If you're a homeowner with solar panels — or thinking about installing them — you've probably wondered whether that investment actually pays off when it's time to sell. The short answer: yes, and the data behind it is stronger than most people realize. What the research actually shows The conversation about solar and home value usually traces back to a 2019 Zillow study, which found that homes with solar panels sold for about 4.1% more than comparable homes without them — rou