Don’t settle for someone else’s version of YOUR dream home! Why buy used when you can personalize your very own Schaeffer Home? We build new homes in NJ that allow you to create your ideal home without having to make do with someone else’s choices. There are a wide range of benefits to buying a brand new home.
When it comes to buying a new-to-you home, you’re likely to make a list – even just mentally – of what you want in your new home. The usual things, such as the number of bedrooms, the layout, and the neighborhood will be part of your considerations, as well as access to things in your daily life and the local school district. Some things will be must-haves, while others you’ll be more flexible about, depending on the rest of the home. And that’s where a brand new home makes a difference. You’re less likely to have to settle when it comes to buying a brand new home.
As well as getting the features you want in your own home, you’ll find that newly built homes are designed from the start to appeal to today’s buyers with open layouts, kitchens that are more than just a place to cook, and flex rooms that can serve as a home office, a play room, or whatever else you need to live comfortably.
One reason people give for not buying new houses is the thought that they’re too expensive. The reality is that while a new home may cost more initially, you can save more money with it from the start because you don’t have the same costly maintenance issues that you’d have in an older home. What others pay on renovations or replacement, you’re saving, helping you rebuild your financial nest egg. Plus, new homes are often under some form of warranty, giving you further peace of mind.
As well as the reduction in maintenance costs, you’re likely to have lower energy bills. New homes are built to higher standards and requirements, including making homes more energy efficient. New appliances, the building process, the type of windows, and even some smarthome technology are part of new homes that keep you comfortable all year long and save you money in the process.
As you see, there are a lot of benefits – in comfort and financially – to purchasing a new home. Even if you choose a move-in-ready home instead of one you build from the ground up, you’ll still find that the home more easily meets the wants and needs of today’s home buyer. Plus, if you do choose to build, you get exactly the home you want, down to colors, finishes, and flooring. Certainly when you build with Schaeffer Homes, you will appreciate the standard options, as well as the luxury add-ons that are available to truly put your personal stamp on the home.
If you’re looking at new homes in NJ, we invite you to reach out today for a free consultation meeting to learn more about the home designs we offer and how they can be built to meet your preferences so you end up with a home you’ll love from day one.
As a home builder in South Jersey, we at Schaeffer Family Homes think our luxury homes are a great reason to move to South Jersey! Of course, there are plenty of wonderful reasons to move to this area, ranging from beautiful natural scenery to a wealth of attractions, and we’d like to share a few of our favorites with you.
Just because the summer season is winding down doesn’t mean that the beaches aren’t still a great draw for this area. All year long, you can enjoy walks with the family along the many beautiful clean beaches. Plus, during the warmer months, the whole family can enjoy sunbathing, swimming, surfing, fishing, or just hanging out with friends.
The beaches aren’t the only source for great outdoor activities. You’ll find a fantastic range of options for hiking and biking trails at numerous nature reserves and parks. Among some of the most popular spots are the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area that hosts plenty of fun things to do, plus there’s the Pine Barrens and Wharton State Forest.
There’s no shortage of indoor activities, either, with a wealth of museums, historical sites, and cultural events. You can find great local and national performers at the various art galleries, theaters, and music venues. The Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, the African American Heritage Museum, and the Garden State Discovery Museum offer a range of exhibits, attractions and more. Plus, there are historic sites of interest such as the Batsto Village and the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial that offer a chance to learn while still having fun.
Dining out is always a pleasure, especially if you love seafood, such as the local blue crabs. You’ll also find plenty of restaurants that focus on farm-to-table dining experiences that offer fresh, seasonal food that is sure to please.
These are just a few of the reasons we love to be a home builder in South Jersey. Don’t forget that this area has a lower cost of living, as well, compared to many northern regions, so your money will go much further. If you’re interested in building your own home in this delightful region, then we invite you to reach out for a free consultation meeting to learn more about the homes we build on your own land and in quality communities.
As a NJ new home builder, we’re proud of our Weatherby floor plan, which offers comfort, style, and flexibility. This spacious ranch style home will appeal to a variety of home buyers. Like all Schaeffer Homes’ floorplans, it offers a lot of luxury add-on choices that allow you to mold the home to fit your lifestyle and family needs.
The Weatherby includes 2,494 square feet of single level living with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a powder room, and a two-car garage. Among the available luxury add-on choices, you can personalize your home with a sunroom, fireplace, basement, front porch and so much more.
The front door enters into the home via a welcoming foyer, complete with a coat closet for convenient storage. Off the foyer is an entrance to the home office, a feature that most people want in their home today. The foyer then leads you into the open-plan main living area. In the center is a dining area flanked by the spacious family room on one side and the kitchen on the other. The kitchen includes a dine-in island, a wealth of counter space, and a walk-in pantry for additional storage. A door in the dining area leads out to the backyard. A sunroom can be added off of the family room to add additional living space.
Off the family room is a recessed area that leads to two of the bedrooms and a full bathroom. Off the kitchen is a hallway that leads to the owner’s suite, with a large walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom including a 5’x5’ stall shower. Luxury choices include a free-standing tub and tile seat in the shower. The hallway continues past the powder room, the stairs to the optional basement, and finally to the mudroom, which provides access to the garage and to the laundry room. The laundry room can also be accessed from the master bathroom for added convenience.
The thoughtful layout of the Weatherby floor plan makes it appealing to a broad range of buyers. It is spacious, has an easy flow, while still providing the privacy preferred for the bedroom and home office areas. With the luxury add-on choices available, you can fine-tune the home to fit your lifestyle and preferences. If you’re in the market for a NJ new home builder, contact us today to schedule a free new home consultation meeting to learn more about the Weatherby and our other floor plans. Don’t delay in starting your journey to owning your own dream home. You deserve it!
As a NJ new home builder, we’re proud of our Weatherby floor plan, which offers comfort, style, and flexibility. This spacious ranch style home will appeal to a variety of home buyers. Like all Schaeffer Homes’ floorplans, it offers a lot of luxury add-on choices that allow you to mold the home to fit your lifestyle and family needs.
The Weatherby includes 2,494 square feet of single level living with three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a powder room, and a two-car garage. Among the available luxury add-on choices, you can personalize your home with a sunroom, fireplace, basement, front porch and so much more.
The front door enters into the home via a welcoming foyer, complete with a coat closet for convenient storage. Off the foyer is an entrance to the home office, a feature that most people want in their home today. The foyer then leads you into the open-plan main living area. In the center is a dining area flanked by the spacious family room on one side and the kitchen on the other. The kitchen includes a dine-in island, a wealth of counter space, and a walk-in pantry for additional storage. A door in the dining area leads out to the backyard. A sunroom can be added off of the family room to add additional living space.
Off the family room is a recessed area that leads to two of the bedrooms and a full bathroom. Off the kitchen is a hallway that leads to the owner’s suite, with a large walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom including a 5’x5’ stall shower. Luxury choices include a free-standing tub and tile seat in the shower. The hallway continues past the powder room, the stairs to the optional basement, and finally to the mudroom, which provides access to the garage and to the laundry room. The laundry room can also be accessed from the master bathroom for added convenience.
