6. A garage - £4,500

Whether it’s a secure home for the car or simply a place to put ‘stuff’, a garage is clearly an attractive feature for many potential buyers.

7. Driveway parking - £4,000

Off-road parking is a much safer and secure alternative to leaving your car out on the road - and it can help reduce your insurance premium too.

8. Smart home features - £3,500

Smart heating, smart doorbells, smart plugs… the possibilities these days truly are endless; nearly a quarter of us now live with these devices, according to research by YouGov. Take your pick and invest in a few smart appliances - you could find yourself £3,500 richer in the long run.

9. A second reception room - £3,000

Extra space is a luxury for those days when you just want a bit of peace and quiet.

10. Nice neighbours - £2,000

Don’t be afraid to advertise it if you’ve lucked out on the neighbours front – they could be earning you a nice £2,000 just for being up for a friendly chat.

11. Solar panels - £1,500

The answer to saving money and the planet at the same time? Yes please.

12. An open fire - £1,000

Hygge may not be as big as it once was, but that doesn’t mean our love of cosy interiors is going away anytime soon. Adding an open fire to your living space will not only keep you warm all winter – it could give your home’s value a nice little boost too.

13. Jacuzzi bath - £1,000

Having your own personal spa at home is the definition of bliss - having a jacuzzi bath is the first step.

14. Exposed brickwork - £850

Ah, exposed brickwork, the Instagram friendly aesthetic we all know and love. Strip off all that wallpaper and let the natural brick shine through to achieve that natural, stylish feel the buyers are willing to pay a little bit extra for.

15. A tight-knit community - £500

We want more from our homes than what’s inside the four walls, so a sense of community can really make or break a location.

16. Vegetable patch - £400

The idyllic country dream, realised.

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Selling your house? These 16 property features could add thousands to the value of your home