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Rainmaker
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Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Debbie, I think the vast majority of folks today only shower and have little use of a bathtub in the master.  Yet, when they see a home without one in the master, they almost all make a comment about it.

So, I still think having one is an asset.  Though it's more like an expensive decoration these days.

Dec 26, 2014 12:07 AM
Rainmaker
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Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

This is a great question that comes up often.  I think it depends on the market, the neighborhood, the layout of the house.  

If your target market is families with young kids and there is another bathroom with a tub for the kids, you are probably okay because tubs seem to have fallen out of favor with younger folks.  

Older folks, though, seem to still want a soaking tub and separate shower.  So, my answer is like everything else, yes, it will reduce your buyer pool by the number of people for whom a tub is a must have.  If the bathroom is large enough to redesign and put one in, that will work for some people (but not those who won't consider doing that).  

If you have ONLY a shower, then my suggestion is it needs to be fabulous. ;-)

Dec 26, 2014 12:01 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

I am seeing that on the reverse, if it doesn't have a nice shower it can hinder the sale. But agree that buyers want both even though they choose one over the other. Thank you for your views on the subject.

Dec 26, 2014 12:42 AM
Rainer
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Kelly Cummings and Ryan Cummings
The Cummings Company - Mobile, AL
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My Female buyers always point out the lack of a bath tub in the master bathroom. But if it is the perfect house other than that it really has not mattered in the end. 

Great Question 

Dec 26, 2014 12:05 AM
Rainmaker
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Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Buyers I work with here, especially the seniors, prefer a shower and do not care as much about the tub in the master as long as the other bathroom has one.  Still, why not design with both and never let it be a barrier when selling?

Dec 27, 2014 03:37 AM
Rainmaker
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Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
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Ironically, after reading this question, I saw a survey on remodeling trends for 2015 and it indicated tubs are making a comeback...I could not live without one.

Dec 26, 2014 12:32 PM
Rainer
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RVA HomePRO Michael Hottman
RVA HomePRO Realtor with Keller Williams serving Hanover, Henrico, Chesterfiled and Richmond, Virginia - Glen Allen, VA
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No, I've actually had buyers say it is a feature.

Dec 26, 2014 12:14 PM
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Liz and Bill Spear
Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com - Mason, OH
Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs

Debbie, I'm seeing it matter less and less as long as the shower is nice (not one of the plastic inserts, but tile, etc.).  As long as there's a bathtub in the other bathroom(s) for bathing the young ones it seems to not be an issue.

Dec 26, 2014 11:10 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Laity
Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO
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I want a bathtub, but most of my buyers don't seem to mind. I would certainly include one in a nice master bathroom...especially if it's a higher end home. A jetted tub is also a bonus. Buyers seem to take note of those and add that feature to their lists of positives. 

Dec 26, 2014 10:58 AM
Rainmaker
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Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
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Debbie,

It really depends on the marketplace and the buyers.  Personally, I like a big shower, and don't care about the tub all that much.  In Napa our shower overlooked the hills, and we also had a large jaccuzi tub, which Ron like also overlooking the hills...If push came to shove, I think he would forego the tub for an outdoor jacuzzi, which we both would us.  I think in the high end range, people want it all, even if they don't use it, like the to die for kitchens which still have the original tags in the oven. LOL A

Dec 26, 2014 09:09 AM
Rainmaker
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

In nicer homes both a shower and a tub are still expected even though the tub is rarely used.

Dec 26, 2014 12:35 AM
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Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
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Deluxe showers are in demand these days.

Aug 25, 2019 02:12 PM
Rainmaker
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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

If the shower is excellent I don't think it's a hindrance

Jun 24, 2018 07:15 AM
Rainmaker
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Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Goes without saying, Debbie...

Jun 18, 2017 10:25 PM
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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Debbie, I'm guessing there is probably at least one person is each couple who would find a shower-only to be a deal breaker.  I think we have to think about our someday buyers when we renovate - something that I didn't do when I redid my own house.

Jan 03, 2015 08:42 AM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
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Could it be that it varies in different parts of the country?

Dec 29, 2014 10:25 AM
Rainmaker
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Cheryl Ritchie
RE/MAX Leading Edge www.GoldenResults.com - Huntingtown, MD
Southern Maryland 301-980-7566

It would for my tastes. I think a tub in a MBR is essential. 

Dec 28, 2014 03:53 PM
Rainmaker
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Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

If the home is big enough to accommodate a tub in the master bath room, in my opinion it should definitely have one.  Despite the fact that many people rarely use a garden tub or jacuzzi tub, I think they add resale value to the home.

Dec 28, 2014 09:36 AM
Rainmaker
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Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

It depends on the price range of the house. In some prices as long as there is another bathroom with a tub people do not mind.

Dec 27, 2014 08:36 PM
Rainmaker
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Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

It could be some areas are different than others but that said I think you guys are saying that a tub matters even if it is not used.

Dec 27, 2014 12:16 PM