What to Consider Before Buying a Bungalow
There are many different options to choose from when looking at the housing market. One option is a bungalow house in Kolkata. These are simple one-story houses that were built by the colonists in the United Kingdom after living in Bengal in the 1800s. After the second world war, there was a need for cheap, quick houses with the soldiers returning home so the bungalow got a big boost. Now you can find them globally.
One of the first things is to look at all the advantages and disadvantages of living in a bungalow. They are a one-story home so this means that all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, and kitchen are on that floor. This means if you bungalows in Kolkata, you are not going to have much privacy. You cannot escape to a second-floor bedroom to get away from people.
The one great appeal a bungalow has is that since it is all one-floor, it is a great option for those that have mobility issues or problems climbing stairs. A bungalow is a good investment because today, many home developers are not building one-story homes. They feel a one-story home is not an effective use of land but the demand for a bungalow house in Kolkata is still high. They will generally hold their value and if it is well maintained, you could resell them for a profit.
Because many of these bungalows were built during the “non-standard” construction method so if that is the case, it may be hard to get a mortgage. Try to find out what type of materials were used in the construction of the bungalow, and the year it was built. You may have to do some research to see if it was built during that time frame.
If you are a homeowner with children looking at bungalows in Kolkata, this is a great option as there are no stairs for children to fall down. It is also easier to keep an eye on them and if at night they need you, you are close by. A bungalow has less maintenance so if an older couple wanted to downsize, a bungalow is a house to consider. There are no stairs to vacuum, there is less space to clean, easier to maintain the gutters and more.
Comparing a regular modern home with two stories to a one-story bungalow, they are more expensive when comparing cost per square foot. Bungalows also have fewer rooms with many of them only being two bedrooms. If you have a large family or planning to add to your family, a bungalow will probably not work. It would be too small from the beginning or you would outgrow it and have to restart house hunting for a larger home.
Conclusion
Yes, a bungalow is a quaint one-story home that is ideal for senior citizens and a family with a child but there are a lot of things to consider before buying one. Sit down and do your research to help you decide if this is the house for you.
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