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Every episode of Love It or List It ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Love It or List It!

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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Love It or List It Season 15 Episode 19 - Master Office Issues
    8.6/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Master Office Issues

    S15:E19

    A couple purchased their current home in haste despite it's flaws so they could be closer to work and school. Although they love the area, their 1990s house is dated and does not have all the space, function and style they would prefer. While Hilary is determined to deliver the luxuries they desire from their previous home, David looks to find them their dream home in the neighborhood they love.

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  2. Love It or List It Season 13 Episode 8 - Mother-in-law Matters
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #2 - Mother-in-law Matters

    S13:E8

    Two overworked parents want to entice their mother-in-law to come back.

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  3. Love It or List It Season 15 Episode 17 - All Work and No Place for It
    8.2/10(6 votes)

    #3 - All Work and No Place for It

    S15:E17

    Michael and Natalie bought their home in a rush, and after painting, putting on an addition and living in it for a while, she's still bothered by too many functional issues. She operates an art print and stationery business out of the house, so she would like a dedicated office space with storage. Michael loves the home's traditional aspects, large yard and short commute to his job. Designer Hilary Farr attempts to make the house work better for Natalie so that she can finally love living there, while realtor David Visentin works on finding the couple a new home that they can both get excited about.

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  4. Love It or List It Season 13 Episode 2 - Pool House Problems
    8.0/10(6 votes)

    #4 - Pool House Problems

    S13:E2

    A couple debates the functionality of their home's entertaining spaces.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Love It or List It Season 21 Episode 1 - Four Men and a Lady
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - Four Men and a Lady

    S21:E1

    A woman's patience and personal space are stretched thin in her three-bedroom home due to sharing its only full bathroom with her husband and three sons; she is ready for change, and more privacy; is Page's creative vision enough to convince her to stay?

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Love It or List It Season 21 Episode 2 - My Big Fat Greek Reno
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #6 - My Big Fat Greek Reno

    S21:E2

    A couple's raised their tight-knit big fat Greek family in their home of 26 years, and she can't imagine being anywhere else, but he's longing for a larger place to accommodate their huge family.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Love It or List It Season 19 Episode 2 - Hilary Loves It or Lists It
    7.7/10(7 votes)

    #7 - Hilary Loves It or Lists It

    S19:E2

    Hilary Farr pulls back the curtain as she reveals the creative process and obstacles of renovating her own home! David is by her side as a supportive friend, but that doesn't stop him from trying to woo her away with the other amazing homes in the area.

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  8. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 2 - Level It Out
    7.7/10(8 votes)

    #8 - Level It Out

    S20:E2

    A couple's home resembles a carnival funhouse with multiple levels across the main floor, creating unused spaces. He sees the property's potential, but David shows some dazzling homes which make her think they should transition to a more functional place.

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  9. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 1 - A Place to Grow or a Place to Go?
    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #9 - A Place to Grow or a Place to Go?

    S20:E1

    David and Page take on a couple who's tired of dealing with cramped space and limited storage in their starter home.

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  10. Love It or List It Season 15 Episode 16 - Three Brothers and a Bedroom
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Three Brothers and a Bedroom

    S15:E16

    Rachel and Adam's family has outgrown their home, with three of their four children sharing one bedroom. Adam sees plenty of potential in the house to add more space, but work-at-home mom Rachel is ready to move to a larger house with a mudroom, playroom and guest room. Hilary Farr hunts for a way to enhance the function and hidden space in the house, while David Visentin searches for the home of their dreams with room to spare.

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  11. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 4 - Home Sweet Overcrowded Home
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    #11 - Home Sweet Overcrowded Home

    S20:E4

    David and Page take on an overcrowded home for parents with two young daughters and his mother who's living in their cramped basement.

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  12. Love It or List It Season 1 Episode 3 - Twin Teenagers and a Toddler
    6.8/10(6 votes)

    #12 - Twin Teenagers and a Toddler

    S1:E3

    Brad and Laura have twin teenage boys and a toddler. With the arrival of their third child, the boys were forced to share a room. Although it was fun for a while, there simply isn't enough space for the growing boys. Designer Hilary and Realtor David are ready to help. Hilary and her team will look to open up space in the suburban home so each of the boys can have their own room. Realtor David will search for houses that can fit the family even as the kids get older. In the end, Brad and Laura will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they love it? Or List It?

