Is a bathtub a home requirement?

Not a requirement but highly desired, especially if you are in a starter home (2 or 3 bedrooms) because many will start a family there and need a bathtub for their small child.

In a one bathroom home, removing the only bathtub can limit your pool, especially for buyers with young kids who often want at least one tub. If resale is a concern, it’s usually safer to keep one somewhere in the home. If this is your long term place and you value the walk in shower more, go for it, just know you may be narrowing your appeal when it’s time to sell.

A bathtub is not required.