25 New Home Wishes That'll Be Welcomed With Open Arms

These sweet sentiments will get you the key to their heart.

Couple sitting on the floor of their new home

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Updated Aug 29, 2023

Stepping over the threshold of a new home is a huge milestone, one that marks the start of a new season of life, filled with core memories yet to be made. Has anyone close to you recently opened the door to this new chapter? If so, sending new home wishes their way, especially if they're written in a more formal (and, dare we say, adorable) housewarming greeting card, offers a wonderful gesture of support. Whether the new nesters are throwing a housewarming party and they've sent out official invitations or you just want to drop something off in their new mailbox (why is a new mailbox the cutest housewarming gift for a couple, though), you'll still want the right words to commemorate the occasion. And we can help if you're stuck or need some inspiration for your housewarming wishes.

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Read on for tips on how to compose a thoughtful "congratulations on your new home" message. We even have some notes/prompts you can just copy and paste right into your housewarming card.

In this article:

What to Write in a Housewarming Card
New Home Wishes for Friends
New Home Wishes for Family
New Home Wishes for Couples
Funny New Home Wishes
Simple New Home Wishes

What to Write in a Housewarming Card

Sending a "thinking of you!" text after your friends have moved into their new house is definitely a nice way to show you're pumped about their new place (and super proud to share this landmark moment with them). But if you have the chance to pick up a card (do it, it's so cute), sending those well-wishes on paper with a housewarming message just hits different. Once you put pen to paper, opt for congratulatory hype with a touch of sweetness, humor, sass, aspiration and/or creativity. Your housewarming note will be a cherished keepsake for sure.

If you need a place to start, share how grateful you are to have them in your life and tell them just how fired up you are to help them create memories in their new home. You can also reminisce about the high moments you and your friend, family member, colleague etc. have experienced alongside one another and look forward to the memories you'll continue to make in their new digs. Be sure to also express your happiness for them and note how fulfilled they must feel now that they're settling into a place that brings everything they've been dreaming about (in a home) to life.

At the end of the day, you can't go wrong with toasting to their new beginnings, no matter who you're celebrating with your housewarming card message.

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New Home Wishes for Friends

Your friend will likely appreciate any new home "congratulations" message that comes from the heart and shows your genuine care for and enthusiasm about their new journey. We can also say, with confidence, that your bestie who lived down the block from you when you were kids will get such a kick out of you throwing back to the "mansion" they always wanted to win in M.A.S.H. (those were the days).

Hi best friend! Congratulations! You did it, you're a homeowner and your house is beautiful! So proud and I know this is just the start of all the new doors opening up for you. Love you!
It literally feels like we were moving out of our houses and onto [your college name]'s campus yesterday—and now you have your OWN home. That is such a big deal, congratulations!
I reserved this special bottle of Veuve for this precise occasion. Raise your glass—here's to housewarming parties, cozy nights watching reality TV and all the wonderful experiences that await you in your new home.
I knew as soon as we walked into that open house that it was your dream home. You just had that look. I'm so happy you got it and I know it's perfect for you.
Now that you've got a house, can we do game night at yours? I'll let the crew know and I'll place the pizza order—please and thanks!

New Home Wishes for Family

If you're wishing a close family member all the joy and love to unfold in their humble abode, then take a minute to mention how honored you'd be to help them move or get settled in your new home card message. You can also mention looking forward to the holidays and family gatherings that'll take place in their space.

Congratulations on finding your perfect place! Love you lots.
You're truly the only person I'd wake up at 5AM on a Saturday for. Hope this moving job comes with some coffee and breakfast treats.
I'm putting in my bid for your guest room the night of Thanksgiving. I realize it's still months away, but as your sibling I get first dibs. Thanks!
Seeing you happy in your new home brought tears to my eyes. I can't wait to see you host this new season of family parties and holidays—best wishes!
Family is the most important thing, so we're thrilled for you to build your own family in such a special home.

New Home Wishes for Couples

Have a pair of your closest friends had their offer accepted on their dream or forever home? Is your sibling and their significant other moving into their first place together? If you'll be writing some new home greetings for one of your favorite couples, congratulate them and emphasize how epic a milestone this is in their journey together. And if they're a couple close to you, we recommend adding a sweet couple gift, whether it be an activity they can enjoy together or a subscription box that'll make their lives easier post-move.

Wishing you both love, laughter and a cozy nest to call your own in your new home. You deserve all the greatness!
Happy, happy move-in day to our favorite couple! The house is amazing—almost as special as the people who are living in it.
To the dynamic duo, may your new home be a reflection of your love, teamwork and shared dreams. Brick by brick, you're truly building a life together.
Congratulations and warmest wishes for an exciting, adventurous journey under one roof, you two. We can't wait to come along for the ride!
First came love, then came marriage, then came…a new place! You guys are killing it! No rush for anything else at the moment, just revel in it all.

Funny New Home Wishes

As much as moving into a new home is thrilling, it's also pretty challenging and chaotic. So, if you want to lighten the mood a little bit, go funny when you decide what to write in a new home card, tailoring a note that speaks to the struggle. Or even jest (if it feels right) that you're busy on the weekend of the move, but you'll totally be there at night to help them celebrate. Just make sure the humor aligns with the recipient's/recipients' personalities and your relationship with them.

Okay, so it isn't the Barbie-pink Malibu dream house you always imagined it would be, but it's still cute.
Wishing you so much happiness in your new home. Whenever it's not full of bubble wrap and Home Depot boxes, I'll be by to see it. Kidding, of course, coming to help ASAP!
Your new pad is perfect and I volunteer as tribute (for house sitting) anytime you want to go on vacay.
I've been waiting for you to find this house for so long and I'm so glad you got it. Now let me help decorate, please.
Congrats on your beautiful new home! Really, I love it, but it's made me realize I'm in NO rush to find my own any time soon.

Simple New Home Wishes

New home sayings don't have to be long-winded, even if you are super excited for them. A simple "congrats on your new home" to a colleague (or boss) or an old friend is a thoughtful gesture that can strengthen your relationship and show that you care. Definitely opens the door for future conversations!