The thoughtful layout of the Weatherby floor plan makes it appealing to a broad range of buyers. It is spacious, has an easy flow, while still providing the privacy preferred for the bedroom and home office areas. With the luxury add-on choices available, you can fine-tune the home to fit your lifestyle and preferences. If you’re in the market for a NJ new home builder, contact us today to schedule a free new home consultation meeting to learn more about the Weatherby and our other floor plans. Don’t delay in starting your journey to owning your own dream home. You deserve it!
At Schaeffer Family Homes, we help you build on the strongest foundation so you can enjoy your home for many years to come. We have only 1 opportunity remaining. 1059 seneca is last homesite available left at Menantico Estates, a community of new homes in Vineland NJ, so don’t miss out on this amazing chance.
Whether it’s the first home in a community or one of the last, we always stand by our commitment to quality, beauty, craftsmanship, enduring value, and personal service. Reserve your homesite with a refundable deposit that will hold your site of choice for five days. During this period you’ll meet with one of our sales managers to discuss the floor plan, and the luxury and personalization elements that make a new home truly outstanding. This is also the time to work with our preferred lender to qualify and receive a pre-approval mortgage, which is necessary to move forward in the process.
Once you’re approved and the full downpayment on the home and property is made, it’s time for building to commence! With more than 10 floor plans available and a variety of home styles ranging from ranch to multi-story homes, with three to four bedrooms and 2+ bathrooms, and two-car side-entry garages for even more curb appeal, you’ll easily find the home that is right for you. Within a few months, your dream home will be a reality and you’ll be living in the welcoming Menantico Estates community. Plus, you’ll have a quality-built Schaeffer home that starts with a poured concrete crawl space foundation and soars with 9’ first floor ceilings, chair and crown molding in parts of the home, premium carpeting, Progress light fixtures, Sherwin-Williams paint, and many more features as standard throughout.
So if you’re looking at new homes in Vineland NJ, don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to have one of the last available homes at Menantico Estates. Contact us today to learn more about how you can take advantage of this chance to live in an outstanding community.
The Ravello floorplan is a modern floorplan that responds to the changing needs of any family in today’s busy lifestyle. With over 2,340 square feet of well-planned living space, the Ravello is a floorplan by Schaeffer Family Homes, a home builder in N.J., and features a two-story design with four upstairs bedrooms, a two-car garage, built-in storage, plus room to both flex and grow.
From the front door, the home welcomes you through the foyer to an open-layout living room and kitchen with a large center island. Natural light floods this space from a wall of windows along the back of the home. The coffered ceiling in the living room is an option to capture and bounce more light throughout the space. These are just some of the great touches that the Ravello floorplan offers from this established home builder in N.J.
The kitchen connects back to the front dining room through a butler’s pantry and large storage pantry. There is a large center island in the kitchen and an eat-in nook too.
The first floor also has a main powder room and a roomy mud room /drop area with direct access to/from the two-car garage.
A split staircase leads to the second floor that holds the master bedroom with optional coffered ceiling, and a private ensuite master bathroom with large shower, double sinks, and linen closet that can be modified to include a soaking tub in addition to the separate shower. There is also large walk-in closet to accommodate all the changing seasons.
There are three additional bedrooms which can also be used for any type of flex space such as an exercise room, home office, and game/zoom room. There is a second full bathroom upstairs and the smartly placed laundry room.
Building this home will start at $274,900, plus the site location. You can either build on your own lot or choose a homesite from one of several planned communities from this home builder in New Jersey.
On Schaeffer’s website, you can explore other available floorplans, filter by size and specifications, and then begin to make customized selections. You can also view photos of the models, learn more about each floor plan, and more.
Contact Schaeffer for any type of new home in N.J. Explore your options and call Schaeffer today at (856) 208-5118, email at General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com, or visit our website to learn what is possible!
Vineland, NJ is more than just an escape from the busy cities and suburbs of Philadelphia, Wilmington, Newark, Atlantic City, and New York. This established area offers a walkable, small town feel with scenery, charm, and character.
As a thriving city, Vineland offers a range of shopping, dining, recreational, community, and business opportunities. Vineland was once popular with several vineyards. While most are no longer there, a few wineries still operate nearby including Bellview Winery and Coda Rossa Winery in the towns of Landisville and Franklinville.
Locals with homes in Vineland, NJ appreciate the over 280 acres of park lands, golf courses, and playgrounds. Sports enthusiasts participate in one or more of the area’s community sports leagues that include venues like Landis Park and the Joseph E. Romano Sports Complex. Outdoor enthusiasts take advantage of the diverse nature areas found at Giampietro Memorial Park, Willow Oak Conservation Area, as well as down the road at the New Jersey shoreline.
Throughout the year, Vineland hosts a variety of festivals filled with food and fun activities for the whole family. Main Street Vineland attracts both locals and visitors for its annual vintage and classic car show called the Cruise Down Memory Lane. During the summer, the town holds cultural and food focused events like a Seafood and Greek festival, while the winter months feature a holiday parade and seasonal activities.
Due to many nearby restaurants and stores. To access the nearby large metropolitan cities, residents with homes in Vineland, NJ can access state routes via car or opt for a commuter bus transit.
Enjoy the benefits of Vineland and choose to either build select home plans within Menantico Estates or build a new home on your own lot in any of the counties in or throughout Central and South New Jersey.
Menantico Estates is a new home community with 10 home in Vineland, NJ that have two-acre homesites. Floorplans in Menantico range from 1,880-3,100 square feet, start in the $400,000’s, and have close access to great recreation, dining, and shopping.
Schaeffer Family Homes builds to suit the lifestyle and needs of you and your family. Schaeffer can create your dream home with streamlined floor plans and options.
On our website, you can explore available lots, filter by size and specifications, and then select a homesite. You can also view photos of our models, learn about floor plans, begin selection colors and more. You can even calculate your mortgage. Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore more about our great new homes and communities, and find your new home in NJ.
Just a few homes remain in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates, so contact Schaeaffer today to start your home buying journey. Call us today for details and to schedule your appointment: (856) 208-5118 or General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com.
Begin the new year with a fresh start in one of Schaeffer Family’s new homes in South New Jersey.
Schaeffer Family Homes builds new construction homes in NJ, both on your own lot and in spectacular planned communities. With a range of great homesites and a variety of floor plans, it’s easy to find your dream home.
The best way to explore is in person. Stop by our Blake Model Home at 42 Haddonfield-Berlin Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 or visit one of our upcoming open houses in South Jersey or Central NJ.
Begin your tour of Schaeffer Family Homes at the Blake Model. This beautiful and functional floor plan is where you can see the quality and detail that we build into every home. The Blake Model boasts 2,915 sq ft of two story living space and includes 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths and a choice to add a large 3rd floor finished loft space/bedroom or finished basement.
We also welcome you to visit during one of Scheffers’ upcoming open houses in South Jersey or Central NJ on:
Saturday, 12/17 from 11am – 2pm: The Phoenix Quick Move-In in Vineland, NJ
Contact Schaeffer directly to schedule an appointment by phone 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com.
