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If yard size and affordability are more important, then a Two-Story may be the best fit for you. Become a GBA Prime member and get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field. All content provided on this site is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial or other professional advice. Homebuyers should contact an accountant, attorney, tax professional or other advisor to discuss their particular circumstances prior to making a purchase or financing decision. Depending on the home’s design, ranch plans may allow for greater ceiling height.
If you are indifferent to the two home styles, this may be enough reason for you to consider a Two Story home, since they cost less. In Colorado Springs, Ranch style homes usually cost more than Two-Storys because there is more demand for them. Most anyone can live in a Ranch style home, but not everyone can handle the extra set of stairs in a Two-Story. For this reason, you’ll want to factor in the extra cost for a Ranch style home. Many Two-Story floorplans situate the master bedroom on the upper level, requiring many trips up and down the stairs for the home owner. Other decisions, on style, type of foundation, materials, floor plan, etc. easily can have as much effect on cost.
Two-Story Home Pros and Cons
But, when it comes to choosing between a ranch and a two-storyfloor plan, people are often stumped. Lower Costs – With less foundation and roofing to cover, the cost of building a two-story home can have a lower price point compared to that of a ranch home. A few appraisers have told us that Ranch style homes tend to sell for about 10% more than comparable Two-Stories. Of course this is not a hard set number, as the price difference between the two models depends on several different variables, but it’s a good rule of thumb.
Temperature Difference – Heating and cooling can be more expensive as it has to travel throughout the multiple floors. You may also find it harder to control temperature differences between levels without a separate HVAC system for each floor. Two stories tend to be more compartmentalized and have more dividing walls on the main level because they need more support walls for the upper level. It’s common to have the dining area walled off from the kitchen in a Two-Story home. Ranchers and Two-Stories vary by more than just the extra set of stairs on the Two-Story. That extra set of stairs changes the whole layout of the home.
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With a rancher, delivering completed laundry is easier (unless it’s a 20,000 square foot home and the laundry room is far from the bedrooms). This multi-level architecture may feature two, three or more levels, and will sometimes include a basement, giving more privacy to a family. Mom and Dad can definitely feel like they are have “alone time” ensconced in the bedroom upstairs with the kids happily playing downstairs.
Sometimes a lot makes it beneficial to put bedrooms on the lower level and have the living area on top. This is especially the case on sloping lots with a view. Nobody like to contemplate a house fire, but it’s always possible. It’s much easier jumping out of windows from the first floor compared to the second story floor. It’s not pleasant to think about, but it is a consideration.
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With no stairs, open-concepts, and less individual spaces to worry about, ranch homes are built for mobility, accessibility, and ease. Finally, with no second level, you don’t have to listen to the people clomping around upstairs. The not-so-subtle “thud, thud, thud” of someone walking across the second level is nonexistent in a ranch. Certainly, if they are stomping, you can tell where the heavy footfalls are in a ranch, but they don’t sound like they are going to come through the ceiling on top of you. Ft. of living space/floor plan, which can minimize the open concept floor plan that many aspire to have.
As a Bielinski, Paul has been surrounded by construction since he was born. After cutting his teeth on the East Coast, Paul returned to the family business in 2001. Now, as CEO & VP, he is looking forward and blazing a trail towards the future of building homes. He strives to continue pushing eco-friendly building techniques, embracing the latest technologies, and creating floor plans designed for modern life. Usually, due to the layout, a guest room is the popular choice. Multi-level homes also tend to have more floor space devoted to living and dining rooms, as opposed to ranch homes, since the designers have a varied area to work with.
GENERATIONAL considerations
Usually the home is built on the side of a hill so that the main level is level with the front yard and the basement "walk"s out to the backyard elevation. Walkouts are highly sought after as they feel less claustrophobic and usually offer more natural light in the basement. Though not a rule, it’s also no secret that many aging homebuyers are sometimes drawn to ranch floor plans. When an individual has arthritis, limited mobility—or simply craves the convenience of single-floor living—a ranch is a great choice.
Something to take into consideration in buying or building your new home is what size lot and style home you are looking for. If "ageing in place" or "eldercare" are considerations, then go for the single floor, no basement. Having no stairs means your elders are more likely to be safe/comfortable or folks can convalesce at home. You can have a tall ceiling and have a grand space with one story. There are some gotchas such as limited utility room space, extra foundation/roofing cost.
Sign up for a MyMcKee account today and start saving your favorites, view personalized recommendations and more. Require less foundation, roof, plumbing and wiring which can lower cost per sq. Less expensive to add on to the structure of the home. Have toddlers or an elderly parent living with you who might not be able to safely handle stairs? A one-story home means fewer risks of falls and accidents.
Although the consensus here seems to be that a ranch home would be equivalent in cost to a 2-story home. I remember reading online somewhere that claimed a 2-story home is about 20% less expensive vs a ranch home of the same size. The type of homes being build depends on climate and local market forces such as the cost and availability of buildable land. Having a two-story home might allow you to build a deck or balcony that makes the most of a mountain or water view that’s hidden on the ground level.
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