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homebuyer

American  
[hohm-bahy-er] / ˈhoʊmˌbaɪ ər /

noun

  1. a person who buys or expects to buy a house.


Etymology

Origin of homebuyer

First recorded in 1965–70; home + buyer

Example Sentences

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The typical homebuyer in February paid 1.8% less than the final list price, the largest discount for this time of year since 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

“Despite a declining youth population, all major homebuyer groups will grow over the next decade, with extended rental periods creating opportunities in both rental and homeownership markets,” the report said.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026

Imperial voters consistently back progressive economic policies at the ballot box and hold a favorable view of local government programs that deliver tangible help such as homebuyer assistance, housing rehabilitation and expanded healthcare access.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 6, 2025

New residential property prices fell year-on-year in September in 61 out of 70 cities surveyed by the National Bureau of Statistics, NBS data showed Monday, a sign of persisting homebuyer wariness.

From Barron's • Oct. 20, 2025

It has to do, most of all, with what a certain class of homebuyer even believes a house to be—whether they realize it or not.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2025