During your visit, start the process to design your new home. Choose from two existing new home communities, Menantico Estates and Kresswood, or build a new home on your own lot in any of the counties throughout Central and South New Jersey.
The new home community of Menantico Estates has 10 available homesites in Vineland, NJ featuring two-acre homesites, with floorplans ranging from 1,880-3,100 square feet, starting in the $400,000’s and close access to recreation, dining, and shopping.
The Kresswood Community has 3 available homesites, with floorplans ranging from 2,494- 3,676 square feet on 1.5 -2 acre homesites, that are priced between $731,900 – $919,850, and is located outside Philadelphia in the popular Voorhees Township that has a mixed urban/ suburban feel.
If you are unable to visit in-person, then visit us online where you can choose any one of our model homes to find the one that best suits your lifestyle and needs. Scheffer Schaeffer can build on your own lot with streamlined floor plans and options, and even modify the home as needed.
On our website, you can explore available lots, filter by size, and select a homesite. Then you can view photos of our models, learn about floor plans, begin selection colors and more. You can even calculate your mortgage.
Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore more about our great new homes and communities, and find your new home in NJ.
Start your new home journey by contacting us today for details and to schedule your appointment: (856) 208-5118 or General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com.
Schaeffer Family builds new homes in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates. This planned community features two-acre homesites, floorplans ranging from 1,880-3,100 square feet, and boasts a small-town feel with recreation, dining, and shopping.
One of the featured floor plans at Menantico Estates is the Phoenix “B” model. This home, available at the end of December and listed at $529,815, is located at the end of a private cul-de-sac and includes 2,334 sq ft of living space with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage.
The Phoenix floorplan has a traditional feel but still features an open family room and kitchen area. When completed, the selected finishes in the model are generous.
With easy access to the Jersey Shore, Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, and Washington D.C., this new home in Vineland, NJ is perfectly located to allow for big city conveniences and suburban benefits.
Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore more about this great community and find this new home in Vineland, NJ.
Start your new home journey by contacting us today for details and to schedule your appointment: (856) 208-5118 or General.Info@Schaefferhomes.com.
Menantico Estates, a community of two-acre homesites, showcases nine exciting floor plans to choose from and build your dream home in Vineland, NJ. This cozy new home community by Schaeffer Family Homes also allows for a wide choice of selections and features designed for your family.
New construction homes in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates include ranch style, multi-level and traditional 2-story layouts, with floorplans that range from 1,880-3,100 square feet and include 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 or 2.5 baths, and 2-car garages.
One of the newest smartly designed floor plans that is offered by Schaeffer Family Homes is the Ellis Model.
The Ellis is an updated but traditional style 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath single family home with 2,183 sq ft of living space and a two-car side entry garage. There is an option to add a basement for additional square feet and/or storage. The Ellis has nine foot ceilings throughout this beautiful plan to meet the needs of today’s family.
The front porch provides a great space for those who love to decorate throughout the seasons or simply enjoying spending time outdoors. Enter from the front door into a welcoming foyer. A guest bath and closet are easily accessible off the foyer. There is a split staircase that leads upstairs to the master bedroom, plus three more comfortable bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and the second floor laundry room. The master bathroom features a double sink vanity, tiled, walk-in large shower, and a generous walk-in closet. The selections available in the design center will allow you to create a spa- like bath experience. The Ellis boasts the option to add more flexible space by adding a finished attic with a fifth bedroom, loft and full bathroom.
On the backside of the first level is the spacious kitchen with a plentiful pantry and an adjacent eat-in dining area. The open-layout kitchen features a large center island for preparing and enjoying meals and the option to design a more gourmet cooking area. Another option offered would expand the kitchen by adding a sunroom with a larger dining room space.
The living room flows off the kitchen and is anchored by a well-designed gas fireplace, and makes the perfect location for entertaining guests or cozying up with a great book! Access your private, wooden two-acre lot from the back door off of the living room.
This model is currently available at 1059 Seneca Court for pre-sale with a $10,000 builder discount, plus a waived homesite premium of $3,000. Personalize this home with your own selections from the Schaeffer Design Center. In approximately nine months, you can be living in this new home in Vineland, NJ.
Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore interactive floor plans and begin to personalize and design your new home online, by exploring all of the available plan options.
Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve this new home in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates today!
Schaeffer Family Homes can build your dream new home in Vineland, NJ, exactly how you always imagined. At Menantico Estates, a community of two-acre homesites, with nine different floorplans starting in the $420s, you can choose all of the selections for your new home while still staying within your budget at our well-appointed Design Center
Schaeffer’s design center associates walk you through the process in a simple, productive way. In an effort to make your design center appointment successful, we are offering a few tips below:
The first step in having a successful design center appointment is to be able to make the most of your time. First, you should become familiar with all of the features that are included in your floorplan, as well as know what your budget is to accommodate any upgrades. Review any necessary options with your sales associate prior to your scheduled time in the design center.
It’s also good to know how you will live within the spaces of your new home in Vineland, NJ. Think about your existing routines and habits, what works in your current home, and what are the reasons you have been looking for a new home. Are there any options that would make your daily routines easier or better? Remember to think beyond the usual spaces of the kitchen and bathrooms, and consider what you might enjoy throughout the other spaces such as the living room, laundry area, and other nooks of the home.
The more information you can know going into your appointment, the easier and smoother this process will be from the start.
When it comes to style, colors, hardware, and overall design in your home, the choices can easily become overwhelming if you are not familiar. If you already have a design style, then you are one step ahead. However, be sure to envision how your décor taste will work in your new floor plan. If you are not sure what your style is, then now is the time to learn about colors, materials, and trends that you would like to see in your new home. Search online for inspiration and read articles on the materials that interest you. For example, learn what countertop material is best for you and your family. Find articles that explain the differences in hardwood flooring options. This is not only a great time to explore your style, but also a fun journey to learn more about these options.
Once you are in the know and have an understanding of your style, then compile a list of any and all upgrades you might want to add to your home. Be sure to identify those upgrades as either a “must have” or a “nice to have.” Understand what these options are, what they will cost, and know what the bottom line will be in your final purchase price. At the end of the day, you want to feel great about the choices in your dream home as well as be confident with what you can afford. If you need to, you can always add some upgrades later after you have settled into your new home in Vineland, NJ.
Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore interactive floor plans and begin to personalize and design your new home online, while exploring all of the available plan options. These new construction homes in Vineland, NJ at Menantico Estates include ranch style, multi-level and traditional 2-story plans, with floorplans that range from 1,880-3,100 square feet and have 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 or 2.5 baths, and 2-car garages.
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Let Schaeffer Family Homes build your dream home at Menatico Estates in Vineland, NJ with a process that is simple and easy to follow every step of the way. Find several included features throughout the interior and exterior of the home, plus future energy savings when you build with Schaeffer. Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve your homesite today!
