April 24, 2019
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Among several home types that buyers consider, more than a third (38%) include new construction on their list, but only 11% ultimately purchase a new construction home. Zillow commissioned a study with Growth from Knowledge (GfK) to better understand the barriers and pain points on a buyer’s path to a new construction home. We discovered that their relationship with the builder can either make or break the new construction home-shopping process.
To be on the winning side, builders need to do three key things:
Watch the short videos below for actionable feedback — direct from buyers — on creating an outstanding new construction experience.
Builders, meet buyers.
82 percent of prospective buyers consider new construction.* Make it easy for them to find you – list where they’re looking.
*Zillow New Construction Consumer Housing Trends Report 2025
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