Dreaming of a New Single-Family Home in Alabama

Alabama is becoming a beacon for new homeowners and families, and the real estate market is booming. With lower housing costs, family-friendly neighborhoods, and quality education and attractions, homebuyers are looking for single-family homes in Alabama to grow and raise their families.

Whatever your reason for choosing central and eastern Alabama, Lowder New Homes is here to help you find your new home. With almost 70 years of experience building beautiful houses in desirable communities, we are trusted throughout the community for our commitment to quality. Here, our team discusses the benefits of single-family homes and how to get started with our new construction services.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, a single-family home is a free-standing dwelling with a permanent foundation occupied by one owner or family. Shared units, such as townhomes, can be considered single-family homes if the common wall vertically divides the units from the ground to the roof. These homes have their own utilities, or HVAC systems, as well as private exits and entrances, direct access to the street, and their own land to stand on.

There are many housing options to choose from, including condominiums, apartments, townhomes, and single-family homes. While each has its advantages, single-family homes have many unique benefits you should take into account, including:

More Outdoor Space

Condos and apartments tend to have small back and front yards, which are usually common areas that must be shared with other residents. Conversely, single-family homes have private yards, giving you your own space to live how you want. With your own backyard, you can throw parties, spend time reading or sunbathing outdoors, build a deck or pool, or install a playset. You also have room for potential expansion as your family grows or your needs change.

Detached Walls and Floors 

In apartments and condos, you may worry about neighbors stomping around and playing loud music. When owning a single-family home, you may have neighbors, but the distance between homes helps to reduce some of their noise. With detached walls and floors, single-family homes also offer additional privacy for you and your family.

Storage Space

Generally, attached units have less storage space than single-family homes. For growing families or individuals with lots of possessions, a single-family home provides tons of storage space to store your belongings. Often, single-family homes have the following:

• Garage space
• Attics
• Basements
• More square footage with cabinets and closets

You can use these spaces to store outdoor toys, gardening tools, and recreational items, such as boats, snowmobiles, and ATVs.

Customization Options

Single-family homes allow you to renovate and customize the interior of your home, so you can match your style and meet your needs. Most rented residences have strict guidelines dictating what you can do to the interior, but this is not the case for a home you own. You can repaint, hang wallpaper, nail photos and decorations to your walls, and make other customizations as you see fit.

If you’re in the market for a single-family home, consider new construction. When you buy a new construction home, you can enjoy the benefits of a single-family home and the additional advantages that just-built homes provide, such as:

• Modern design: You can customize your new home to fit your needs without costly updates and renovations. Choose the floor plans, fixtures, and appliances that fit your needs and desires.
• Energy efficiency: Older homes may have drafty windows and doors, affecting the bottom line of those who own them. New constructions, on the other hand, often come with energy-rated appliances and features that can help you lower your energy bills and keep you comfortable all year.
• Low maintenance: New homes have new roofs, wiring, and plumbing. Apart from the occasional minor issue, you shouldn’t have many major maintenance or repairs to worry about – unless you cause the issue yourself.
• Current safety: New constructions adhere to the latest building codes. Your home will be safe, secure, and structurally sound so you can have peace of mind.
• Warranties: Most builders offer warranties on their new builds. A home under warranty can provide you with peace of mind and offers financial protection against unexpected repairs due to potential defects in materials and craftsmanship.

For many people, owning a home is part of the American dream. Lowder New Homes has been a part of that dream since 1956. Our family-owned and operated company was built on a vision to build homes and neighborhoods that people are proud to live in, and our commitment to that vision hasn’t wavered. We want your home to last a lifetime, which is why we only use the highest quality products and materials, which are always sourced from trusted manufacturers.

Our dedication to quality, beauty, and value has led us to be recognized as one of the Top Builders in the United States by the National Association of Homebuyers. We have a 99% overall customer satisfaction rating and 100% of our customers have said they would recommend us to friends and family. Contact us today to learn more about our special offers and our partnership with preferred lenders.