Up to 69% of buyers are willing to pay more for these features

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It comes as no surprise that people are more interested in kitchens that ever… gone are the days when the kitchen was hidden from view. The number one feature people in all age brackets are willing to pay for, however, is air conditioning… with 69% of buyers willing to pay an $2,520.

Here is the top 11 list, including the percent of buyers willing to pay more… and how much extra they are willing to… compiled by 24/7 Wall Street after analyzing data from the National Association of Realtors.

Central air conditioning – 69% willing to pay more – willing to pay $2,030 extra
New kitchen appliances – 69% – $1,840
Walk-in closet in the master bedroom – 60% – $1,350
Granite countertops – 55% – $1,620
Hardwood floors – 54% – $2,080
Ensuite master bath – 49% – $2,030
Kitchen island – 48% – $1,370
Stainless steel appliances – 41% – $1,850
Home less than 5 years old – 40% – $5,020
Eat-in kitchen – 40% – $1,770
One or more fireplaces – 40% – $1,400