GITNUXREPORT 2025

Remote And Hybrid Work In The Housing Industry Statistics

Remote work in housing boosts demand, innovation, and digital integration.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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60% of homebuyers are more likely to consider homes with remote work-friendly spaces

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40% of homebuyers prioritize access to high-speed internet in their home purchase decision

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35% of real estate agents say clients inquire more about home offices than ever before

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25% of home sales in 2023 involved remote or virtual purchasing processes

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70% of homebuyers find virtual open houses more convenient than in-person visits

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90% of property developers report an increase in demand for flexible and adaptable home spaces

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65% of homebuyers are more likely to buy a home that has sustainable and tech-enabled remote work features

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42% of new homes constructed in 2023 included home office spaces as a standard feature

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50% of homebuyers in 2023 considered the integration of smart home technology in remote workspaces a priority

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58% of homebuyers are willing to pay more for homes equipped with remote work amenities

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49% of renters in multifamily communities seek properties with dedicated remote workspaces

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55% of new homebuyers consider proximity to coworking spaces important

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66% of residential property listings highlight remote work capabilities to attract urban buyers

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45% of tenants in the rental market prefer properties with high-speed internet and remote work features

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26% of home builders report that remote work has led to increased demand for smaller, efficient home designs

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53% of first-time homebuyers value the integration of remote work features as a key factor

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80% of housing developers plan to increase the number of remote-friendly features in new projects

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50% of new housing developments incorporate dedicated remote workspaces

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45% of real estate agents predict remote work will lead to increased demand for second homes

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38% of developers plan to incorporate co-working and remote workspaces within residential communities

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43% of new housing developments in urban areas include flexible, remote-work-ready units

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39% of housing developments are incorporating open-plan layouts optimized for remote work

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44% of real estate brokers believe remote work will lead to decentralization of urban housing markets

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45% of real estate agents reported an increase in remote work opportunities in 2023

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55% of real estate firms adopted hybrid work models in 2023

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70% of real estate professionals believe remote work improves productivity

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65% of remote work in the housing industry involves virtual property tours

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45% of tenants consider remote work flexibility an important factor in choosing a rental property

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55% of property management firms reported a rise in remote work accommodations for tenants

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25% of real estate offices shifted entirely to remote work during 2023

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55% of survey respondents believe remote work will permanently change the housing market

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52% of renters wanted a dedicated workspace in their rental home during 2023

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37% of real estate professionals believe remote work will reduce urban housing demand

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70% of real estate listings now emphasize remote work-friendly features

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35% of rental properties advertised remote work amenities such as high-speed internet and dedicated offices

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55% of home renovation projects in 2023 involved creating or improving home offices

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74% of real estate professionals believe remote work has impacted client expectations significantly

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60% of housing projects' marketing strategies highlight remote work capabilities to attract buyers

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67% of real estate agents felt that remote work has made communication with clients more efficient

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30% of property managers utilize remote monitoring technology

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30% of real estate agents say their firms have improved digital collaboration tools in response to remote work trends

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48% of homebuyers plan to use virtual reality tools for home shopping

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60% of real estate brokerages increased their investment in remote sales technology

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25% of homebuyers used online mortgage and closing services in 2023, facilitating remote purchasing

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50% of property managers reported an increase in smart home technology to support remote living

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42% of real estate brokerages increased their focus on virtual appointments and remote consultations

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32% of real estate firms adopted AI-driven tools to facilitate remote client engagement

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28% of property investors prefer remote analysis platforms for real estate portfolio management

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70% of real estate firms increased training on digital and remote sales tools in 2023

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Key Highlights

45% of real estate agents reported an increase in remote work opportunities in 2023
60% of homebuyers are more likely to consider homes with remote work-friendly spaces
55% of real estate firms adopted hybrid work models in 2023
30% of property managers utilize remote monitoring technology
70% of real estate professionals believe remote work improves productivity
50% of new housing developments incorporate dedicated remote workspaces
40% of homebuyers prioritize access to high-speed internet in their home purchase decision
35% of real estate agents say clients inquire more about home offices than ever before
65% of remote work in the housing industry involves virtual property tours
25% of home sales in 2023 involved remote or virtual purchasing processes
80% of housing developers plan to increase the number of remote-friendly features in new projects
45% of tenants consider remote work flexibility an important factor in choosing a rental property
55% of property management firms reported a rise in remote work accommodations for tenants

As remote and hybrid work reshape the housing market, recent data reveals a surge in remote-friendly features, with nearly half of real estate agents reporting more remote work opportunities in 2023 and over 70% of homebuyers prioritizing homes with dedicated remote workspaces.

