You’ve heard that classic refrain about a home’s desirability: location, location, location. But begin your home search and you’ll quickly discover that location, while important, isn’t everything. Unless you’re an avid DIYer who is excited by the idea of doing an extensive renovation, home architecture style matters.

Often, buyers will be willing to make concessions like moving to the suburbs if it means getting their dream, move-in ready home. So, what style is your dream house? Unless you’re well-versed in home architecture, words like “craftsman,” “Cape Cod,” and “Mediterranian” probably don’t mean much. That’s why we’re here to help. Here is a handy infographic illustrating the most popular home architectural styles and what they mean so you know what to expect when you’re browsing listings.

Infographic: How To Identify The Different Styles Of Home Architecture

Now that you have a high-level understanding of the different home architectural styles, take a look at homes for sale near you to find that best suites you.

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