We’re a young country and our history doesn’t go back as extensively that of countries in Europe. However, while we don’t have homes that have been standing for over a thousand years and towns that showcase a variety of authentic architectural styles, we do have some styles of our own, styles that have been copied or created and now litter the architectural landscape.

Of those styles, these are the ones that sell the most. If you home is one of these then you shouldn’t have an issue selling it.

Cape Cod

This style of home is a true slice of American history, dating back to the 1600s. There is a certain nostalgia to this type of home and that’s why we love them so much, but they are also well built and can withstand those cold winters in the Northeast. That’s why they were built in the first place.

Whereas traditional homes in this style are few and far between now, the style was used a lot after the Second World War and many of those homes are still standing to this day.

Art Deco

This is one of those styles that you will either love or hate. It’s a style that raises eyebrows and sends some prospective buyers packing, but the ones that do like it seem to love it.

Influenced by 1930s fashion this style can typically be found in sun-drenched locations, often in upmarket beachside locations.

Colonial

Another slice of nostalgia this popular stye of architecture has been used for many centuries after first being adopted by early American settlers in the 1600s. It’s a little too formal for some and the warming, cozy exterior can hide a cold interior, but a refurbished, modernized home done in the colonial style can make for a great modern day mansion and one that is sure to attract plenty of buyers.

Tudor

Instantly reminiscent of a quaint English town, this style began in the age of the Tudors in England, which lasted from the late 15th century to the early 17th century. This was an important time for America, but the style wasn’t actually adopted until some 3 centuries later when all things English began to be embraced instead of reviled.

Log Homes

Traditional log homes are one of the few styles that we can claim as our own. Popular as holiday destinations and hunting lodges, these homes have always been fairly easy to sell and the construction of them has always proved to be a challenge that any hard-working American is happy to accept.

Whether it’s houses we see on TV, houses we’re in the market to buy or even toy houses, we just can’t get enough of this style (see this link to see what I mean).