Are you considering switching from a two-story home to single-level living in OKC? Are you wondering what advantages you might get by living in a one-story home? Read on to find out the benefits of the single-level lifestyle.
1. Safety
Single-level homes have well-known safety benefits for older adults and those with limited mobility. A home without stairs offers greater freedom and comfort for people who have difficulty with steps. But did you know that one-story homes are also safer for small children? It’s estimated that more than 90,000 young kids are taken to emergency rooms each year because of injuries on stairs. And stair gates don’t solve the problem, because a quarter of those children are injured while being carried up or down the stairs by adults.
2. Convenience
There’s no denying that one-story homes are more convenient. No more lugging laundry or toys up and down the stairs or carrying babies and risking a fall. It’s also easier to supervise children when everyone is on the same level of the home. You won’t have to run up or down the stairs to check on the kids. Even your pets will likely prefer stairs-free living!
3. Easier maintenance
Two-story homes are harder to clean because you have to keep an extra set of equipment on the second floor or carry a vacuum, mop, bucket and other supplies up and down the stairs each time you clean. And it’s easier to keep your house tidy without stairs – there’s no pile of stuff beside the steps waiting for your next trip up or down. Even the outside of your home is easier to keep clean when it’s only one story high.
4. Energy efficiency
It can be less expensive to heat and cool a single-level home. Many two-story homes have double-height living areas with a much greater volume of air to regulate. In a one story home, more of the heated or cooled air remains at “human height.”
5. Resale value
One-story homes may be quicker to resell because they appeal to a broader range of buyers. Older adults, young families, those with mobility challenges and people who enjoy low-maintenance living are all likely to be more interested in single-level living.
Single-level homes in OKC
TimberCraft Homes understands the appeal of one-level living. We offer a mix of one and two story homes in OKC to fill the needs of all our homebuyers.
We have single-level homes in OKC ready for you to move in right now!
- Brooklyn floor plan home in the Highland Pointe gated community. This Modern-style single-level home is 1200 square feet and has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a 1-car garage. The open concept living area has 9’ ceilings and a sleek linear electric fireplace.
- Contemporary style Pagosa floor plan in the Anthem community in Edmond. Spacious 2,200 square foot home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and a 3-car garage. The primary bedroom is separated from the others and placed at the back of the house for quiet and privacy.
- Modern Farmhouse Clearwater plan in Anthem. Dark board and batten siding with stone accents complements the light and bright interiors with black accents. This home is a very spacious 2400 square feet and has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and a 3-car garage. The home features a covered patio and fenced back yard.
Enjoy stairs-free living in style with a new home from TimberCraft! Call or text 405-757-7067 to explore your options for single-level living in OKC.
