What to Write in Housewarming Cards - Congratulations on your New Home Messages

Wondering what to say in a card when someone moves to new house?

Wondering what to say in a card when someone moves to a house?


Moving into a new home is always an exciting time, and it's wonderful to be able to share that happiness with friends and family. A housewarming card is a perfect way to do that, and it's a nice gesture to take the time to write a few words of congratulations.

First, congratulate them on their new home and new chapter in life. Second, wish them all the best with their new adventure and new beginnings in their beautiful home. Finally, let them know that you're always there for them if they need anything. These few sentences will mean so much to someone who is starting a new chapter in their life, and it will show them that you care.

If you know the person well, you could write about a fond memory you have of them in their old home, or how much you're looking forward to spending time in their new one. If you're not sure what to say, a simple 'many congratulations on your new home' will do the trick.

So next time you're wondering what to say in a housewarming card, keep these tips in mind and you'll be sure to make the perfect message. Don't forget to include a little something for luck. A new home print, or even just kind words of encouragement will do the trick. Whatever you choose to write in a new home card, make sure it comes from the heart - that's what this occasion is all about!

How to congratulate the recipient on their new home

How to congratulate the recipient on their new home


First, congratulations! Moving into a new home is a big accomplishment, so make sure to mention how happy you are for the recipient, couple or whole family. They've worked hard to get to this point and it's a big accomplishment! Here are some examples of the different types of new home messages you could include:

Funny Messages

  • "I can't wait to visit your new home and sit on your new toilet!"
  • "Welcome to the new mortgage club. Have fun making payments off your debt!"
  • "I'm glad you've found your forever home. I hope it's not haunted!!!"
  • "Congrats on the next chapter of your lives... Happy unpacking!"
  • "Good luck with them four walls you just bought!"
  • "Good luck convincing your new neighbors that you're normal!!"

Sweet Messages

  • "Sending lots of love and congratulations to you both on your new home. Wishing you all the best!"
  • "I know you'll make so many wonderful memories in your new home. Congratulations and lots of love."
  • "Your new house is made of walls and beams; a home is built with love and dreams."
  • "Congrats on your new home to our favourite first time buyers. May your sweet home bring you love and happiness."

Short and Simple Messages

  • "Home is where your story begins."
  • "There's no place like home." - Dorothy Gale, The Wizard of Oz
  • "All the best in your new home! Wishing you loads of happiness."
  • "Holy sh@t, you bought your first house!"

Lovely Housewarming Wishes

  • "Congratulations on your new home! We're so happy for you and can't wait to see it. Wishing you all the best in your new place!"
  • "A house is made of bricks and beams. A home is built with love and dreams."
  • "Home is the nicest place there is." -Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie

Now that you have some different ideas of what to write for housewarming wishes. Next, you may want to include a personal message for the happy occasion.

Try writing a personal message about how happy you are for them

Try writing a personal message about how happy you are for them


When it comes to showing your friends and family just how happy you are for them, there really isn't anything better than a handwritten note from them. Whether in the form of cards or personal messages on social media channels like Facebook & Twitter - these small gestures go such a long way!

It doesn’t take much time at all but can have an immense impact when taken seriously by those that matter most: namely yourself (and/or whoever may receive this new home card).

A few words of congratulations and new home wishes written from the heart can fill anyone with happiness, whether they’re moving into their new apartment or starting a family in their first home. Here are some examples of personal messages for friends and family members:

Messages for Families

  • "Wishing you a lifetime of happiness in your new home. Congrats!"
  • "Wishing you all the best as you settle into your new home. Congratulations!"
  • "So excited for you as you start this new chapter in your lives! Wishing you loads of love (and luck!) in your new home."
  • "Happy new home day to your beautiful family"
  • "Your new story begins. Wishing your family all the happy memories in the world"

Messages for the First Home as a Couple

  • "Home is where the heart is. Congrats on finding yours!"
  • "You guys are going to love your new home! So excited for you both and can't wait to see what you do with the place. Big congrats!"
  • "Your home should tell the story of who you are and be a collection of what you love." -Nate Berkus
  • "So excited for you both as you start this new adventure in your lives. Congratulations on your new home!"
  • "This is a huge accomplishment and I'm really proud of you both. I can't wait to see your new place!"

Messages for a Brother, Sister and other Family Members

  • "Your new home is going to be beautiful! I can't wait to see it and celebrate with you. Congrats!"
  • "Best wishes for a happy life in your new home. Congratulations!"
  • "I know you've been wanting this for a long time and I'm so glad it's finally happening for you. Congratulations on your new home!"
  • "Moving house? That's great news! Here's to your new life and new memories!"
  • "Wishing you loads of love and happiness in your new home."

Messages for a Friend

  • "A warm welcome to your new home! Congrats and best wishes on this fresh start."
  • "Huge congratulations on your lovely new home! Wishing you loads of happiness in your new wonderful place."
  • "Forget about the house. Let's have a housewarming party in your new garden. Bring on the BBQ!"
  • "I'm really happy for you and I know that this is just the beginning of great things to come for you."

Include a quote or verse about a house or home

Include a quote or verse about a house or home


If you're still struggling for messages to write then why not try a verse or some new home quotes? These can be really effective in adding a personal touch to your card. Here are some examples:

  • "The best thing about a new home is that it's yours." -Oprah Winfrey
  • "Home is not a place, it's a feeling." -Cecelia Ahern
  • "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city." -George Burns
  • "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it." -Brene Brown

Wish them all the best in their new house

Wish them all the best in their new house


You want to choose just the right words to write in a new home card and you've not found the perfect greeting yet? We understand this and have put together an additional list of some of the best wishes for a new home from a different perspective. These will help you write the perfect message to your friends and family.

Mention their new neighbours

  • "I hope you're new neighbours aren't tw@ts!"
  • "Good neighbours will always share their wi fi password!"
  • "Good luck convincing your neighbours that you're normal!"

Cards for your new neighbours to welcome them

  • "Welcome to the street and your new address. This town is a great place and we hope you create lots of happy memories here."
  • "Just a little welcome note for our new neighbours"

Religious House Warming Ceremony Wishes

  • "God bless you all in your lovely home"
  • "The Lord is waiting over your new home and he knows that you'll make so many amazing memories there."
  • "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in your beautiful new home."

Messages from an Estate Agents

  • "Congrats on getting on the property ladder from all of us at your local estate agent"
  • "Congratulations on your very first home. It's a big step as first time buyers in this town. Sending you our warm wishes."
  • "Your new adventures await in your dream home. We hope the extra bedroom and different rooms come in handy for your growing family."

How do I end my congratulations on my new home card?

How do I end my congratulations on my new home card?


After writing your lovely house warming wishes for the new homeowners, don't forget to sign off with your name and maybe your contact information! This way, if they're moving to a different town or country, they'll be able to keep in touch with you and let you know when they're ready for visitors. Use something simple like "All my love" or even "Lots of love".

Where can you find the best new home cards?

Where can you find the best new home cards?


This is simple... Here at Hey Chimp we have a large choice of new home cards and we're sure you will find the perfect card for the new homeowner. Help them turn their house into a home so that it can become their happy place. Remember that it's a big move and will create many happy moments over the years they live there.

So a massive congratulations on new beginnings from us here at Hey Chimp! Order your happy housewarming cards today...

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