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Last Opportunity Available at Menantico Estates

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.

Floor Plan Profile: Ravello

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!

Living in Vineland, NJ

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.

Phoenix Quick Move-In

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.

  • The Phoenix B has a stunning kitchen that is part of an expanded layout with a large center island, and pantry. The cabinets have 42” full overlay with soft-close construction, and are Coventry White in color along the perimeter and Coventry Sand in color for the island. The kitchen countertops are Quartz in the Sparkling White color. The kitchen faucet is a Moen pulldown with soap dispenser in “Indi” black for both functional and style. The hardware will complement the dark faucet on both the cabinets and the pendent lighting. Other features include crown molding, cabinet matching toe-kicks, an oversized sink, a double wastebasket pullout, and rollout shelves.
  • The adjacent first floor powder room, located off the entryway foyer, will include black hardware for the faucet, towel bar, and light sconces.
  • A large sunroom is located through a sliding glass door adjacent to the kitchen. There is also a generous back yard.
  • Around the first floor are oversized windows that bring in plenty of natural sunlight.
  • On the second floor is a laundry room and an expanded master bedroom with a tray ceiling.
  • The home is upgraded throughout with luxury baseboards and door casings, plus luxury vinyl planks floors in Prairie Walnut color in the first floor. Each bathroom has unique and tasteful floor coverings. However, an alternate flooring may still be chosen depending on timing.
  • There is more attention to detail that includes the black color design choice found in door hardware and the timeless but trendy, lighting fixtures.
  • Lastly, there is a full unfinished basement with nine foot ceiling as well as an expanded finished recreation room with a sliding glass door walk-out to the yard.

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.

Mortgage Pre-Approval Important 1st Step in Buying Home

The road to home ownership for NJ new homes, begins with a mortgage pre-approval process as the first step to buying your new home. The home buying journey is an exciting time and it’s important to understand the financial process for home financing. Once you know what to expect regarding the financing of a home, then you know your options for the type of mortgage that will work best for you.

You will also want to take time to learn the lingo and understand the settlement process. There are plenty of resources to help you understand terms and the process, and your local lender or relationship bank might also be a great source to find helpful, trustworthy information.

  1. Know Your Affordability

Before you can get pre-approved, you should understand your income and expenses. Begin with a spreadsheet of your current monthly bills and expenses. This spreadsheet will help you figure out what you can actually afford to pay on a monthly basis toward a mortgage. Keep in mind that in addition to the monthly principal and interest, you will also pay into escrow for property taxes, and insurance. This part of the process will prepare you to be in the best situation possible when you enter into the buyer agreement for a NJ new home.

Learn how to calculate your “Debt-to-Income Ratio” or DTI. A DTI compares the monthly amount that you owe to the amount that you earn. This number is a percentage showing your gross monthly income (before taxes) that is applied towards rent, mortgage, credit cards, or other debt payments.

  1. Pay Off Your Debts

Next before any large purchase, such as a NJ new home, improve your credit debt limit. After a lender checks your total debt ratio, they can suggest ways to improve, if helpful. It is always a great time to start saving for a new home. If possible, pay off any smaller debts you owe such as a car payment that only has a few months left on it.  Now is NOT the time to open a new credit card or open a new line of credit.

Lenders will look at everything and use your credit score as a key factor to determine whether or not to approve you. Take time to learn about all of the areas that affect your credit score and the credit approval process. This logic and course of action will not only help you with a new home purchase, but also with so many things moving forward in life too.

  1. Get Pre-Approved

Once you have become comfortable with the lingo and know your credit, then work with your lender to learn about loan choices that would be available to you. Determine which type of loan is the most suitable, and complete the process by getting pre-approved for a loan. Because you have done your homework and already know how much money you can borrow, you will know what price range to consider and can move quickly into entering a buyer’s agreement for your NJ new home.

