The Sims 4: Lot Traits, Explained

The Sims 4 is the perfect playground for players to live out their wildest dreams. From careers, fame, and occults to families and life experiences, almost anything is possible for Simmers. For example, lot traits are an interesting gameplay feature that brings life to the Sims' world.

Lot traits directly and passively affect the various lots players can place around their worlds in The Sims 4. There are over 40 lot traits in the game across the available DLC, so let's review what they are and how they affect Sims.

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Updated May 21, 2025, by Taylor Pittman: The Sims 4 world is continually expanding with new DLC, mods, and other types of content coming to the game. Expansion packs typically add more traits, careers, and in some cases lot traits. Lot traits allow players to customize their builds even more, adding social interactions, skill gain boosts, and other unique touches. Storytellers and builders can get use from lot traits, so we've updated this guide to include more information about lot traits and the new ones added with Lovestruck and Life and Death.

What Are Lot Traits in The Sims 4?

Similar to Sims' traits, lot traits have their own stories and affect how Sims interact with the world around them. Lot traits are found in Build/Buy mode on the home panel at the top left side of the screen. A max of three traits can be placed on a lot simultaneously, but traits can be removed or added at any time.

Most traits positively affect the lot, but experiences may vary depending on the Sim. Lot traits typically affect skills, moodlets, and social interactions, but can also impact academic or professional success. The Sims 4 also features hidden lot traits that can't be added to other lots or removed from their current lot. These are locked traits and are only included in two packs—City Living and Island Living. There are 51 lot traits in The Sims 4 from the base game and DLC.

All Lot Traits in The Sims 4

Base Game

10 Lot Traits

Base game lot traits are free for anyone who has The Sims 4. These lot traits often affect Sims' skills and mood or trigger Sims into specific actions. The base game has the second-largest amount of lot traits, including Bracing Breezes, Clothing Optional, Convivial, Fast Internet, Great Acoustics, Homey, Natural Light, Private Dwelling, Science Lair, and Teen Neighborhood.

Bracing Breezes

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	Lot's with Bracing Breezes experience lots of wind and fresh air. As a result, Fitness and Wellness skill gains are increased by half, and Sims will usually become Energized while on the lot, making this trait work well for Gym lots.

Clothing Optional

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	Clothing Optional lots encourage visitors to "let it all hang out" and be nude. Underage Sims are not allowed to stay on these lots, and Sims with Snob, Childish, Neat, or Squeamish traits aren't affected by this trait.

Convivial

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	Convivial lots have incredible vibes, and many Sims will get a Confident moodlet and can relax and have stronger social interactions there. Additionally, Charisma, Comedy, and Mischief skill gains are boosted.

Fast Internet

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	Lots with Fast Internet are perfect for increasing Programming, Video Gaming, and Writing skills. Sims can also become energized while performing those actions.

Great Acoustics

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	Lots with Great Acoustics are a musician's dream, and they often find themselves inspired when performing on these lots. All musically inspired skills, including Singing, Guitar, Piano, Violin, and DJ Mixing, receive a boost in skill gains.

Homey

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	Homey lots are cozy, productive, and comfortable, making Cooking, Mixology, Handiness, and Gardening easier for Sims.

Natural Light

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	Lots with Natural Light have good lighting regardless of the number of windows. Painting, Photography, and Woodworking come more naturally to Sims, and they will often get an inspired moodlet.

Private Dwelling

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	Private Dwellings deter visitors from coming to the lot. No more unexpected guests or trespassers, and only invited Sims will appear on the lot.

Science Lair

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	Science Labs are where the science happens. Sims will get a boost to Logic and Rocket Science skill gains and find it easier to focus.

Teen Neighborhood

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	Teen Neighborhoods are a hub for teen hangouts. Teenager Sims can meet lots of friends their age at these lots.

Cats & Dogs

6 Lot Traits

The Cats & Dogs Expansion pack introduced pets into The Sims 4 in 2017. The pack's lot traits are pet-related, so players who want to see more furry friends can make their lots inviting to pets and strays alike. Cats & Dogs' lot traits include Breeding Grounds, Cat Friendly, Cat Hangout, Dog Friendly, Dog Hangout, and Training Ground.

Breeding Grounds

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	Breeding Grounds have a higher chance of making pregnant pets have larger litters.

Cat Friendly

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	Cat Friendly can only be applied to commercial lots. Visiting Sims will bring their cats with them to these lots.

Cat Hangout

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	Cat Hangouts attract all the neighborhood stray cats.