Live in Kresswood, a new home community in Voorhees, NJ and experience one of New Jersey’s oldest towns with an interesting past. Voorhees was named in honor of Foster McGowan Voorhees, the governor of New Jersey who created the area to become a separate township on March 3, 1899. In addition, the first residents were part of the Lenni-Lenape Nation of the Algonquian People who were one of the first documented residents to migrate to New Jersey.
Today, in Voorhees, residents can enjoy both an urban and suburban feel because of its proximity to a major East Coast city. Within this area, the new home community of Kresswood, is a great place to build. Kresswood offers four homesites that are available starting in the mid-$700s.
The Winston model is one of the beautiful floor plans that is offered in Kresswood. As you enter from the porch and through the front door, you land in a spacious two-story foyer and grand front stairway. The perfect home office or study is located off of this foyer. There is a formal sitting room that extends into the dining room accessible from the other side of the foyer.
Moving through the entryway toward the back of the house is the large kitchen with center island. Before you enter the kitchen area, there is a door to the laundry /mud room with an included storage closet. The mud rooms also leads to the two car garage with extra storage.
The kitchen and combined sitting room run most of the back side of the house. The sitting room is a two-story space and there is a back stairway that leads upstairs. Four bedrooms, including the master bedroom are upstairs, and the plan has options for additional bathrooms. Adding a Jack and Jill bathroom between the 3rd and 4th bedrooms will allow for every bedroom to have ensuite access. The master bathroom can be modified to have a soaking tub and double sink. Separately the master bedroom has a very spacious walk-in closet.
Building this new home in Voorhees, NJ includes a crawl space for the foundation. However, there is an option to build the home with a basement. There are options to either leave the basement unfinished, add an additional 720 sq ft of unfinished storage, or build out the space to be finished and include a three-piece bathroom.
The Winston is a great traditional floor plan for a family with 3100+ sq ft., and provides space for formal dining and entertaining. Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to view the virtual tour and explore the interactive floor plan for the Winston model. Then begin to personalize and design your new home online, while exploring all of the available plan options.
Let Schaeffer Family Homes build your dream home in Voorhees, NJ with a process that is simple and easy to follow every step of the way. Find several included features throughout the interior and exterior of the home, plus future energy savings when you build with Schaeffer. Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve your homesite today!
Escape the city but stay close by living in a new home in Voorhees, NJ. Located in Camden County as a suburb of Philadelphia, Voorhees is considered a medium-sized township with a population of 31,069 and is the 55th largest community in New Jersey. Those living in new homes in Voorhees, NJ enjoy both an urban and suburban feel because of its proximity to a major East Coast city.
There are several young professionals who are drawn to the above average public schools in Voorhees. The workforce of the town ranges from professionals and managers, to sales and office workers. Niche.com provides a breakdown of management occupations (15.84%), healthcare (12.64%), and office and administrative support (11.37%). In addition, the Niche.com research shows that Voorhees has more people living here who work in computers and math than 95% of the places in the US, and 54.89% of the adults in Voorhees have earned a 4-year college degree, masters degree, MD, law degree, or even PhD.
For those who work for employers that are located outside of the town, there is accessible public transportation to make long commutes to the city easier. As a result, several residents take advantage of the extensive subway system, so the traffic and air pollution is generally lower in Voorhees than surrounding larger areas.
When in comes to new homes in Voorhees, NJ, look at Kresswood, a small community of four homesites, that are available starting in the $800s.
The community of new homes in Voorhees, NJ, finds easy access to retail shopping and dining, recreation and parks, as well as major nearby cities.
Let Schaeffer Family build you a Voorhees, NJ home with a process that is simple and easy to follow every step of the way. Find several included features throughout the interior and exterior of the home, plus future energy savings when you build with Schaeffer. Explore floor plans and more online. Then choose your favorite homesite and start personalizing your new home of your dreams!
Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve your homesite today!
Kresswood in Voorhees, NJ, is a small community of four homesites, and available starting in the mid-$700s.
One of the floor plans that is available to build in Kresswood is the Ashdale. The Ashdale floor plan offers 4 Beds, 2 Baths, & 3,070 sq ft of living space with a 2 car garage. This 2-story house plan features a second floor master, first floor laundry, and flex space. To build this new home in Voorhees, NJ, the Ashdale starts at $785,080 and is a great traditional style floorplan designed to accommodate you and your family.
From the front door, you enter into a two-story foyer with a grand staircase The living room, located on the front left side of the home, can provide a nice seating area separate from the kitchen and family room located in the backside of house. The formal dining room sits on the right side of the foyer. Both spaces spill into the comfortable kitchen and two-story family room. Off of the family room is a separate room that leads to a study, while behind the kitchen is the mudroom and large pantry. The two car garage is accessible thru the mudroom.
On the second floor, there are three bedrooms and a large spacious master bedroom. The three bedrooms share one full bathroom. The master features two impressive walk-in closets and a master bath with both a shower and soaking tub. There is an option to add a washer and dryer upstairs.
The exterior of the floor plan has two elevations to choose from including a stone luxury choice. In addition, the home can be built with a finished basement that can include an unfinished storage room and full bathroom.
Voorhees, NJ homes are a suburb of Philadelphia and in Camden County. Camden is one of the best places to live in New Jersey according to Niche.com. Voorhees has an urban suburban mix and provides easy access to retail shopping and dining, recreation and parks, as well as major nearby cities.
Let Schaeffer Family Homes build you a Voorhees, NJ home with a process that is simple and easy to follow every step of the way. When you choose Schaeffer, you will receive several included features throughout the interior and exterior of the home, plus future energy savings.
Choose your favorite homesite and floorplan to personalize the home of your dreams! Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve your homesite today!
Discover Kresswood, a small community of new homes in Voorhees, NJ with prices starting at $699,900. Kresswood is located in the desirable Voorhees Township, and lies just outside the city of Philadelphia.
As one of the best places to live in New Jersey, Voorhees Township offers residents an urban suburban mix and attracts young professionals through retirees. Residents feel a great sense of community in Voorhees, and there are many families with children. In addition, the public schools in Voorhees are highly rated.
Schaeffer Family Homes will help personalize your next new home in Voorhees, NJ through one of four available lots within this new mini-neighborhood. Kresswood has a build time of 12 months, and there are four different home plans to choose from:
Kresswood is close to several restaurants, as well as entertainment and shopping. Voorhees is most proud of its New Town Center, now considered the “Down Town” of Voorhees. This town also boasts access to several sports fields, open spaces with nature trails, parks and playgrounds throughout the town.
Schaeffer Family Homes, a home builder in NJ, makes the home building process as simple as possible through every step of the way. When you choose Schaeffer, you will receive several included features throughout the interior, exterior of the home, plus future energy savings.
Contact Schaeffer Family Homes to learn more about new homes in Voorhees, NJ, and the options available. Call (856) 208-5118 or visit our website to learn what is possible with your new home journey!
Discover new homes in Vineland, NJ, by discovering Menantico Estates. Schaeffer Family Homes will help build your dream home in Menantico Estates on two-acre homesites, with nine different floorplans starting in the $360s.
