Nationwide Open House Weekend

Purchasing a home is one of the most important decisions in a person’s life and deciding on a particular house comes with many options.

Forty-five percent of recent buyers used open houses as a way to narrow down their choices and find their dream home.

Buyers in Alameda will have the opportunity to do just that on April 20 and 21 as Realtors^® hold open houses all weekend long as part of the Realtor^® Nationwide Open House Weekend.    

“Spring is typically a busy season when it comes to home buying, and to kick-off the season Realtors^® throughout Alameda are taking part in Realtor^® Nationwide Open House Weekend,” said Sally Han, President Alameda Association of Realtors^®  “This event is a great way for buyers to get an idea of what they can afford and what kinds of homes are available in the local market. It’s also a chance for sellers to market their home and attract potential buyers.”          

According to data from the National Association of Realtors^® the typical recently purchased home was 1,860 square feet and was built in 1996. The typical buyer purchased a home with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while slightly half of the homes purchased were on a single level. The two most common rooms buyers were willing to spend more for were a laundry room and a den/home office. 

“Buyers need to have a clear idea of what features are important to them and know where they are willing to compromise;” said Han “That is where visiting open houses can be helpful. Also, working with a Realtor^® can be a real asset. Realtors^® visit hundreds of homes with buyers each year, and have a unique understanding of what buyers value in their local markets. Their expertise and knowledge can help you achieve the dream of homeownership.”

Realtors^® will be available at open houses to answer questions about the home buying process and local market conditions.

The Alameda Association of Realtors^®  has been serving its members and the community of Alameda for over 90 years. For a list of local Realtors® please visit the Members page on the Alameda Association of Realtors® website