Dog Friendly

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	Dog Friendly can only be applied to commercial lots. Visiting Sims will bring their dogs with them to these lots.

Dog Hangout

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	Dog Hangouts attract neighborhood stray dogs.

Training Ground

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	Sims will get better at Pet Training faster on Training Ground lots.

City Living

12 Lot Traits
7 Locked Traits

City Living is about the urban lifestyle, including festivals, club scenes, and apartments. The lot traits in the pack focus on community, skill building, and unique living experiences. City Living also has the most locked traits in its world out of all Sims 4 DLC. Lot traits include Chef's Kitchen, Chil's Play, Gnomes, Good Schools, Great Soil, Home Studio, Mean Vibe, On Key Line, Party Place, Penny Pixies, Romantic Aura, Sunny Aspect, Great View, Historical, Lively Neighbors, Needs TLC, Quiet, Romantic Fireplace, and Serviced Apartment.

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Chef's Kitchen

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	Chef's Kitchen lots have the perfect culinary space, so increasing the Cooking skill happens much faster for Sims on these lots. It also triggers the "Inspired Chef" moodlet.

Child's Play

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	Children and Childish Adults have more fun on lots with the Child's Play trait. Child Sims also get a boost on all skill-building.

Gnomes

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	Almost a counterpart to the lot challenge, Gremlins, Gnomes will show up and repair broken objects at 3 AM while everyone is asleep. Although no one ever sees these Gnomes, Sims appreciate their efforts.

Good Schools

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	Lots with Good Schools mean that kids and teens receive a quality education. Homework is easier, and school performance is boosted for underage Sims on these lots.

Great Soil

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	Lots with Great Soil make gardening a breeze, and plant growth rate is increased daily.

Home Studio

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	Home Studio lots give creative Sims all the tools necessary to produce high-quality work faster. In addition, Painting, Writing, and Woodworking skill gains are increased.

Mean Vibe

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	Sims have less patience for mischief and meanness and tend to become angrier faster.

On Ley Line

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	Pregnant Sims are more likely to have twins or triplets when their babies are conceived on lots with the On Key Line trait.

Party Place

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	Party Places are the best places to have group events and parties. Goaled events are easier to complete, and Sims get happy moodlets while attending a gathering at a Party Place.

Penny Pixies

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	Lots with the Penny Pixies trait have noticeable loose change just lying around for Sims to find.

Romantic Aura

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	Lots with a Romantic Aura put Sims in a flirty mood much faster, and Sims have increased chances for successful romantic social interactions.

Sunny Aspect

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	Lots with a Sunny Aspect have a fantastic view of the sunset, and Sims will get an energized, happy, or inspired moodlet at 6 PM while on the lot.

Great View

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	(Locked Trait) Lots with a Great View grant the "Fantastic View" moodlet and can energize Sims.

Historical

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	(Locked Trait) Historical lots have a permanent plaque outlining a historical figure who used to live there. Viewing the plaque may grant Sims the "Historical Location" moodlet and inspire them.

Lively Neighbors

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	(Locked Trait) Lots with Lively Neighbors have inconsiderate neighbors that can prevent Sims from sleeping by arguing, woohooing too loudly, or partying. Neighbors with Goofball and Erratic traits are likelier to walk into lots with this trait uninvited.

Needs TLC

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	(Locked Trait) Lots with Needs TLC have issues with their power, plumbing, and pests.

Quiet

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	(Locked Trait) Sims who live on Quiet lots don't have to deal with annoying neighbors.

Romantic Fireplace

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	(Locked Trait) Lots with a Romantic Fireplace have a permanent fireplace that can cause a flirty moodlet when Sims are nearby.

Serviced Apartment

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	(Locked Trait) Serviced Apartments have a maid service included with rent.

Discover University

2 Lot Traits

Discover University is where Sims seek higher education after graduating from high school. The Expansion pack introduced two universities with unique curricula and cultures where students can immerse themselves. Discover University's lot traits include Study Spot and University Hang Out.

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Study Spot

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	Study Spot makes it easier for students of any age to do homework or skill-building faster. Sims can also study longer before getting a negative moodlet.

University Student Hangout

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	University Student Hangouts are typically bars, clubs, restaurants, cafés, and other places where university students go to get cheaper drinks.

Eco Lifestyle

3 Lot Traits

Eco Lifestyle is about bettering the planet and giving back to Mother Nature. The lot traits highlight the best ways a clean environment can benefit the Sims in their daily lives. Eco Lifestyle lot traits include Eco Lot, Geothermal, and Natural Well.