At Menantico Estates, floorplans range from 1,880-3,100 square feet and have 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 or 2.5 baths, and 2-car garages. These new construction homes in Vineland, NJ include ranch style, multi-level and traditional 2-story plans.
Some of these spacious floorplans feature options such as flexible rooms, sunrooms, owner’s retreat with sitting area, additional bedroom and full baths, extended dining rooms, and finished basements.
With easy access to the Jersey Shore, Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, and Washington D.C., Vineland boasts a small-town feel with recreation, dining, and shopping. In downtown Vineland is Landis Avenue or “The Ave.”
The Ave is a center main street full of unique shops, new and old culture and top entertainment. This Vineland Main Street provides numerous incentives for new and growing businesses and the heart of revitalization for this area. With a vision of a thriving commercial district and community-gathering place for shoppers, residents and visitors, the Vineland Downtown Improvement District/Main Street Vineland moves forward with enhancements and revitalization of the historic Landis Avenue.
In addition, Menantico Estates will become part of the Vineland community that continues to promote a award-winning atmosphere complete with new projects and a building economy.
This community has available lots with a 12-month move-in time frame once the purchase agreement is signed.
Start planning your new home by learning more about Menantico Estates, and this new home community in Vineland NJ. Learn more about Schaeffer Family Homes, their home building process, and the options available. Call Schaeffer today at (856) 208-5118 or visit our website to learn what is possible with your new home journey!
As a preferred home builder in NJ, Schaeffer Family Homes takes pride in offering some of the best home designs on the market today. Our designs are attractive, energy-efficient and flexible for a range of household sizes and lifestyles.
A great example is our Phoenix floor plan. This modern split-level home has numerous options for customizing the look and layout, as well as a wide selection of interior finishes and details. Its most unique feature is the placement of the owner’s suite on its own level. This ensures the feeling of retreat and privacy that homeowners want in a main bedroom.
The Phoenix is 1,948 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Choose from several exterior designs with combinations of siding, brick or stone Craftsman details.
Inside, the main level contains the kitchen, dining nook and family room with vaulted ceiling. The lower level is ideal for a game room, man cave or workout room. It has sliding glass doors to the outside. The owner’s suite is on the second level and has a bath with dual sink vanity and spacious tiled shower. Upstairs on the top level, you’ll find two bedrooms, a full bath and a balcony overlooking the family room.
We can build the Phoenix for you in the south Jersey counties of Atlantic, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem and parts of Burlington. We can build on a lot you already own or we can help you find a lot in those areas or in one of our new home communities. We can even build your dream house at the shore!
No matter where you build, you’re guaranteed to get the high quality and dedication that we offer all our customers. The Schaeffer family has been living and building new homes in the South Jersey area for three generations. We work with you to customize your home and choose your favorite finishes and details in our Design Center. When you build with us, you’ll end up with a home that you and your family will love for years to come.
Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 to get started planning your new Phoenix home with your preferred home builder in NJ.
One of the highlights of planning a new home with a home builder in NJ is your design studio appointment. This is where you get a hands-on look at the selections they offer for the details of your new home, such as kitchen cabinets, countertops, lighting fixtures, flooring and more.
The design studio appointment is exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming if you aren’t prepared. Here are 6 things to do before the appointment so you can be ready to enjoy the process to the fullest:
Bonus hint: During your appointment, ask to take photos of your selections as you make them. This will help you remember what you chose and make it easier to decorate your finished home.
We can build your new home on your lot in South Jersey, or help you find a suitable property for your dream home. Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 to schedule your free consultation and start planning your new home with a home builder in NJ.
Make 2021 your year to build on your lot in NJ. Get a fresh start in a brand new home customized just for you!
We can build your new home on a lot you already own, or we can help you find land to build on. If you already own a piece of land, we’ll inspect it to be sure it’s suitable for building one of our available plans. We’ll also let you know what steps you need to take to prepare for building on the property. If you haven’t purchased the land yet, we suggest that you meet with us first so we can guide you in choosing the most appropriate lot for your needs.
Build On Your Lot is available in the counties of Atlantic, parts of Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem in southern New Jersey.
When you build your new home with us, you’ll have more than 20 15 home plans to choose from in a variety of styles and price points. We offer both one and two-story homes, with owner’s suites on the first or second floor. We can build each home on a slab, poured concrete crawl space or full basement foundation. Our floor plans are customizable as well. If you already have a home plan, we’ll look at it and determine whether we can build it for you.
After your home plan is finalized, you’ll meet with one of our Design Center Specialists, Ashley or Christie, at our Design Center in Cherry Hill. There you’ll choose your home’s colors, flooring, kitchen countertops and cabinets, lighting fixtures and more.
Our Legacy Package is included in every home, and we also offer our ever-popular Signature Package as a luxury choice. The Signature package is a luxury selection that includes a full basement, stained oak handrails and balusters on staircases, premium hardwood floors in the foyer, 5 ¼ inch baseboard, 42” kitchen wall cabinets with crown molding, ceramic tile floors in owner’s bath and hall bath and other upgraded luxury features.
Get started today to build your customized brand new home in 2021. Call Schaeffer Family Homes at 856-208-5118 to schedule a free consultation for the new home you want to build on your lot in NJ.
Now is a great time to cash in on the hot market for homes in NJ. If you’re thinking of selling your existing home, there’s no need to wait until spring. Buyers are ready now and the demand is high.
Thanks to a combination of factors including historic low interest rates, there aren’t enough houses on the market to satisfy buyer demand. Sellers can ask for higher prices than in previous years and homes are selling faster.
How can you make the most of this seller’s market?
Selling your existing home now can put you in a great position to build your dream home in 2021. Building a new home allows you to create the home you love in a location that you want.
We can help you do that with our Build On Your Lot program. We can build on a homesite you already own or help you find a piece of land to build in these Southern New Jersey counties: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem.
You can choose from more than 15 home designs ranging from 1,034 to 4,308 square feet. We offer one and two story homes and can build on poured concrete crawl space or basement foundations. We’ll work with you to help you select the right plans for your homesite and lifestyle. Through our “Build On Your Lot” program, our floorplans start from the upper $100,000’s to upper $300,000s.
We offer many options for customizing these plans. We may also build your custom home from plans that you already have.
Live chat with our New Home Specialist Krista, call 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes to learn more about our Build On Your Lot program for new homes in NJ.
Fall is here, and the cooler weather inspires many of us to give your new Schaeffer Home a cozy feel with seasonal décor. Use these ideas to give your new home a fresh fall vibe:
You’ll love to decorate your brand new Schaeffer home in every season. Our homes are designed to look great while serving your needs for convenient everyday living. Energy-efficient construction makes Schaeffer homes warm and cozy in cooler weather. Family room fireplaces are the ideal focal point for relaxation in the evening.
Schaeffer Family Homes can build a new home for you on your lot in South Jersey or on one of our available homesites. You can choose from more than 20 home designs, each of which can be customized to suit your needs. Plans range from 1,034-3,408 square feet, with homes starting in the low $100,000’s. We have one and two story plans with owner’s suites on the first or second floor.
