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Make a Weekend Date With the Open Houses of Instagram

Making weekend plans? If you’re thinking about a new place to live, visit an open house or three.

Even if buying a house isn’t in your near-term plans, an open house is the perfect way to home in on what you want in a home. Make mental notes as you stroll through open houses and tally up your likes and dislikes.

When it comes time to make a decision on buying a place, your open house experience will guide you—you’ll know what elements of a home are must-haves and which features you can do without.

To help you in your housing journey, we’ve selected a few cool open homes on Instagram for your perusal. All you need to do is scroll down for inspiration…

7319 Centenary Ave, Dallas, TX

Price: $2,049,000

Don't forget to mark your calendar for the Briggs Freeman Spring Open House Tour this Sunday! 7319 Centenary will be open from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Don't miss this one! A classic traditional home situated on a 59×150 lot with great backyard space! This home has a fantastic open, flowing floorplan complete with all of the best amenities for a fabulous family living experience. Beautiful moldings, hardwood floors and finishes throughout. Creekview Custom Homes has proven design and quality construction in the finest neighborhoods of Dallas. #briggsfreeman #dallas #realestate #springinbloom #openhouse #openhouses #traditional #classic

A photo posted by Lisa Gross (@lisagrossrealestate) on Apr 22, 2016 at 9:39am PDT

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1443 Arbor Green Trl, O’Fallon, IL

Price: $349,900

Great one, drop by and see me, forget me see a great House! Sunday 1-3. 1443 Arbor Green Trail. #ofallonjohn #bhhselite #bhhs #ofallonil #openhouse #bhhsrealestate

A video posted by Beardedjohn (@jgrissom_bhhs) on Apr 22, 2016 at 9:36am PDT

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7632 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA

Price: $288,700

The sunny farmhouse kitchen and the laundry/mud room at 7632 Ardleigh St boast meticulously hand-laid mosaic tile designed by a master artisan. Come see it in person tomorrow, Saturaday, from 11-1! #openhouse #7632ardleighst #chestnuthill #phillyhomegirls #phillyrealestate

A photo posted by Philly Home Girls (@phillyhomegirls) on Apr 22, 2016 at 9:10am PDT

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16 Niagara Pier, Erie, PA

Price: $524,900

Don't miss the ‪#OpenHouse 16 Niagara Pier this weekend! Stop by anytime Sunday, April 24th, from 1-3pm! Watch epic, 180 degree view sunsets from your balcony, deck, or through your floor to ceiling windows at this premier bay front location! Enjoy this exquisite, custom built condo with grand entrance, solid surface counter tops and huge island in the kitchen, soaring ceilings, built-ins, and fireplace in the living room. Gorgeous master suite with to-die-for walk-in closet, amazing en suite bath, and balcony. All full baths feature dual shower heads, there's a sauna located in spacious finished basement, the office and den both feature built-ins, and the property features a 2-car garage. Don't miss out on this end unit in this private, gated community! Call Jake Scheloske today at 814-449-7973! ‪#TryAgresti ‪#‎AgrestiRealEstate‬ ‪#‎TryAgresti‬ ‪#Homeforsale ‪#Wanttomove ‪#HouseHunting ‪#‎LakeViews‬ ‪#‎Waterfront‬ http://ow.ly/4mZrUa

A photo posted by Agresti Real Estate (@agrestirealestate) on Apr 22, 2016 at 9:01am PDT

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709 Lincolnshire Ct, Chesapeake, VA

Price: $408,000

OPEN HOUSE Sunday April 24th. 2 -4pm! 709 Lincolnshire Court in Chesapeake. Stunning 2,864 sf home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths located on quiet cul-de-sac in desirable Cheshire Forest! 2-story open floor plan, 2nd floor hall open to foyer. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Large master bath with tub, separate shower and 2 vanities. His & her closets. Balcony on the front of the house and deck on the back of the house with screened gazebo. Shed, newer roof, 1 year old HVAC with programmable thermostat, gas heat, security system, bar, cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace, window treatments, and 2 car garage. Community pool, tennis, & clubhouse. Great Bridge Schools! $408,000. Call or email Kathy McLaughlin with Rose and Womble for more details: (757) 620-3684, [email protected] #houseforsalechesapeake #cheshireforest ##roseandwomble #realtor #openhouse

A photo posted by Kathy McLaughlin (@kathy_mclaughlin_realtor) on Apr 22, 2016 at 8:30am PDT

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2038 S Opal St, Philadelphia, PA

Price: $198,000

Open House alert! Join us at 2038 S. Opal St. this Sunday from 1 – 3pm at this gorgeous complete renovation!