Eco Lot

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	Eco Lots makes having a Green Eco Footprint easier.

Geothermal

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	Pools on Geothermal lots have a natural warmth, and power bills are reduced.

Natural Well

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	Lots with Natural Well have cleaner and healthier water, and water bills are reduced.

Get Famous

3 Lot Traits

Get Famous introduces a fame scale to the Sims 4, and players can live out their Hollywood dreams in this Expansion pack. The lot traits focus on celebrity lifestyles, including Celebrity Home, Hottest Spot in Town, and Up-and-Coming Hotspot.

Celebrity Home

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	Celebrity Homes are closed to the public entirely. Sims must form a relationship with one of the household members or be invited to enter the grounds. Non-celebrity Sims who live on this lot can get embarrassed, but gaining fame happens faster in Celebrity Homes.

Hottest Spot in Town

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	Lots with the Hottest Spot in Town trait have a very upscale crowd and high food and drink prices. These lots also host the Starlight Accolades award show.

Up-and-Coming Hotspot

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	Up-and-Coming Hotspots offer lower-ranked celebrities discounts to increase their fame traffic. In addition, celebrity meet-and-greets are hosted at these lots.

Island Living

2 Lot Traits

Island Living features the ultimate beach paradise, including beautiful oceans, a strong cultural community, and even mermaids. The lands are ancient and ancestral blood runs thick in the pack's world, Sulani. Island Living lot traits include Island Spirits and Oceanic Paradise.

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Island Spirits

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	Lots with Island Spirits are haunted by ancient spirits with which Sims can interact.

Oceanic Paradise

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	(Locked Trait) Lots on beaches with the Oceanic Paradise have an abundance of marine life that Sims can play with.

Jungle Adventures

1 Lot Trait

The Jungle Adventure Game pack invites Sims to unwind and explore a new area with many surprises from the tropical wildlife and close-knit community. The pack's lot trait is Peace and Quiet.

Peace and Quiet

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	Sims can enjoy their jungle vacation on lots with Peace and Quiet and find it easier to gain skills from reading.

Vampires

3 Lot Traits

Vampires was the very first occult Game pack in The Sims 4. Vampire gameplay includes drinking blood, forming a coven, stalking nonvampire Sims, and more. All the lot traits are related to the fanged Sims and include On A Dark Key Line, Registered Vampire Lair, and Vampire Nexus.

On A Dark Key Line

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	Lots On A Dark Key Line have an increased chance of causing Sims to give birth to a vampire even if they are not.

Registered Vampire Lair

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	Registered Vampire Lairs will receive gifts from the League of Vampires.

Vampire Nexus

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	Vampire Nexus has a dark aura and attracts vampires.

Lovestruck

1 Lot Trait

Lovestruck brought a much more robust romance system to The Sims 4. Players receive Turn Ons/Offs, new date types, and a romantic career. The lot trait included in Lovestruck is the Singles Hangout.

Singles Hangout

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	Lots with the Singles Hangout trait attract single Sims more often. This is perfect for simmers wanting to play with romance.

Life and Death

1 Lot Trait

The Sims 4 Life and Death is a complex Expansion pack featuring the cult classic NPC, the Grim Reaper. Players can become reapers, host funerals, play as ghosts, and even reincarnate their Sims. This ghostly pack includes one lot trait: On Hallowed Grounds.

On Hallowed Grounds

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	On Hallowed Grounds adds a spooky aspect. Lights flicker, TVs randomly show static, cold spots appear, and occasionally, Sims encounter a netherworld rift.

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Mods are free downloadable additions to The Sims 4 on PC, including gameplay, items, UI changes, and more. Mods are a significant part of the Sims community; plenty add more Lot Traits or optimize the Lot Traits.

Lot Trait Mods by adeepindigo adds many traits related to gameplay activities in specific packs. Players can create a Skating Rink, Bowling Alley, and a Cinema. They can make buildings require an entrance fee and memberships to give Sims discounts. The mod also allows them to edit existing base game lot traits to make them have a greater impact on the gameplay.

For players who don't own many packs, Better Lot Traits by bosseladytv affects all the base game lot traits. If players download this mod, their Sims will gain more skills from the lot traits, moodlets, and other benefits.

A larger mod is the Lot mod by Kiarasims4mods. It adds over 30 unique lot traits with moodlets and social interactions. Players can experiment with airports, beauty salons, banks, and more to add realism to their games. They can also pair the mod with other mods, adding usable lot types and careers, such as hairstylists and banking systems.

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