If you don’t have your own homesite, we can assist you in finding a piece of land to build your brand-new Schaeffer Home. Or, if you already have your own homesite, we can help you determine the best home plan for your property and guide you through the development process.
Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 to learn more about our The Berlin Borough community (Carraige Mews) is sold out. Maybe say: Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to learn more about building your new home in South Jersey.
Our available home at 101 Reena’s Way in Berlin Borough should be at the top of your list if you’re searching for new homes in NJ.
Newly built on our Phoenix Elevation B floor plan, this available home in our Carriage Mews community is 2,505 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. It showcases a unique split level design with the owner’s suite on the second level.
Gorgeous Laguna Blue Alside board and batten siding is accented with crisp white trim and complementary masonry. A wide front porch adds to the welcoming modern-farmhouse vibe.
Indoors, light neutral colors give the open concept family room and kitchen a fresh and relaxed feel. The kitchen features white kitchen cabinets with crown molding, stainless steel appliances, a large island and built-in desk. White quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash complete the look. The two-story family room has a fireplace that will make a great focal point for cozy evenings at home. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area is perfect for entertaining or family dinners.
Quality features on the first floor include 9’ ceilings and luxury vinyl plank floors for durability and ease of care. Elegant paneled wainscoting in selected areas adds a touch of formality.
Entering the house through the 2-car side-entry garage, family members can take advantage of the drop zone in the mud room, which has a built-in bench and cubbies. The tastefully finished basement rec room can be a play room, media room, game room or whatever your family needs. This home also has a sunroom with steps to the spacious backyard. The .38 acre lot is professionally landscaped and includes an installed sprinkler system.
Numerous upgrades and luxury options make this Energy Star certified home a great deal at $479,900.
Carriage Mews is an intimate cul-de-sac community located at the corner of Wyndam Road and Watsontown-New Freedom Road in Berlin Borough. Students living in Carriage Mews can attend Berlin Community Schools and Eastern High School.
Live chat with our New Home Specialist Krista, call 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes to schedule a tour of 101 Reena’s Way in the Carriage Mews community of new homes in NJ.
If you’re looking for new homes in Berlin Borough NJ, consider a customized home built on our Winston floor plan. At a spacious 3,100 square feet, the Winston is a traditional style two-story home with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.
The elegant two story foyer is flanked by a private study and a formal living room. The living room opens to the formal dining room, allowing for a smooth flow when entertaining. More casual space is located at the back of the house with an open-concept kitchen, dining area and family room. The option to add a sliding glass door provides easy access to the back yard. Two staircases make getting around the house a breeze.
On the second floor, a spacious carpeted master bedroom features a sitting area and a large private master bathroom. Three additional bedrooms and a second full bath complete the layout.
Using the My Home app on our website, you can customize the Winston floor plan home. Add options to create your ideal home. First floor options include an expanded dining room, additional windows in the family room and living room, a fireplace in the family room, a sunroom off the kitchen and more. On the second floor, upgrade your home with a Jack and Jill bath or a double sink in the hall bath or master bath.
Once you’ve customized the floor plan, the app will move on to exterior choices. Select from three elevations and pick a palette of coordinating colors to bring the home to life.
Finally, you’ll select a homesite from our sitemap. We currently have homesites available in Carriage Mews in Berlin Borough NJ, or we can build a Winston for you through our “Build On Your Lot” program in South Jersey. With all steps completed, you can print or e-mail yourself a brochure of your home to save your selections.
You can also build your dream Winston on a 1+ acre homesite we have available in Southampton NJ. The Winston at 6 Angels Court in Southampton starts at $499,900. It includes the Schaeffer Family Homes Signature Package with a side-entry garage and unfinished basement. Personalize your floor plan and choose your design finishes in this spacious two-story home. Buy now while interest rates are at a historic low!
Live chat with our New Home Specialist Krista or call 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes to find out more about our brand new homes in Berlin Borough NJ.
Even when you can’t get out to view a home in person, you can still plan your new home and shop for available homes in Berlin Borough NJ with virtual appointments.
We’re hard at work to make sure you can build or buy a new home with us. We welcome you to arrange virtual meetings with us via FaceTime, GoToMeeting, or any method you choose. Virtual meetings are a great way to discuss our building process, learn what you’re looking for in a new home or answer any questions you may have.
Meanwhile, take advantage of downtime by browsing our website. Our website is full of interactive tools to help you choose and customize the floor plan and lot that are right for you.
Use our Design Your Home app to select a building site, then look through our floor plans and create the home of your dreams right there on your device. We offer 22 home plans in South Jersey. Plans have 2-4 bedrooms and 2-3.5 baths. Square footage varies from 1,380 to 4,308, so you’re sure to find a plan that fits your needs. In our Carriage Mews community, we offer 7 home plans ranging from 1,856-3,100 square feet. Using our online app, you can select exterior details and colors, take virtual tours, customize floor plans and even create a brochure of your finished design.
Today’s low interest rates make this a perfect time to buy your new home. Chat online with our New Home Specialist Krista, email general.info@schaefferhomes.com or call 856-208-5118 to schedule a virtual appointment to learn more about our brand new homes in Berlin Borough NJ.
You know it’s time to move, but you have a dilemma. Should you choose to build a new home with an award-winning NJ new home builder or should you purchase a used home? If you ask us, the answer is obvious: a new home wins every time. Here’s why:
At Schaeffer Family Homes, we can build your new home to your specifications on your lot or in our Carriage Mews community in Berlin Borough NJ. We also build at the Jersey Shore. If you’re seeking land within our building area, we can connect you with landowners or real estate agents who can help you find the perfect piece of property for the home of your dreams.
If you’re seeking land within our building area, we can connect you with our Land Acquisition Specialist who can help you find the perfect piece of property for the home of your dreams.
Once you have your homesite picked out, we’ll help you choose and customize one of our floor plans to fit your needs and tastes. You’ll visit our brand-new Design Center in Cherry Hill to choose the finishes and details that put your personal stamp on the home
Ready to get started planning your new home? Call Schaeffer Family Homes today at 856-208-5118 to set up an appointment with an award-winning NJ new home builder.
When it comes to your new home search, there’s no such thing as “starting too soon.”
Whether you plan to build your new home next year or five years down the road, now is always the perfect time to start looking. After all, it’s likely one of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your lifetime… and unless you’re Bill Gates or Elon Musk, it should be treated that way!
Choosing your builder, your floorplan and your new home’s location takes time and research. Nowadays, most of us won’t even eat at a new restaurant without Googling the full menu and combing through reviews on Yelp! While finding a new home may be a quick pursuit for some, building your dream home can (and should) be a lengthier exploration. Every builder you meet should provide you with the proper tools to make informed decisions throughout your search.
At Schaeffer Family Homes, our New Home Specialists strive to provide you with a full understanding of our building processes, pricing, timeframes and included features. We know the importance of being honest and realistic when setting expectations for building your dream home!
