vast potential, create new living space within these walls or use as live/work space, says Tracy Knofczynski with Mark Gamble of Tilia Property Group, who listed the property at $895,000.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a meditation space.

The flexibility of remote work and being home all day allowed more people to care for pets. A 2020 Zillow analysis found for-sale listings mentioning a pet shower or dog wash sold for 5.1% more than similar homes, while listings mentioning a fenced backyard sold 6.8 days faster than expected.

For sale: The 6,098-square-foot lot at 3245 N. Willamette Blvd. in Portlands Arbor Lodge neighborhood has a fenced dog run.

The 1958 house has refinished hardwoods, new carpets and windows, five bedrooms, three bathrooms and 4,285 square feet of living space.

There is a full basement, detached garage and updated landscaping.

Live on sought-after Willamette Boulevard and enjoy scenic views of downtown, the river and the West Hills from various rooms throughout this classic home, says John Taylor with Kristina Bullock of The Broker Network, who listed the property at $719,000.

See more Portland-area homes for sale with a dog run.

12005 N.W. Weaver Lane Lot 17 in Portlands Creekview Ridge is listed by Megan Talalemotu with Christina Smith of John L. Scott. Photo is of a similar house.John L. Scott

Interest in new homes has increased significantly on Zillow, up 82% in the third quarter of 2020 compared to the same quarter a year ago.

A 2020 Zillow survey found more than a quarter of buyers who bought a new construction home did so to customize home features, while 37% chose to be the first owner because everything in the home was new and never used.

For sale: 12005 N.W. Weaver Lane Lot 17 in Portlands Creekview Ridge is scheduled to be completed in early 2021 and is listed at $859,950.

The energy-efficient farmhouse-style home, which has been certified Earth Advantage platinum, has 10-foot-high ceilings, extra large windows, an open great room, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and 3,260 square feet of living space. There is a covered patio.

Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, huge island and double ovens, says listing agent Megan Talalemotu with Christina Smith of John L. Scott. Homeowners association dues are $92 a month.

See more Portland-area homes for sale that are new.

Janet Eastman | 503-294-4072

jeastman@oregonian.com | @janeteastman

Want to search Oregon real estate listings and use local resources? Click here.

See original here:
Top 10 home trends for 2021: Ways to make it easier to work, exercise, study and relax - OregonLive