Home edition: Homes in West University seeing more modern blueprints

Some of the features buyers are looking for in modern-style homes include:

• Lighter-toned wood floors
• Quartz countertops
• Cleaner cabinetry
• Mixed metals
• First-floor bedrooms

The cost

Like other housing markets, price points vary based on the home’s condition and design. Even so, Asrani noted that demand in the neighborhood remains strong across price points, with both renovated and non-updated homes still selling.

HAR officials said the average home sale price in West U is $2.1 million, with new construction averaging $2.9 million and resale at $1.9 million.

Lifestyle changes are a driving force behind these new designs, Asrani said. After COVID-19, residents who began working from home started using their spaces more efficiently.

Home designs, like clothing fashion, are cyclical, Asrani said, and she sees a change in trends every 10 to 12 years. However, no matter the style, she said West U still maintains its identity.

“It’s a family, neighborhood vibe with a family feel to it,” she said. “They absolutely can [keep their identity]. But they have to be intentional about it.”