The move-in time frame can vary from builder to builder based on many factors. When you build in a Schaeffer Family Homes community, the process typically takes between 7 to 10 months from the Agreement of Sale. On the other hand, we also offer the option to build through our “Build On Your Lot Program,” which is generally a 10 to 12 month time frame from the Agreement of Sale. “Build On Your Lot” offers you the flexibility to build where you want in South Jersey, as long as you have a piece of land to build on!
Most homeowners who’ve built through our “Build On Your Lot” program came to us without one key element: a homesite! Fortunately, our Land Acquisition Specialist, Josh Adams is available to assist you in finding a homesite that works for your budget and needs. Finding a homesite is where time and patience is essential. Depending on where you’d like to live and what you desire in a property, it’s not always as simple as it seems. Some areas of South Jersey don’t have many buildable homesites available, and even if you’re looking in an area with an abundance, you may feel that none of them are the right fit for your new home. Once you do find your ideal homesite, it still takes about 10 months from signing the Agreement of Sale until you can move into your new home!
Now, we already know what you’re thinking… “So, once I have my homesite, why would it take 10 months to build a home?”
Well, there are many factors that go into the “Build On Your Lot” process. Unlike building in a community (where our homesites are “turnkey” and fully improved), this process starts with a 60-day due diligence period and a homesite inspection. Following the homesite inspection, we’ll need to get the proper building permits through your township. From there, we also need to fully improve your homesite prior to construction. Your home is then hand-crafted with great care over a 4 to 6-month period. Seems lengthy, but you know what they say… “If you don’t take the time to do it right, when will you take the time to do it over?”
Nevertheless, whether you build with Schaeffer Family Homes or not, we want you to be equipped with the tools you need to feel confident in your final decision. You may be able to find a new home tomorrow, but discovering your dream home could be a different story!
Whenever you’re ready, we’re here to get your new home search started. Feel free to contact us at 856-208-5118 or e-mail general.info@schaefferhomes.com to get started in your new home search today!
Pucker up! We are under the mistletoe that is the holiday season. Year after year, Thanksgiving comes and goes in a flash, and before you know it, you’re left scrambling for last minute gifts for your family and friends. Overall, most people would agree that the holiday season is wonderful – people seem happier, tasty treats are always in abundance, and we typically get to enjoy more time with our loved ones. But with the hustle and bustle of seasonal parties and gift shopping, how can we maintain a healthy balance in our lives this holiday season?
Being a homeowner offers you the privilege of decorating however your little heart desires. Maybe you’re a master decorator… or maybe it’s just not your cup of tea? Either way, step out of your comfort zone this season with some fun wreaths, lights and garland! Even if you only put up a few adornments in your home, they’ll brighten your spirits throughout this holiday season (and your guests will love them, too!).
We all know procrastination can be hard to overcome but pushing off your gift shopping will only make life more difficult. When it comes to finding gifts for your loved ones, plan out what you’ll give to each person with lists. Decide when and where you will buy your gifts. Are you going to order them online? Will you stop at the store during your lunch break? Write everything down on your list and stick to your plan! Don’t forget to schedule out some time to wrap those gifts, too!
Time tends to slip by quicker than ever during the holidays. Whether you use your phone or a calendar, keep your schedule up-to-date, and consider blocking out times for daily or weekly tasks like grocery shopping, cleaning and doing laundry. If you have a desk job, make sure you are prioritizing and maximizing your workdays in the office. The holidays can be demanding of your schedule and life still carries on in the meantime… it’s important to capitalize on your time spent at home and in the office to end the year on a great note!
The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without gingerbread men, delicious pies and grandiose meals! Those holiday dinners and lunches, fresh baked goods and seasonal sweets are awesome – in moderation. Sure, go ahead and eat that sugar cookie! You deserve it! But when January rolls around, keep in mind that you may regret eating every treat that comes your way.
Chances are you’ll be running errands more often during the holiday season, but it’s still important to maintain your physical and mental health! Try to find time to get to the gym or attend a yoga or spin class. If your schedules jam-packed, find alternative ways to stay active! Take the stairs. Walk to the store. Take the family or a friend to go ice skating. There’s always some way to fit exercise into your day! It will help keep your mind clear and your body feeling energized.
Whether it’s for work, your family or yourself, set a goal to reach by the end of December! Make it challenging, yet achievable! Keep the goal positive and fun – not something that will feel like a “punishment” to reach. If you meet that goal, treat yourself in the New Year. It will give you something to work toward and look forward to when the holidays are finally over.
Nothing will get you in the holiday spirit more than helping others and giving back in any way that you can. Whether you make a monetary donation or volunteer your time, any contribution toward helping others can make a big difference!
If you’re interested in giving back but aren’t sure how, Schaeffer Family Homes would like to invite you to donate to The Wyatt Strong Foundation’s 2nd Annual Toy Drive. This foundation is particularly dear to our hearts, as all the donations are made in remembrance of Wyatt Hopkins, our Construction Administrator, Gail Hopkins’ grandson. All donations will be hand-delivered to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Tennesse by Wyatt’s parents and little brother. For more information about what to donate and how, visit this link: https://www.stjude.org/treatment/services/clinics-and-services/child-life/provide-a-special-event-at-the-hospital/contribute-supplies.html
We also welcome you to schedule a time to drop your items off to our Design Center in West Berlin, NJ. Please contact us here: 856-208-5118 or general.info@schaefferhomes.com to schedule a time to drop your donation off!
DEADLINE FOR DONATION DROP-OFF: Friday, 12/13 by 5pm.
Get festive with an ugly sweater party at your new Schaeffer Home! Or cuddle up on the couch and watch that holiday movie you’ve been longing to see. Even though this season is about making memories with loved ones and giving back to others – you can’t forget to give back to yourself!
Maintaining a healthy balance during the holiday season can be so much easier when you stay organized, focused and mindful. Don’t procrastinate! Stay on top of your schedules and to-do lists. Decorate your house with snowmen, lights and trinkets! Create fun and rewarding “end-of-year” goals. Be kind and give back whenever possible! Have a blast with your loved ones and take some time for yourself. On behalf of our team at Schaeffer Family Homes, we hope you have an amazing holiday season. Let’s end this decade with a bang!
If you’re moving into your new home with children, there’s a good chance that you’ll be utilizing one of your extra spaces as their playroom! Having a playroom in your home provides a designated space for kids to play games and get creative with crafts, toys and more! There are many ways to design an amazing playroom, and how you craft yours will depend a lot on your child’s age and interests. We have some great tips and tricks for you to consider when creating a playroom that your child will love!
Whether we like it or not, kids tend to make a mess! In the playroom, you’ll want to choose flooring that’s forgiving when it comes to spills, scratches and other accidents. You may want to consider vinyl or hardwood flooring in this space, which you can layer with fun-colored rubber floor tiles, mats or rugs for extra protection, color and comfort!
Take a family trip over to your local home improvement shop and let your child pick out the playroom’s paint color! You can even consider painting one wall as an accent wall with funky designs or chalkboard paint for drawing! Or, if you’d rather keep the walls a neutral shade, you can still spice up their space by adding fun removable wall decals like this awesome jungle mural. You can find these removable wall decals and other affordable playroom décor on Amazon.com!