Please see our 2 communities of Kresswood in Voorhees and Menantico Estates in Vineland and reach out to our preferred lender for those communities, Greentree Mortgage, with Eric Reeber’s contact information: Eric Reeber, Director, Green Tree Mortgage: Cell: (856) 261-7256 | Email: ereeber@greentreemortgage.com

Now, as you put a contract on a NJ new home, you can breathe easier knowing what to expect during the mortgage pre-approval process. Visit the Schaeffer Family Homes website to explore interactive floor plans, begin to personalize and design your new home online, and view available plan options.  Contact us today at 856-208-5118 or email general.info@schaefferhomes.com to reserve your new home in NJ today!

Tips for Designing a Kitchen Layout

When it comes to kitchen designs for new homes in NJ, the possibilities are endless. From cabinets, to flooring to fixtures, you can easily begin to feel overwhelmed as you consider the options. However, before you can even begin to select the colors and finishes, you first need to plan and design a layout for the kitchen. As an overlooked step, a good kitchen design is the foundation you need to efficiently and effortlessly utilize this central home space.

As you work with a professional to formally design a new kitchen space, below are a few tips and ideas to help you create your ideal kitchen layout.

  1. Think about your routines and needs. Are you a super chef, or a take-out connoisseur? Do you have dishware for every occasion or do you just prefer the basics? Think about what you will need to store in your kitchen. Also, will you have a dining room buffet or cabinet -meaning, what will be kept there versus in the kitchen? If you have your grandmother’s china, plus other dishes and glassware, then you might want to create enough storage space. How large of a pantry area do you think you will need? Will there be expeditions to warehouse club stores where you buy in bulk? So, consider the amount of items you will need to access and store in your kitchen, and then be sure to plan for enough cabinet and pantry space.

Pro-Tip: If possible, build in an appliance center into your pantry – where you can leave things like your stand mixer and/or food processor set up, plugged in, and ready to use. This way small appliances are not cluttering up counter space and you are not having to haul them in and out of cabinets when you need to use them.

  1. Plan room for an island and large appliances. How large of a kitchen island do you need? How much seating should be around it? Do you want to have a sink and dishwasher built into that island or just leave it as extra counter space?  Picture the flow of working inside your kitchen. How easily do you want to access your refrigerator, oven and microwave? Also know the ovens and cook tops you want to purchase ahead of time so that you plan to leave enough space for all of them. Remember to leave the aisle and walkways roomy enough to accommodate more than one cook in the kitchen.

Pro-Tip: Some appliances, like refrigerators, come in counter depth and standard depth. Consider the appliance you have now and what you might purchase in the future. In your design, you will want to accommodate the correct depth of those appliances as well as room leave room to open and close the doors.

  1. Be smart with space. As far as kitchen layouts for new homes in NJ go, there’s always room for personalization. Get creative with the elements in your kitchen. Think of… opportunities to build in paper towel dispensers, locations to add outlets for appliances, and an area where a charging station for phones and mobile devices might be handy.

ProTip: Don’t let empty spaces go to waste. Some ideas include adding cabinets to the outside of the kitchen island, placing a vertical spice cabinet near the cooking or prep area, and utilizing pull out drawers and pull down shelves to hold everything from pots and pans to cereal boxes and coffee pods.

Act now by September 30th to activate a Luxury Kitchen Coupon with Schaeffer Family Homes.

Whether you Build on your Own Lot (BOYL), or choose a beautiful homesite at either Menantico Estates in Vineland, or Kresswood in Voorhees, this Luxury Kitchen Coupon gives you granite countertops, 42” cabinets with crown molding, undermount stainless steel sink, and $250 toward any luxury kitchen faucet. Contact Schaeffer for all details and more information.

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 in both 3 or 4 bedrooms floorplans, starting in the $420s.

Or discover Kresswood, a small community of new homes in Voorhees, NJ, and lies just outside the city of Philadelphia. The four homesites featured in Kresswood have 3-4 bedrooms and range from 1900- 3600 square feet of living space, starting in the low-$700s.

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 your new home in NJ today!

Explore the Ellis Model Floor Plan

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!

Tips for a Successful Design Studio Appointment

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:

  1. Be in the know.

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.

  1. Figure out your style.

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.

  1. Finalize and follow through.

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.

Ask about our preferred lender 12-month mortgage rate lock program! See website or ask New Home Specialist for program details. Subject to change at any time.

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!

Winston Floor Plan

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!

Living in Voorhees, NJ

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!

         

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