3 trends that could help you get the best selling price for your home

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Spring is a hot time to sell your home, and Jacksonville has one of the healthiest housing markets in the country.

With spring selling season in full swing, if you’re in the market to buy or sell your home, Zillow says there are trends you need to know.

In Jacksonville, the typical home is now on the market for 32 days. And home values are averaging at $358,000.

We’re still seeing new homes added to the market. Jacksonville saw an 11% increase in listings in March.

And good news if you’re looking for a house: Jacksonville is seeing price cuts.

Zillow says one in five homes had a price cut in March.

If you’re looking to sell, Zillow says some trends could help increase your home value.

Gardens are skyrocketing in popularity. Zillow has seen a 314% increase in listings that mention sensory gardens or pathways.

Another popular feature: cold plunge pools -- the opposite of a hot tub. That feature has surged by 130% on Zillow.

And pickleball courts are a popular feature! Homeowners are painting pickleball lines onto driveways to convert them into courts.


About the Author

This Emmy Award-winning television, radio and newspaper journalist has anchored The Morning Show for 18 years.

Recommended Videos