Are Outdoor Kitchens Worth the Investment?

Outdoor kitchens are rising in popularity as more and more homeowners are willing to invest in outdoor living. While building an outdoor kitchen at the Lake of the Ozarks may not be the least costly home renovation to help increase the value and enjoyment of your home, it is likely worth the investment! Cooking at home is on the rise in popularity with tasty recipes and cooking tutorials at our fingertips! This creates the ripple effect of making cooking outdoors even more popular. If you're on the fence about investing in an outdoor kitchen, read on to find out why it's worth the investment!


A Study Conducted By Zillow®

According to Zillow®, homes with outdoor kitchens sell for nearly 25% more than expected. Of the nearly four million homes nationwide that sold between January 2016 and December 2017, these features, amednities and design styles made the largest impact on the sale price. 

Realized Increased Percentages During Home Sale 


  
The results are in and based on these percentages outdoor kitchens rank on the upper end of the amenities that made an impact on the sale price of their home. Not surprising considering an outdoor kitchen adds a feeling of luxury to potential home buyers. 

What Impacts a Home's Final Sale Price 



As you can see there is research to back up the claim that an outdoor kitchen is a great investment! In addition to potentially increase the value of your home, there are plenty of other benefits of owning an outdoor kitchen. Consider these benefits below! 

Entertainment Value 

If you love to entertain, an outdoor kitchen is a no brainer! One of the number one benefits of owning an outdoor kitchen is the fun it provides when entertaining - especially when you live at the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! 

Healthier Eating Habits 

When you install an outdoor kitchen, you will be more apt to stay at home and enjoy cooking outdoors with family and friends. When you cook at home you can control what goes into your food which often leads to healthier choices. Plus, grilling is a healthy alternative to cooking and makes everything taste delicious without having to add a bunch of extra oils, butter, and unhealthy additives. 

Memories Made 

The memories that you will make with your family and friends are priceless when it comes to the overall cost associated with building an outdoor kitchen. You and your children will have fond memories of birthday parties, summer BBQ's, and other gatherings that will last a lifetime!

Let's Get Building! 

If you're ready to build your dream outdoor living space contact Ragan Cabinets for the absolute best outdoor kitchen cabinets at the Lake of the Ozarks! In addition to providing the cabinets, our in house designer can design your outdoor living space from start to finish! It's likely that you will see a return on your investment when you build an outdoor kitchen but at the end of the day, even if you simply break even when you sell your home, the years of memories made will make it worth every penny!

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at the Lake of the Ozarks   

866 A Highway 42
Osage Beach, MO 65065

Phone: 573-693-3772

VISIT US AT: www.RaganCabinets.com

Location: Osage Beach, MO 65065, USA

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