Multi story wastes space with stairs. It affects open plan feel because now you waste square meterage on landings and corridors where that could be a nice open plan space in a single story. People with small kids seem to prefer single story You get more roof area for solar panels with single story hot air rises; cool air sinks; so it might be too warm upstairs in summer and too cool downstairs the rest of the year.
To my knowledge I’d prefer a one story for my forever house we did move to a 4000 sq ft 2 story back in 2002 but then recently we moved back to our old house that’s one story because We got tired of stairs and having two Air Conditioners we had over $500 $600 electric bills but now we’re in the $100-$400 range now depending on season we also had gas service but now back to all electric I give you 5 stars for this very helpful very thank you very much 👍😉👍
Kevin, Thank you for the kind words! It looks like you experienced the cons of owning a 2 story home which only start to set in with time and the high utility bills. Overall I think it depends on what stage of life you are in, many two story homes appeal to families who need the space. The market however shows the strong demand for a 1 story in pricing staying strong. Thank you again!
I want a ranch style home but I'd like to have a screened in front porch that has a ramp access to it, but have one not too big, I'd like everything on one floor, I could have a basement just because basements usually keep cool in summers best but if I just have one story then it won't take much to keep cool or warm up in wintertime, also one story homes are better for when you get older.
Very good points! Here in Tx we don't have many basements, but you bring up some good points on what features are a plus for the winter and summertime. I'm not a fan of stairs... but I am also not getting any younger. Well put, thank you for watching and commenting.
I plan to build a small 2 storey home, 1 bedroom in the bottom. I can use a different alternative for ac upstairs. I also know that a flat roof is more efficient and adding quality insulation will make a difference in lowering our cost of living. My stairs will be a few steps up, space area to stop, proceed a few more steps, space again and proceed a few more steps, and then I'm upstairs. I'm 52, and I try to keep healthy, plus going up the stairs would be great exercise.
@@LuisCuevasRealtor thank you. I'm sure that I and my husband will need help. The foundation will be pier beam. We're still trying to decide on the material. We live in the coast of Alabama in hurricane storms, etc. If you have any suggestion I would appreciate it. Possibly red glazed brick over steel framing. I have been on RUclips listening looking at different videos on foundations and homes, etc. My house will not be too big, just 25X40. My land is right next to an interstate highway, but we have to drive a few blocks to get to that highway. It's a dead end road, closed.
@@zulemaflores8796 Very nice, congrats to you both on building your home. I am not familiar with construction in that area but you have a lot of factors to consider, especially the hurricanes. I wish you all luck!
Luis Cuevas we are in Canada so very common. Even though I am in my mid 30’s when I get older mobility concerns with stairs will not be an issue. As you noted too, it’s easier to add additions to the home as well at a lower cost, plus less duct work to run to a second floor meaning more space.
My 2 cents on 1.5 story homes... DON"T DO IT! Actually do what you want, I just tell my clients to consider resale. Unfortunately, those are not popular when it comes to RESALE. Sellers want to price them as a 1 story but buyers don't want to pay 1 story prices. Remember 2 stories are cheaper so buyers want 2 story prices. At the end of the day do what makes you happy and enjoy it.
I will give you a piece of information, imagine that if we bring the second story and put it besides the first story????? What we will have??? For sure double sizes!!! I want to buy a house I saw 6 Houses one story and all of these are tight everything is small. While when i saw a 2 stories home, rapidly i changed my mind!!! No way actually. P.S I compare a one story home with 2,341 Fts² with 2 stories 2,151 fts²
One story kinda makes family more socializing and engaging.
That is a good way of looking at it!
Rented 2 story home. I hate it. Going down/up is terrible. Currently, I have a ranch. Love it.
Going up and down stairs is a pain point with two story homes.
1 story makes it easier to socialize and be engaged.
with 2 story you will also get a view, I would still choose 1 story because going up and down is a daily task!
You are right on the money, most people agree with you including me!
Down side of one story is when you hear someone above you that means they are on your roof
Good point
Yikes, not good.
Multi story wastes space with stairs.
It affects open plan feel because now you waste square meterage on landings and corridors where that could be a nice open plan space in a single story.
People with small kids seem to prefer single story
You get more roof area for solar panels with single story
hot air rises; cool air sinks; so it might be too warm upstairs in summer and too cool downstairs the rest of the year.
Couldn’t have said it better myself.
Single story is safer and better for kids/elderly
Exactly
To my knowledge I’d prefer a one story for my forever house we did move to a 4000 sq ft 2 story back in 2002 but then recently we moved back to our old house that’s one story because We got tired of stairs and having two Air Conditioners we had over $500 $600 electric bills but now we’re in the $100-$400 range now depending on season we also had gas service but now back to all electric I give you 5 stars for this very helpful very thank you very much 👍😉👍
Kevin, Thank you for the kind words! It looks like you experienced the cons of owning a 2 story home which only start to set in with time and the high utility bills. Overall I think it depends on what stage of life you are in, many two story homes appeal to families who need the space. The market however shows the strong demand for a 1 story in pricing staying strong. Thank you again!