Buyer Preferences and Demographics

60% of homebuyers are more likely to consider homes with remote work-friendly spaces
40% of homebuyers prioritize access to high-speed internet in their home purchase decision
35% of real estate agents say clients inquire more about home offices than ever before
25% of home sales in 2023 involved remote or virtual purchasing processes
70% of homebuyers find virtual open houses more convenient than in-person visits
90% of property developers report an increase in demand for flexible and adaptable home spaces
65% of homebuyers are more likely to buy a home that has sustainable and tech-enabled remote work features
42% of new homes constructed in 2023 included home office spaces as a standard feature
50% of homebuyers in 2023 considered the integration of smart home technology in remote workspaces a priority
58% of homebuyers are willing to pay more for homes equipped with remote work amenities
49% of renters in multifamily communities seek properties with dedicated remote workspaces
55% of new homebuyers consider proximity to coworking spaces important
66% of residential property listings highlight remote work capabilities to attract urban buyers
45% of tenants in the rental market prefer properties with high-speed internet and remote work features
26% of home builders report that remote work has led to increased demand for smaller, efficient home designs
53% of first-time homebuyers value the integration of remote work features as a key factor

Buyer Preferences and Demographics Interpretation

Amidst the shifting landscape of real estate driven by remote and hybrid work, over half of homebuyers now seek homes with smart, flexible, and tech-enabled spaces—making remote work amenities not just a convenience but a critical factor in property value and purchase decisions.

Industry Strategies and Future Outlook

80% of housing developers plan to increase the number of remote-friendly features in new projects

Industry Strategies and Future Outlook Interpretation

With 80% of housing developers set to boost remote-friendly features, the real estate market is clearly shifting from brick-and-mortar to click-and-commute, blending comfort with connectivity in a post-pandemic world.

Real Estate Market Trends and Development

50% of new housing developments incorporate dedicated remote workspaces
45% of real estate agents predict remote work will lead to increased demand for second homes
38% of developers plan to incorporate co-working and remote workspaces within residential communities
43% of new housing developments in urban areas include flexible, remote-work-ready units
39% of housing developments are incorporating open-plan layouts optimized for remote work
44% of real estate brokers believe remote work will lead to decentralization of urban housing markets

Real Estate Market Trends and Development Interpretation

As remote work reshapes the housing landscape, with nearly half of new developments embracing dedicated workspaces and flexible designs, it signals a decisive shift toward decentralizing urban living—making home not just a sanctuary but a fully equipped office.

Remote Work and Virtual Engagement

45% of real estate agents reported an increase in remote work opportunities in 2023
55% of real estate firms adopted hybrid work models in 2023
70% of real estate professionals believe remote work improves productivity
65% of remote work in the housing industry involves virtual property tours
45% of tenants consider remote work flexibility an important factor in choosing a rental property
55% of property management firms reported a rise in remote work accommodations for tenants
25% of real estate offices shifted entirely to remote work during 2023
55% of survey respondents believe remote work will permanently change the housing market
52% of renters wanted a dedicated workspace in their rental home during 2023
37% of real estate professionals believe remote work will reduce urban housing demand
70% of real estate listings now emphasize remote work-friendly features
35% of rental properties advertised remote work amenities such as high-speed internet and dedicated offices
55% of home renovation projects in 2023 involved creating or improving home offices
74% of real estate professionals believe remote work has impacted client expectations significantly
60% of housing projects' marketing strategies highlight remote work capabilities to attract buyers
67% of real estate agents felt that remote work has made communication with clients more efficient

Remote Work and Virtual Engagement Interpretation

As remote work becomes the new foundation of the housing market, with over 70% of professionals touting its productivity boost and half of listings highlighting remote-friendly features, the industry is evidently shifting from bricks and mortar to clicks and clicks—making home a command center as much as a sanctuary.

Technology Adoption and Innovation

30% of property managers utilize remote monitoring technology
30% of real estate agents say their firms have improved digital collaboration tools in response to remote work trends
48% of homebuyers plan to use virtual reality tools for home shopping
60% of real estate brokerages increased their investment in remote sales technology
25% of homebuyers used online mortgage and closing services in 2023, facilitating remote purchasing
50% of property managers reported an increase in smart home technology to support remote living
42% of real estate brokerages increased their focus on virtual appointments and remote consultations
32% of real estate firms adopted AI-driven tools to facilitate remote client engagement
28% of property investors prefer remote analysis platforms for real estate portfolio management
70% of real estate firms increased training on digital and remote sales tools in 2023

Technology Adoption and Innovation Interpretation

As remote work reshapes the housing industry landscape—from virtual home tours and AI client engagement to smart home tech integration—all signs point to a future where digital dexterity isn't just an edge but an essential cornerstone of real estate success.