I'm considering a renovation for my outdated 80s bathroom, and I'm stuck on whether to replace my only bathtub with a larger shower. Right now, we have a full bathroom upstairs with a tub/shower combo and a smaller bathroom downstairs with just a shower stall. We rarely use the tub, and our main goal has been creating a space that works for us. However, we're thinking about buying my family's home in a year or two, which is making me rethink my plans. Since the house is 100 years old in a middle-class neighborhood and we're in a moderate-cost living area, I'm curious if anyone has had experience selling a home after removing the tub. Did it make it harder to sell?
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It's great to create a space that works for you, but since you're thinking about selling soon, you might want to keep the tub. Families often prefer homes with bathtubs, especially if they'll have kids. So, if there's a chance you're selling, I'd think twice about removing it.
Market conditions really matter! For instance, I had a condo with no tubs and it sold fast, but that was in a hot market. In your case, if it's likely to attract families, they usually want a tub. Removing it could limit your buyer pool and affect how quickly you sell.
If you're not planning to sell right away, go ahead and make the house comfortable for you! You’re living there, so prioritize what you need. But if selling is on your horizon, keeping the tub might be wise. Just something to keep in mind.
Exactly! Families definitely want bathtubs for the kiddos.