HGTV has had no shortage of popular shows throughout the years. But the 2020s are really scoring big. From home renovations and real estate to restorations and completely unexpected home makeovers, the network has continued finding new ways to get viewers invested in houses.
But which HGTV shows have actually been the highest rated by fans on IMDb each year?
That’s what we’re taking a look at here. And yep, there are some familiar HGTV favorites on this list, along with a few shows that might be a little more surprising.
Note: IMDb's ratings can change over time as more people watch and rate each series. So, these ratings reflect where each show stands at the time of this writing.
2020: ‘Help! I Wrecked My House’
The highest-rated HGTV show that premiered in 2020 is “Help! I Wrecked My House,” which currently has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10. And, honestly, this is a pretty perfect concept for an HGTV show.
The series follows homeowners who have gotten in over their heads with DIY renovation projects. That’s where Jasmine Roth comes in, helping fix the problems and turn those renovation disasters into finished spaces.
And let’s be real, there’s something very satisfying about watching a home go from “What happened here?” to a completely transformed space.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2021: ‘Bargain Block’
For 2021, “Bargain Block” takes the top spot with an IMDb rating of 8.8/10. This one has quite a lead over the other shows on this list, and honestly, it’s easy to see why.
Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas take abandoned and neglected homes in Detroit and turn them into affordable, stylish properties. So, viewers aren’t just getting a basic renovation. They’re watching homes that need a whole lot of work get an entirely new life. Their friend and realtor, Shea Hicks-Whitfield co-stars.
The affordable aspect is another big part of the appeal, because who doesn’t want to see what can be done with a realistic budget?
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2022: ‘Luxe for Less’
HGTV’s highest-rated show that premiered in 2022 is “Luxe for Less,” which currently has an IMDb rating of 8.4/10. And yep, it sounds like exactly the kind of thing HGTV viewers want to see.
The series is all about creating a high-end look without requiring homeowners to spend an enormous amount of money. Designer Michel Smith Boyd and his team, including Anthony Elle, find ways to make homes feel luxurious while keeping the budget in mind.
There’s something especially fun about seeing designers figure out how to make a space look much more expensive than it actually is.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2023: ‘Fix My Frankenhouse’
“Fix My Frankenhouse” takes the highest-rated spot for 2023 with an IMDb rating of 7.9/10. The series follows homeowners whose properties have been changed and renovated so many times that the different additions and design choices no longer necessarily work together.
That’s where the “Frankenhouse” idea comes in. Instead of simply tearing everything out and starting over, the goal is to figure out how to make these mismatched homes feel cohesive again. And hosts, Mike and Denese Butler, are pretty good at it.
It seems like HGTV has found plenty of ways to put a different spin on the traditional renovation show, and this is definitely one of them.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2024: ‘Who’s Afraid of a Cheap Old House?’
In 2024, “Who’s Afraid of a Cheap Old House?” came out on top with an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. The series follows restoration experts Ethan and Elizabeth Finkelstein, who search for inexpensive older homes and work to preserve their character while giving them a new lease on life.
And let’s be real, old houses can be pretty fascinating. Rather than taking an older property and making it look like every other brand-new house, the series puts an emphasis on what makes these homes special in the first place.
That gives viewers a different kind of transformation to watch, especially when original details and character are part of the challenge.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2025: ‘Izzy Does It’
“Izzy Does It” is currently the highest-rated HGTV show that premiered in 2025, with an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. The series follows Izzy Battres as he takes on home-improvement projects and helps homeowners transform their spaces.
There’s something satisfying about watching a renovation come together from beginning to end, and that’s a big part of what makes this series work.
Izzy also brings his own personality and approach to the projects, giving the show its own identity while still delivering the kind of home transformations HGTV fans have come to expect.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
2026: ‘Property Brothers: Under Pressure’ (For Now)
Of course, we can’t officially declare the highest-rated HGTV show of 2026 yet. There are still several months left in the year, which means another series could easily move into the top spot before 2026 comes to an end.
For now, “Property Brothers: Under Pressure” is leading the way among HGTV shows that premiered this year, with an IMDb rating of 7.2/10.
The series brings Drew and Jonathan Scott back together as they take on demanding home projects and put their renovation expertise to the test.
And yep, the Property Brothers name is still one of the biggest in the HGTV world, so it makes sense to see them represented here.
Where to Watch: HBO Max or Discovery+
Which HGTV Show Will Take the Top Spot?
It seems like 2026 could still change this entire list before the year is over. HGTV continues to introduce new renovation, restoration, and real-estate shows, so there’s plenty of time for another series to make its way into the rankings.
For now, though, “Property Brothers: Under Pressure” is holding onto the top spot for 2026. Meanwhile, “Bargain Block” remains the highest-rated HGTV show from the 2020s so far, with an 8.8.
Of course, that could change, too. Ratings can move as more viewers discover these shows, and there are still plenty of new HGTV series ahead. So, we’ll have to wait and see which shows stay on top. In the meantime, there are some pretty great fan-favorite HGTV series represented on this list.
