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2890 sq/ft 
4 Bed 
3.5 Bath
The Benefits of Choosing House Plans with Basement
If you’re building a home, adding a basement might be on your mind. While these are often a bit more expensive than home without basements, there are a number of reasons why this extra cost is totally worth it. Some of the benefits of basements include:
Extra space. House plans with basements add more extra space to your home, so your family have more room to use. For those who have children, a basement is a great place to play, while staying out of your hair. Basements usually have less light, so they are a great spot for families to relax and watch movies. Plus, because they are quiet and secluded, gym equipment or other loud recreational items will not bother other members of the family.
Added value. When you have a basement, a home becomes much bigger which increases the home value. You’ll be adding on square footage without taking up more of the lot. Thus potential home buyers will view your home as larger, even if it is a one-story ranch.
Additional entry or exit point. If you choose walkout basement house plans, you’ll be adding on a basement that has a door to the outside. This gives you an additional entry and exit point for convenience and for value. If you have a sloped lot or are on a hill, this type of basement is a great choice for working with the landscape and also creating something aesthetically pleasing.
What To Look For In House Plans With Basement
If you’re leaning towards adding on a basement, there are a few factors you will want to look at in order to find the right option for your needs. These factors include:
Darkness or daylight basements. Daylight basement house plans offer basements that are designed to bring in some daylight. Usually, this is through a window that’s very high up, as most basements are built completely into the ground. Adding this window helps to bring a touch of natural light into an otherwise incredibly dark space. Some people, however, want their basement to be completely dark, so a basement without a window might be the choice for them.
Walkout basements or not. Small house plans with walkout basement are designed for sloping lots. These basements enable you to leave or enter the home through the outside facing door of the basement. These add the feel of a basement while ensuring you get plenty of light. Sloped lot house plans with a walkout basement are very popular, so if you have this type of lot, these are definitely worth looking into. This will give you value to your home while still working with the natural landscape that your home is being built on.