There are endless ways to decorate the playroom with useful storage cubbies, cubes and bookcases. You can utilize a storage cube bookcase combined with colorful cube bins for creating pops of color while keeping toys, books and crafts organized. You might even consider installing book shelves to create a “reading wall” or library, complete with fun pillows and a colorful rug for a cozy reading area! It’s easy to find toy organizers online to keep your playroom organized in an exciting and tasteful way!
Depending on how much space your playroom offers, you might consider designing the room with different activity areas in mind. One of our favorite ideas is creating a “little gym” play area, a concept from Martha Moore, a NJ teacher and author of the Primary Paradise blog. This “little gym” might include a kid’s gym mat, mini trampoline, tumbling triangle and more! You can also add a “nap time” corner with a cozy tee pee, pillows and blankets. Some more ideas include a craft area, kid’s kitchen, library, dress-up station or even a stage for singing and acting!
There are so many fun chair designs out there to make your playroom the ultimate hang-out spot for your child. Utilizing bean bag chairs is a common option that kids always love! These bungee dish chairs are also a hit with kids and teens, and they’re easy to foldaway when you need extra space. (Believe it or not – they’re also super comfortable!) Lastly, it’s a good idea to consider getting a mini chair and table set for when they need a hard surface for doing crafts or drawing.
How you decide to design your playroom is totally up to you, but we suggest leaving electronics like televisions and video games in the family room or entertainment center. The playroom is a great space for children to get creative and use their imaginations, and sometimes electronics can be a distraction. It’s never a bad idea to have a space for your child that is distraction-free, where they can spend time reading, learning, relaxing or creating new things!
It’s obvious that your child’s age will play a big role in designing your playroom. No matter how old they are, you should evaluate the space and take the proper measures to ensure their safety. Remember to child-proof outlets and install corner and edge bumpers around the room when necessary. Use furniture that won’t tip over or break easily to avoid any injuries. Do research and read customer reviews before purchasing furniture, toys and other products you’re planning to use in the playroom. Don’t forget to provide them with enough space to move around easily, since kids (and adults) can trip and fall if an area is too crowded.
Part of what we teach children as they grow up is the importance of staying organized and putting things back where they found them. Adding a “cleaning station” to your child’s playroom is a cute idea that will encourage them to partake in tidying up and organizing. A cleaning station will also make them feel like this room really is their own little space! Not to mention, these cleaning tools can come in handy when “playing house” and other games that require them to use their imaginations!
Does your kid love boats? Dinosaurs? Cars? Center their playroom around the things they really love and enjoy! If your creative juices aren’t flowing, hop online and explore Pinterest for themed room ideas. Depending on how much space you have, you can really take their playroom to the next level with a mini rock-climbing wall, boat playhouse, slide, or treehouse! (We do recommend hiring a professional to install these cool features if you’re not totally confident you can do it yourself.) If you have a smaller space or budget, there are still many amazing and affordable ways to create awesome themes and activity areas for making ultimate playroom.
When it comes to the playroom, it’s hard to go wrong. The more creative you allow yourself to be when designing this space, the more fun it’ll be for the whole family! Embrace your inner-child and put your imagination to the test – we promise the results will be exciting! We can’t wait to see how you decide to design and personalize the playroom where your child will make fond memories that will last a lifetime.
Want to share photos of the playroom in your Schaeffer Family Home? We’d love to see them! Feel free to post your pictures to Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Houzz and tag Schaeffer Family Homes!
If you’re a sucker for succulents and other houseplants, you’ll love to know that growing houseplants in your Schaeffer home helps to make you happy! Did you know that certain plants “clean out” toxins found in households, which directly reduces levels of anxiety and stress, and improves your mood?
Not only that, indoor plants also emit phytoncides, or mood-boosting compounds, which can enhance immunity and ward off the effects of harmful germs. Fortunately for us, beautiful houseplants offer more than their good looks… So let’s take a look at a few of our all-time favorites:
Aloe: You know aloe as a natural healer for ailments like sunburns and cuts, but this simple yet chic plant purifies the air, particularly of toxins found in cleaning supplies. An aloe plant is perfect for your bathroom window, where it will receive the sunlight it needs.
Peace Lily: Just as beautiful as its name implies, the peace lily truly brings peace to any indoor space. In fact, a study conducted by NASA found that these gems are among the most effective at filtering out harmful chemicals (most notably trichloroethylene and benzene) that get trapped in the air. And they sure are pretty…
Snake Plant: Bright and eye-catching, there’s nothing scary about the snake plant. In fact, this green beauty (which doesn’t require a ton of sunlight or water) absorbs carbon monoxide, releases oxygen, and filters out toxins such as benzene and formaldehyde. If you’re ready for more happiness in your home, this plant is key.
Boston Fern: Sleek and stylish, the Boston fern is the perfect plant to place… well, just about anywhere in your home. Best of all, this super cool plant not only cleans out toxins, but improves humidity by naturally restoring moisture to the air. This means relief for dry skin, noses, and throats.
Bamboo Palm: Eye-catching and trendy, the bamboo palm is so much more than its beautiful appeal. This all-purpose plant effectively absorbs a pollutant called toluene, which causes a host of troubles including eye, nose, and throat irritation, as well as several other harmful pollutants.
At Schaeffer Family Homes, we believe that home should be the happiest and healthiest place in the world — so we carefully craft each home with superior features, expert design, and of course, the touch of family. This spring, let it grow, let it grow, let it grow, and add a little green to make your home happier than ever.
Everyone loves to visit model homes, getting to experience a perfectly designed home that you can only dream of! (Who hasn’t envisioned having a luxurious spa bathroom?) While living in a professionally decorated home may not be in your budget, you can use some designer “tricks of the trade” to create memorable spaces for yourself and your family.
To begin with:
Regardless of its design, your home should reflect you! Especially in the “personal” spaces like the bedrooms. Next to the family room, the master suite is probably the most common family hub. Kids, pets, laundry, toys, stacks of books, art projects… everything winds up here at some point. Yet this space should be your oasis, a sanctuary that is beautiful and practical. Here are some tips for creating an enticing master suite.
Look at your basics. How old is your mattress? Your pillows? Your sheets? If you can’t remember, it’s time to replace them. You deserve a good mattress, comfortable pillows and quality bedding.
Organization is key. Once the hectic pace of life takes over, you’ll be so grateful that your closet is organized, the dresser is neat, and everything has a place. It requires some discipline, but hanging clothes up and putting things away will make you feel less stressed. At Schaeffer Family Homes, we design our master suites to be spacious and comfortable – the perfect base for you to create a space that’s all your own. Learn more at SchaefferHomes.com or call us at 856-208-5118.
We are proud to offer new homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR® label. ENERGY STAR qualified new homes are substantially more energy-efficient than homes built to the minimum code requirements. Our ENERGY STAR qualified new homes are independently verified by a third-party Home Energy Rater to ensure they meet ENERGY STAR energy efficiency guidelines. These homes are better for the environment and better for you. Learn more about ENERGY STAR qualified new homes at http://www.energystar.gov/
