5 Unique Advantages of Living in a Row Home
Row Homes have become an architectural staple in major metro cities such as San Francisco, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. These gorgeous homes bring to mind community living and a uniform aesthetic, with each home bringing in unique elements and contributing to the overall color pallet and vibe of the neighborhood.
At first glance, these homes may appear small and stuffy to those moving in from sprawling ranch homes, but these row homes have so much to offer and are a perfect choice for those wanting to live in-city in a like-minded community without spending a fortune on property taxes and lawn upkeep.
A row house is a multi-level dwelling that sometimes shares a wall or two and possibly a roof with its neighbors. Some row homes stand individually but remain cohesive in elements like height, width, style, and color palette.
Row home communities have been popping up all over the country and are great for medium-density housing communities like Film Row, the Paseo District, and the Plaza District in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Here are 5 unique advantages of living in a row home.
AFFORDABILITY
Opting for a row home will typically be a less costly option when purchasing or building a home. Row homes are usually smaller in terms of square footage, requiring fewer building materials.
A smaller lot can also mean less property tax. With a row home, you can have a 3-bedroom home without a large lot.
PRIVACY
The garage that will serve your row how is typically located in the rear of the dwelling, allowing the home’s exterior to truly shine when visitors tour your neighborhood.
With the garage in the rear of the home, a homebuyer can park their car and use the rear entrance to access their home. This means homebuyers have a private walkway, lessening the chance of being stopped by a solicitor or interloping neighbor.
LOW MAINTENANCE
Smaller lots mean less lawn care and maintenance. The row home takes up most of the lot so exterior upkeep is less extensive than a single-family home.
EFFICIENT FLOOR PLAN
Our row homes are designed with efficiency in mind. These cozy floor plans promote fellowship and time spent together and everything that you need will be within arms reach. Built-in dining benches and nooks make it so you won’t need to haul in a dining room table. Kitchen islands make a great space saver and can increase storage space in smaller kitchens.
If you don’t have a lot of furniture or are looking to consolidate, a row home is a great option. Only having enough room for what you need means you’ll be less likely to collect things that you don’t need in your space. This creates a highly efficient living area. And don’t worry there is still space for a Bonus/Flex room in many of these floorplans so having a home gym or media room is still an option for you!
Some of our row home designs also offer the opportunity to add a studio space with a powder room in the area above your garage. These spaces provide the perfect opportunity for a hangout/get-away or an office suitable for working from home.
COMMUNITY
Many row home communities have an HOA. While HOA fees can be expensive, an HOA can go a long way to ensure that the community remains the kind of place to live that you signed up for. Living in a community like this usually means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to meet people like you!
Like-minded homeowners choose to build a community together based on their needs. These will be people who prefer to live in-city while remaining close to all the amenities that your community provides, such as the community pool, walking or hiking trails, access to the area’s schools, or a quick commute to work in the center of the city.
READY TO BUILD YOUR CUSTOM ROW HOME?
The professionals at Creative Home Designers are ready to help you bring your dream home to life. We can customize a floor plan and home design to meet your unique needs. We help you by maximizing the efficiency, flow, and design of your home within your lot size—and we’ll make it look great.
Call us today for a consultation. We’ll begin by discussing your vision for your custom home and then we’ll get to work creating a design and plan just for you. We can even offer a 3D rendering of your home design to help you envision your future home. Then, due to our extensive Oklahoma network, we can connect you with trusted builders and providers who will see you through to the finish line.