That’s interesting—when I staged a place last spring, the buyers barely glanced at the appliances too, unless they were super flashy. Do you think people actually notice convection features when touring, or is it just something that gets mentioned in the listing?
Do you think people actually notice convection features when touring, or is it just something that gets mentioned in the listing?
Honestly, most buyers I've seen are more focused on the overall look and condition of the kitchen than the specifics of the oven. Unless it's a high-end brand or something with a really unique design, convection vs. conventional doesn't usually register during a walkthrough. It tends to be more of a "nice to have" that gets highlighted in the listing, but rarely a dealbreaker. If the appliances are clean and modern, that's usually enough to check the box.
Title: Convection Features Actually Matter for Some Buyers
- Gotta mildly disagree with this:
convection vs. conventional doesn't usually register during a walkthrough
- When I was house hunting, I specifically checked for convection because I bake a lot and it really does make a difference for even cooking.
- Not saying it's a dealbreaker for everyone, but for folks who cook or bake regularly, it's more than just a "nice to have."
- If the listing mentions it, I always double-check to see if it's actually there and working.
I totally get where you're coming from—I've had clients who were super specific about wanting convection, especially if they're into baking or roasting. It's funny, because sometimes people don't even realize what kind of oven they have until we start talking about kitchen upgrades. I do think convection can make a noticeable difference for certain recipes, like pastries or anything that needs even browning.
But then again, I've also seen folks swap out a convection for a more basic model just because they never used the feature. Guess it really depends on how much you cook or bake. Out of curiosity, has anyone actually changed their mind about a house because of the oven type? Or is it more of a "nice bonus" if it's there? Sometimes I wonder if it's one of those features that gets hyped in listings but doesn't always sway the final decision...
Funny you mention that—I've had a couple clients who were convinced they needed a fancy convection oven, then never used the feature once it was installed. Meanwhile, I’ve seen others get super excited about it and swear it changed their baking game. Personally, I think it’s one of those “nice to have” things for most people, unless you’re a hardcore baker. Haven’t seen anyone walk away from a house over an oven, though… countertops, sure, but not ovens.
