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There are numerous factors that impact a buyer's decision to make an offer on a home. One of those is color—a feature that may be positively or negatively received by buyers.
A recent Zillow Digs® analysis found that listings with kitchens painted soft shades of yellow sold for $1,360 more than anticipated. Generally, listings with rooms painted in earthy hues garnered up to $1,300 more than expected at sale, according to the analysis.
Colors to avoid, the analysis found, include slate gray, terracotta, and—contrary to popular belief—white. Generally, listings with rooms painted in dark or white shades sold below expectations.
Specific findings include:
Wheat Yellow Kitchen – $1,360 more
Eggshell/Off-White Kitchen – $82 less
Beige/Oatmeal Bathroom – $283 more
Dark Brown Bathroom – $469 less
Eggplant/Lavender/Mauve Dining Room – $1,122...
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