A photo posted by Nigel Richards (@nigelknowsphilly) on Apr 22, 2016 at 7:15am PDT

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49 Cliffside Trl, Denville, NJ

Price: $299,000

Open House! Sunday 1-4pm 49 Cliffside Trail, Denville http://bit.ly/49CliffsideDenville 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, lake view, $299,000 This home has a wonderful panoramic view of Indian Lake and many original features! Open kitchen with new granite counter tops flows into the dining room, which has a built in cabinet. Master bedroom on first floor, and large third bedroom on second floor. This home is perfect for lake life relaxing! #morrishomegurus #midtowndirect #newjersey #denvillerealestate #indianlake #denville #openhouse #lakeview #staycation #openhouse

A photo posted by The Elms-Dougherty Group (@elmsdoughertyremax) on Apr 22, 2016 at 6:47am PDT

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59 Pleasant Plains Ave, Staten Island, NY

Price: $599,000

Open House SATURDAY 4/23. 12 to 3PM 59 Pleasant Plains, Staten Island NY 10309 Beautifully Renovated 4 Bedroom Cape with 7000 Sq Ft of Property on Quiet & Private Street. Gorgeous Oak Floors & Recessed Lighting Flow From Foyer to Living Rm & Dining Rm. Eat in Kitchen Offers Raised Panel Oak Cabinetry, Ceramic Tile Floor & Door to Yard. Finished Basement, Central Air, Garage, Near All. Level 1: Large & Bright Sun Room, Foyer, Living Room, Dining Room, New Eat in Kitchen with Door to Yard, Master Bedroom, Full Bath, 2nd Bedroom Level 2: 3rd Bedroom, 4th Bedroom, Large Half Bath. Storage Basement: Full Finished – Family Room, Laundry Room, Workshop/Utility Room, Door to Yard. #StatenIslandRealEstate #HomeForSale #OpenHouse #StatenIsland #NewYorkRealEstate #DiGiovannaRealEstate #TitanHomeRealty

A photo posted by Michael A. DiGiovanna (@michael.digiovanna) on Apr 22, 2016 at 6:46am PDT

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8 Northbridge Pl, Morris Twp, NJ

Price: $529,000

Open House! Sunday 1-4pm 8 Northbridge Place, Convent Station http://bit.ly/8Northbridge 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths $529,000 This sunny and bright unit at 8 Northbridge features a private deck & patio area with bamboo garden. Very short and convenient walk to train, is close to all major highways and just minutes for downtown Morristown. The Traction Line rail trail is also very close for people who love to keep active! #morrishomegurus #walkable #walktotrain #midtowndirect #newjersey #moristownrealestate #railtrail #morristown #bamboo #garden #serenitynow #remax #openhouse

A photo posted by The Elms-Dougherty Group (@elmsdoughertyremax) on Apr 22, 2016 at 6:12am PDT

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9741 Johanna Pl, Shadow Hills, CA

Price: $749,000

9741 Johanna Place, Shadow hills. Dreaming of living in an equestrian community? This could be the home for you. Stop by for your tour. #realestate #spotthesign #openhouse #bhhsrealestate #shadowhills

A photo posted by @lacanadadreams on Apr 21, 2016 at 11:36pm PDT

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3 Welbury, Aliso Viejo, CA

Price: $620,000

Open House Sat & Sun April 23 rd and 24th, 1 to 4 Pm. 3 Welbury , Aliso Viejo 3 BD | 2 1/2 Bath| 1640 SqFt. | #condo #alisoviejo #OpenHouse #victoria #openhouses

A photo posted by Sue Makanvand ® (@suemakanvand) on Apr 21, 2016 at 10:02pm PDT

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321 Pinnacle, Lake Orion, MI

Price: $386,000

321 Pinnacle, Lake Orion, MI 48360 Home for sale! Comment for the tour link of the home. #Michigan #House_For_Sale #Home_For_Sale #Forsale #realvisionstudio #RTV #Realtor #Homeestate #homes #houses #virtualtours #live #openhouse #realestate #house #home #beautiful #magnificent #real #estate #fantastic #musthave #mustbuy #mustown #mustsee #musthave #mustlook #buy #see #own #lakeorion

A photo posted by Real Vision Studio (@real_vision_studio) on Apr 21, 2016 at 6:03pm PDT

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83 Battery Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Price: $1,149,000

#OPENHOUSE 83 Battery Ave Brooklyn, NY 11228 Sun, Apr 24, 1:00pm-3:00pm 2 Family in Great Location of Dyker Heights/Ft Hamilton! This home has a large 25×125 Lot. First Floor is 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Second floor is 3 bedrooms and 1.75 baths. There is also a Semi-finished basement with a half bath and high ceilings. Kitchens are very spacious. Minutes away from the R train and the Express bus right around the corner. Dyker Beach Golf Course up the block on 7th Ave. Nearby to shopping in Bay Ridge. Call 718-612-3088 NOW!! #brooklyn #newyork #househunting #brooklynrealestate #brooklynbound #realestate #michaelnapolitano #realestatebroker #realestateagent #broker #remax #remaxmetro #homes #house #homesweethome #brooklynnewyork #realtor #property #ilovebrooklyn #brooklynsfinest #realestateforsale #realestatelife #dreamhome #dreamhouse #brooklynny #brooklynlife #propertyforsale #houseforsale #homesforsale