Luis Cuevas 😁👍
Tired of a little we exercise huh
This makes me feel so much better for the choice i just made
Congrats! TY for watching!
Which choice??
@@AtticTapes14 the right one
an important plus of a 2 story house are the balconies. many people want to have balconies. that's why I choose a 2 story house.
Good point
Well I was a one story guy but their are some very cool 2 story options the walk out balcony theater room.
What ever best fits your needs 👍
I want a ranch style home but I'd like to have a screened in front porch that has a ramp access to it, but have one not too big, I'd like everything on one floor, I could have a basement just because basements usually keep cool in summers best but if I just have one story then it won't take much to keep cool or warm up in wintertime, also one story homes are better for when you get older.
Very good points! Here in Tx we don't have many basements, but you bring up some good points on what features are a plus for the winter and summertime. I'm not a fan of stairs... but I am also not getting any younger. Well put, thank you for watching and commenting.
I plan to build a small 2 storey home, 1 bedroom in the bottom. I can use a different alternative for ac upstairs. I also know that a flat roof is more efficient and adding quality insulation will make a difference in lowering our cost of living. My stairs will be a few steps up, space area to stop, proceed a few more steps, space again and proceed a few more steps, and then I'm upstairs. I'm 52, and I try to keep healthy, plus going up the stairs would be great exercise.
You are right it would be good exercise! Much luck with your home plans!
@@LuisCuevasRealtor thank you. I'm sure that I and my husband will need help. The foundation will be pier beam. We're still trying to decide on the material. We live in the coast of Alabama in hurricane storms, etc. If you have any suggestion I would appreciate it. Possibly red glazed brick over steel framing. I have been on RUclips listening looking at different videos on foundations and homes, etc. My house will not be too big, just 25X40. My land is right next to an interstate highway, but we have to drive a few blocks to get to that highway. It's a dead end road, closed.
@@zulemaflores8796 Very nice, congrats to you both on building your home. I am not familiar with construction in that area but you have a lot of factors to consider, especially the hurricanes. I wish you all luck!
@@LuisCuevasRealtor thank you!
Their is a middle option also I would say unfinished attic space/bonus room.
Some call that a 1.5 story.
I prefer a bungalow. I have one now and love having 1 story. We also have a basement as well.
Basements in North Texas are very rare... I have only seen a few and usually they are built in to the side of a hill... not a true basement.
Luis Cuevas we are in Canada so very common. Even though I am in my mid 30’s when I get older mobility concerns with stairs will not be an issue. As you noted too, it’s easier to add additions to the home as well at a lower cost, plus less duct work to run to a second floor meaning more space.
@@nick540 Great to hear you are thinking ahead! Given the higher cost of land here we are seeing more and more 2 stories.
Luis Cuevas same. I am in Canada and homes especially around Toronto have been skyrocketing and land being scooped up driving the price higher.
@@nick540 Same here, the new home trend reflects the higher prices and as a result we are seeing smaller lots.
I"m thinking about having a 1.5 story built. Upstairs can be a bonus room with 1 bed and bathroom.
My 2 cents on 1.5 story homes... DON"T DO IT! Actually do what you want, I just tell my clients to consider resale. Unfortunately, those are not popular when it comes to RESALE. Sellers want to price them as a 1 story but buyers don't want to pay 1 story prices. Remember 2 stories are cheaper so buyers want 2 story prices. At the end of the day do what makes you happy and enjoy it.
a 1.5??
@@AtticTapes14 it's a one story house that has stairs and a bonus room with a bathroom. It looks like a finished attic room.
Lennar’s buxton 2 model might fit this requirement exactly
What about 3.14 stories???
I just like stairs and the feeling that I can go to a whole new level of the house it just feels cool i don't like 1 storys I never have
Awesome, I see your point.
Stairs in a ranch down to a bigger basement is better.
@@jackswanson8326 basement don't count. We're talking bedroom levels
I like stairs too but what if the top level falls down?
@@AtticTapes14 then you have a 1 story
Awesome video! Very informative
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed!
Low electric bills = 1 story
Truth
I don’t yet it one story is so expensive and 2 story are not expensive
At the end of the day it comes down to your local market.
1 story has larger foundation, more engineering work, the most expensive to build in the house.
@@LuisCuevasRealtor it comes down to, 2 story is usually cheaper
I will give you a piece of information, imagine that if we bring the second story and put it besides the first story????? What we will have??? For sure double sizes!!! I want to buy a house I saw 6 Houses one story and all of these are tight everything is small. While when i saw a 2 stories home, rapidly i changed my mind!!! No way actually. P.S I compare a one story home with 2,341 Fts² with 2 stories 2,151 fts²
Good way of looking at it.
Does basement count???
No basements here in Dallas Texas area generally, so I can’t speak for that. Although a basement would be cool.