HOW TO SELL A HOUSE ON A BUSY ROAD
Trying to get your home sold but worried that road noise will send buyers running? Don’t worry—it’s a common concern that we’ve helped our clients deal with in the past. Here are some tried and true tips!
DECIDE HOW NOISY YOUR PROPERTY’S LOCATION REALLY IS
There are different kinds of road noise, and buyers will react differently to each. Is your house on a corner lot in a busy neighborhood? That won’t be as much of an obstacle as a home near a popular airport. Ask your friends, family, and realtor for their opinion. Is the road noise normal or at an annoying level?
MAKE SURE THE PRICE IS RIGHT
If you Google “how to sell a house on a busy road,” the first tip will always be to set the price correctly. Homelight suggests that based on the specific situation, market conditions, and road noise, a property’s price may need to be lowered between 1-10% if the road noise is significant. You’ll need to consider whether your location is a buyer’s or seller’s market, because either one will impact how road noise will change your pricing strategy.
GO FOR EXTRA GREENERY
In addition to sprucing up your property and benefiting the environment, planting thick trees will also absorb excess road noise. In fact, a tall line of trees or shrubs 100 feet wide by 12 feet high can reduce traffic noise 10 to 15 decibels—the difference between a toilet flushing and noisy traffic.
FENCE IT IN
A solid, thick fence will help reflect sound from the nearby roadway, airport, etc. and keep it away from your property. The best materials for this are stone, brick, stucco, solid stockade, and board fence. More important than the material, however, is construction. Make sure your fence is tall and without any gaps.
UPGRADE DOORS AND WINDOWS
Ever notice that some homes are super quiet when you walk in regardless of location? That’s likely a result of well-sealed windows and doors. Go for double or triple-pane windows, which have extra panes of glass that can help provide more of a buffer and muffle noise. Doors with good seals will keep noise out, in addition to outside temperatures, moisture, insects, and much more. These upgrades will make your house more attractive to buyers overall!
FLIP THE SCRIPT
If your road noise is a result of being near a major thoroughfare, a downtown area, or shops and restaurants, position this to buyers as a convenience, not a downfall. Buyers who are interested in being in the heart of excitement and culture will often see this proximity to city life as a perk.
Still have questions about how to sell a house on a busy road? Our realtors have years of experience, actionable tips, and the dedication to get your property sold at the right price, and according to your desired timeline. Get in touch with us today!