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How to get a house in StarfieldThere’s no shortage of ways to become a homeowner in Starfield

There’s no shortage of ways to become a homeowner in Starfield

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Image credit:Bethesda

An view overlooking a city in Starfield.

How do you get a house in Starfield?You’ve traversed across the Settled Systems, and now you just want a place to call your own. Luckily,Starfieldhas several home options, from a literal sleep crate to a bougie penthouse worthy of royalty. It’s worth investing in a home because the game lets you customize and decorate any houses or outposts to suit your unique tastes.

If you’ve been adventuring throughStarfieldand are finally ready to settle down, we have everything you need to know to become a first-time homeowner. Our guide to how to get a house in Starfield covers your home options, the buying process, and everything else you need to know to secure a place to stay.

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How do you get a house in Starfield?

How to buy a house in Starfield

Home prices in Starfield range from 6,500 credits to 235,000 credits. On the low end, 6,500 credits will get youSleepcrateinNeon, which is, in fact, an actual crate that barely fits more than a bed. On the other hand, 235,000 credits nets you Neon’s greatest penthouse suite on top of theAstral Lounge. Other purchasable home options includeCore Manor(78,000 credits) andThe Stretch Apartment(45,000 credits), both inAkila City.

However, if you want to settle inNew Atlantis, you’ll face a prerequisite for home ownership beyond merely having enough credits to purchase it. To buy a house in New Atlantis, you must complete some missions for theUnited Coloniesfaction and become a citizen. Once you do this, you can then speak to the real estate agent atAphelion Realty, which will then allow you to buy the two-storyWell Apartmentfor 30,000 credits.

You can own multiple homes in Starfield as long as you have the credits to purchase them.

Other ways to get a house

Starfield also gives players a couple of other opportunities to earn houses, too. One of them is a quest reward, while the other requires choosing a specific trait at thecharacter creationscreen. If you’re looking for a place to live but don’t necessarily go through the hassle of buying it, here are your two options.

Mercury Tower Penthouse

If your New Atlantis Well Apartment isn’t doing it for you and you don’t like your other options, you can earn the fancyMercury Tower Penthouseas a quest reward. However, you’ll have to put some work into this because it’s a reward for completing the United Colonies questline, which takes some time. But, it’s worth the grind because not only is it the biggest home in Starfield, but it’s also totally free.

Starfield Dream Home trait

Starfield outposts

While they aren’t technically homes, you can build outposts nearly anywhere in the galaxy. When you start the game, you can build up to eight different outposts as you traverse the Settled Systems. Outposts can be as simple or as intricate as you’d like. They offer players plenty of customization options, whether you simply want a place to store your belongings or you’re hoping show off your creative side with a custom build. Just be sure you settle in places with significant resources, as you’ll need them to keep your outpost up and running. Also, be careful and invest in solid defenses, as some outpost locales are prime for attacks from creatures or pirates.

That’s everything you need to know to find a home in Starfield. As you play through the game and explore everything its thousand planets have to offer, you may want to check out our guide tothe best skills on the Starfield skill tree, ourStarfield lockpickingguide, and our overview of theStarfield romance options. We’ve also got guides for thebest mods,best PC settings for performanceand a list ofconsole commands and cheats.