Home Features That Sell in 2025: Tricked-Out Garages and Edible Gardens

If you’re thinking about selling up this spring, you’re in good company. It’s a popular time to list homes on the property market. So, how can you get your home to stand out? 

While you can’t change certain aspects about your home to boost price, such as transforming into a corner plot or being near to a farm shop (both of which are desirable today), there are jobs you can undertake to attract more buyers, nudge up the price, and sell quicker. 

Home features that sell 

Tricked-out garage 

Extra space always tends to be high on the wish list for buyers, and this includes having a garage. While you may be tempted to turn this space into a more liveable area – such as a bedroom – it's not always necessary (or wanted). Many people desire a garage to store their belongings, Christmas decorations, tools, and – oh – car.  

Garages are also great spaces for people to reset. More and more garages are being turned into kitted-out home gyms, crafting studios, or wood workshops as people turn to their health and hobbies. Aim to present your garage in its best light – with plenty of space and working electrics. 

Edible gardens 

This generation of home buyers lean on being more self-sufficient. While the pandemic highlighted the benefit of outdoor space, many people have continued that train of thought by planting a garden. And not just one with beautiful flowers and trees.  

More people are trying out their green fingers by planting fruits, vegetables, and herbs. We’ve come a long way from herb gardens on windowsills (which we still love, by the way). Even better if they’re buying a home that’s already established and ripe for the picking.  

A few herbs and fruit trees can offer endless benefits – both while you’re living in your home and when it comes time to selling. 

Kitchen islands 

Ideal for propping up kids to complete their homework, hosting a wide spread of food on high holidays, and chopping veggies for daily dinners, a kitchen island works hard. It’s diverse, oozes luxury, but it doesn’t have to be a solid structure of imported marble. These days, you can get more affordable kitchen islands, from wooden breakfast bars to pre-owned, portable islands. This simple kitchen addition attracts a wide range of buyers. 

How sellers with these home features can capitalise on spring selling 

If your home has one or more of these features and you’re planning to sell, it’s best to act fast. Make sure your home is presented in the best light, and that your photos represent the space well. For your Purplebricks listing, you can choose to take pictures yourself or add on professional photography – your choice. Take a look at our selling packages. 

At Purplebricks, we make it easy to sell your home. Get started with a free house valuation to get moving this spring. Whilst you’re at it, why not take a peek at properties for sale in your desired area? It never hurts to look!