The BEST episodes of Love It or List It season 17

Every episode of Love It or List It season 17, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Love It or List It season 17!

When a house no longer feels like home, homeowners are left with a big financial and emotional question: renovate or sell it? Love It or List It helps fed-up homeowners decide. In each hour-long episode Realtor David Visentin and designer Hilary Farr compete for the homeowners' final decision to stay or go.

Last Updated: 12/9/2024Network: HGTVStatus: Continuing
Work-Life Unbalance
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8.33
12 votes

#1 - Work-Life Unbalance

Season 17 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/26/2020

Two busy professionals feel that their work-from-home life is no longer working for them. He isn't ready to give up their quiet, wooded lot, but she thinks the house is dated and much too small for their family, especially with no private office space.

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1970s Drab to Fab
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8.17
18 votes

#2 - 1970s Drab to Fab

Season 17 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/31/2020

A couple planned to update their 1970s home when they moved in, but those ideas have taken a back seat to busy family life. Now Mom is ready to throw in the towel and find a newer, open concept home, but Dad's not ready to give up on their original one.

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No Laughing Matter
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8.13
8 votes

#3 - No Laughing Matter

Season 17 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/2/2020

Shortly after Jamelle and Lauren moved into their new home, Lauren suffered from buyer's remorse. Jamelle is confident Hilary can reconfigure their dysfunctional layout, but Lauren hopes David can find a property that better suits their needs.

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Downtown Disconnect
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8.10
10 votes

#4 - Downtown Disconnect

Season 17 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/19/2020

Now that a couple has two young boys, he feels cramped and wants more space to entertain. He hopes David can find a new property with more space for the family, but she loves their neighborhood and feels that Hilary can make their home suit their needs.

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No Love for the Land
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7.94
18 votes

#5 - No Love for the Land

Season 17 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/24/2020

A woman who agreed to move into her new husband's bachelor pad when they first got married is ready for a change. While Dad and son are in outdoor heaven on their two acres, Mom wants an updated family home with a new kitchen and en suite bathroom.

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To Downsize or Not to Downsize
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7.92
13 votes

#6 - To Downsize or Not to Downsize

Season 17 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/12/2020

Two empty nesters who fell in love with their property's large, private lot are considering downsizing. She wants David to find them a townhouse closer to her work downtown, but he needs Hilary's help to prove their current home can be a private oasis.

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Design in the Dog House
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7.77
13 votes

#7 - Design in the Dog House

Season 17 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/28/2020

A couple is divided over their 1980s ranch home when one loves the neighborhood but the other wants to ditch their cramped quarters. Hilary must find space to create an entertaining area and a dedicated office, all while keeping their dogs in mind.

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Triplex Troubles
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7.73
15 votes

#8 - Triplex Troubles

Season 17 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/21/2020

A couple purchased a century-old triplex with big renovation dreams, but now it has become a money pit. Hilary wants to help them conquer this behemoth remodel, but David knows some properties with all the space and function this growing family needs now.

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A Second Story
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7.68
31 votes

#9 - A Second Story

Season 17 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2020

A couple is expecting a second child and need more space, but they do not want to compromise on being just minutes from downtown. David searches for a home fit for a growing family, while Hilary strives to create more space in the family's beloved locale.

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Right-Size Ranch Reno
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7.55
20 votes

#10 - Right-Size Ranch Reno

Season 17 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2020

A couple once loved their house because of its proximity to friends, corner lot and great price. Now, this soon-to-be mom wants more space for their growing family, while the soon-to-be dad hopes to stay in the neighborhood he loves.

Decades-long Debate
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7.31
13 votes

#11 - Decades-long Debate

Season 17 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/14/2020

A couple's home is feeling more cramped than usual now that they have two teens. She's ready to ditch their choppy, dated home for a spacious property with no hassles. However, he loves their cozy house and hopes Hilary can reconfigure their space.

Parents and the Pantry
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6.94
17 votes

#12 - Parents and the Pantry

Season 17 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/7/2020

A couple who rushed to buy their first house discover that they don't have the means or space to host their big family gatherings. She wants to find a large, more suitable home for guests, but he thinks the house can be improved to suit all their needs.