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Estate agents reveal features that could 'add thousands' to property's value

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House sellers may be able to get thousands of pounds more for their property in the summer if it boasts certain features, research suggests.

The study, commissioned by Zoopla, also indicated that buyers may also be able to bag a bargain by purchasing a home with particular features “out of season”.

The research - based on recommended asking prices from more than 100 UK estate agents - asked how much they would market homes with certain features between May and August, versus other times of the year.

Property experts based their valuations on a three-bedroom property, with an average UK asking price of £324,000.

The research indicates that a south-facing or sunny garden could add an extra £5,832 to the average price of a three-bedroom property.

A balcony could potentially add £4,018 if sold in summer compared with other seasons, the research indicates.

Swimming pools and hot tubs could also potentially add value. Professionals estimated that a pool could add an additional £5,897 on average if selling in summer, while a hot tub could add £2,819, typically.