Lifestyle

Single-Level Living: Perhaps One of the Best Decisions You’ll Ever Make

single-level living

Why wait to live well every day? Single-level living offers convenience and the lack of having to climb up and down staircases all the time. Today’s single-level home designs, like those you’ll find with Epcon Communities, are just as spacious as you’d expect from a multi-level home. 

Advantages of Single-Level Living

Many people associate single-level homes only with residences for retirees, or with the homes they grew up in during the 1950s, 60s and 70s. But there are many reasons why modern single-level homes work so well for so many lifestyles today. Just consider this:

  • Open spaces. Today’s architectural designs and structural engineering allow for open interior plans designed for family interaction and easy entertaining. Homes with multiple levels often don’t offer those advantages, given that their total square footage is divided among several floors and smaller rooms on each level.
  • Health and safety. By minimizing staircases, you minimize the risk of an older relative or a young child taking a dangerous fall. Not to mention the fact that it’s easier on the knees and allows you to live in one location for years to come as needs change.
  • Energy efficiency. Wouldn’t it be nice to have more predictable and manageable utilities costs? Single-level living, along with the efficiency of today's HVAC systems, insulation and construction processes, contribute to just that.
  • Convenience. Simply put, the convenience of having everything you need on one floor can’t be denied. Imagine sleeping, cooking, entertaining and doing laundry on the same level.

Ease of Maintenance

Maintaining a home can be a daunting task, but single-level living simplifies the chore. Cleaning and upkeep become more manageable when you don't have to lug a vacuum cleaner or laundry baskets up and down stairs. Additionally, routine tasks like painting, decorating, and even minor repairs are simplified when everything is on one level, saving homeowners time and effort.

Improved Resale Value

The broad appeal of single-level homes can also translate into improved resale value. As the population ages, the demand for homes that cater to the needs of older adults is increasing. A single-level home can be a significant selling point, attracting buyers looking for a property that will meet their needs now and in the future.

Epcon Communities

Epcon’s open floor plans make everyday living and entertaining for special occasions easy. Your family and visiting guests will like the convenience of a single-level home, too. If you want more space, you can add an optional second-level bonus suite to most Epcon home designs to create a designated guest room, den, hobby or art loft, media room or just a quiet retreat.

So, why wait? Make what may be the single most important decision of your lifetime, by choosing a new luxury single-level home from Epcon Communities. Find a community near you or contact us to experience the difference living well every day can make in your life.