You've always admired the showhomes found in fancy neighbourhoods and stylish magazines. But have you ever considered moving into one? There are actually quite a few benefits to choosing a showhome for your next residence, so consider the following if you're ready to upgrade your home and your life!

1. High-End Construction

Showhomes are often the prize jewels of builders and developers. They're meant to be self-advertisements that promote the company's skills and resources, so no expense is spared when it comes to materials, furnishings, fixtures, and general building plans.

You'll be moving into a house where every brick was carefully purchased and arranged. It's luxury living without the luxury price tag.

2. More Space

There's no such thing as a cramped showhome, so go ahead and do a twirl with your arms fully extended when you walk into your new living room. Not only will you enjoy more square footage than apartments and condos, but you'll also reap the benefits of modern, open-air floor plans and layouts.

Showhomes are built to look wealthy and roomy, and all of that space can be yours for the taking.

3. Professional Styling

You won't have to worry about buying wallpaper or matching curtain fabrics when you buy a showhome. Everything is already painted, polished, and styled according to the latest trends in interior design, so you'll move right into a beautiful home without having to pay a dollar for the decor.

Take that, Martha Stewart!

4. Furnishings

Adding to the above point, some showhomes come fully furnished with couches, tables, lamps, armchairs and other living essentials. If you've always wanted an excuse to get rid of the love seat that your three-year-old "decorated" with their crayons, this is your chance!

A showhome might come with gorgeous furniture just waiting to be broken in.

5. Sculpted Lawns

Curb appeal can be a big factor in the value and aesthetic of a house, so expect showhomes to look just as beautiful on the outside as they do on the inside. Grass will be cut; hedges will be trimmed; fences will be painted.

If you're moving into a high-end home, you might also find pools, sheds, decks, fountains, or gardens in the backyard.

6. Maintenance-Free Living

Forget about cracks in the foundation. Don't even stress about the cleanliness of the chimney or the state of the roof shingles. Everything in a showhome will be brand new, and all of it will be built with top-notch materials that won't require upkeep for awhile.

You can move in without needing to set money aside for the usual renovations and repairs. You probably won't even need to clean!

7. Nice Communities

Showhomes are always built with location in mind, so even if the neighbourhood is still developing around it, you can bet that the final plans are lovely. From parks and playgrounds to banks and grocery stores, showhomes will be at the heart of local commerce.

Your kids can live in a safe and convenient community, and the accessibility of nearby businesses will make it easier to work, play, and grow as a family.

8. Updated Appliances

Showhomes always come with the latest in electronics and appliances. From amazing kitchen mixers to remote garage door openers, your new residence could have all kinds of state-of-the-art luxuries.

Some showhomes even come with built-in "smart" technology that will sync wirelessly with your phones and tablets! Let your refrigerator talk to you and share weather and traffic news.

9. Higher Property Value

If and when you decide to move out of your showhome, your resale value will be much higher than if you were listing a previously-owned property. This is because it'll be newer and in better condition than older houses in the same neighbourhood, giving you a higher property assessment.

Your fixtures and appliances will be more modern, too, and less likely to be out of style. You can expect to sell a showhome for more money than a home with several previous owners.

10. Customization Options

Modern showhomes are all about flexibility, so don't be surprised to see extra closets and flex rooms in the blueprints. The 21st-century family needs options, and builders understand that, especially when they're developing showhomes that are meant to attract buyers even more than their standard fare.

While you might not want to renovate a brand-new showhome right away, you'll have options for the future.

11. Safety

Showhomes are inspected and vetted using the latest building codes. Remember, they essentially act as gigantic billboards for their services. The builder won't want their showhome to have any problems that could reflect badly on their brand.

You'll be able to check off the most important stuff on your complete home safety checklist, and enjoy increased peace of mind when moving into a showhome.

12. Better Insurance Coverage

One of the lesser-known benefits of moving into a showhome is the newness of all your warranties and insurance policies. Instead of wrangling with insurers over the state of the house and what is and isn't too outdated for coverage, you'll enjoy a simple application process with a brand new home warranty.

13. Breaking New Ground

As the first owner of a showhome, you'll be moving into fresh, uncharted territory where everything is waiting for your family's personal touch. No other kids will have used that doorway to measure their heights. No other dogs will have belly-flopped into that backyard pool.

A showhome will give you the chance to make precious, treasured memories in a new place.

These are just a few of the benefits you'll enjoy when you move into a showhome. See for yourself by visiting one of the many active showhomes in Qualico communities; your new home is waiting for you!