    Director:Unknown
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  13. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 7 - Rekindled Romance, Reimagined Home
    6.7/10(8 votes)

    #13 - Rekindled Romance, Reimagined Home

    S20:E7

    Despite its sentimental value, a blended family with three young children is in a home that's too cramped. With improvements, she thinks it could be their forever home, but David shows them a spectacular house that ticks all the boxes.

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  14. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 3 - From Childhood to Change
    6.6/10(10 votes)

    #14 - From Childhood to Change

    S20:E3

    David and Page take on a woman who's been in her home since she was a baby, but her partner wants to be near the city.

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  15. Love It or List It Season 1 Episode 2 - Musical Mansion
    6.5/10(12 votes)

    #15 - Musical Mansion

    S1:E2

    Steve and Jessica loved their Victorian home, but with Steve's growing instrument collection and two kids, their house seems smaller than ever. Ready to help are Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will revamp the house for more storage and an updated style. David will search for better homes with more space to convince them to move. When all the work is done, Steve and Jessica will have to choose what to do with their house. Will they Love It? Or List It?

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  16. Love It or List It Season 15 Episode 10 - Betting the Horse Farm
    6.4/10(7 votes)

    #16 - Betting the Horse Farm

    S15:E10

    Their family home on a large horse farm is a dream for this horse lover, but her city-raised husband has had all he can take; she loves the amazing views and abundant outdoor space, whereas he no longer feels like there's enough space indoors.

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  17. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 6 - Too Tight for Family Life?
    6.4/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Too Tight for Family Life?

    S20:E6

    A couple has a small, Victorian home that's central to both of their extended families. She believes they can host family events once they open up the main floor, but he thinks their home will never have enough space for them and their two sons.

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  18. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 8 - Family Home vs. New Horizons
    6.3/10(7 votes)

    #18 - Family Home vs. New Horizons

    S20:E8

    A couple has raised two kids and is now transitioning into retirement. Both of their children are coming back home after college, and he wants Page to renovate to accommodate their return. However, she thinks David can find a place that is more manageable.

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  19. Love It or List It Season 1 Episode 1 - No Way to Go But Up
    6.1/10(9 votes)

    #19 - No Way to Go But Up

    S1:E1

    Richard and Kim bought their charming row-house 12 years ago, but as their family has grown, the home has remained the same. They are constantly battling the layout and storage in their house. It's time for Designer Hilary and Realtor David. Hilary and her team will work within the confines of their house to gain more space and renew the function. David will show them houses with enough space for everyone. And in the end, Richard and Kim will have to choose what to do with their home. Will they Love It? Or List It?

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Love It or List It Season 20 Episode 5 - No Room to Expand
    6.0/10(8 votes)

    #20 - No Room to Expand

    S20:E5

    A couple who recently purchased a Tudor-style home plans to expand but are shut down by a conservation board. She's on the hunt for a place their family can grow into, but he has faith that Page can work her magic to make their home perfect.

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  21. Love It or List It Season 12 Episode 1 - Functioning for Four
    5.8/10(5 votes)

    #21 - Functioning for Four

    S12:E1

    After adopting their teenage daughter, Mason and Shannon felt as though their 2,000-square-foot home might be too small for a family of four. Will David find them a family-ready home, or will Hilary reinvent their cramped space?

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  22. Love It or List It Season 3 Episode 3 - Ed and Martine (The Richardsons)
    5.4/10(6 votes)

    #22 - Ed and Martine (The Richardsons)

    S3:E3

    For Martine and Eddie- Love it or List It's consummate contractor, a potential filled home has become a huge headache. After two years, life dedicated to his masterful work on the show has left Eddie with little time to complete the mountain of must haves needed to transform their cramped quarters into the open oasis Martine deserves. With Martine and David itching for the ease of a project free home, Eddie has no choice but to put his faith in Hilary, but when things get heated, this hard working handy man will need to learn to trust his team or risk losing his dream home forever.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Love It or List It Season 5 Episode 8 - Julie & Sherry
    4.8/10(6 votes)

    #23 - Julie & Sherry

    S5:E8

    Dueling sisters want more privacy.

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  24. Love It or List It Season 5 Episode 20 - Sarena & Flare
    4.6/10(6 votes)

    #24 - Sarena & Flare

    S5:E20

    Sarena & Flare need more room in their tiny basement.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Love It or List It Season 5 Episode 25 - Stephanie & Peter
    4.6/10(6 votes)

    #25 - Stephanie & Peter

    S5:E25

    Creating more space for a baby on the way.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Master Office Issues" is the best rated episode of "Love It or List It". It scored 8.6/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/17/2018. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Mother-in-law Matters".