Ranch homes are one of the most asked-for styles I see. Having everything on one floor just makes sense, whether you're tired of stairs, planning ahead or just like the way a ranch flows.
Why buyers love ranch homes
With a ranch, your bedrooms, kitchen and laundry are usually all on the main floor. That's easy living now and later. Many south metro ranches also have a basement, so you get extra room for guests, a hobby space or storage without giving up that one-level feel.
Where to find ranch homes in the south metro
- Littleton: Lots of 1960s and '70s ranches on good-sized lots, especially in established neighborhoods
- Centennial: Classic ranches with mature trees and big backyards
- Lakewood: Mid-century ranches close to the foothills
- Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree: Fewer ranches, but you'll find some, often in patio home or newer sections
- New construction: Some builders offer ranch plans, and a few communities are built mostly around them
Ranches don't come up as often as two-stories, and the good ones tend to go fast. I can set up a search so you see new ones the day they hit the market.
What I look for in a ranch home
Before I sold homes full time, I flipped and rehabbed them. So I look at older ranches the way a builder does. Here's what I check:
- The sewer line: Older homes can have clay or cast iron lines. A sewer scope is worth it.
- The roof and windows: These are big-ticket items on a one-story, since the roof covers the whole home.
- Steps to get in: If one-level living is the goal, look at the front entry and the garage too.
- The basement: Is it finished? Is it a walkout? Any signs of water?
- Room to update: Many older ranches have walls that can open up for a kitchen that flows naturally into the living room.
Looking for a ranch?
Tell me where you'd like to be and what matters most, and I'll keep an eye out for you. Call or text me at 303-332-4747.
