How can I increase the value of my Huntington Beach property using Smart Home Technology?

January 20, 2025  |  714-336-0394  |  Scot@CampbellRealtors.com | Broker of Record – Coldwell Banker-Campbell Realtors 

From Wi-Fi to Bye Bye – Smart Home Tech makes your home more valuable and will help it sell faster!

From smart locks to Wi-Fi-controlled lighting, integrating smart home technology into your property can be a powerful way to attract modern buyers. In a competitive market like Huntington Beach, smart tech upgrades offer an affordable, effective way to convey value and convenience to potential buyers—especially millennials, who represent a growing share of the real estate market. 

Here’s a look at the pros and cons of adding smart home features to your Huntington Beach property.

Why Smart Tech Sells

Adding smart technology to your home can make it stand out in a crowded market. According to CNET, 81% of homebuyers said they would be more likely to purchase a home if it already included smart home features. For many buyers, smart tech signals a modern, move-in-ready property.

Leading real estate firms are even embracing this trend. For example, Coldwell Banker’s “Smart Home Staging Kits” include popular items like:

• Nest Thermostat
• Nest Smoke Detector and Security Camera
• Lutron Caseta Smart Lighting Kit
• August Smart Lock and Wi-Fi Gateway

At an average cost of around $1,000, these upgrades can make a strong first impression while boosting buyer confidence in the home’s value.

Key Smart Devices to Consider

If you’re looking to upgrade your Huntington Beach home, focus on cost-effective and universally appealing devices:

• Smart Thermostats: Devices like the Nest Thermostat help buyers save on energy costs and appeal to eco-conscious consumers.

• Smart Locks: A smart lock on the front door creates a strong first impression and conveys modern security.

• Smart Lighting: Wi-Fi-controlled lighting systems, such as Lutron Caseta, allow buyers to envision convenient, customizable living spaces.

• Smart Shades:  Wi-Fi controlled window shades available from many manufacturers provide automatic privacy after dark and daylight when the morning arrives.

• Smart Audio Controls: WiFi speakers can be integrated into the canned lighting or the house can be wired for whole house audio with built-in speakers and audio receiver. Either way, Smart Home audio systems can control music room-to-room in the home.

• Security Cameras: Affordable security cameras, like Ring or Nest, add peace of mind for buyers who value safety.

In all cases, ensure smart devices are intuitive and well-documented.  When your home sells you will need to provide written materials and passwords to the buyer.

• Keep Instruction Manuals: Leave manuals or links to setup instructions for the new owners.
• Factory Reset Devices: Before you hand over the home, you will need to wipe all devices clean and return them to factory settings.  The buyer will want to make a fresh start with their own passwords on their own devices. 

Final Thoughts

Adding smart home technology to your Huntington Beach property is a smart move when done thoughtfully. Small, strategic upgrades like smart locks, lighting, and thermostats can enhance your home’s appeal, particularly to tech-conscious buyers looking for modern convenience. 

Keep the choices simple, focus on user-friendly devices, and remember that a well-wired home can be a win-win for buyers of all ages.

When the time comes to sell, your home will be more desirable.  And, I will be here to help you!