Homebuyers Prioritize a Big Backyard for Property Purchasing

Oct 16, 2019

When it comes to choosing the ideal residential property, most prospective homeowners will pass on a house if it lacks a large backyard, according to a new study released by Porch.

In a poll of 987 adults spanning multiple generations–87 Baby Boomers, 266 Gen Xers, 620 Millennials and 14 people from other age groups–nearly 70 percent said a large backyard was on their wish list during the homebuying process. Other must-haves from the respondents included a large front yard (64 percent), a swimming pool (roughly 63 percent) a back deck (51 percent), outdoor entertaining space (46 percent) and a large front yard (nearly 35 percent).

And what happens if there is no large backyard on the property? Nearly 77 percent of people who desired this aspect of the property admitted to passing on a home that didn't provide enough space, followed by 64 percent who did the same for a large front yard. As for those who envisioned their own pool, almost 63 percent of people who wanted one turned down a home because it didn't come with this feature.

When it comes to choosing the ideal residential property, most prospective homeowners will pass on a house if it lacks a large backyard

About the author

Phil Hall

Link copied

Published

Oct 16, 2019

Industry News

Newfi And Addy AI Announce Partnership

Newfi and Addy AI today announced a collaboration focused on the continued evolution of artificial intelligence in mortgage lending

Newfi and Addy AI today announced a collaboration focused on the continued evolution of artificial intelligence in mortgage lending.Newfi has built innovative lending products and a modern approach to the mortgage market. As the industry evolves, the company continues to exp...

Analysis and Data

Smaller Down Payments Give Buyers More Room, But Rates Limit The Savings

The typical down payment fell 9% from a year ago, while shifting market conditions are giving originators different affordability conversations across the country

Homebuyers are putting less money down than they were a year ago, another sign that increased inventory and greater negotiating room are changing the purchase market.The typical down payment fell to $27,100 in the second quarter of 2026, the lowest second-quarter dollar amou...

Nov

Houston, TX

More from

Industry News

CHLA: More Freddie Mac MBS Buying Could Narrow Mortgage Spreads

Trade group estimates greater Freddie participation could compress spreads another 10 to 12 basis points as Fannie has taken the lead in GSE mortgage-bond buying

Industry News

Sep 23, 2026

Early Loan-Limit Race Splits Into Three Tiers

Lenders are now offering $845,000, $847,440, or $850,000 before FHFA sets the official 2027 limits

Industry News

Sep 23, 2026

Better, Garg Clash Over Claimed 46% Shareholder Support

Better disputes its former CEO’s preliminary consent count as the two sides trade accusations and an Oct. 2 target date approaches

C-Suite Strategies

Sep 23, 2026

Fannie Changes How Rent From A Former Home Counts

Fannie now prohibits leases for departing residences and permits market-analysis tools instead of Form 1007, creating a key documentation difference from Freddie Mac

Regulation and Compliance

Sep 22, 2026

MPF Expands Eligibility For Manufactured And Renovation Loans

The Mortgage Partnership Finance Program has expanded MPF Traditional eligibility for affordable loans, manufactured homes, renovations, and lender-funded assistance

Industry News

Sep 22, 2026