FLORIDA REAL ESTATE: DIFFERENT HOUSE STYLES

 FLORIDA REAL ESTATE: DIFFERENT HOUSE STYLES

Investing in Florida real estate is a matter of money... but also of taste! In this southeastern region of the United States, property styles range from ranches to contemporary, Spanish, and Mediterranean designs. The best way to make a choice is to understand the different styles of homes available to investors in Florida. Follow the guide!

Spanish or Mediterranean style

The Spanish or Mediterranean style is one of the most popular in South Florida. It is characterized by stucco walls and window treatments with palm trees swaying in the wind. Spanish or Mediterranean-style architecture, when it comes to Florida real estate, is reminiscent of the villas of Spain and Italy, which emerged in the 1920s, when the tourism and leisure industry was booming. This was also the same time that beach resorts appeared in the United States. Spanish or Mediterranean-style homes in Florida are both simple and elegant. Timeless, they are also bright and airy.

Ranch style

A typical ranch-style property is a single-story home with a garage in the front, discreetly tucked away to the side. These are common in Central Florida. This style is suitable for older households as well as families with young children. Comfortable ranch-style homes typically feature open floor plans to optimize family living.

Some of the main advantages of a ranch-style home in Florida include:

A large living space;

Easy access to all parts of the house, including the outdoors;

No stairs, therefore increased safety for vulnerable people;

Easy access for occasional repairs, maintenance and renovation.

Victorian style

In Florida, Victorian homes are distinguished by their unique charm. There are several Victorian styles (Gothic Revival, Folklore, and Queen Anne). The houses are characterized by their tall, narrow shape and ornate motifs. They are more commonly found in historic areas of Florida; in fact, these homes were particularly popular a few decades ago. That said, it is entirely possible to build a Victorian-style home in Florida today. Typically, the materials used include local brick or stone.

Contemporary style

As their name suggests, contemporary-style homes are modern. Featuring high ceilings and open plans, they offer maximum interior space for family living. Some say contemporary homes tend to look the same and lack the charm of the old…nevertheless, they are attractive in that they are visually appealing, designed with clean lines.

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Individual villas

A detached villa in Florida is a freestanding home with distinctive exterior features. This home typically has a small courtyard and ranges from 130 to 185 m². With one or two floors, a detached villa offers all the benefits of a single-family home, the main difference being the plot size. This is usually large enough to accommodate a swimming pool.

In developments offering detached villas, you can choose from a variety of floor plans. Land is generally included in the base price of the house, with prices varying depending on the property's location and the view the owners enjoy.

Semi-detached villas

A townhouse is similar to a single-family home, except that it shares a common wall with two or more units. More like a single-family home than a traditional duplex (condo), the average square footage of a townhouse in Florida ranges from 1,600 to 2,500 square feet (150 to 2,30 square meters), more than a single-family home. The walls of townhouses in Florida are typically made of concrete and are more soundproof than those of a condominium, providing greater privacy. It is one of the most common housing types in Florida.

Beach house

As the name suggests, a beach house in Florida provides access to the coast, and in this region of the southeastern United States, which boasts miles of beaches, this style of real estate is in no shortage! Beach houses are built on pilings to protect them from storms and other water damage when the weather turns harsh. The porches, usually made of wood, give these homes a rustic look. In Florida, beach houses are primarily vacation homes, offering an ideal place to relax and access to a range of activities related to the sea and nature.

Bungalow

A bungalow is a long, low-rise building. It features a wide veranda and a low attic. The first bungalows built in Florida had traditional thatched roofs. Today, fireproof tiles are preferred, and insulation is increased to reduce the effects of heat waves in coastal areas.