What Are The Best Gifts For New Homeowners?
Give the best housewarming gift of all: Peace of mind.
Give the best housewarming gift of all: Peace of mind.
Buying a home is a big move worth celebrating. After receiving those shiny new keys and settling in, your friends are likely hosting a housewarming party. So, when that invitation arrives, you’ll inevitably wonder: “Should I bring a gift?” and, if so, “What should I bring?”
Before you rush to the nearest Crate & Barrel and buy the first throw blanket you see, we’ve done the research for you. Let’s explore tips for selecting the best housewarming gifts to welcome your friends and family home.
The short answer is yes. Unless they have a gift registry, it is not mandatory. However, hosts commonly expect their guests to bring gifts. You wouldn’t attend a baby shower without a gift for the baby. For new homeowners, their house is pretty much their new baby. (And perhaps just as expensive.)
Great gifts don’t necessarily mean breaking the bank. Sure, what you are giving depends on your budget. But knowing what the person likes —or, even better, what they need— is key to getting meaningful gifts.
A great present could be something symbolic, like a personalized keychain, or something practical, like a home security system. Keep reading to discover some great gift ideas.
Not sure where to start? Try the “Something to…” gift-giving formula.
Excellent gifts address a specific need or want. This applies for gifting new homeowners and, well, everybody else.
Here’s a tip for finding great gifts: Start by saying, “I want to give them something to…”. Then, complete the sentence. Something to have fun? To cook? Something to make them feel safer, like an Arlo Security Camera?
By following this formula, gift ideas will naturally come to mind. Keep reading and discover what that “something” might be.
1. Something to celebrate: A bottle of wine.
After all, they invited you to a housewarming par-ty. With so many options, gifting a bottle of wine or two is always a reliable choice. To make it extra special, you could also bring a set of wine glasses or a wine rack. Your hosts will love having a spot for not just the new bottle of wine, but all the ones to come.
2. Something to drink: A hot beverage gift basket.
Not a fan of wine? Consider gifting them a basket filled with bags of quality ground coffee, cocoa, and your favorite teas. This is a wonderful gift because, in the end, it’s about creating future special moments in their new place. Nothing says “home” like enjoying a hot cup of coffee in the afternoon or sipping chamomile tea while reading a book.
3. Something to welcome friends: A video doorbell.
Have you ever kept guests waiting while taking something out of the oven? Us, too. With a reliable video doorbell, they won’t ever need to shout “Just a moment!” in their new house. A new home always means having guests over, which is why a video doorbell is such a fantastic gift idea.
Imagine being able to know who’s at the door at any time. Choices like the Arlo Wireless Video Doorbell even offer two-way audio, allowing homeowners to talk to their arriving friends. Receive instant alerts on your phone when motion is detected, and see more at your front door with a wide field of view.
4. Something to liven up the place: A plant.
Plants have a special power: they can inject a sense of life into every room. Put a Monstera in an empty living room, and suddenly, it feels elegant and hospitable. Place some Ficus in a bedroom, and it will stop feeling like a hotel room.
The only problem with plants is that while everybody loves them, not everybody knows how to take care of them. Luckily, some plants don’t require having a green thumb. Consider low-maintenance species like the snake plant, the ZZ plant, or the Lucky Bamboo.
If the new homeowners have any pets or kids, it’s best to always check if the plant you’re buying is toxic.
5. Something to feel safer: A wireless security camera.
One of the best gifts for new homeowners is peace of mind, something easily achievable with a wireless security camera. Options like the Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera capture 2K high-quality video with the convenience of connecting directly to Wi-Fi, without the need of a SmartHub.
And if the homeowners want to, they can easily expand the number of cameras and keep improving their home security.
6. Something to gather with friends and family: Board games.
The new homeowners are hosting a party, so they are probably the social type. With this in mind, the best gift for them might be an excuse for another friends’ reunion. Board games are like books: you can never have too many. They not only provide great fun but also help break the ice during a party.
You can choose a classic one, like Scrabble. But with dozens of great board games coming out every year, you could also surprise them with a more interesting choice.
Pair board games with an indoor security camera, allowing your friends to monitor their kids or guests playing while they are in another room. Options like the Arlo 2nd Generation Essential Indoor Security Camera feature a 130° field of view, 2-way audio, and night vision.
7. Something to keep their house protected: A Home Security System.
While a security camera is a great gift, danger comes not only from visible threats. Home Security Systems help detect carbon monoxide, smoke and water leaks. They’ll also double as security alarms, with motion, open-closed and light detection.
Leaving your pet at home can be worrying, especially if you’re gone for a large part of the day. An indoor camera can monitor your pet while you’re away. Options like the Arlo All-in-One Home Security System let you monitor your house from an app and require no contracts. It is also expandable and easy to install with no hardwiring.
8. Something to cook together: Kitchenware.
Whether for preparing meals or serving dishes, kitchenware is always a useful gift. Skillets, cutting boards, serving plates, and coasters are great options. You could also consider a wok or a sous vide cooker for the more adventurous chefs.
The type of housewarming party may also give you a hint of their preferred type of cooking. For example, if it’s a BBQ afternoon party, why not bring a personalized apron or a BBQ grill set?
Plus, with a Home Security System—like the previously mentioned Arlo All-in-One Home Security System—they can cook with peace of mind, thanks to its smoke detection capability.
What housewarming gifts should I avoid?
Unless you’re absolutely certain about their taste, avoid giving items that could clash with the style of their home decor. Remember that feeling when you received a t-shirt that didn’t quite match your style? The same applies to them and their new home.
Giving art, picture frames, doormats, and even furniture can sometimes put the new homeowners in a tricky situation. That “Beware of the Cat” doormat you found amusing? Well, your guests might not be so fond of it.
While you could categorize towels as gifts to avoid, here’s one handy tip. If you genuinely want to give bath towels, simply stick to basic colors like white, beige, or gray.
Give the gift of peace of mind with Arlo.
Whatever you give to the happy new homeowners, Arlo offers the best gift of all: peace of mind. Help them protect every inch of their new home with security camera bundles and video doorbells. Allow them to monitor their entire house with a customizable Home Security System. What are you waiting for? Give your nearest and dearest a worry-free weekend at home with security that lasts a lifetime.
