{"id":102012,"date":"2025-06-17T13:07:22","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T20:07:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=102012"},"modified":"2025-06-17T13:07:22","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T20:07:22","slug":"how-old-of-a-house-should-i-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-old-of-a-house-should-i-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"How Old of a House Should I Buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the market for a house with old school charm and character, but worried the house may be <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">too<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> old? In this Redfin article, we\u2019re answering the question \u201cHow old of a house should I buy?\u201d to help you understand the pros, cons, and everything else you need to know about both old and new homes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re looking at a 1940s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/2832\/NY\/Buffalo\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home in Buffalo, NY<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a 1960s build in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/4145\/OH\/Cleveland\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleveland, OH<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or a 21st-century <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/16042\/UT\/Provo\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">house in Provo, UT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019re here to help break it all down so you can decide on your dream place\u2013old or new.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-102013 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"an older two story home with yellow paint begs the questions how old of a house should i buy\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dmitry-kropachev-fbVt2FzAtfA-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-considered-an-old-home\">What is considered an old home?<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-pros-of-an-old-home\">Pros of an old home<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-cons-of-an-old-home\">Cons of an old home<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-considered-a-new-home\">What is considered a new home?<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-pros-of-a-new-home\">Pros of a new home<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-cons-of-a-new-home\">Cons of a new home<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-so-how-old-of-a-house-should-i-buy\">So, how old of a house should I buy?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is considered an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/cities-with-the-oldest-houses-in-the-us\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">old home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several real estate terms for \u201cold,\u201d but typically any house built over 50 years ago can be labeled as \u201cold.\u201d A house over 100 years old may also be called \u201chistoric,\u201d or \u201cantique.\u201d Whether a house was built in the 1930s or 1970s, old is old, and there are several factors that differentiate an old house from a new one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of an old home<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Location<br \/>\n<\/b>Older homes are typically located in desirable areas that offer more established neighborhoods, accessibility, and a strong sense of community.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Land<br \/>\n<\/b>Many older homes also include larger lots with more mature landscaping than newer homes<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Architecture<br \/>\n<\/b>Whether it\u2019s <a style=\"font-size: 16px; background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/victorian-house-styles\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Victorian<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, colonial, or craftsman style, older homes often have distinct character and charm and are built with high-quality materials.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost<br \/>\n<\/b>While it depends on the house and the market, buying an older home has the potential for a lower purchase price than buying or building a new one. Older homes may also offer the potential for a high return if restored or renovated, making them\u00a0 unique investment opportunities.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Speed<br \/>\n<\/b>If you\u2019re looking to move in soon, purchasing a new home is faster than building one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of an old home<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Outdated<br \/>\n<\/b>Older homes have the potential for outdated infrastructure like aluminum wiring, sagging floors, galvanized plumbing, etc.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Layout<br \/>\n<\/b>While it depends on the home, several older houses&#8217; layouts differ from newer ones with non-standard sizing, more closed floor plans, smaller closets, etc.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Repairs and <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/historic-home-renovation-tips\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>renovations<\/b><\/a><br \/>\nIf these outdated elements are unsafe, inefficient, or just not wanted, they\u2019ll need to be replaced either immediately or over the years which could become costly and time consuming.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pricy upkeep<br \/>\n<\/b>Older homes can often come with higher utility bills due to these outdated aspects like poor insulation, outdated HVAC systems, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is considered a new home?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re the first to live in it or not, a \u201cnew\u201d home is classified as one that was built 0-5 years prior.<\/span><\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 183px;\" width=\"669\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Real Estate Term<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Age Range<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Home<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">0-5 years old<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent Home<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6-10 years old<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern Home<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10-20 years old<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of a new home<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Updated<br \/>\n<\/b>Newer homes generally come with fresh paint, updated appliances, and modern technology that older homes may not have.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Low maintenance and utility costs<br \/>\n<\/b>These updated features usually require less upkeep, which can save you money. Also, newer elements like HVAC systems and double-pane windows may also save you money since they\u2019re more energy efficient.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Modern design<br \/>\n<\/b>With newer homes come up-to-date designs like open floor plans, en suite bathrooms, and larger kitchens and closets. They could also have green and smart home features like thermostats or solar panels.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Builder incentives<br \/>\n<\/b>If you\u2019re looking to build your home, there are often money-saving incentives such as help with closing costs and interest-rate buy-downs. New builds also often come with home warranties, which can protect you from future expenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of a new home<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pricing<br \/>\n<\/b>While it depends, newer homes are often more expensive because of the brand-new construction. If you\u2019re building a home, costs like landscaping, custom features, and the like can add up. There may also be additional costs like landscaping.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Homeowners associates<br \/>\n<\/b>If you\u2019re buying or building a newer development, you can expect it to be managed by a <a style=\"font-size: 16px; background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/definition\/homeowners-association\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homeowners\u2019 association (HOA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which may mean fees and restrictions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Heightened competition and limited negotiation<br \/>\n<\/b>Newer homes can be more desirable than older ones, making competition high (especially in busier markets), thus limited room for negotiation. Builders may also be less flexible on price than individual home sellers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-102018 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"a renovated barn style blue home with shutters, white details, a porch, and a basketball hoop in the driveway\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/pexels-curtis-adams-1694007-5008389.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how old of a house should I buy?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, we cannot answer that for you, but consider the following factors: budget, lifestyle, tolerance for maintenance, and aesthetics. While finding your dream home can be difficult, weighing the pros and cons between older and newer homes can help you decide on the best place for you and yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What are the key differences between old and new houses?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many differences between old and new homes, but the main five are design (layout), construction (quality and materials), systems, cost, and maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How do you determine the age of a house?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find several ways to determine the age, like checking public records or the home inspection report, reviewing the property deed or title, online research, or asking the seller.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Do new or old houses cost more?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newer houses often cost more due to the modern materials and systems. While older homes typically have a lower initial cost, they may require repairs and renovations, which can be expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Are old homes eligible for preservation status or tax incentives?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some homes are, so check with a local historic preservation or planning office, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/realtors-near-me\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">local real estate agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or search the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/subjects\/nationalregister\/index.htm\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Register of Historic Places<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> database to check eligibility.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing between an old or new home? 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