As a new home construction builder, we understand every aspect of being a new homeowner. From making one of the most significant financial purchases of your life to thinking about furniture, home decor, and other essential items needed on top, the process can feel overwhelming.
To help ease the minds of the new homeowners in your life, we’ve compiled a list of useful and thoughtful gifts they may not have known they needed this holiday season. With Black Friday sales upon us shortly, now is the perfect time to start compiling your gift-giving list!
Housewarming Gifts Under $50
Mason Jar Indoor Herb Garden – $20
A green home is a happy home, and this charming hydroponic, moisture-regulating kit will bring a variety of usable herbs to their kitchen—no gardening skills needed! Presented in beautiful vintage-inspired glass jars, this low-maintenance greenery will be a delightful addition to their new space.
Customized Welcome Mat – $24.95
…or anything custom really! Customize an address stamp, a throw blanket, a coffee cup, a cutting board, or canvas wall art with their new home address. Custom gifts require a little extra thought, which new homeowners tend to love.
Candle Warmer Lamp – $19.99
You can NEVER go wrong with a candle, or a candle warmer lamp! With a timer, dimmable light, and a variety of colors & styles to choose from, give the gift of ambiance this holiday season!
Grab a stylish and functional Wick Trimmer while you’re at it and say goodbye to soot!
Chenille Knit Throw Blanket – $40.99
Who doesn’t love a cozy blanket that also looks pretty when not in use?! You can never have too many blankets… with a variety of colors to choose from, this chenille blanket is a great gift that will get use for years to come!
Bartender Kit – $31.99
This amazing and compact bartender set provides everything new homeowners could ever need to whip up their favorite cocktails or mocktails to celebrate their new home! Best of all, it’s aesthetically pleasing and won’t take up a ton of counter space!
Charcuterie Cheese Board and Platter Set – $49.99
For future dinner parties and movie nights, this cheese board plate set is a perfect choice. The center accommodates several cheese wedges, and it includes various dishes for accompaniments. Plus, the top rotates to create extra space and reveal a complete set of cheese knives!
Housewarming Gifts Under $100
Pura Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Set – $61.99
Scent has a unique way of evoking memories and comfort, and the best homes often have a signature aroma that’s hard to identify. Enter Pura – This smart home diffuser allows you to customize the strength and frequency of your chosen home fragrance, with hundreds of options from renowned brands like NEST, Capri Blue, Otherland, and more.
Murano Glass Tumblers – $84
Handblown with traditional Murano techniques, this pair of glasses calls to mind images of sea, sky, and beauty that has stood the test of time.
Mediterranean Doorsteps Mini Air Plants – $89
These hand-sculpted cement entryways feature live air plants that add a warm, inviting atmosphere to any room – how cute!
Dinner & Dessert Pizza Class – $54
Spend 90 minutes learning to make savory and sweet pizzas that are vegan (or not). Uncommon Goods offers a host of virtual cooking, drink-making, and food “experience” classes that would be an amazing gift for the new homeowners to create memories in their brand new kitchen!
Housewarming Gifts Under $500
Our Place Home Cook Duo – $250
Our Place’s cookware is incredibly popular for good reason: each piece is multifunctional, visually appealing, features a nontoxic coating, and is oven-safe. This set includes the Perfect Pot Dutch oven and the Always Pan 2.0, making it perfect for preparing all their home-cooked meals in their new space.
Breville the Bambino Plus Espresso Machine – $499
There are tons of espresso makers on the market currently, yet Breville remains the top-rated brand year after year. The Bambino provides the quality of higher priced models with a simpler design and functionalities. It’s the perfect gift for those who love their coffee and want a reliable, trustworthy machine to pull their espresso shots.
Frantoio Olive Container Plant Tree – $109
If the recipients are fortunate enough to have outdoor space, this live olive tree would be a wonderful addition to their garden or patio! It’s also suitable for indoor living! Growing up to three feet tall, this unique gift makes a stunning enhancement to any indoor or outdoor garden for those with a green thumb.
Material Kitchen The Knives + Stand – $295
Moving into a new home is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your essentials, starting with the most important room: the kitchen. This trio of knives from Material Kitchen will quickly become a favorite, featuring Japanese stainless steel and high carbon blades that are exceptionally sharp and durable. Plus, they come with a stylish magnetic knife block for a beautiful display.
Sherpa Faux Fur 3-in-1 Pet Bed – starting at $149
Do the new homeowners have a beloved furry friend? Treat them to a luxurious pet bed that will look aesthetically pleasing in their new home. Gifing this will ensure you are the favorite guest (at least from the dog’s perspective!)
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