Limited inventory, rising home prices, and quick sales make for a very competitive real estate market. If you or someone you know has tried house hunting in the last year, then they can tell you it’s TOUGH! Even the most modest homes receive multiple offers, leading to climbing sales prices and bidding wars.
As of December 2024, the average home price was around $376,500, and these homes sold within less than a month! If you want to buy a house in Virginia Beach, you must be quick with your decisions. You’ll need to place a bid way over the asking price for any hope of even being considered. And you’ll need to be prepared for the Inevitable lost bids.
Instead of buying a house, why not circumvent all that trouble and build a custom home in Virginia Beach?
Generally speaking, building a home is more expensive than buying an existing home. However, the investment pays off in more ways than any existing house could.
For one, you don’t have to go through the emotional roller coaster of our current housing market.
Instead, we place you in the driver’s seat. You’re in control of your future home— from design through construction to the finishing touches.
What are the advantages of a custom home over buying a home?
Quality Construction
You might have seen condos quickly pop up in places with limited housing inventory. While more housing does help with the limited inventory, the speed of construction sacrifices quality. Many buyers and residents report dissatisfaction. Thin walls, snagged drawers, broken fixtures, and consistent maintenance trouble are common complaints.
As custom home builders in Virginia Beach, we take pride in our craftsmanship. We use top-quality materials so your home is built to last. We also have more of a reputational stake in our custom home builds, so of course, we want to build with quality.
Long-term Value
Many homeowners who enjoy custom home builds say, that while the initial cost is higher, custom homes often prove more cost-efficient in the long run. Our high-quality materials and premium construction techniques reduce potential maintenance problems. So, you’re more likely to enjoy lower maintenance costs.
Custom homes also have the advantage of energy-efficient features. For example, better insulation and heat seals mean less heat loss for you. So your HVAC doesn’t have to consume as much electricity.
Custom homes also sell for a higher value compared to similar but non-custom-built homes. Unique features, quality construction, and modern amenities make them a smart investment in this competitive real estate market.
Smart Home Technology
Quality construction and long-term value are the main pieces of this pie. Integrating smart technology is just the cherry on top. For example, you could:
- Control your home’s lighting with your smartphone.
- Optimize your heating and cooling for comfort and energy savings with a smart thermostat.
- Modernize your kitchen and laundry with smart appliances.
- Enjoy security, safety, and peace of mind with smart locks, surveillance cameras, and an alarm system built just for you!
Those ideas are just the start of your smart home discussion
Above all else, customization and personalization!
As expert custom home builders in Virginia Beach, we’ve constructed diverse homes for diverse families. But each one was built around their lives.
For example, a large family requested a ground-floor bedroom to take care of their aging parents. A young family customized their outdoor space to include a fenced-in pool and playset. A couple that loved hosting prioritized a wrap-around porch with outdoor cooking appliances.
Check out our other blog posts like “Custom Home Features That Enhance Your Hosting Experience” and “12 Coastal-Inspired Ideas for Bathroom Remodeling in Virginia Beach, VA” for more ideas.
When house-hunting, the primary question is which house works best for you. But with custom homes, our question is how can we build the best house for you?
If you’re tired of house-hunts or frustrated by the housing market, then don’t let the real estate market limit your vision. Send us an inquiry and start building your dream home, today.