House Hunters Season 16 Episode 11 Wanted: Windy City Bungalow

In House Hunters season 16 episode 11 titled "Wanted: Windy City Bungalow", viewers are taken on a journey through the process of finding the perfect home for a young couple in Chicago. The couple, Mark and Sarah, are recently engaged and looking to purchase their first home together. They have a budget of $500,000 and are specifically searching for a bungalow-style home in the Windy City.

The episode begins with the couple meeting with their real estate agent, Rachel, to discuss their must-haves for their new home. Mark and Sarah are both in their early thirties and are looking for a home that has enough space for them to grow into as a couple. They are hoping to find a home with at least two bedrooms, a backyard or outdoor space, and a basement that can eventually be finished. Additional features that they are looking for include updated appliances and finishes, a fireplace, and a garage.

Rachel takes the couple to see their first home option, a charming bungalow in the North Side neighborhood of Lakeview. The home has two bedrooms and one bathroom on the main level and a partially finished basement. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, which are a major plus for Mark and Sarah. The backyard has a small deck and treehouse, perfect for entertaining and future family gatherings. The couple is impressed with the amount of natural light that the home lets in, and they appreciate the character of the bungalow's original moldings and hardwood floors.

The second home on the tour is located in the West Side neighborhood of Logan Square. The bungalow has three bedrooms and one bathroom, which is a plus for the couple's future family plans. The updated kitchen has a modern style with new appliances and finishes. The unfinished basement provides room for storage, as well as the potential to finish the space in the future. The home also features a backyard garden, which is a major selling point for Sarah, who loves to cook with fresh ingredients. While the couple is impressed with the home's spaciousness, they find the design a bit too modern for their taste.

The final home on the tour is located in the South Side Bridgeport neighborhood. The bungalow has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, which is the largest of the three options. The home has a spacious backyard with a patio and deck, making it perfect for outdoor entertaining. The updated kitchen has new appliances and finishes, and the hardwood floors throughout the home are a major selling point for the couple. While they love the home's spaciousness and updated features, they are not fond of the neighborhood's distance from their jobs in the city center.

After touring all three homes, Mark and Sarah sit down with Rachel to discuss their options. They weigh the pros and cons of each home and eventually make a final decision on which home to purchase. The couple's final decision is not disclosed until the end of the episode, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Overall, House Hunters season 16 episode 11 "Wanted: Windy City Bungalow" provides an inside look at the often-stressful process of finding the perfect home, particularly for first-time homebuyers. The episode showcases the importance of having a clear understanding of what one is looking for in a property, and the importance of having a real estate agent who can help navigate the process. Viewers are left feeling invested in Mark and Sarah's story, and eager to see which home they chose in the end.