A photo posted by Napolitano Team NYC (@napteamnyc) on Apr 21, 2016 at 5:31pm PDT

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54 Bridge Tree Ct, Evington, VA

Price: $324,900

54 Bridge Tree Court || $324,900 Call Us 434-381-3085 if you're interested in a showing! This beautifully landscaped and open concept home in Hunters Mill is just waiting for new owners! Enjoy the open foyer with formal living and dining room that lead into a terrific kitchen with two pantries for extra storage and cherry finished cabinets, main level laundry, and oversized garage. The upper level with all new carpet, boasts 4 bedrooms including a large master with plenty of natural light and a gorgeous en suite. The full basement is ready for expansion and is roughed in for a bath. The beautiful stone terrace and sidewalk to back patio and deck overlook the private fenced …in back yard. Great home in a great neighborhood, make this house a must see!

A photo posted by Lynchburg's Finest Real Estate (@lynchburgsfinest) on Apr 21, 2016 at 5:02pm PDT

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3679 Frantz Rd, Miami, FL

Price: $1,898,000

JUST LISTED! 3679 Frantz Road, Miami, FL. 33133 This beautiful 2-level Spanish design property sits on a large, 9,600 sq.ft lot in South Coconut Grove. The main home features 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a fully updated gourmet kitchen, fireplace, high impact doors & windows, a spacious formal dining room and wood flooring. With impressive porches and open balconies throughout the entire property that overlook the quaint garden and separate renovated guest house and maids quarters that include 2bedrooms, 2car garage, 2bathrooms and a large updated gourmet kitchen. Outside coral rock paths wind through the gated corner property elegantly surrounding the pool. The coveted neighborhood has a private police patrol and is just minutes away from Coconut Grove Village! Visit this bright and spacious property this Sunday for the Open House from 12:30 to 2:30pm #Miami #Miamirealestate #realestate #coconutgrove #openhouse #electriccarready #guesthouse #property #forsale #poolhome #poolside #makeityours #newlisting #realty #youragent #kellerwilliams #luxuryhome #lifestyle #homesweethome

A photo posted by MegaLuxeHomes (@megaluxehomes) on Apr 21, 2016 at 4:29pm PDT

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6781 Aberdale Cir, San Ramon, CA

Price: $965,000

#Openhouse #2 is 6781 Aberdale Circle, San Ramon, CA. 4 Beds, 3 Baths, +/- 2,062 Sq. Ft. Offered at $965,000. Stop by on either Saturday and Sunday from 1 PM – 4 PM. We'll be sharing Sunday's open house‬ schedule for the remaining FOUR homes tomorrow. #KhristaJarvisTeam

A photo posted by The Khrista Jarvis Team (@khristajarvisteam) on Apr 21, 2016 at 3:46pm PDT

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11051 Dudley Way, Stanton, CA

Price: $330,000

This 3 bedroom townhome just hit the market for $330,000! This PUD includes lots of great amenities too! See 11051 Dudley Ave. this Sat. & Sun. from 1-4 #justlisted #openhouse #townhome #stantonca #socalrealestate #shannonjonesteam

A photo posted by The Shannon Jones Team (@shannon_jones_team) on Apr 21, 2016 at 3:40pm PDT

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7819 Marquette St, Dallas, TX

Price: $1,299,000

Open House!! Sunday, April 24, 1:00-3:00 7819 Marquette Street, Dallas 75225 www.netherybrannongroup.com #springinbloom #openhouse #househunting #milliondollarlisting

A photo posted by Nethery Brannon Group (@netherybrannon) on Apr 21, 2016 at 3:34pm PDT

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4261 Castlepeak Dr, Corona, CA

Price: $619,000

Come see this beautiful large hone in Eagle Glen listed for $619,000. www.4261Castlepeak.com #forsale #kellerwilliams #openhouse #eagleglen #newlisting #coronacalifornia

A photo posted by RobertandChristy (@robertandchristy) on Apr 21, 2016 at 2:55pm PDT

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24760 N 118th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ

Price: $679,000

OPEN HOUSE! Saturday 4/23 1-4pm! TROON RIDGE 24760 N 118th Place, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 – $679,000 – 4 bed/2 bath/3 car garage with lots of PRIVACY! More information and photos: https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/az/scottsdale/24760-n-118th-place/pid_10034721/ #OPENHOUSE #TroonRidge #Troon #Scottsdale #AZ #Arizona #Golf #TroonGolf #CBRB #ColdwellBankerHomes #ColdwellBanker #ColdwellBankerResidentialBrokerage #Privacy #Pool #PricedRight #GreatDayToBuyAHouse #BringMeStarbucks!

A photo posted by Anne Az REALTOR® (@anneazrealtor) on Apr 21, 2016 at 1:45pm PDT

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